Have you ever thought about changing the oil in your Freelander 2 2.2 diesel without the help of a mechanic, but not known where to start?
In the Freelander 2 2.2 the oil filter is unfortunately quite a pain to get to and so is sometimes overlooked by mechanics. Trying to squeeze over pipe work with a belly full of tea isn’t an easy task!
However you’ll find the oil filter in the front of the engine, low down between the radiator and the engine block, with some pipework in the way for good measure.
Here is a guide on how to change the oil and oil filter on your Freelander 2 2.2 diesel.
1. Start by warming your engine, then turning your Freelander off.
2. To help drain the oil more easily it’s better to remove the oil cap.
3. Working underneath your Freelander now, remove the six bolts holding the lower engine cover on using a 13mm socket.
4. Place your oil tray underneath the sump plug to catch all the oil. Then remove the sump plug with a 27mm socket.
5. Once all the oil has been drained from the engine you can then remove the oil filter with an oil filter removal tool or a flexible ratchet spanner. The removal of an oil filter can be tricky and so proper tools will save you some frustration.
6. To complete this service, repeat the process in reverse, replacing the oil filter element with new one. It’s also recommended smearing some oil on the ring and the threads of the cover.
7. Make sure you use the EXACT oil recommended by Land Rover for the Freelander 2 2.2 diesel – it is VERY sensitive to the oil type, not worth trying a cheap equivalent. If your Freelander has a diesel particulate filter (DPF) fitted you will need to use a low saps oil, 5.9 litres of 5W/30 oil to specification WSS–M2C934–B. If your Freelander does not have a diesel particulate filter (DPF) fitted you will need 5.9 litres of 5W/30 oil to specification WSS–M2C913–B or C.
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Hi Sue,
My Vin # SALFA2AD4DH328588.
Can you please check if it’s fitted with a DPF??
Thanks in advance.
Shiva
Hi Shiva,
According to the Land Rover system your Freelander, SALFA2AD4DH328588, is not fitted with DPF.
All the best,
Sue
Thanks a lot Sue.
Since I live in hot area +35°C, do you think a Castrol edge 5w40 would be a better option than w30??
Thanks again,
Shiva
Hi Sue.
I am from Malaysia and had this oil light problem that i really puzzled with. My 2014 sd4 without dpf had an oil pressure light ON at the dash during idling/below 1000rpm. The weird thing is the oil light dissapear when i pressed the pedal above 1500rpm and during driving.
My lr mechanc did change a new oil pump, pressure switch, oil filter and put fresh 5w40 oil inside. They also did pressure test on the engine and found they are in good pressure. They said to me, maybe wiring problem.
Do you think i should not be worried about this issue? I am thinking to go to another specialist to have peace of mind.
Regards
Firdaus
Hi Firdaus,
I think this is something you should get sorted out rather than ignore; however, it could be more to do with the oil you are using than a problem with the Freelander.
Generally we would use a 5W30 oil rather than a 5W40.
What make of oil are you using? We have known this same thing to happen when a cheap make of oil has been used. We use a Castrol and never get an issue. If the oil is one of the lesser known makes and not a premium oil then try changing it for a premium brand and seeing if this sorts it out.
All the best,
Sue
Hi Sue,
Thank you for your reply. I am using castrol edge profesional 5w40.
Following from your advice, i went to another specialist and he inspected the engine and found that light scoring on main and conrod bearings are the root cause of oil pressure light came up. Fortunately, no extensive damage to other parts. Hence, he replaced those bearings and did bearing clearance. Now I can feel the engine more responsive and no more oil pressure light during idle.
Cheers
Firdaus
AF10 ZVS Freelander 2. What engine oil? Dont know if it has a DPF or not. Can you help me? Thanks Duncan
Hello Duncan,
Sorry for the delay in replying, no your Freelander does not have a DPF
All the best,
Sam
Hi Sue and Norbert,
I have a ’62 reg Freelander 2 which I love, and I found your useful information about oil changes and I am just discovering the nightmare that is oil specs. Up until now I thought 20W/50 or 5W/30 was as far as oil went but I have now discovered the delights (!) of ACEA A5 E7 etc and Ford WSS. My chassis number is SALFA2AE2CH320299. Please can you tell me if I need to use 913-D or 934-B, ACEA C1?
