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What Causes Freelander Turbo Issues?

14 Aug 194 Comments Sue FL1 Problems, FL2 Problems 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, Engine Problems, L-Series, TD4, Turbocharger

Turbochargers tend to be very reliable, so if you have an issue with your Freelander turbo charger there is a good chance that real problem originates elsewhere in the system. The main causes of turbo problems are: – Oil supply – not enough oil is the biggest killer of …

How to Find the Engine Number on Your Freelander Engine

22 Jul 6 Comments Sue FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Engine, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6

Between the Freelander 1 and the Freelander 2 there are six different main engines (there is a 2.0 litre Petrol engine on the Freelander 2 but this is so rare we often do not discuss it), and the engine number is located in a different place for each. Freelander 1 …

3 Common Signs of a Failing/Malfunctioning Freelander Fuel Pump

19 Mar 404 Comments Sue FL1 Problems, FL2 Problems, Freelander 1, Freelander 2 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Engine, Engine Problems, Fuel system, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6

There are three common signs of a failing/malfunctioning Freelander fuel pump, and in fact any vehicles fuel pump, these are: 1.The Engine Sputters at High Speed. The most common early sign of a problem with a fuel pump comes when driving a vehicle at a consistent high speed. While traveling …

How to Identify Problems With Your Freelander Brakes

5 Mar 23 Comments Sue FL1 Problems, FL2 Problems, Freelander 1, Freelander 2 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Brakes, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6

Your Freelander’s brakes are one of the most vital parts of your vehicle and keeping them in the best shape possible is key to keeping your Freelander running efficiently and safely. If you have a problem with your brakes the following information will hopefully help you to determine exactly where …

Freelander 1: Is It Really THAT Bad?

27 Feb 89 Comments Sue FL1 Problems, Freelander 1 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, Buying a Freelander, Engine, Head Gasket, IRD Unit, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, Looking after your Freelander, Rear Differential, TD4, Transfer Box, Tyres, V6, VCU, Viscous Coupling Unit, Windows

You hear a lot of horror stories about the Freelander 1 – repeated head gasket failures; complete drive trains destroyed; engines blown up … – are they really THAT bad? The first thing to realise is that not all Freelander 1’s are made equal. Within the Freelander 1 range there …

Freelander 1 IRD / Transfer Box Planetary Shims / Spacers / Washers – Pair 0.5mm

23 Oct 43 Comments Sue FL1 Parts, Freelander 1, Freelander Drivetrain 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, IRD Unit, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, Transfer Box, V6

Freelander IRD / Transfer Box Planetary Shims £25 for a pair Free UK postage, £12 tracked and signed for postage for the rest of the World TECHNICAL INFORMATION: These Freelander IRD / Transfer Box Planetary Shims are no. 8 in the exploded diagram of the IRD opposite. These are for a …

Freelander 1 Tailgate Window Problems

16 Oct 251 Comments Sue FL1 Problems, Freelander 1 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6, Window Regulator, Windows

Is your Freelander 1 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 recalibration procedure: 1. Disarm the alarm system. 2. Disconnect your Freelander battery. 3. Wait for 5 seconds. 4. …

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 Leak Test

5 Dec No Comments Sue FL1 Services, FL2 Services, Freelander 1, Freelander 2 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Compression, Cooling system, Diagnostics, Engine Problems, Head Gasket, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, Oil Leaks, TD4, V6

We have just purchased a new leak tester – the only smoke technology to be approved by any automaker in the world and is the only one which meets SAE International Papers’ recommendations for safer fuel evaporative (EVAP) testing. The tester produces a special smoke vapor known as diagnostic smoke. …

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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