brake fluid LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2001 User Guide

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-3
KV6 – Petrol Engine – Under Bonnet
View
LHD shown, RHD similar - 03 Model Year illustrated
1Power steering reservoir
2Cooling system expansion tank filler cap
3Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir cap
4Engine Control Module box
5Engine compartment fusebox
6Battery
7Engine oil filler cap
8Engine oil dipstick
9Windscreen washer reservoir filler cap

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-7
Tyres
Check
1.Check for any apparent damage to tyres,
paying particular attention to side walls.
2.Look at tyre treads and check for any unusual
wear patterns which may indicate out of
specification adjustment of steering or
suspension.
NOTE: Any adjustments to steering or
suspension will be subject to additional labour
and/or material cost and should not be carried
out without the authorisation of the customer.
3.Measure the tread depth across the width of the
tyre and around the circumference. Annotate
the maintenance check sheet with the lowest
figure obtained from each tyre.
NOTE: Any requirement to replace tyres should
be advised to the customer before any remedial
work is carried out. This will be subject to
additional labour and/or material cost and
should not be carried out without the
authorisation of the customer.
CAUTION: If new tyres are to be fitted,
ensure that they are fitted to the rear axle
only or to both front and rear axles. DO NOT
fit new tyres to front axle only.
Brake Pads and Calipers
Brake Pads
1.With front road wheels removed, check brake
pad thickness and ensure that both pads are
wearing evenly.
2.Check brake discs for signs of cracking,
excessive scoring or oil contamination.
NOTE: Any requirement to replace brake pads
or brake discs should be advised to the
customer as this will be subject to additional
labour and/or material cost and should not be
carried out without the authorisation of the
customer.
3.Check for any signs of brake fluid leakage from
caliper seals, hoses or unions.
4.Using brake cleaner, remove excessive
deposits of brake dust from pads, calipers and
disc shields.

MAINTENANCE
10-8 MAINTENANCE
Brake Shoes
1.With the vehicle at a convenient working height,
remove the rubber plugs from the rear of the
back plate.
2.Using a lamp, inspect thickness of rear brake
shoes.
NOTE: Any requirement to replace brake shoes
should be advised to the customer as this will
be subject to additional labour and/or material
cost and should not be carried out without the
authorisation of the customer.
3.Check for any signs of brake fluid
contamination on brake shoes, or evidence of
brake fluid leakage from drum/backplate.
4.Ensure that rubber plug is correctly fitted into
back plate upon completion of check.Brake Drums
1.With vehicle at a convenient working height and
the wheels removed, remove the rear brake
drums.

+ BRAKES, REPAIRS, Drum - rear.
2.Check brake shoe thickness, and condition of
brake shoes for any evidence of contamination
from brake fluid.
3.Check brake drum for signs of cracking,
excessive scoring or oil contamination.
NOTE: Any requirements to replace brake
shoes, wheel cylinders or brake drums should
be advised to the customer as this will be
subject to additional labour and/or material cost
and should not be carried out without the
authorisation of the customer.
4.Using brake cleaner, remove excessive
deposits of brake dust from drums, shoes and
back plate.
5.Refit drums.

+ BRAKES, REPAIRS, Drum - rear.

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-9
Brake Fluid
Replace
1.Replace brake fluid.

+ BRAKES, ADJUSTMENTS, Brake
bleed.
Road Wheel Speed Sensors
Inspect
Front wheel
1.Check harness is correctly routed and secured.
Ensure harness shows no sign of damage or
chafing.
2.Check speed sensor is fully inserted to the
correct position. Check reluctor ring condition
and ensure it is free from debris.
Rear wheel
3.Check harness is correctly routed and secured.
Ensure harness shows no sign of damage or
chafing.
4.Check speed sensor is fully inserted to the
correct position. Check reluctor ring condition
and ensure it is free from debris.

MAINTENANCE
10-16 MAINTENANCE
Camshaft Timing Belt – KV6
Check
1.Check camshaft drive belt and renew if
necessary.

+ ENGINE - K SERIES KV6, REPAIRS,
Camshaft timing belt.
Brake/Clutch Reservoir
Check/Top-up
RHD shown, LHD similar
1.Check fluid level in brake/clutch fluid reservoir.
2.Clean area around filter cap, remove cap.
3.Top-up if necessary to correct level on reservoir
using recommended fluid.

+ CAPACITIES, FLUIDS,
LUBRICANTS AND SEALANTS, Fluids.
4.Fit filler cap.

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-19
Manual Gearbox – GETRAG
Replace Fluid
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with mineral oil. Mineral oils remove the
natural fats from the skin, leading to
dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
1.Replace gearbox fluid.

