Hello,

The gear selector cable disconnected from the gearbox on my Freelander 2. AA mechanic got me back on the road temporarily. Used a rubber glove over the ball joint to the gear box and secured the socket from the cable with a tie. see picture.

I understand this won't last long. Currently unable to source a new replacement part (lr072112). Land Rover has confirmed they are currently out of stock, and there's no estimated time of arrival.

Unfortunately, the mechanics I've spoken to are not interested in fitting a salvaged part and have quoted me 3/4 hours of labor for the repair for a new part. I assume this is fair and not a easy job.

I understand many car makes and models, including some Land Rovers, have a gear linkage repair kit. However, it seems there isn't one available for the Freelander 2.

So, my once-reliable Freelander 2, which has served me well for years, is currently off the road until further notice, incapacitated by a plastic socket. Partner, understandably, doesn't want to ferry the toddlers around. Concerned about the risk of break down and getting stuck

Would appreciate any experiences or opinions you have.

On fleabay possibly same as evoque


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/256081264835?ha...R-6pvvWHYw 2013 FL2 XS.
Defender 90 300 TDi.
Defender 90 300 TDi CSW.
1964 MGB Roadster.
1944 Willys MB "Jeep" with bullet holes. (gone)
17 hand Irish Drought Thoroughbred (mostly lame)
Nagging Old Boiler.

I can't see how replacing a cable is a 3 or 4 hour job.
It doesn't look very involved to me. Maybe they're just being cautious or they're over quoting so you will go elsewhere. 2009 Rimini Red SE TD4. Soon to be sold.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate on order.
Gone. 2006 Tonga Green i6 HSE.

When mine went it was a long job and the mechanic said he never wanted to do it again.
It involved taking a lot of interior trim/ console out to get to the gear lever end. Richard M

what does the JLR manual say? Jules

it might be worth looking on amazon at the universal repair kit ,im sure you could adapat some thing,or even make one yourself.the rac carry a horseshoe type clip that ive used on all sorts of linkages.ecp carry a kit but im not sure what its like,you could go there and look at one.

Thanks, that part does appear to be the same. Great to have the option.

I don't have a manual but will look into it. Can't say I am confident based on what's I have read/heard so far.

I am hopeful in finding a universal repair kit. Or something similar for a longer term fix.

Thanks again everyone. appreciate the replies