do you still use castrol R? - MiniMotoClub The ratio of oil to diesel is 250mil to a full tank of diesel - don't pour it all in at once!

BM, have you checked the fluid level? This is a classic symptom of low fluid.

I bought one last week, 07 plate, and so far I like it very much. Very driveable, quiet, responsive. Can't say much about the reliability, but they have a good press. There's a dedicated forum at www.freel2.com

I think Sierrafery is being a bit alarmist - these boxes are pretty reliable, and as far as the electronics go - either they work or they don't, and usually they do. I haven't read much about any problems on this forum, apart from the XYZ switch (do a search). It sounds from what you say that...

Yes, it does, in low range. Read your owners manual carefully if you intend to drive it off road!

Barely driven it yet, but going to put a few miles on over Easter. Very happy so far - it's all shiny! David

Not entirely true. If the seal is not seating properly you will get a BIG leak. Always check the seal first in case someone has pulled it out of line. Tends to happen when rear seat passengers stick their hands through the roof.

LHD get lower prices in the UK because they cost more to insure. Some of the specialist dealers sell LHD Land Rovers, either ex-military or cancelled military orders, but these are usually Defenders. There are a lot about at the moment, including brand new with TDi engine (I was tempted). The...

You only got one? I got the deluxe version - 2 sunroofs, windscreen and both Alpines! Some lucky people even have roof rail issues (in every sense), I believe. My new Freely 2 ain't got no sunroofs, hee hee.:)

Assume it's running smoother because of the raised Cetane rating - a bit like putting BP Ultimate in. Come to think of it the cost is probably about the same...

Anybody on here adding two-stroke oil to their diesel? Tried a search but can only find one mention. See Freel2.com - View topic - 2-stroke oil and diesel The lady seems convincing, but possibly just a tad obsessive???

My advice on ACE - if not already done get it disabled. On your other questions, coolant level might vary if you have an airlock in the system, otherwise it shouldn't. Top it up to the correct level. If it goes down, then 1) you have a dodgy pressure cap (say a prayer and try this first), 2)...

Before you get on to drastic measures, first, check the seal is actually in place - they can be pulled out of place by little hands. Second, try vaseline on the seal, as they can dry out and harden. If that fails, then look at sealants or the full repair as detailed in the link above. if it's at...

I had one of the very first (diesel) ones from new and it was one of the best cars I've had - never a fault over 3 years. Have just replaced my disco with a 3 year old Freelander 2 - at the moment I like it a lot, but we'll see...

Not really an engine problem - try main Freelander section? From the description, it could just be a corroded earth connection.

Sounds like your heater matrix is leaking. I'd expect there to be a smell of anti-freeze though.

Don't think this has been mentioned - check the red light on fob comes on when you press button. If not, the fob is faulty (BOTH mine were).

Gaylander 2. I had one of the very early Freelanders, in exchange for a Disco 300TDi which gave me nothing but trouble. It wasn't up to the off-roading and load carrying I was doing then, but it was a good reliable car, and I'm leading a much more retiring life nowadays - just don't ned the...

There's a big yellow connector behind the glove compartment too. Wiggle all the connections and if that solves it it will reset itself. Stealer will try to sell you a new airbag.

Thanks - I just want to get rid of it fast and hassle-free! But I'd rather it went to a good home than off to some auction. Just run it back from Italy at a steady 75 and getting over 30mpg! I suspect I'm mad.