+ MANUAL GEARBOX - GETRAG,
ADJUSTMENTS, Gearbox oil - drain and
refill.
Automatic Gearbox – JATCO
Check and top-up fluid
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with mineral oil. Mineral oils remove the
natural fats from the skin, leading to
dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
1.Position vehicle on ramp.
2.Apply handbrake and position chocks under
front and rear wheels.
3.Remove underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
4.Connect TestBook/T4 to monitor gearbox fluid
temperature.
CAUTION: The gearbox fluid level must only
be checked when the temperature of the
fluid is between 35° and 45°. The reading
obtained will be incorrect if the fluid is
outside this temperature range.
5.Start engine, move selector lever from 'P'
through all gear positions, pausing in each gear
position for 2-3 seconds and return to 'P'
position.
6.Clean area around level plug.
7.With the engine still running, remove level plug
using a 5 mm Allen socket and allow any
excess fluid to drain off.
CAUTION: There are a number of similar
fixings/plugs on the underside of the
gearbox. It is imperative that the correct
plug is removed prior to checking the level.
Removing the wrong fixing/plug could
result in internal damage to the gearbox.
8.If no fluid loss is apparent when level plug is
removed:

MAINTENANCE
10-26 MAINTENANCE
KV6 – Petrol engines
Check
1.Check security of all fuel hoses, paying
particular attention to those running under the
vehicle. Check all hoses and pipes are correctly
routed and secured. Check for signs of leakage
or damage.
Brake Hoses and Pipes
Check
1.Visually check condition of all brake hoses.
Look for any sign of damage or chafing. Check
for any signs of fluid leakage.
2.Check brake pipes for signs of leakage or
corrosion. Pay particular attention to pipe
unions and joints. Ensure all pipes and hoses
are correctly routed and secured.
Check Exhaust System
Check
1.Visually check condition of exhaust system for
signs of damage. Extra care should be taken to
ensure the catalyst is in good condition and
shows no signs of damage. Check condition of
exhaust heat shields.
2.Check exhaust system is firmly secured and
check condition of exhaust mounting rubbers,
clamps and brackets.

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-29
Gear Change and Parking Pawl Engagement –
(Automatic only, normal driving conditions)
1.Select 'R' and check for smooth take up.
2.Select 'D' and check for smooth up-changes of
ratio from rest.
3.Slow down vehicle and check for smooth down-
changes of ratio.
4.Stop vehicle on a slope.
5.Select 'P' and release handbrake.
6.Check that vehicle does not move and that
selector does not slip out of 'P'.
7.Carry out a similar check with vehicle facing in
the opposite direction.
Steering
1.With vehicle stationary, turn steering from lock
to lock. Check for smooth operation and ensure
there is no undue noise from the power steering
pump or drive belt.
Suspension
1.Check for noise, irregularity in ride (e.g.
dampers) and wheel imbalance.
Foot brake
1.Check for pedal effort, travel, braking
efficiency, pulling and binding.
Handbrake
1.Apply handbrake firmly, check travel and
ratchet hold and release.
Instruments
1.Check for correct operation of all instruments
and warning devices where practical.
Body
1.Check for abnormal body noise.
Seat Belts
1.Check for operation of inertia reels.Road Test
1.Drive vehicle on a short road test. Check all
vehicle systems for correct operation. Pay
particular attention to:
lEngine noise
lGearbox noise
lSuspension noise
lBody noise
lBraking system operation
lGear selection
lEngine performance
2.Where possible, check for correct operation of
Hill Descent Control (HDC) system. This should
not be carried out if excessive journey time is
required.
3.After road test, carry out a final inspection of the
vehicle on vehicle ramps.
4.Check all underbonnet fluid levels and top-up if
necessary.

MAINTENANCE
10-30 MAINTENANCE
Endorse Service Record
Check
1.Insert date and mileage of next service.
2.Insert current mileage.
3.Tick one of the boxes on the brake fluid
replacement indicator.
4.Tick one of the boxes on the camshaft drive belt
indicator.
5.Endorse service record with dealer stamp.
6.Sign and date the service record.
7.Sign and date the maintenance check sheet.
Report any Unusual Features
Check
1.Produce a written report detailing additional
work necessary, or items which may require
attention prior to the next service.

ENGINE - K SERIES KV6
REPAIRS 12-3-29
33.With an assistant depressing the brake pedal,
remove and discard LH and RH drive shaft
nuts.
34.Remove rear beam.

+ FRONT SUSPENSION, REPAIRS,
Rear beam.
35.Remove exhaust front pipe.

+ MANIFOLDS & EXHAUST SYSTEMS
- K SERIES KV6, REPAIRS, Front pipe - Non
NAS.

+ MANIFOLDS & EXHAUST SYSTEMS
- K SERIES KV6, REPAIRS, Front pipe - NAS.
36.Raise one rear wheel for rotation of propeller
shaft to access bolts.
37.Reference mark position of viscous coupling
flange to IRD unit flange to aid reassembly.
38.Remove 6 nuts and bolts securing propeller
shaft to IRD drive flange.
39.Release propeller shaft from IRD drive flange
and tie shaft aside.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to support
the Tripode joint when removed from the
IRD unit. To avoid damage to gaiter or steel
can, the joint should not be allowed to fully
extend or be dropped.40.Drain gearbox fluid.

+ AUTOMATIC GEARBOX - JATCO,
ADJUSTMENTS, Gearbox fluid - drain &
refill.
41.Drain fluid from IRD.

+ INTERMEDIATE REDUCTION
DRIVE, ADJUSTMENTS, Intermediate
reduction drive (IRD) fluid - drain & refill -
Non NAS.

+ INTERMEDIATE REDUCTION
DRIVE, ADJUSTMENTS, Intermediate
reduction drive (IRD) lubrication system -
drain & refill - NAS.
42.Remove 6 bolts securing RH and LH front
splash shields and remove shields.
43.Remove clips securing brake hoses to RH and
LH damper brackets.
44.Release ABS sensor leads from bracket.
45.Release ABS sensors from RH and LH front
hubs.
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