Recent content by CatBlack

Thanks SO much Nodge68, that's great :D

Hiya Nodge68, Thanks for the info, it's all new to me but I think I'm learning :oops: So am I correct in thinking the transponder is the tiny little chip like thing inside the plastic casing of the key?

Hi Alibro, thanks for posting, I did think that from stuff I've read but wasn't sure as it wasn't really clear. So to clarify, the locking barrel on the boot is solely there to operate the tailgate window? It doesn't unlock the boot door? When I put the key in it was turning but absolutely...

Hi Alibro, The lock was completely mangled unfortunately plus with the tailgate lock not working either I decided to change them all (just the tailgate & ignition left to do now) fuel cap and drivers lock barrels swapped today :) the link you sent me was spot on, so thanks again, I didn't get...

Hi Nodge68, The fobs work but the drivers lock looked like someone had a go with it with a screwdriver at some point and the tailgate lock wouldn't work either, so I was worried if the fob ever failed or the car battery went flat I'd be locked out! I've managed to change the drivers barrel today...

Hi GrumpyGel, thanks for the link & good advice :) Mine's still got his prop shafts, he's an 02 plate but only done 45k miles & as far as I can see nothing much has been done! There's just quite a lot of age related little bits need TLC, like locks & seals etc. I'm getting there bit by bit ;)

hi Alibro, thanks so much for your help, had a look at that thread & gonna give it a go tomorrow - I'll post my results here (hopefully with some pics if successful) ;)

Hi everyone, I'm brand new to this forum and have only had my Freelander 1 for a few weeks. I'm just working through some niggly bits that need fixing & I need to replace the drivers door lock barrel (key won't even go in). I have a second hand barrel to fit & have the door card removed. I was...