Land Rover Freelander 2003my Owners Handbook 2nd Edition Nas Rover

Fuses
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Checking or renewing a fuse
Always turn the starter switch to position ‘O’ 
and switch off the affected electrical circuit 
before removing a fuse.
WARNING
To prevent a possible fire or damage to the 
electrical system, fit only replacement fuses 
of the same rating and type. Do not replace a 
blown fuse with a fuse of a higher amperage 
rating. Always rectify the cause of the failure 
before replacing a fuse. Seek qualified 
assistance if necessary.
Press the fuse removal tweezers onto the...

Fuses
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Fuse specifications
Fuse numberRating (amps)Circuits protected
1 15 Rear windshield washers, heated mirrors
2 15 Stop lights, reversing lights
3 20 Windshield wash/wipe
4 25 Heater blower
510Starter motor
6 10 Engine management
7 5 Anti-lock brakes
8 15 Direction indicators
9 15 Audio system
10 15
Cigar lighter
*
11 10 Audio system
12 15
Sunroof
*
13 20 Electric accessories socket
14 10 Interior lights, clock, electric mirrors, diagnostic socket
15 20 Central door locking
16 10 Sidelights - RH...

Fuses
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
WARNING
Batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas; 
ensure that sparks, flames and other ignition 
sources are kept away from the engine 
compartment.
The engine compartment fuse box is located on 
the left side of the engine compartment.Press the catch (arrowed in illustration) to 
release the cover.
Information on the underside of the cover 
identifies the fuses and their ratings. This 
information is also listed in the table below.
NOTE: Owners are advised against...

Fuses
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SUPPLEMENTARY FUSE BOX*
WARNING
Batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas; 
ensure that sparks, flames and other ignition 
sources are kept away from the engine 
compartment.
An additional, supplementary fuse box is fitted 
to some vehicles, containing fuses for the 
heated front windshield.
The fuse values are shown below.
Fuse specification for vehicles with a heated front windshield
H3959
Fuse numberRating (amps)Circuit protected
1 30 LH heated front windshield
2 30 RH heated front windshield
3...

Bulb Replacement
194
Bu lb  Rep lace mentREPLACING BULBS
Check the operation of all exterior lights before 
you use the vehicle.Replacement bulbs
NOTE: All bulbs must be rated at 12 volts
IMPORTANT
Before replacing a bulb, always switch off 
the starter switch and appropriate lighting 
switch to prevent any possibility of a short 
circuit. Only replace bulbs with the same 
type and specification.
Halogen bulbs
Halogen bulbs are used for headlight 
dipped and main beams. This type of bulb 
may shatter in...

Bulb Replacement
195
HEADLIGHT AND SIDELIGHT
The headlight and sidelight bulbs can be 
accessed from within the engine compartment.
1.Turn the circular plastic cover a quarter 
turn anti-clockwise and pull rearwards to 
remove. 
2.Detach the electrical connector from the 
rear of the bulb.
3.Unhook the wire securing clip (arrowed in 
small inset) and pivot it away from the rear 
of the bulb.
4.Remove the bulb.
NOTE: When fitting the new bulb, ensure 
that the larger of the rectangular metal 
tabs is...

Bulb Replacement
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FRONT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The front direction indicator lights are reached 
through an access panel in the wheel arch liner. 
To release the panel:
1.Push the center pin of the fixing into the 
fixing (as condition ‘B’ in upper inset).
2.Prise the fixing from the access panel.
3.Push the tab at the top of the access panel 
upwards (as arrowed in main illustration). 
This will enable the panel to be removed.
4.Reach into the recess and turn the bulb 
holder anti-clockwise to remove....

Bulb Replacement
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SIDE MARKER LIGHTS (front and rear)
Push the lens firmly towards the front of the 
vehicle to release the light unit from the 
bumper. Withdraw the light unit and twist the 
bulb holder anti-clockwise to release it from the 
lens. Pull the bulb from its socket.
When replacing, locate the metal spring 
(arrowed in illustration) end of the light unit into 
the aperture in the bumper, and push against 
spring pressure to enable the light unit to be 
refitted.
REAR LIGHT CLUSTER...

Bulb Replacement
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REAR BUMPER MOUNTED LIGHTS
(Rear direction indicator & tail/stop 
lights)
Remove the two Torx (size 20) screws securing 
the light unit to the rear bumper. Withdraw the 
unit from the bumper.
Twist the appropriate bulb holder 
anti-clockwise to release from the light unit, 
then twist the bulb to remove from the holder.
HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT
To gain access to the light unit, the taildoor 
glass needs to be lowered (see ‘ELECTRIC 
TAILDOOR GLASS’, page 72).
Remove the 3 screws...

Bulb Replacement
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NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
Remove both screws to release the light unit. 
Withdraw the light unit from its surround.
Twist the appropriate bulb holder 
anti-clockwise to release, then pull the bulb 
from the holder to remove.
FRONT COURTESY & MAP READING 
LIGHTS 
Front courtesy light
Insert a small, flat-bladed screwdriver into the 
indent on one side of the center lens (arrowed 
in illustration). Prise the center lens from the 
light unit, then pull the bulb from the clips.
H2362A
H4325