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

							Maintenance
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EMISSION CONTROL
Your vehicle is fitted with various items of 
emission and evaporative control equipment 
designed to meet specific territorial 
requirements. You should be aware that 
unauthorised replacement, modification or 
tampering with this equipment by an owner or 
repair shop may be unlawful and subject to 
legal penalties.
In addition, engine settings must not be 
tampered with. These have been established to 
ensure that your vehicle complies with 
stringent exhaust emission regulations. 
Incorrect engine settings may adversely affect 
exhaust emissions, engine performance and 
fuel consumption, as well as causing high 
temperatures, which will result in damage to 
the catalytic converter and the vehicle.
Whilst Land Rover North America Inc. 
maintains that an authorised Land Rover 
retailer is best equipped to carry out repairs and 
maintenance on the emission control system, 
such work may be carried out by any competent 
automotive repair shop, or individual, using 
certified parts.
WARNING
Under no circumstances should any part of 
the fuel system be dismantled or replaced by 
anyone other than a suitably qualified motor 
vehicle technician. Failure to comply with this 
instruction may result in fuel spillage with a 
consequent serious risk of fire.
ROAD TESTING DYNAMOMETERS
(‘rolling roads’)
Because your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock 
brakes and permanent four-wheel drive, it is 
essential that any dynamometer testing is 
carried out ONLY by a qualified person familiar 
with the appropriate testing and safety 
procedures, and ONLY on a four-wheel drive 
dynamometer. Contact your Land Rover retailer 
for further information. 
						

							Hood Opening
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H ood  Ope ningOPENING THE HOOD
1.From inside the vehicle on the right hand 
side, pull the hood release handle (see 
illustration).
2.Lift the safety catch lever and raise the 
hood.
3.Unclip the hood support stay.
4.Fit the support stay into the cut-out in the 
underside of the hood.Closing the hood
WARNING
To avoid the hood opening at speed, DO NOT 
drive with the hood retained by the safety 
catch alone.
Replace the support stay in its retaining clip, 
then lower the hood, allowing it to drop for the 
last 12 inches (30 cm) approx.
After closing, check that the lock is fully 
engaged by attempting to lift the front edge of 
the hood. This should be free from all 
movement.
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							Engine Compartment
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En gine  Comp artme nt2.5 GASOLINE ENGINE
1.Power steering reservoir. 
2.Cooling system reservoir.
3.Brake fluid reservoir.
4.Engine oil filler cap.
5.Engine oil dipstick.
6.Washer reservoir.WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, 
while working in the engine compartment, 
ALWAYS observe the safety precautions 
listed under ‘SAFETY IN THE GARAGE’, 
page 149.
MINMAX
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							Engine Oil
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E ngine  OilENGINE OIL
Check the oil level weekly, or every 250 miles 
(400 km). Ideally the oil level should be checked 
with the engine cold and the vehicle resting on 
level ground. If the engine is already warm, then 
wait for at least two minutes after switching off 
before checking the level.
NOTE: Check the engine oil more frequently if 
the vehicle is driven at high speeds for 
prolonged periods.
Oil specification
Use only an approved full synthetic engine oil. 
For approved brands, see‘ENGINES’, page 207.
NOTE: Mixing additives with the engine oil is 
not recommended and could damage the 
engine.
It is essential to use an oil suitable for the 
climatic conditions in which the vehicle is to be 
operated. Oils manufactured to the above 
specification are suitable for use in 
temperatures between -4°F to 86°F (-20°C to 
+30°C). If the ambient temperature falls outside 
these limits, seek advice from your retailer.Oil level check & top-upWARNING
Take care to avoid spilling engine oil onto a 
hot engine - a fire may result! Wipe up any 
spillage immediately.
1.Withdraw the dipstick and wipe the blade 
clean.
2.Slowly insert the dipstick and withdraw 
again to check the level, which should 
NEVER be allowed to fall below the lower 
mark on the dipstick.
3.To top-up, remove the oil filler cap and add 
oil to maintain a level between the upper 
and lower marks on the dipstick. As a 
general guide, if the level on the dipstick 
is:
•nearer to the upper mark than the 
lower, add no oil.
•nearer to the lower mark than the 
upper, add 0.5 US quart (0.5 liter) of 
oil.
•at or below the lower mark, add 1 US 
quart (1 liter) of oil.
4.Wait for five minutes and then recheck the 
level, adding more oil if necessary - DO 
NOT OVERFILL! 
5.Finally, ensure the dipstick and filler cap 
are replaced.
CAUTION: Driving the vehicle with the engine 
oil level ABOVE the upper mark, or BELOW the 
lower mark on the dipstick, can damage the 
engine.
NOTE: If oil consumption seems excessive, 
check the system for leaks and contact your 
retailer.
MINMAX
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							Engine Oil
154
DRAIN & REFILL
Ensure the engine oil is changed at the 
recommended service intervals as specified in 
the Passport to Service book.
