Same prob on my 1.8, changed starter solenoid with a kit supplied off ebay, also took apart ignition switch, cleaned contacts, sprayed with electrical cleaner, refitted and hey presto no probs since, that was 6 months ago. About a £20 fix in total for solenoid kit and contact...

I did not fit a britpart pump, i was conscious about asking that question when i phoned around for prices, ended up with one from Eurocar parts, 54 quid but misses found a promotion code so got 30% off, so bought the antifreeze there as well, all for £54. Metal impeller pump, seems quite good...

Well, good day had by all........water pump changed, 4 hrs. Hardest part is definitely the viscous fan, however with the help of a few poised questions on here job done.(for info- 4.6 V8 36mm spanner, undo anticlockwise). Thanks to all that answered- Wammers thanks a lot.

Cheers Wammers, top man:D

Cheers Wammers, What size spanner do i need, left or right to undo? Thanks again

Hi all, the water pump bearing has just failed on my 2000 4.6 P38 so need to change it, does the viscous fan need to be removed, or can it be done by removing fan pulley wheel complete to gain access to the water pump bolts. Is there anything else i need to know prior to attacking it. Cheers all

Yeah it will still work, i have replaced 3 of mine recently, no problems. Just for info you can use a rover 75 door lock module, much cheaper on ebay.

I had the same problem with mine, easy DIY fix if you are happy to have a go. I just cleaned up the contacts inside the starter switch and gave it a spray with some contact cleaner, job done, 3 months later still no problem starting. Is there no forum members near you?

Who is the crazy question directed at?

When i bought my 98 freelander it came with 2 sets of keys, 1 set was original L/R the other set are clearly after market. I asked guy i bought it off and he said he got it off the net and had it programmed to the car, and yes it does work, both key and remote fob. Unfortunately there is no make...

Read my post again, i said it looks like the HDC switch wiring, attaches to the gear stick and operates like a low range gearbox in 1st and reverse..............

The cut wire looks like the HDC wiring, it should be attached to a switch mounted on the gear stick, they seem to be an inherent problem with F/L's, i have had to resolder mine a few times. if i remember correctly the wire colours are blue and black? Hope this helps;)

Is this the same with all F/L's. I have a 98 model?

For info, if anyone was wondering about central door locking problems and need to replace locking motors, have a look at Rover 75/ MG Zt motors, i have just changed my drivers side door motor with a Rover 75 item and fits and works perfectly. The good news is they go cheaper on the 'bay' than LR...

Looking for tow bar to fit my 98 freelander, preferably with plug in electrics. Anyone? Cheers:)

great stuff, thanks for your help :D

Hi all, The 2 wires have come off the microswitch on gear stick for the HDC, going to re-solder them on but which wire goes where? Blue to middle or outside or black to middle outside, hope this makes sense to someone. Help appreciated.:confused::confused:

Cheers for the replies guys, much appreciated :D:D

Cheers Saint, will have a look, if and when the weather improves!!