We all start somewhere, good luck and welcome. Mike

Clean the MAF with dedicated cleaner, or replace it. If it's the original it's probably on its last legs. Mike

Can't comment on taking the engine out as I've never done that. Only thing That springs to make mind is the manual engine is slightly down on power compared to the auto, hence the different injectors. So a synergy box or similar may be required if you find the replacement engine is a bit...

Mines made the double clunk sound for years. I do this. I live on a dead end, so drive to the top of the road, reverse full lock right, then forward full lock left, pull up outside the house, apply brakes, clunk clunk. I've rebuilt the brakes, new guide pins, the lot. No difference, so it's not...

So, the brakes work:) happy with that. New tyres fitted yesterday, had the same ones as already fitted. Zeta ZTR20, can't complain really, they did over 20,000 miles and they're cheap, plus they suit the Freelander for what I use it for. Cost me £266 fully fitted and balanced, not bad for 4...

Both look very clean examples. But from experience it would bother me that the first one has such low mileage. Not being driven for long periods of time and then possibly being used for short trips is more detrimental to a diesel than one that has high mileage. Most diesel engines really bed in...

My knowledge of the K is iffy. But I believe it's 96_2000 then different mount 2000> I'm willing to be proved wrong:p Mike

Not sure on the numbers, but mines never failed a smoke test, 2002 TD4 auto, synergy 2a chip with egr bypass. Make sure your inlet manifold is clean and if you have one clean the egr valve. Get it up to temp before going to the m.o.t center, I give mine a blast down the M1 for a couple of...

If it's the original radio, go to the nearest Landover main agent, give them your VIN number and they can supply the code. Mike

I use approx 200ml per tank and the Millers ecoboost which has a cleaner in it. But if I just want a cleaner, Comma diesel magic is my personal choice. The application of 2 stroke is a tad contentious. Some like me swear by it, 10 years and counting. Others think it's a load of old rubbish. But...

Biggest problem is the kits are 3rd party and a best guess. So the FL1 kit is also for early BMW X5 and a few other models. So the gears when fitted won't turn as they are just slightly out. Even after a gentle file and then a more vigorous attack with a Dremel, they just wouldn't turn. So try...

Injector cleaner is always the best place to start and the cheapest. I'm a great advocate of a mix of mineral 2 stroke and a good cetane booster/cleaner such as Miller's ecoboost in every tank. But I agree with you, sticky injector is the most probable cause. Mike

Don't bother, they don't work. This is the FL1 version, I can't imagine the 2 would be any better. General advice is to track down a second hand unit. Been there done that, save your cash. Mike

Yes, you can call me Mr skint at the moment. But give it a month or so and I'll be back on track. Not that I'll be flush with cash or owt. Took it for a drive this morning, definitely going up through the autobox easier than lately. And coasting downhill better. Took it over to the caravan using...

Looks good that. Have to see how it lasts. Mike

Might be worth checking the vacuum accumulator, maybe a perished pipe or the accumulator itself. Mike

Caliper repair kit installed on both sides. That was a glorious morning spent wrestling with greased rubber:rolleyes: All back together now, seems to work better than before, but I also stuck a load of new fluid through the system while I was at it. Only a good drive around will show wether it...

Is it brewed under licence or shipped over? And which one? Back on track:rolleyes: I agree with @guineafowl21 ,it's more than likely an injector, No1 probably. Mike

That's a nice looking vehicle:) Mike

It's been slinging it down for the last hour here, so sat in the van drinking coffee:) I might treat mine to a wash if I get the brakes sorted on Saturday. Bought the cylinder rebuild kit as I'm skint and couldn't afford 2 calipers, even the refurb ones:( Least it'll keep me out of trouble for a...