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Hi all, Just checking if part number STC7984 (pictured) would fit an 18” alloy wheel (235/50 R18)? The part indicates 17” so if anyone has one or knows if would fit next size up would be much appreciated. Many thanks, Anthony

Gents and ladies, Just received the load space rubber mat (LR STC50435) ordered online, just checking if anyone has any tips on fitting… It comes in one piece - with the profile of the floor safe door and the positions of the luggage anchor points - do you cut out the exact profile imprint or...

Hey Landy Lovers, Just doing a service to try get to bottom of a hard start issue. So far… did a leak back test on injectors and no major sign of leak. Next to dig deeper and change out gaskets and clean EGR valve. Next up to change high pressure fuel regulator seal. I just changed the CAM...

Hey folks, Very recently my Freelander TD4 started to give issues starting: When turn the ignition key it attempts to start / crank but within seconds dies out After a few attempts it always starts but puffs out a large plume of white smoke. The attached codes showed on icar; I’ve...

Hi folks, Just noticed since yesterday gasping trouble starting first time in morning/evening after engine off a few hours. it’s a Freelander TD4 only and only cranks up when I press the accelerator pedal a bit first time starting. After that starts straight away. Seems like not enough...

Hi Folks, Recently had issues with MIL on with loss of power on motorway, resolved after replacing the 2 egr solenoids, all hoses, and pump under rear wheel arch (BMW TD4). Now I’m finding the engine keeps going into what sounds like surges of diesel/power to turbo when just cruising, and...

Hi folks, Freelander TD4 2004 has been struggling on motorway to go over 50 mph, 2000 rev with engine light comes on when going over 2000 revs but resets when slows… Followed the main threads on this forum and changed out with Land Rover original parts: * Turbo solenoid valve (2 hose...

Hi folks, Just after refitting the inlet manifold and one of the bronze studs came loose, won’t tighten to recommended 10 Nm (or any torque!). Removed inlet manifold cover again and noticed the stud stuck to bolt. I cleaned out the nut socket in engine block and nut, applied unibond metal epoxy...

hi folks, Just fitted new uk style official Land Rover tow bar to Freelander, but just noticed the three bolts with nuts and tension washers are not there ! The three bolts are small long bolts that go through the electric socket housing and fits onto the narrow flange housing sticking out to...

Evening Landy Lovers Started taking out my starter motor yesterday for repair and cannot locate the second bolt securing it in place. I can’t align the image from Rave nor a suppliers image to the actual bolt position. I’ve so far removed the easy to spot bolt on bottom flange, removed nut...

Hey all, My 2004 TD4 80k miles is beginning to require allot of maintenance as expected. I just replaced differential mounts today hoping they were cause of unusual screeching sounds when driving. Alas not so although the front mount was broken and needed replacing (thanks to this site for...

Hi all, Does anyone know how to remove the internal panels, side and roof, to the hard top for freelander td4? I noticed one of the internal back pillars (next to trail window) was not aligned with the ceiling trim, so tired to align but only made it worse. I then tapped at the other pillar...

I'm looking to replace M7 flanged nuts to engine manifold, anyone know a good online site ? Cheers, A

Hi folks, I need to remove injector number 1, located at left end of fuel rail looking into engine (next to maf sensor). Do I need to remove the entire manifold to get to the high pressure fuel pipes which connect to side of injector? The Haynes manual shows image with the steel fuel pipe...

Hi Folks, I've a freelander TD4 automatic transmission and it's becoming harder to start every time it warms up. Followed up on a number of posts in this site and finally found the problem: a leak back test showed the first injector on the fuel rail is leaking back with ignition to key pos 1...

Hi Folks, I've been battling this problem near on a year...my TD4 2L 3door 2004(BMW engine) runs smooth every time, starts immediately on first start of day everytime, connected to an OBD 2 diag PC which states no problems. Here's what I've done so far, and most recent progress is - three...

Hi folks, Going to fit crankshaft position sensor, comes in ESD protective package with warning on ESD. What is best way to protect against electrostatic discharge when fitting it? Is ESD gloves, wrist strap, mat needed? Ta

Hi Folks, Recently refitted a coolant sensor and when refitting the intake manifold one of the bolt just peddles the thread into the engine block. When I took apart again noticed the engine block threaded hole to receive the bolts is actually a threaded bolt that appears to be glued or...

Hi folks, Looking at the Haynes black and white picture is really not helping me locate the ECT sensor in my TD4. Looking on workshop manuals I've found the attached two pics. Can you please guide me through the process of replacing the coolant temperature sensor, I've taken off the...

Hi Folks, Had my freelander td4 BMW engine mot today, passed on all accounts but was very slow to start when leaving the test centre. The engine was very hot at this stage following the emissions and rev test. By very slow I mean when I turn ignition key once and hold for engine to start, the...