Separately, I’m looking at tyres, some of which will likely need replacing before next winter, but others don’t look too bad. I realize that ideally I would replace all of them at the same time but can I change them in axle sets and if so should it be new tyres on the ( I think) front or on the rear?
Thanks
Paul
Hi Paul,
Great to hear you love your Freelander, they are such amazing vehicles.
Your Freelander have a diesel particulate filter (DPF) so the oil it needs is 5W/30 to specification WSS–M2C934–B.
With regard to the tyres they really all need to be the same make, model, tread depth remaining and air pressure. The best way to ensure they all remain around the same is to rotate the tyres at each service (otherwise the fronts tend to wear more than the rears), so swap front to rear at each service and you should find they wear more evenly. The problem is, if you change just two of the tyres for brand new ones when the others just “don’t look too bad” the difference in tread depth could be quite significant – from a new tread depth to a 4mm tread depth would be a significant difference). In addition, getting exactly the same make and model of tyre can sometimes be a challenge. We would strongly advise changing all four tyres at the same time. If the tyres are exactly the same make and model and the difference in tread depth is less than 2mm, then you could take the chance and put the new tyres on the rear and the ones with less tread on the front.
All the best,
Sue
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Hi – I have a 2014 Td4 SALFA2CC3EH403352. Please advise if it has DPF and recommended engine oil.
Many thanks
Hi John,
Yes, your Freelander has DPF and the oil you should use is 5W/30 to specification WSS–M2C934–B ( a low SAPS oil).
All the best,
Sue
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Hi. Can you help confirm if I have a DPF please.
SALFA2AD0BH235449
Many thanks.
Scott
Hi Scott,
No, your Freelander does not have DPF.
All the best,
Sue
Please let me know if my 2011 Freelander 2 SD4 HSE has a DPF or not. The chassis no is DZ784007796224DT.
Hi Max,
Unfortunately this is not the chassis number, the chassis number will begin SAL and can be found in the bottom corner of the windscreen.
All the best,
Sue
I have a 2009 Freelander 2 which I recently bought. I want to do an oil change but am not sure which type of oil to use. The registration is SP58 0HS. I am not sure if it has a DPF.
Very informative web site and thank you in advance for a response.
Duncan
Hi Duncan,
Yes, your Freelander has DPF so you will need to use the low SAPS oil.
All the best,
Sue
Hi
Im not sure which oil i need to use for my 2011 freelander 2 SD4 2.2? can you help?
Hi M.T.,
The oil you use will depend on whether you have a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) or not (if you are not sure send me your chassis number and I will check).
If you do not have a DPF then the oil is 5W/30 – WSS–M2C913–B or C; if you do have DPF then the oil is 5W/30 – WSS–M2C934–B.
All the best,
Sue
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Hi
My name is Musa Kindly help me I residing in Durban and I need inner cv with tryport for landrover freelander 2 year model 2008 Agent are closed I’m clueless where to find this. I tried local spares they don’t keep it. Please.
Hi Musa,
Could you please let me have the chassis number for your Freelander and we will see what we can do.
All the best,
Sue
sue@freelanderspecialist.com
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My vin : SALFA23B78H076238
Engine number: DZ594019537224DT
Thank you Musa, Which drive shaft are you needing the inner CV for? Could you please explain what you mean by “tryport”, is it the shaft?
All the best,
Sue
I have landrover freelander 2 td4 car gives me vibration on the front left hand wheel when it selecting gears but after finish selecting it goes smoothly like nothing wrong. I just want to know what could be possible wrong. Also please advise what engine oil does my car takes.
Hello Musa,
Is your Freelander manual or automatic?
The most common cause of a vibration is a driveshaft, so it is worth checking these. If it is manual it could be the dual mass flywheel.
If your Freelander has a diesel particulate filter (DPF) then the recommended oil is 5W/30 – WSS–M2C934–B (a low SAPs oil); if it does not have DPF then the recommended oil is 5W/30 – WSS–M2C913–B or C.
