Radio changing channels on its own

Lexi 1 · Mar 9, 2024

Different to previous posts about the radio switching on and off, mine changes channel on its own (Freelander 2) from time to time, usually to Radio 1 which is naff.
I think it is related to small movements of the steering wheel so I am guessing that something has come loose or worn in the steering wheel (130,000 miles); would I be correct in that assumption?
Got in it the other day, started it and it said that the steering column was locked (it wasn't) and the engine had reduced power (it didn't).
Any ideas?

GrumpyGel · Mar 9, 2024

Can you please not post the silly & infuriating problems that has made me vow never to buy an F2.

Having just gone against my better judgement.

andyfreelandy · Mar 9, 2024

Have you bought one ??

Nodge68 · Mar 9, 2024

Lexi 1 said:
Different to previous posts about the radio switching on and off, mine changes channel on its own (Freelander 2) from time to time, usually to Radio 1 which is naff.
I think it is related to small movements of the steering wheel so I am guessing that something has come loose or worn in the steering wheel (130,000 miles); would I be correct in that assumption?
Got in it the other day, started it and it said that the steering column was locked (it wasn't) and the engine had reduced power (it didn't).
Any ideas?

The steering wheel shouldn't move separately from the wheels. If so then the centre nut needs checking. This shouldn't effect the buttons on the wheel though, unless there's also an issue with those. Maybe Radio 1 is a bit modern for the FL2, Radio 2 might work better.

The steering column being locked warning happens, especially if the wheel isn't pulled off the lock pawl before the key in inserted.
Reduced performance from startup is normally a voltage related error. How old is the battery? Batteries over 4 years old don't play well with the extensive electronics on this vehicle.

GrumpyGel · Mar 9, 2024

andyfreelandy said:
Have you bought one ??

Freelander 2 buying advice

The one I am looking at is an HSE so should come with all of that which is good. I enjoyed the ride height too which I was worried about coming from a d2 and I thought it would be more car like but it didn’t feel low at all. Land Rovers never feel low when compared with other SUV type vehicles...

www.landyzone.co.uk

andyfreelandy · Mar 10, 2024

Missed that ! Congrats.
Just need a spare Haldex and all the electrikery boxes in the boot

Hope it does you proud and gives stirling service as the FL1 did.

Lexi 1 · Mar 10, 2024

Thanks.
I think.

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