Hi All
I’m a newbie and have just bought a 51 plate Freelander 1.8 GS for getting around in this ridiculous weather. My other car turned into Bambi in the snow on Saturday morning and as I had been considering it for weeks I decided to take the plunge and get my first Land Rover. So far.... superb fun and a solid car.
Since the purchase was out of necessity and a wee bit hurried I went by instinct and after consideration overlooked one or two minor points that otherwise would have been showstoppers for me. I don’t have much in the way of anything with the car (but didn’t expect to for £1700) so currently have a V5, MOT and 1 key (no remotes). My first question for those in the know is the cheapest way to get myself another key and then perhaps the luxury of the remotes. Also, any ideas where I can buy a paper copy or download and electronic copy of the User Manual? Finally, and this is bugging me.... there’s a wee silver toggle switch to the RHS of the steering wheel on the dash and I don’t know what it’s for. I’m dying to try it but am too scared.... any clues?
The beeps when I open the door I’ve already sussed (thanks). I know about the K Series engine and it’s head gasket eccentricities (I’ve had many Rover & MG cars over the years).
Hope you guys can help. I’m looking forward to learning a bit about my new toy.
Regards
John
I’m a newbie and have just bought a 51 plate Freelander 1.8 GS for getting around in this ridiculous weather. My other car turned into Bambi in the snow on Saturday morning and as I had been considering it for weeks I decided to take the plunge and get my first Land Rover. So far.... superb fun and a solid car.
Since the purchase was out of necessity and a wee bit hurried I went by instinct and after consideration overlooked one or two minor points that otherwise would have been showstoppers for me. I don’t have much in the way of anything with the car (but didn’t expect to for £1700) so currently have a V5, MOT and 1 key (no remotes). My first question for those in the know is the cheapest way to get myself another key and then perhaps the luxury of the remotes. Also, any ideas where I can buy a paper copy or download and electronic copy of the User Manual? Finally, and this is bugging me.... there’s a wee silver toggle switch to the RHS of the steering wheel on the dash and I don’t know what it’s for. I’m dying to try it but am too scared.... any clues?
The beeps when I open the door I’ve already sussed (thanks). I know about the K Series engine and it’s head gasket eccentricities (I’ve had many Rover & MG cars over the years).
Hope you guys can help. I’m looking forward to learning a bit about my new toy.
Regards
John