All the best,
Sue
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My freelander is Automatic Sue.
Thanks
Hi Musa,
Check the driveshafts for play, make sure you check them in the up / down and the in / out directions.
All the best,
Sue
My name is Musa. Please help me I have Landrover freelander 2.2 when I drive it gives me a vibration kn the left hand side wheel especial when it selecting the gear after that it goes smoot like nothing wrong. Please help me I need to know what should I do to get it right. I also need to know which engine oil should I use?
I’ve just bought a genuine oil filter, but the part number is LR001247 which appears to have been superseded by LR030778.
Is it still OK to use LR001247?
Many thanks
Andy
Hi Andy,
LR001247 is the correct part number for the Freelander 2 oil filter. LR030778 is for a Defender.
All the best,
Sue
I have just had another go at the filter. It is so very difficult to even get a 27mm swivel spanner on the filter casing itself, but I found that if you tie some cord around the 2″air tube at the bottom and pull it tight around the tow loop at the front, the tube is now out of the way, and the job is very much easier.
Anyone know the name of the “engineer” who thought this was a good place for the oil filter ? !
Hi Sue, How can I tell if my 2010 fl2 2.2 TD HSE has a PDF? Want to make sure I use the correct oil. Thanks Nigel
Hi Nigel,
If you send us the registration or chassis number we will be able to tell you.
If you want to check for yourself, if you go underneath and look at the exhaust system you will have a back box and a small box connecting into the manifold and if you have DPF there will be another box in between these two.
All the best,
Sue
Hi Sue.
I’m trying to make out the road noise on my fl2 2008 2.2. It’s like a prop bearing noise of old days when I used to be on spanners myself lol. Someone said the diffs play up and someone else said wheel bearings? Can’t see anything obvious. It’s plain to hear at low speed in a straight line and coasting/not coasting. It’s a variable droning noise. The engine drowns it out at speed but my ears aren’t great these days lol. It doesn’t seem any worse on cornering either so I thought prop bearings?
Thanks for any pointers and I love all the help your giving people on here!
Thanks, Stu.
Hi Stu,
If it is a droning noise coming from the rear of your Freelander 2 and the noise does not change when cornering then, unfortunately, it sounds as though it is your rear differential. If it was a wheel bearing then the noise would change when cornering.
What condition are your tyres in? Are they all the same make, model, size, tread depth remaining and air pressure? Have you had any issues with any of the tyres, such as a puncture, or replaced less than four of them recently? The most common cause of a differential issue is mismatched tyres.
We can supply a reconditioned rear differential for £495 plus shipping (UK shipping is £35 which covers shipping the reconditioned unit to you and your damaged unit back to us); or we can supply and fit within the same day for £750 including VAT.
All the best,
Sue
0780 9575 421
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Hi John,
I have some quality semi synthetic 10-40 engine oil. Would this be ok for an oil change on my Freelander 2?
I like to change the oil every 6 or 7 thousand miles.
Hi Barry,
For the Freelander 2 2.2 diesel you would not use a 10W-40 oil, the oil which you need will depend on whether you have a diesel particulate filter (DPF) fitted or not. If you do have DPF then you need to use an oil specification 5W/30 – WSS–M2C934–B, if you do not have DPF then you need specification 5W/30 – WSS–M2C913–B or C.
Great to hear you are changing your oil so regularly, the Freelander 2’s appreciate this!
All the best,
Sue
Dear Sue, I am extremely grateful to you and the information that is on your website – especially regarding use of the correct oil.
I just bought a 2012 Freelander 2 from a car dealer in Surrey, who mainly deal in Land Rover Defenders and Volkswagen vans. It was in good condition and they said they will service it before I collect it.
So, I asked what classification of oil they will be using, they told me that they are using a ACEA C3 instead of C1. I told them that this would probably damage the DPF, but they said ‘The other oils are around £100 at Halfords. Our oil is top quality. We buy it from Vauxhall’s.’. This is obviously not a proper answer, so I told them to get the correct oil at my expense (£120).
