Freelander 2 (LR2) Soft grinding noise when accelerating

ROY SIMPSON · May 21, 2023

Freelander sd 2010 auto
Soft grinding noise when engine under load accelerating starting around 1500 rpm and gets louder with increased rpm but ceases when cruising.
No engine management warning light showing, no black smoke, no drop in mpg, oil level max, no oil leaks, gear changes smooth can't recreate when revving engine in park.

Nodge68 · May 21, 2023

It's probably the rear diff, which are known to fail. When were the driveline components serviced? If not been done, then check for silver in the rear diff and PTU oils, which will be the bearings on the way out.
The Haldex fluid should be clear, but if it's black then it shows the clutches are wearing.

ROY SIMPSON · May 22, 2023

Thanks for your reply.
Had haldex serviced and rear dif replaced about 50,000 miles 4\5 years ago by well known specialist in Worcestershire due to failing bearing.
The noise is definitely from the front of car and not the drone noise previously heard from the rear dif.

Nodge68 · May 22, 2023

The PTU is known to fail too, so I'd start there by removing a sample of oil for examination.

ROY SIMPSON · May 26, 2023

Thanks for all your advice.
Problem solved split in turbo hose accessed between engine and under tray.

Nodge68 · May 26, 2023

ROY SIMPSON said:
Thanks for all your advice.
Problem solved split in turbo hose accessed between engine and under tray.

If one boost hose has split, it's best to replace them all, as the others won't be far behind.

Freelander 2 (LR2) Soft grinding noise when accelerating

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