Usually cut evenly from each side. And normally max 10 - 15mm cut at each side.

Great! Thank you. I'm unsure how I overlooked this, I'm fairly sure I've already been to this site. I'm considering collating the info into a pdf for future reference.

The sad thing is, this is all money being wasted paid out

Yes - they talk about ‘knocking sense into people’

Here you go; https://parts.jaguarlandroverclassic.com/land-rover-freelander-parts/

Snap.

I've done the cable change on D2, it is not to difficult, just use the string as has been suggested. The Disco' Sport has a 2 piece cable, joined in a plastic sleeve next to the battery box, is Freelander the same ? If so check there. To check...