NOTE: Under severe operating conditions (i.e. 
regular use in muddy terrain or dusty 
conditions), the engine oil must be changed 
more frequently, even to the extent of a daily 
change. Consult your Land Rover retailer for 
guidance.
Used engine oil
WARNING
Prolonged contact with used engine oil can 
cause serious skin disorders, including 
dermatitis and cancer of the skin. Wear 
protective clothing if possible and ALWAYS 
wash thoroughly after contact.
It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses 
or soil with toxic chemicals such as used 
engine oil. Use authorised waste disposal sites 
to dispose of used oil and toxic chemicals.
Removing the underbelly panel
Before it is possible to drain the engine oil 
and/or replace the oil filter, the underbelly panel 
beneath the engine must be removed.The underbelly panel is held in position by 14 
screws and bolts. These are best removed in 
the following order:
1.Remove the 2 screws securing bumper 
valance to underbelly panel brackets.
2.Remove the 4 screws securing wheel arch 
liners to bumper valance.
3.Remove the 2 bolts securing the rear of 
the underbelly panel.
4.Remove the 6 bolts securing the 
underbelly panel frame.
Drain
With the engine warm (to assist oil drainage) 
and the vehicle parked on firm, level ground, 
remove the filler cap and position a container of 
suitable size (at least 5.5 US quarts or 5.2 liters) 
under the drain plug, in the bottom of the sump.
Remove the drain plug and sealing washer and 
allow the engine oil to drain into the container.
WARNING
Oil from the engine can be very hot, to avoid 
harmful burns, take care when removing the 
drain plug.
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							Engine Oil
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Refill
Clean the oil drain plug and its mating surface 
on the engine sump. Fit the drain plug, 
complete with a new sealing washer and tighten 
to 18 lbf.ft (25 Nm).
Refill the engine with fresh oil, suitable for the 
climatic conditions in which the vehicle is to be 
operated and confirming strictly to the 
specification, see ‘CAPACITIES’, page 210.
DO NOT overfill the engine! Remember that a 
little oil will always remain in the engine after 
draining and that, therefore, the quantity of oil 
required to refill the engine will be slightly less 
than the full capacity quoted, see ‘CAPACITIES’, 
page 210.
After filling, allow a few minutes to elapse 
before checking the level on the dipstick (this 
will allow all the oil to drain into the sump and 
enable a true reading to be obtained). Once the 
correct level of oil is shown on the dipstick, 
replace the filler cap.
Start and run the engine. Do not rev the engine 
until the oil pressure warning light 
extinguishes. Check for oil leaks around the 
drain plug.
Stop the engine, wait a few minutes, then check 
the oil level and top up if necessary.
Finally, replace the underbelly panel.OIL FILTER RENEWAL
It is assumed that oil filter renewal will take 
place at the same time as oil drain and refill and 
that the underbelly panel will, therefore, already 
have been removed.
1.Clean the area around the filter head and 
place a suitable container beneath the 
engine.
2.Using a strap wrench, or similar tool, 
unscrew the filter anti-clockwise and 
discard it. 
3.Smear the seal of the new filter with clean 
engine oil.
4.Fit the new filter and tighten clockwise 
until the bowl seats, then tighten a further 
half turn. Use hand force only, DO NOT 
overtighten. 
5.Start and run the engine. Do not rev the 
engine until the oil pressure warning light 
extinguishes. Check for oil leaks around 
the filter and drain plug.
6.Stop the engine, wait a few minutes, then 
check the oil level and top up if necessary.
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							Air Cleaner
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Air CleanerAIR CLEANER ELEMENT RENEWAL
Renewing the air cleaner element at the 
recommended service intervals (see your 
‘Passport to Service book’), is extremely 
important. However, to maintain optimum 
engine performance under dusty operating 
conditions, more frequent renewal will be 
necessary. Consult your Land Rover retailer for 
guidance.
Removing the engine cover
1.Loosen the clip and disconnect the fresh 
air intake hose from the side of the engine 
cover (see left inset to illustration).
2.Loosen the clip and disconnect the air 
intake and bypass hose from the throttle 
body (see right inset to illustration).
3.Release the two turnbuckle fastenings that 
secure the front of the engine cover 
(arrowed in main illustration).
4.Release the retaining strap at the rear of 
the engine cover and remove the cover.Renewing the air cleaner element
With the engine cover turned upside down, 
remove the screws securing the heat shield to 
the underside of the engine cover. This will 
provide access to the air cleaner cartridge.
Remove the two screws securing the air cleaner 
cartridge to the engine cover, then release the 
cartridge and remove the air cleaner element.
Before fitting a new element, clean the inside of 
the air cleaner cartridge.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always fit a NEW element; under no 
circumstances should a contaminated 
element be cleaned and used again.
