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Aug
Are you getting a judder on your Freelander brakes?
Check the following:
1. Wheel suspension
2. Axle adjustment
3. Wheel bearings
4. Rubber bushings and silent blocks
5. Steering components
6. Brake calipers
7. Lateral run-out of wheel hub and brake disc
Special attention should be paid not just to the wear, but also to the ease of movement of the brakes on the rear axle. This is because the rear axle brakes are more exposed to splash water and, consequently, to more aggressive substances and dirt than front axle brakes. If you get a squealing when cornering or braking gently this can be an early sign of tight brake pads.
Hi my breaks squeal when reversing downhill / under 10mph and normally have to wait for them to release before setting off in the mornings. ??
Hi EJ,
Is your Freelander the Freelander 1 or 2? The Freelander 1 is prone to sticking if you leave it parked with the handbrake on.
All the best,
Sue
Hi, I’ve got new discs and pads but still got trouble. Ratcheting on braking, no noise, no vibration. Just a feeling under foot. Now and again peddle goes hard but I’ve pushed thru that and stopped. I can’t drive it now incase. It’s probably our last year together, after 15 yrs. but if I can sort this I’d be happy til next mot and I’ve prepared myself 😱I love her haha ! 2001.
Hi Lisa,
If your Freelander is diesel then it is likely to be an issue with the vacuum pump but if it is a petrol model it is likely to be an issue with the servo.
All the best,
Sue
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