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Do you know the approximate fluid levels for your Freelander 1?

1 May No Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, Freelander 1 Gearbox, Rear Differential

For North America the fluid capacities for your Freelander are (again these are only an approximation of the amount of fluid required to fill the respective system): Fuel tank: ⇒ Up to 02.5 Model Year 15.6 US gallons ⇒ From 02.5 Model Year 17.2 US gallons Engine – KV6 (including …

Your Freelanders Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

30 Apr 2 Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice, Freelander 1, Freelander 2

The Vehicle Identification Number VIN plate on your Freelander, which is located on the left hand door post, contains the following information: A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) B Gross vehicle weight C Gross train weight D Maximum front axle load E Maximum rear axle load F Paint code G Trim …

What is the correct tyre pressure for your Freelander 1?

29 Apr 2 Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, Freelander 1 Tyres

What is the correct tyre pressure for your Freelander 1? There is a lot of confusion over this. Originally the handbook said it was 32psi. This was then found to cause premature tyre wear and the early models were recalled and a modification to their rear suspension was done. On …

Operating Your Freelander 1 Tailgate Window With Your Key Fob

28 Apr 4 Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, Freelander 1 Key, Windows

Many people do not realise they can operate their Freelander 1 tailgate window with the remote key fob. Press and hold the open button on the key fob and the tailgate window will come down. You can put it back up either using the button on the dashboard, or by …

Freelander vibration through the steering wheel

22 Apr 27 Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice

Are you getting a vibration through your steering wheel? If the vibration is constant when you are driving, but at low speeds, under 30 mph, it is likely to be an issue with one of your tyres being damaged causing it not to be round, or one of the wheels …

Understanding the oil specification system (Europe)

17 Apr No Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice

ACEA is the European oil specification system (the US uses API specifications). In this specification A = Petrol, B = Diesel and C = Catalyst compatible or low SAPS (Sulphated Ash, Phosphorus and Sulphur). There is an ‘E’ category for heavy-duty diesel. The ACEA specifications are split into performance/application categories …

Is your Freelander tailgate window not operating properly?

16 Apr 11 Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice Window Regulator, Windows

Is your Freelander tailgate window not operating properly? They have been known to randomly open before, or not close properly! Before heading to the garage try recalibrating it. Here is the procedure: 1. Disarm the alarm system. 2. Disconnect your Freelander battery. 3. Wait for 5 seconds. 4. Reconnect your …

Problems starting your Freelander?

16 Apr 180 Comments Alex Box FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice

Problems starting your Freelander? Is it doing nothing at all – not even cranking? If all your lights are displaying well on the dashboard and your horn is working – hence unlikely to be the battery – there are two things to try before heading to your local garage. First, …

Freelander Wheels and Tyres

30 Jan 176 Comments Sue FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice, Freelander 1, Freelander 2 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Differential, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, Looking after your Freelander, Rear Differential, TD4, Tyres, V6, Wheels

Because a Freelander is a 4×4 vehicle the type of wheels and tyres you use are very important to ensure you do no damage to the drive train. Recommended Tyre Sizes The recommended tyre sizes for a Freelander 1 (1998 – 2006) are: 15 inch wheels: 195/80 R15 16 inch …

Freelander 1 Service and Repair Manuals

15 May 13 Comments Sue FL1 Tips & Advice, Freelander 1 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, K-Series, L-Series, Looking after your Freelander, Service Schedule, TD4

Many Freelander Owners would like to do some of the repair and service work themselves. If this is you and you would like a manual to guide you then the Haynes manual is a very good guide for the general DIY mechanic. It includes excellent step by step instructions and …

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