Freelander starting

s59iping · Jul 23, 2023

Hi all, Freelander 2 auto 14 plate starting issues not seen described before, help needed, press start button I get a click ( doesn't start) move the drive selector from neutral to reverse usually does the trick and it start? Any ideas?

Stv123 · Jul 23, 2023

Do you mean it starts in the reverse position?

s59iping · Jul 23, 2023

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Stv123 said:
Do you mean it starts in the reverse position?

Not sure exactly when it starts, but yeah when shift from neutral to reverse and back to neutral it starts

Nodge68 · Jul 23, 2023

It's possible there's a faulty sensor in the selector assembly. It's best to get a full systems diagnostic on the vehicle.

s59iping · Jul 23, 2023

Nodge68 said:
It's possible there's a faulty sensor in the selector assembly. It's best to get a full systems diagnostic on the vehicle.

Thanks, did describe fault slightly wrong, it's when I go from park to reverse and back to park it starts! but I'll go to garage for a diagnostic check, cheers

Stv123 · Jul 23, 2023

Probably the microswitch in the selector needs adjusting.

Nodge68 · Jul 23, 2023

Stv123 said:
Probably the microswitch in the selector needs adjusting.

Unfortunately there's nothing to adjust, but a basic cable position check can be done.
The selector lever is connected directly to the transmission control module by a bowden cable. This is why a diagnostic is needed, as a faulty position sensor should come up under interrogation by a suitable diagnostic device. If it shows a position sensor issue, then a replacement TCM will need to be installed and programmed to the vehicle using SDD. Unfortunately nothing is serviceable with this system, requiring replacement of the module.

Stv123 · Jul 23, 2023

Will it come out of park without the engine running or foot on the brake?

Shedload · Jul 24, 2023

Worth popping off the selector surround and checking connections are clean and secure.
And same at gearbox under air box.
But as Nodge says, diagnostic before you get to deep.

s59iping · Jul 24, 2023

Shedload said:
Worth popping off the selector surround and checking connections are clean and secure.
And same at gearbox under air box.
But as Nodge says, diagnostic before you get to deep.

Cheers, booked for diagnostic check

Arctic2 · Jul 24, 2023

do let us know the outcome of the diagnostic test please

s59iping · Jul 26, 2023

Arctic2 said:
do let us know the outcome of the diagnostic test please

No. Probs won't be for a few days

s59iping · Jul 26, 2023

Stv123 said:
Will it come out of park without the engine running or foot on the brake?

No, sorry slow reply, away for a few days

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