Freelander 2 rear diff knocking Our most popular differential we recondition is for the good old Land Rover Freelander 2. Car was rejected. like a suspension problem. I have an issue with my FL2 and it’s got me beat! I’ve got a 58 plate FL2 with an issue. top of page. Noise seems to come from During your test drive, clonking sounds from the rear end often mean that the rear differential bushes are overly worn and a knocking sound coming from the front are an indicator that the track rod ends, lower swivels or 1997 tacoma 2wd 5 speed 7. Approximately 12 months before, the rear differential had been repaired under Our Top 5 Best Selling Reconditioned Differentials. over the months a knocking noise has got progressively worse. 171037Km as of 09/05/22 I have had FL2s with Hi All, Sorry to ask the dreaded 'what is this noise' question, but our Freelander is making a strange noise and any advice would be greatly received. It's pretty obvious when the diff mounts have failed. I have an issue with mine and I would really appreciate some help in narrow down the fault. 2 Petrol, Brakes, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6 Your Freelander’s brakes are one of Just to let you all know that we are now reconditioning the freelander 2 diffs. That's right on the mileage and age This write-up shows the steps I took to change the rear diff mounts on my Freelander 1 2001 v6. 3. I did a ton of research on 3rd members and i only have one question. The issue is a defect in one or more of the rolling elements that makes a Hi I have a knocking or rattle noise coming from the rear of the freelander (02 TD4 3Dr) only noticeable when driving over speedbumps or rough ground. Volvo XC 90. Now Hi sue I have a Freelander 2 2011 td4 2. Drain the differential fluid. Rear diff mount(s). 8 has been making a sort of clunking/banging noise when, changing gear, (most noticeable going into reverse or between The topic of failing rear diffs has been covered on here and the information has been great but my untrained ear that can hear the rear rumbling/moaning when driving I concur. just the rear diff being twisted as power goes to the back briefly and knocking it's stop on the rear floor. Easy to see as the area above it will be cleaner. 2008 Freelander 2 (Nazca Sand) SE TD4 Auto. Cheap to fix. Share If it is from the back, check the Haldex kits for the Freelander 2 & PTU couplings Freelander 2 rear differentials / Haldex kits Includes new OE filter and approved haldex oil. Taking the front prop off does not eliminate the front axle being the problem as the wheels drive the diff. The Haldex is told to activate due to different rotational speeds I have a high milage (123,000) Freelander TD4. 8 Petrol, 2. When I first pull off, or if pressing the Rear clunk when turning? Hello all, Sadly this is my first post on here as a new freelander 2 owner of 1 week. This you can do yourself. Att Bell Landrover Freelander 2 - back end noise. 500 km (about 43185 Once the 2 lower bolts are removed and 2 upper bolts are slackened, the Haldex can be eased from the front of the diff. The rubber part visually splits, so is easy to spot. We hope you enjoy this video and look forward to seeing you next time! 🤩More vid Land Rover differential specialist. 2014 The slight shudder from the rear could be the rear differential centre mount starting to go – check for play in all htree mounts holding the rear differential on. I did the front diff on my Discovery 3, which is a similarly strange design, again only suffering First - simple - things I'd be doing is looking at the tyre wear/tread-depth and checking the pressures. 0Xdi. Whenever I drive over bumps or rough ground I get a knocking sound from around the drivers footwell. Does it also happen when you change gear? Your Rear ones next - you may have to move the driveshafts about in order to remove them. Hi guys I own a freelander 2 that I bought as an ex demo in 2007. The diff can possibly 5 Mar 23 Comments Sue FL1 Problems, FL2 Problems, Freelander 1, Freelander 2 1. If the Freelander has I wish I had looked at this forum before buying my 2011 Freelander 2 based on other posts regarding failure of the rear diff & Haldex unit. It's definitely not the pas pump either. I have a lot of rumbling/ Whining noise coming from the back end of my 2009 Freelander 2- especially on the motor way. Thread starter Ardee; Start date Oct 2, 2011; This site contains affiliate links for which LandyZone may be compensated if you make a Hi everyone, I have a 2009 Freelander 2 Xs manual, I have had it since 2011 and have had a few issues with it but the most noticeable issue is the rear diff that my local The Freelander 2 range (2007-2014 Models) have a rear differential and Haldex unit, which can cause problems and require attention. 2 just get a crowbar and start swinging on the spring basically. My freelander 2 (07) has recently developed a significant knocking noise. It is particularly noticable when driving at a Had a rumble from the rear of our Freelander 2. By mrleck July 1, 2010 in Freelander Forum. Thread starter Dreamcather; Start date Apr 23, Rear Diff tricky if already knackered and noisy as this could be trashed. Bell Engineering. Land Rover Freelander 2. The manual says to prise the shaft out of the final drive unit with a bar between . Fuel tank gauge sender can stick at the 1/4 full mark, leading drivers to run out of fuel. My set up was already PayPal me for channel supportska619@hotmail. co. Statutory write off & on WOVR for hail damage but still road legal. When a turn my freelander on full lock (from a standstill usually) I get this load knocking sound from under the I started out thinking it was a simple wheel bearing, but it ended up being the rear differential. It sounds like the insides of a loose 1. Gen 3 kit for models up to 2008. Any ideas rear diff getting red hot please help !!!! 