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							Spark Plugs
157
S park PlugsSPARK PLUG REMOVE & REFIT
Spark plug removal
1.Disconnect the battery earth cable.
2.Remove the engine acoustic cover (see 
‘Removing the engine cover’, page 156).
3.Carefully noting the relative fitting 
positions, release the locking clips and 
disconnect the multiplugs from the plug 
top coils.
4.Remove the six bolts securing the plug top 
coils to the camshaft cover and remove 
the coils.
5.Use a suitable spark plug wrench to 
remove the plugs from both cylinder 
heads.
Refitting the plugs
When refitting, take care not to cross-thread the 
spark plugs, otherwise costly damage to the 
cylinder head will result.Fit only plugs of the type recommended by 
Land Rover (see ‘ENGINES’, page 207) and 
tighten to a torque of 18 lbf.ft (25 Nm). Please 
note that fitting incorrect grades of plug may 
lead to engine failure and serious damage.
Refitting the high tension (H.T.) leads
1.Connect the plug leads, ensuring that they 
are replaced in the correct relationship to 
each other. Failure to maintain the correct 
plug lead connections, will result in a 
misfire and possible damage to the 
catalytic converter.
2.Refit the plug top coils to the spark plugs.
3.Refit the bolts securing the plug top coils 
to the camshaft covers and tighten to 
6.5 lbf.ft (9 Nm).
4.Reconnect the multiplugs to the plug top 
coils and secure with the locking clips.
5.Refit the engine cover and then the battery 
earth cable.
CAUTION: To ensure the correct firing order (1, 
6, 5, 4, 3, 2), the high tension leads must be 
replaced in the correct relationship to each 
other.
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							Cooling System
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Co olin g S ystemCOOLANT CHECK & TOP-UP
WARNING
NEVER remove the filler cap when the engine 
is hot - escaping steam or scalding water 
could cause serious personal injury.
Unscrew the filler cap slowly, allowing the 
pressure to escape before removing 
completely.
Avoid spilling anti-freeze onto a hot engine - 
a fire may result.
CAUTION: DO NOT overfill the reservoir and 
NEVER run the engine without coolant.
The coolant level in the expansion tank should 
be checked at least weekly (more frequently in 
high mileage or arduous operating conditions). 
Always check the level WHEN THE SYSTEM IS 
COLD and with the vehicle resting on level 
ground.
If it is necessary to remove the filler cap before 
the system has fully cooled, loosen the cap 
slowly, allowing the air pressure to escape 
gradually.
Top-up with a 50% mixture of anti-freeze and 
water (see ‘Coolant specification’, page 159) so 
that the surface of the coolant is level with the 
‘MAX’ indicator on the side of the tank. CAUTION: DO NOT add rust inhibitors or other 
additives to the coolant - these may not be 
compatible with the coolant or engine 
components.
CAUTION: Anti-freeze will damage painted 
surfaces: Soak up any spillage with an 
absorbent cloth immediately and wash the area 
with a mixture of car shampoo and water.
CAUTION: Never top up with salt water. Even 
when travelling in territories where the water 
supply contains salt, always carry a supply of 
fresh (rain or distilled) water.
If the coolant level has fallen appreciably, 
suspect leakage or overheating and arrange for 
your retailer to examine the vehicle. 
If the cooling system is to be topped-up before 
the vehicle is to be left undriven over the winter, 
mix the anti-freeze and water together 
thoroughly BEFORE adding it to the cooling 
system.
Ensure the cap is tightened fully after top-up is 
completed.
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							Cooling System
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ANTI-FREEZE
WARNING
Anti-freeze is poisonous and can be fatal if 
swallowed - keep containers sealed and out 
of the reach of children. If accidental 
consumption is suspected, seek medical 
attention immediately.
Prevent anti-freeze coming in contact with the 
skin or eyes. If this occurs, rinse immediately 
with plenty of water.
Anti-freeze contains important corrosion 
inhibitors. The anti-freeze content of the 
coolant must be maintained at 50% ± 5% all 
year round (not just in cold conditions). To 
ensure that the anti-corrosion properties of the 
coolant are retained, the anti-freeze content 
should be checked once a year (regardless of 
mileage) and completely renewed every 3 years 
or 36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever is the 
sooner. Failure to do so may cause corrosion of 
the radiator and engine components.
The specific gravity of a 50% anti-freeze 
solution at 68°F (20°C) is 1.075 and protects 
against frost down to -33°F (-36°C).Coolant specification
Use ONLY Havolene Extended Life Coolant 
(XLC) or any ethylene glycol anti-freeze 
(containing no methanol) with only Organic 
Acid Technology (OAT) corrosion inhibitors.
In an emergency - and only if this type of 
anti-freeze is unavailable - top-up the cooling 
system with clean water, but be aware of the 
resultant reduction in frost protection. DO NOT 
top-up or refill with conventional anti-freeze 
formulations. If in doubt consult a Land Rover 
retailer.