Because they sell mostly diesel vehicles, I expected them to know the effect of using the incorrect oil and they should be able to read the owners manual in order to find out the correct oil for the Freelander 2. Also, having found out that the oil filter is ‘difficult’ to remove, I don’t have any confidence that they did this properly either.
Anyway, I have learnt a lot about my new Freelander 2 thanks to your website.
Thanks,
Richard.
Hi Richard,
You have done exactly the right thing. Ww know the oil is very expensive but it is a lot cheaper than a new DPF!
Enjoy your Freelander, they are great vehicles.
All the best,
Sue
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Hi
I have this situation when I change oil and fill up to the full mark the vehicle fills heavy when on drivability but when I fill little below the full mark the vehicle drivers smooth and fill easy.
Sorry it’s complex to explain.
It’s Freelander 2 2.2 – 2011 I use 5w30
Is it normal?
Hi Mohamed,
Which 5W30 oil do you use? Do you have DPF on your Freelander? The oil is different for Freelanders with DPF than for those without, so it is important you have the correct oil.
All the best,
Sue
Hi
My Freelander 2 2.2. does not have DPF and I used Castrol A5 engine oil.
Can the non DPF take 5w40 as I get better shell oils on the 5w40?
Nb. I’m in Africa with hot climate around +-40° ambient temperature.
Thank you
Hi Mohamed,
Yes, you should not have any problems with the 5W40 especially given you are in a hot climate.
All the best,
Sue
Thanks sue
Hi sue,
I have a fl2 2008 with DPF, can you recommend a good quality engine oil.
I’ve been told bearmach 5w30 low sap oil.
Thanks Mark
Hi Mark,
We always use Shell Helix Ultra Professional 5W-30 AF-L, fully synthetic. The Freelander 2 is very sensitive to its oil so using a high quality one is recommended.
All the best,
Sue
Hi Sue
How easy is it to change the Haldex filter and oil?
Is it correct that there is a haldex unit on rear diff and next to engine?
Do the both have filters and need oil change?
Thank you Mark
Hi Mark,
No, there is just the one Haldex active-on-demand coupling which is attached to the rear differential by four bolts.
We recommend changing the Haldex fluid, the filter and cleaning the pump every 2 – 3 years. It is not difficult but it is best to remove the Haldex unit to do the service.
All the best,
Sue
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Hello !. I just bought a lr2 TD4 112KW 2009 and i would like to help me what motor oil and Haldex to use and with what specifications. thank you.
Hi Doana,
Congratulations on your purchase, they are great vehicles.
Does your LR2 have DPF? If not then the oil is 5W/30 – WSS–M2C913–B or C; if it does have DPF then the oil is 5W/30 – WSS–M2C934–B.
The Haldex oil is STAT OIL SL01-301.
All the best,
Sue
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Hi Sue,
You say that the Freelander 2 2.2 is “VERY sensitive to oil type”. I have just used Castrol Magnatec 5W-30 A5 Fully Synthetic. The car is 2009 and 85000 miles.
I did the first oil and filter change since buying the car yesterday after 12,000 miles of trouble free driving with no warnings or need to top up the oil.
I now have the low oil pressure light coming when the engine is operating at less than 1000RPM.
I thought that maybe the new oil or filter were to blame so I re-changed both again but the low oil light at idle situation remains the same.
I have booked the car in for an oil pressure check with an oil pressure guage but they can’t do this for 10 days and I am wondering if I can do something proactive before then.
On modern engines I understand that oil pump problems are pretty rare and I am hoping that I knocked the oil sensor so it is now misreading. I have also read that people just use thicker oil but is this the best thing for the engine?
Many thanks
John
Hi John,
My apologies for the delay in responding but my father passed away.
Does your Freelander have DPF? It was an optional extra before 2012. If you do not have DPF then the Castrol Magnatec 5W-30 A5 Fully Synthetic should be fine. If you cannot get the oil pressure check done for a while it could be worth putting it on diagnostics beforehand to see if any other codes are present.
All the best,
Sue
0780 9575 421
So sorry to hear of your sad loss and thank you for your reply.
No DPF as far as I am aware.
The garage confirmed that oil pressure was indeed low. They simply replaced the oil filter yet again with one from a Land Rover Dealer. Oil pressure immediately returned to normal (measured 55psi at idle and 85psi at 3000RPM).
