ScorpioClare · Feb 1, 2015

Hi, Ive just bought my 3rd Freelander..TD4..Auto..mark 1 ..2004.
I got it from a dealer..bout 50 miles away..traded in my old TD4 for the new one.
I am a tad concerned as the transmission up through the gears is far slower than my previous landy...it revs upto 2800 to almost 3000....going from 2nd to 3rd...before shifting gear. Also I can smell a hint of burning...strong smell...possibly clutch related?
I took it back to the dealer who reckoned nothing wrong...and its 'normal for them to rev a bit?!'...
Im not convinced....my other one didnt rev like you know what before shifting up the gears...tried easing off the gas etc..being auto I know sometimes they are all a little different etc.
The gear change is smooth enough..and it seems better when the engines warmed up a bit.
I would be very greatful with any advice anyone might have...
Thank you so much..
Clare

Freelaner · Feb 1, 2015

gstuart · Feb 2, 2015

ScorpioClare said:
Hi, Ive just bought my 3rd Freelander..TD4..Auto..mark 1 ..2004.
I got it from a dealer..bout 50 miles away..traded in my old TD4 for the new one.
I am a tad concerned as the transmission up through the gears is far slower than my previous landy...it revs upto 2800 to almost 3000....going from 2nd to 3rd...before shifting gear. Also I can smell a hint of burning...strong smell...possibly clutch related?
I took it back to the dealer who reckoned nothing wrong...and its 'normal for them to rev a bit?!'...
Im not convinced....my other one didnt rev like you know what before shifting up the gears...tried easing off the gas etc..being auto I know sometimes they are all a little different etc.
The gear change is smooth enough..and it seems better when the engines warmed up a bit.
I would be very greatful with any advice anyone might have...
Thank you so much..
Clare

hi

if u pop over to the freelander section and introduce yourself there are plenty who can help

I've got an auto and they are not supposed to slip like that

it could be the transmission oil needs changing or faulty solonoids within the gearbox , belt etc

may I suggest u throw it back at them as u could or not end up with a broken gearbox, but until it's tested correctly won't know for sure

did it come with any warrenties etc , as I don't think u want to end up with the prospect of possibly replacing the gearbox which are well over a grand

as you've just bought the thing wouldn't take the risk and get them to sort it out as it sounds like they dont know what there talking about

hope that helps abit

Broke Again · Feb 2, 2015

Hi Clare and welcome. Try searching for crock of **** thread most if not all your questions should be answered there. Best of luck

ScorpioClare · Feb 2, 2015

ok, thanks for your help.

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