check engine LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2001 User Guide

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-13
Vent filter - turbocharger boost control
solenoid valve - Td4
Replace
1.Replace turbocharger solenoid valve vent filter.

+ FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM - DIESEL,
REPAIRS, Vent filter - turbocharger boost
control solenoid valve - Td4.
Spark Plugs – K1.8
Check & Renew
1.Check spark plugs condition and gap. Renew if
necessary.

+ ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM -
MEMS, REPAIRS, Spark plugs.
Spark Plugs – KV6
Check & Renew
1.Check spark plugs condition and gap. Renew if
necessary.

+ ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM -
SIEMENS, REPAIRS, Spark plugs - up to
03MY.
Air Cleaner – Petrol Models
Replace
1.Replace air cleaner element.

+ FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM -
PETROL, REPAIRS, Element - air cleaner -
KV6.
Clean
1.Clean the drain hole in filter casing.

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-15
Ancillary Drive Belt – KV6
Check
1.Check ancillary drive belts for tension, signs of
fraying, damage and for any oil contamination.
Replace
1.Replace ancillary drive belt.

+ CHARGING AND STARTING,
REPAIRS, Ancillary drive belt - KV6.
Camshaft Timing Belt – K1.8
Check
1.Check camshaft drive belt and renew if
necessary.

+ ENGINE - K SERIES 1.8, REPAIRS,
Camshaft timing belt.

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
10-22 MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil and Filter – Td4
Drain
1.Raise vehicle on ramp.
2.Remove underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
3.Place a suitable container under engine sump
drain plug, remove drain plug and discard
sealing washer. Allow oil to drain.
WARNING: Observe due care when draining
engine oil as the oil can be very hot.
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with used engine oil. Used engine oil
contains potentially harmful contaminants
which may cause skin cancer or other
serious skin disorders.
4.Lower vehicle
5.Remove oil filter cap and discard 3 seals.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to ensure
that oil or fluid does not enter or
contaminate the alternator.Refill
1.Replace engine oil filter.

+ ENGINE - Td4, REPAIRS, Filter -
engine oil.
2.Fit new seals and lubricate with clean engine
oil.
3.Fit oil filter cap and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lbf.ft).
4.Raise vehicle.
5.Clean sump drain plug, fit new sealing washer
and tighten sump drain plug to 28 Nm (21 lbf.ft).
6.Fit oil filler cap.
7.Fit underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
8.Lower vehicle.
9.Remove engine oil filler cap and fill engine with
oil to correct level.

+ CAPACITIES, FLUIDS,
LUBRICANTS AND SEALANTS,
Lubrication.
10.Start engine. Run at idle until oil pressure
warning light extinguishes.
11.Stop engine. Recheck engine oil level.
12.Check for signs of leakage.

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE 10-23
Engine Oil and Filter – K1.8
Drain
1.Raise vehicle on ramp.
2.Remove underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
3.Place a suitable container under engine sump
drain plug, remove plug and discard sealing
washer. Allow oil to drain.
WARNING: Observe due care when draining
engine oil as the oil can be very hot.
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with used engine oil. Used engine oil
contains potentially harmful contaminants
which may cause skin cancer or other
serious skin disorders.
4.Remove and discard engine oil filter.Refill
1.Lubricate sealing ring of new filter with clean
engine oil.
2.Fit new filter and tighten by hand until it seats,
then tighten a further half a turn.
3.Clean sump drain plug and fit new sealing
washer.
4.Fit sump drain plug and tighten to 25 Nm (18
lbf.ft).
5.Remove engine oil filler cap and fill engine with
oil to correct level.

+ CAPACITIES, FLUIDS,
LUBRICANTS AND SEALANTS,
Lubrication.
6.Fit oil filler cap.
7.Fit underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
8.Lower vehicle.
9.Start engine. Run at idle until oil pressure
warning light extinguishes.
10.Stop engine. Recheck engine oil level.
11.Check for signs of leakage.

MAINTENANCE
10-24 MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil and Filter – KV6
Drain
1.Raise vehicle on ramp.
2.Remove underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
3.Place a suitable container under engine sump
drain plug, remove plug and discard sealing
washer. Allow oil to drain.
WARNING: Observe due care when draining
engine oil as the oil can be very hot.
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with used engine oil. Used engine oil
contains potentially harmful contaminants
which may cause skin cancer or other
serious skin disorders.
4.Remove and discard engine oil filter.

+ ENGINE - K SERIES KV6, REPAIRS,
Filter - engine oil.Refill
1.Fill canister of replacement oil filter with clean
engine oil.
2.Lubricate sealing ring of new filter with clean
engine oil.
3.Fit new filter and tighten by hand until it seats,
then tighten a further half turn.
4.Clean sump drain plug and fit new sealing
washer.
5.Fit sump drain plug and tighten to 25 Nm (18
lbf.ft).
6.Remove engine oil filler cap and fill engine with
oil to correct level.

+ CAPACITIES, FLUIDS,
LUBRICANTS AND SEALANTS,
Lubrication.
7.Fit oil filler cap.
8.Fit underbelly panel.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Panel - underbelly.
9.Lower vehicle.
10.Start engine. Run at 2500 rev/min until oil
pressure warning light extinguishes.
11.Stop engine. Recheck engine oil level.
12.Check for signs of leakage.

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
10-28 MAINTENANCE
Steering
Check
1.Check/tighten steering unit and steering rod
ball joint fixings.
2.Check condition of ball joints and dust covers.
3.Check steering rack bellows for any signs of
leakage.
Road Test
There are two purposes for conducting a road test.
Firstly, to ensure the work completed within the
dealership meets the standards required as laid
down by dealership processes. Secondly, for a
skilled technician to assess the general condition of
the vehicle and report any conditions that the
customer should be made aware of.
CAUTION: Two wheel dynamometer tests must
not be carried out. Four wheel dynamometer
tests must be restricted to 3 mph (5 kph).
Engine Start
1.Check for correct operation of starter switch.
Ensure the engine starts in a correct manner.
Leave the engine running.
Starter Inhibitor Switch – (Automatic only)
1.Select 'D' gear lever position.
2.Check that engine will not start.
3.Select 'R' gear lever position and repeat start
check.
4.Check that engine will start in 'P' and 'N'
positions.
Selector Cable – (Automatic only)
1.Check for correct setting of gear selector cable.
Engine Performance and Throttle Operation
1.Start engine and check that it starts easily.
2.Check that 'oil pressure' and 'no charge'
warning lamps extinguish.
3.Check that throttle pedal movement is free and
unrestricted.
4.Check that engine is responsive to throttle
movement.
Clutch and Gear Selection –
(Manual only, normal driving conditions)
1.Check that clutch engages smoothly without
judder, slipping or noise.
2.Check for abnormal transmission noise.
3.Check for smooth quiet gear changes and that
gear selected engages easily.

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.