Recent content by madalan

Thanks for the info-I will try to get some access to the turbo - are there any clear signs of what Im looking for . Checked my intercooler hoses - they are both intact and LHS one was replaced at last service coz it was wearing thru where it brushes against a screw head underneath hose - great...

Hi Ron - How do I get access to the turbo charger, according to the workshop manuals I have to remove half the engine to even see it and what does the nozzle actuator look like and where do I find it? Once Ive got there could you explain what checks to do. Cheers

Cheers Dann - I was kinda headin that way - does the bypass have any long term effect and although it might fool local MOT bandits , I take it that it is really an illegal mod in terms of emissions - could that mean insurance issues ?

Mondo - Did you find out what was causing this and if so what fixed it ?

Hi folks - my 03 TD4 was belching out buckets of black smoke under heavy booting and was running lumpy. Got a mafam and senser from roveron and fitted them. Cleaned PCV assembly and fitted new wool filter. Took off EGR cleaned gunk out ( loads of it ) refitted EGR. Performance is better, running...

:( Hi - there folks - just registered coz you good people helped save my 03 freelander td4 from an early grave. Your forums on poor performance and smoky td4s sent me off to replace my MAF, vehicle is like new thanks to this site and its contributors - cheers to you all !!!:) :) ;)