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Hey up all, Well, i havent posted on here for a while, mainly because 1) I can offer no expert advice as my mechanical experience is pretty limited and 2) I havent had any issues with my freelander (td4) for a while. However, this has now changed, i was experiencing loss of power...

Hi All! Just got my freelander back from having new fuel pump fitted and now when driving (obviously,handbrake is off) the handbrake light flashes on and off randomly, especially going up hill. Checked fluid level which is ok, so could they have knocked something when fittin the fuel...

Hello all, Havent posted on here for a while (although always come on and have a gander through the threads) mainly beacause i must have one of the good ones (or so i thought!!). Had very very few problems other than wear and tear in the 12 months of ownership (01 td4) although one...

Probably sumat simple but my front washers arent working,(back one is fine) recently filled up, but no joy. I remenber it started couple of months ago, they were empty so put some alredy diluted screenwash in, they didnt work for few days, then some black **** come out then they were fine...

Hello all, i have posted a thread on the general L/R sub-forum already, but thought i,d let my fellow freelandees in on my query. Last week in another village of rotherham (wath) i spotted a beast of a machine in the petrol station, it caught everyones eye and looked like some sort...

Hello All, Last week while leaving a local tescos a beast of a machine was at the petrol station next door, i wasn't the only one who rubberknecked as i drove past it either. It looked like something from star wars or something from the gulf war used in the desert. After closer...

Hi all, Another little niggle, noticed it last sunday at morrisons. Locked up as normal to do a shop.When i returned my rear window was completely down (open). After having a go at our lass for pressing the button (which she denied) i was almost certain i had not pressed it, and its...

Hi all, Just been told that me Main/back brake lights arent working (both of em) thought it too much of a coincedence but changed bulbs anyway but no joy!:( I am presuming its loose connection (or sumat) can anyone do me a favour and point me in the right direction please. (did a...

Heyup all, Realised the other day that me fan belt needed replacing, so sorted one but didnt realise you have to get down and go in from underneath,(which i am unable to do at minute due to a recent knee op) Me mate had a look says he will do it but it looks a bit complex so wants...

Hi all, Thinking of getting me sen some side steps for my freelander but not sure whether to go for black or stainless?? Im not sure which would look better, so if anyone can do me a big favour and put a picture on here of either their own or someone elses, CHAMPAGNE coloured freebie with...

Hi everyone, No major problem but just wondered if anybody knows whats the best method to remove the annoying advertising writing on the back of spare wheel cover?? I was going to get a new lockable one when moneys a bit less tight (after hols) and in the meantime me mate...

Hello all (again), Well after initial joy and happiness of buying my freelander last week, i am starting to notice a few problems.One of which is a couple of leaks underneath.:( One is about a foot inwards from the rear,pretty central (think its diesel) and the other is a...

Bit of a daft question, but for someone who used to just buy the cheapest available for my previous cars, was wondering if anybody can recommend a decent type of engine oil??? (for a 2001 td4) :confused: Cheers

Heyup all, Well, as some of you may or may not know? I have been after a freelander(td4) for a couple of months(had me eye on one for a couple of years actually but only had the funds recently) went to look at one earlier,spot on, loved it so picking it up tomorrow!:D Its a...

Hello all, Was wondering if any of you would NOT buy a td4 with 100,000 miles on clock.Its a 2001 FLRSH, good condition and just had a new transfer box fitted. Although no-one has a crystal ball, does anyone know what potential/likely problems I should expect from a plus 100,000 td4...

Hello All, Just in process of buying a freelander and a 2000reg td4 (es) has caught my eye at what seems like a very reasonable price. However, the seller has pointed out a couple of problems, one being the clutch could be on its way out and might need replacing and the central...

Heyup Everybody I am new to this site. I am in the process of buying a freelander but not sure which model?? and would like some first hand abvice if poss? I have a budget of around 4.5 to 5k,I do on average 150-200 miles /wk. Ideally I had me heart set on a td4 hardback due to diesels being...

Heyup! Everybody! Located in beautiful Rotherham! :rolleyes: I am a virgin in many respects! New to this forum,In the process of buying my first freelander in fact I have never even owned a 4x4! :o