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Message |
 Transmission issues - Possible rear diff fail |
mgwanderer
 7th Mar 2017 10:54 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 33 · Views: 21041 · Subject: Transmission issues - Possible rear diff fail |
| Have you spoken to Austen at Bell engineering, he is very helpful and also very knowledgeable on the Freelander drive train. If nothing else he will point you in the right direction and can supply re- ... |
| Red Warning Light |
mgwanderer
7th Mar 2017 10:12 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 11 · Views: 4165 · Subject: Red Warning Light |
I think it is the red flashing alarm light, that's the only one with nothing on !!!!
http://topix.landrover.jlrext.com/topix/content/document/view?id=60644&groupId=1655 |
| What have I done? |
mgwanderer
22nd Feb 2017 6:33 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 11 · Views: 5105 · Subject: What have I done? |
| MMM you could be right, I assumed that as Dorsetfreelander was in the UK that his anecdote would relate to a RHD car. Still can't fathom why they did not put an emergency key slot on each side though. ... |
| Reduced Engine power mode - Turbo Overboost |
mgwanderer
22nd Feb 2017 6:28 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 18 · Views: 21471 · Subject: Reduced Engine power mode - Turbo Overboost |
| In my experience we are missing the real mechanic with experience and general know how. The people appear to be trained to plug in the computer and follow its instruction (therefore start with the tur ... |
| Transmission Fault, Traction Reduced but no fault codes... |
mgwanderer
1st Feb 2017 10:03 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 16 · Views: 12900 · Subject: Transmission Fault, Traction Reduced but no fault codes... |
I agree but I found Austen very reasonable in comparison with main dealers.
I have no connection with him ( I live in Belgium) but it was worthwhile me driving to UK to have the repair done
Cliv ... |
| Transmission Fault, Traction Reduced but no fault codes... |
mgwanderer
1st Feb 2017 2:59 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 16 · Views: 12900 · Subject: Transmission Fault, Traction Reduced but no fault codes... |
Mikey,
I'm no expert but it could be something like the haldex filter or haldex motor. Give Austen at Bell Engineering a call as he is very knowledgeable on this subject.
Mine gave the sa ... |
| Transmission Fault, Traction Reduced but no fault codes... |
mgwanderer
1st Feb 2017 12:50 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 16 · Views: 12900 · Subject: Transmission Fault, Traction Reduced but no fault codes... |
Mikey,
how does this happen, when does this happen, I get the idea that the fault is intermittent???? |
| Wheel wobble whilst braking |
mgwanderer
30th Dec 2016 11:27 am
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Forum: Maintenance & Modifications · Replies: 10 · Views: 4370 · Subject: Wheel wobble whilst braking |
Had this on a transit and it turned out to be worn front suspension bushes. Totally different suspension though (leaf springs!)
Took several months and three dealers to diagnose.
Ah ok a Model &qu ... |
| Still searching for fault in ATCM |
mgwanderer
2nd Dec 2016 7:23 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 1 · Views: 1582 · Subject: Still searching for fault in ATCM |
Ok the latest update and thread completion...
In frustration called Austen at Bell Engineering who was extremely helpful.
Drove from Belgium to their garage close to Birmingham and now the car i ... |
| Removing fuel Filter (2.2 Diesel) |
mgwanderer
17th Nov 2016 6:33 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 6 · Views: 5561 · Subject: Removing fuel Filter (2.2 Diesel) |
Hi Bob,
thanks for the comment but fuel filter was replaced at the beginning of the year and if the movements of removing it were to cause loose particles then the bumps I ride over would loo ... |
| Removing fuel Filter (2.2 Diesel) |
mgwanderer
17th Nov 2016 8:07 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 6 · Views: 5561 · Subject: Removing fuel Filter (2.2 Diesel) |
As promised the final update for this saga:
Fuel filter removed (care taken not to loose too much diesel)
Blue wire repaired
Fuel filter replaced and car started and ran with no problems
T ... |
| Sat Nav! Ole! |
mgwanderer
15th Nov 2016 5:14 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 7 · Views: 4978 · Subject: Sat Nav! Ole! |
Whats wrong with Belgium????  |
| to Refurb Pete |
mgwanderer
8th Nov 2016 3:04 pm
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Forum: Off Topic · Replies: 0 · Views: 1078 · Subject: to Refurb Pete |
Pete,
just a quick thank you for the info on the blue wire to the alternator, it saved me a fortune I think. Tried sending a PM but you didn't open it.
https://www.freel2.com/gallery/albums/us ... |
| Battery Light On |
mgwanderer
8th Nov 2016 2:59 pm
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 5 · Views: 6892 · Subject: Battery Light On |
Ok, wire repaired and re-plugged in alternator, fuel filter replaced and secured (did not bleed system, thanks dave)
Car started. no ignition light, left to run for 15mins, still no ignition light, ... |
| Battery Light On |
mgwanderer
8th Nov 2016 10:17 am
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Forum: Technical · Replies: 5 · Views: 6892 · Subject: Battery Light On |
Ok guys,
after searching in the forums I found an entry by REFURB PETE about a blue wire from the alternator causing the battery light problem so I decided to investigate.
This is what I ... |
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