Problem seems to have been both the oil filters (HU711/51X) from the Autofactors which appear to have been manufactured to the wrong specification. Interestingly they were the same price as the Main Dealer oil filter.
I have driven the car into London in heavy traffic in the present hot (30*C) conditions with no further problems so I am very happy. It also appears that the Autofactors are going to repay my costs under their warranty.
Worries over for the moment and in general the car has greatly exceeded my expectations so I am very happy.
Thank you for this service. Best wishes John
Hi Sue,
I read your posts with big interest, since I have the Freelander 2, TD4, 110kw, from 2010. I had the same issue, concerning the oil change. The dealer used Castrol Edge Titanum FST oil, and Im a bit concerned it is not the oil recommended for this type of car. Should I be worried about? The car has aprox 130.000 miles. Thank you!
Hi Diana,
Provided the Castrol Edge Titanum they used was of specification 5W/30 – WSS–M2C934–B if you have a diesel particulate filter (DPF) or 5W/30 – WSS–M2C913–B or C if you do not have DPF then it will be perfect as Castrol is a good oil.
All the best,
Sue
Please let me know what to look out for when buying a 2007 freelander td4 auto.
Hi Sue,
When in guarantee my dealer changed the engine oil using Castrol EDGE professional longlife. Is this the correct oil, as it does not have the Ford WSS M2C913-/A/B/C/D specification ? Its specification is VW 504 00/ 507 00 .
Thanks
Gordon
Castrol Edge professional does meet the WSS M2C913 A/B/C/D specifications. Castrol Edge (not professional) does not meet the above specification.
I’ve changed my oil exactly as you said but instead of 5.9 litres of oil, I managed to fill in only 5.2. Do you what’s wrong ?
Hello Razvan,
If your Freelander is the 2.2 litre diesel Td4 Freelander 2 then you should definitely be able to fill up with more than 5.2 litres of oil. Did you drain the old oil out when it was warm or cold?
All the best,
Sue
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Thank you for the answer. My Freelander 2 is a 2.2 Diesel 110KW from 2013, and I drained the oil in the morning, the engine was cold, but I let it drain for about 1 h, and after that I filled in the new oil.
Hi Razvan,
The reason why you did not get all the oil out will be because the engine was cold. Before draining the oil you should warm the engine up so that more of the oil can be drained.
All the best,
Sue
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There’s a metallic tinny rattle at the front passenger side, only when travelling over small bumps like cobbles. I have had mechanic take a look its not suspension nor drumstick nor anti roll. Ive also tighten the air box through the side air intake.
Can anyone advise a possible cause. Ive a 2.2 manual se estate 2007 metallic blue.
Thankyou in anticipation
Steve
Hi Steve,
Ensure your air filter housing is securely fastened to the rubber grommets on the metal plate carrier.
If this does not solve it, when the noise first started had any work been done to the car or anything happened on the road?
All the best,
Sue
0780 9575 421
We had that also. Sounded like change rattling against a coke can or something but underneath the car/ wheels.
Turns out it was tiny stones. This was ages ago and we had the sound for about 8 months. We don’t hear it now though
Hi I’ve already changed the oil on my fl2, but did’nt have the right spanner for the filter, which I now have my question is can I replace the filter without draining the oil,thank Arthur
Hi Arthur,
Yes, you can change the oil filter without having to drain all the oil.
All the best,
Sue
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That’s great thanks for that Sue.
Am looking at buying a freelander 2 2009 2.2 td low milage how often do you change engine oil and haldex
John
Hi John,
The engine oil is changed every 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, for the Freelander 2, unless you are only doing very short journeys, then we would recommend you change it every 6 months.
Changing the Haldex oil is not on any service schedule however there have been a number of issues with these and so we would recommend having the Haldex serviced every two years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first.
All the best,
Sue
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How much do you charge to service the Halted and how long does it take ?.
Hi Mark,
Thank you for your enquiry.
The price depends on which generation Haldex you have but it is about £175 (the difference between the two generations is only a few pounds), and it takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
All the best,
Sue
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