Car cooling system repair Land Rover Freelander 2

Inspection and testing of the cooling system
CAUTION: Diagnosis by substituting a component from another vehicle is NOT allowed. The substitution of control units does not guarantee confirmation of the fault and, moreover, may cause additional...

Table of fault signs
Symptom Possible reason Action Loss of coolant Hoses Hose connections Radiator coolant pump heater radiator Gaskets Cracks in engine castings Cylinder block rod plugs Switch to PINPOINT TEST A Engine...

DTC Fault Code Index
NOTE: If a control module or one of the components is suspected and the vehicle is still under manufacturer's warranty, refer to the warranty manual before installing a new module/component (section...

Pinpoint tests
Pinpoint test A: loss of coolant A1: visual inspection Visually check if there is a loss of coolant. Perform a system pressure test. See element checks described in this section. Is there a leak in...

Checks of elements of the cooling system
Cooling system pressure test WARNING: Do not, under any circumstances, remove the sealed cap of the coolant expansion tank while the engine is running. To avoid scalding yourself with hot water or...

Drain/fill coolant and bleed
1. Put the car on a lift. 2. Set heater controls to maximum. 3. Remove the expansion tank cap. WARNING: Do not remove the coolant expansion tank cap while the system is hot, as steam or coolant...

Draining and vacuum filling the cooling system
WARNING: To avoid scalding yourself from hot coolant or steam, take extra care when removing the coolant expansion tank seal when the cooling system is warm. Allow the engine to cool, then wrap a...

Removal and installation of the thermostat
Removing 1. Disconnect the battery ground wire. Refer to procedure: Specifications (414-00 Charging system - General information, Specifications). 2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Procedure:...

Coolant pump
CAUTION: The crankshaft or camshafts must not be rotated with the timing belt removed. NOTE: The description of the removal procedure in this manual may include installation steps. Removing 1. Remove...

Removal and installation of a radiator
Removing All vehicles 1. Raise and support the vehicle. WARNING: Place secure stands under the vehicle. 2. Remove the motor and cooling fan shroud. Refer to Procedure: Cooling Fan (303-03B Engine...

Cooling system fan
Removing 1. 2. 3. 4. Set aside and secure the air conditioning pipes (A/C). 5. CAUTION: Note how the hoses and lines are routed. Installation Install the elements in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Expansion tank of the cooling system
WARNING: When relieving pressure in the cooling system, wrap the expansion tank cap with a thick cloth. Removing 1. Tightening torque: 10 Nm 2. Clamp the appropriate hose to minimize coolant loss. 3....

Engine coolant level sensor
NOTE: The description of the removal procedure may contain a description of the installation steps. Removing 1. Tightening torque: 10 Nm Installation When installing, follow the removal procedure in...