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    Is 90000 miles much in Freelander terms?

    Just thought I would have another look at any replies....many thanks for this new info. Will investigate the VCU replacement. Norman
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    Is 90000 miles much in Freelander terms?

    Many thanks for the sound advice. What you are saying makes sense. I always thought Land rovers should go on for high mileages. I think the split turbo hose got me thinking, was this the start of repairs? This TD4 has been exceptional in reliability, tows my caravan as though it was not...
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    Is 90000 miles much in Freelander terms?

    I have just completed 90000 miles in my Freelander and am beginning to think about changing cars. The 90000 miles have been totally trouble free, apart from a split turbo hose a few weeks back. So I have been absolutely chuffed with this car. I am now hearing increased road noise, I assume...
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    Suddenly it went bang!

    Optimus I have given it a go. Upon disconnecting the battery, the window did not go down. I then lowered it, disconnected the battery. The window now goes up 2 thirds and beeps. Cannot get to go to the top. Any ideas??????????? Many thanks. Norman.
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    Suddenly it went bang!

    What a star....will try it tomorrow... Kind regards. Norman
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    Suddenly it went bang!

    I found a Landrover dealer in Wyndmondham who supplied the parts at a good price and did the job myself. But!!!!!!! would you believe it, now the rear window in the tailgate is playing up. I just cannot believe it myself! When I squeeze the rear door handle it does not release the lock, but...
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    Suddenly it went bang!

    Yes, it is a good one...71000 miles and just had to replace the rear tyres, fronts still have some mileage left. Many thanks for the advice, will follow up the search's later today. The advice to 'get down on your knees' ect, sounded ok but some of you have questioned it. Should I not do...
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    Suddenly it went bang!

    Whilst we were on holiday last week in Yorkshire, during some extremely hot weather, I went to close the o/s read window and then was an almighty bang. Thought one of the locals had hefted a brick at us, couldn't see anything wrong. Arriving back at our caravan site, I again went to close the...