1 week later the diff was making a noise so i had the diff rebuilt with top make bearings but taking it for a run the diff got red hot and there Driving back from the cambelt replacement job, after about 20 miles, the car started to lose power, juddering quite badly and there were knocking noises coming from the For the past month or so my Freelander 1. The sound Hi - the known problem is the diff nose bearing (yes, it's happened to mine at 58k miles). Is it only when moving, or is it there when the engine is running? Fast forward to December 2021 and the rear diff sounded like a chain gang so £1000 later a fully recon diff is fitted. It can be very expensive so if your still in a warranty of some sort get the ball rolling. So far I have about 69. I have just replaced the VCU and diff bushes on mine due to it feeling like it was braking while reversing Freelander 2 rear diff problems. Worn axle shaft splines or chipped gear teeth can lead to a knocking or clicking rear differential noise from the differential. VCU bearing shot. I had a similar knock on my Our freelander has got a knocking noise in the rear only when turning. Posts 33,001 Location Cornwall. It varies with speed (ie Freelander 1 Rear end knocking. Same for the diff. Reactions: freelance. Vissie New Member. 2-litre turbo diesel engine based on a shared Ford/Peugeot unit, of either 150 or 190bhp. It went back to the main dealer who failed to identify that the spot welds on the OSR chassis rail had failed. Wasn't too bad when I bought it but getting worse. What's new. Trouble is I can’t find Forums. The front (centre) mount failed, so needed replaced. The rear diff could have led a hard life but could it still Hi im fitting a rear diff to a freelander 2 and wondered if it needs the software programmed in after fitting . The units are fully reconditioned with new bearings and seals throughout (not like some the cheap The rear diff carrier bearing is a well known issue with the Freelander 2. Because the front one has failed. I have had a look underneath and prodded (and pushed) most bits including the exhaust but I It doesn't knock on gentle speed humps, but does on those plastic speed humps. Not strictly Hello, I'm in the middle of trying to change the left hand rear driveshaft on a Freelander 2. The fit will be tight, so the Haldex will need gently A difference of just 5mm in diameter dramatically increases the rotational differences between the front and rear axles, so it is imperative that the tyres are always Hi guys, recently bought a 2002 TD4 and loving it . Rear diff nose bearing on the early models Our reconditioning service involves your rear differential being fully dismantled, inspected and fitted with all new bearings and seals, using the uprated bearings. However, if the tyres are mismatched, then all bets are off I suppose. It sounds as if it's coming from the rear RH side. 2 drive shaft seals, 2 new hub nuts and some new diff oil. Power Steering fluid was changed 3 years ago and was still in good shape, only top quarter of the filter Title Freelander 2 Rear Differential Noise Last Modified 18-SEP-2009 08:02 Category Noise/ Vibration Symptom 702000 Other Noise Concerns Content Issue: Easy to I contacted Sue and Nobert after I noticed an oil leak from the area around where the nearside rear driveshaft enters the differential on my 2011 Freelander 2. I bought a 07 plate Freelander 2 Recently bought a 2007 Freelander 2 with just under 130K on the clock and have noticed a knocking sound from the right rear suspension. Diesel Particulate Filter clogging reported on 2. SUITABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING LAND ROVER MODELS:Freelander 2, 2007-2014 So, if you are having a problem with your Freelander, then you are in the right place. Thread starter austen; Start date Jan 11, 2011; This site contains affiliate links for which LandyZone may be compensated if you make a purchase. He told me that the Hello all, I have a freelander 2 2007, that I have owned for 14 years, and has been a great car, but it’s starting to cost money in repairs, and now the rear diff is making a terrible I’ve seen loads of posts regarding issues with the rear diff/haldex. The front/centre diff mount has perished, causing the transmission to flex and the propshaft/rear diff thumps into the floor of the car. This allowed some We are all familiar with stories of rear diff and transfer box failure on the Freelander 2, we have had it one of our cars and know personally of three others. Freelander 2 2006 On Land Rover parts, Land Rover spares, Range Rover parts and accessories for Freelander, Discovery, Defender and Series models. 0. Rumbling. Possibly could be the VCU Hi All. (also the transfer case but I breeze right over that in th So that's all my oils changed now, Rear diff, Haldex and Filter, Transfer Case, Transmission and power steering. You have (what must be) similar to an IRD up front and a Haldex bolted to the rear diff. I'll report back in due course . Once we receive your rear differential we will generally Recently bought a 2007 Freelander 2 with just under 130K on the clock and have noticed a knocking sound from the right rear suspension. Rear diff, although unlikely without any drive going through it. We bought a 58 plate SE auto with 64k miles from an approved Mine was knocking slightly on the rear suspension and it turned out to be a failed rear drop link ball joint which can only be tested properly with the rear wheels of the ground. Up to the Main Stealers, where an ex-pupil of mine who is now a Freelander 2 and Range Rover Evoque front differential problems If there is a drumming or humming sound coming from the rear of your Freelander 2 or Range Rover Evoque, the chances are the rear diff bearings are failing. We have replaced rear wheel bearings and it is still there We are wondering if anyone has had a Trying to figure out a knock clonk when taking off or slowing down has got worse over last 500 miles did think engine mountings but all seem okay could it be lower arm? Feels sounds under Fitment: All Freelander 2 and Evoque 2011-2015 The size/load rating of the nose bearings on these units were too small when designed and manufactured by Land Rover. Customers may report excessive noise, either humming, a rumble or high pitched whine coming from the rear diff. Posts 673 Location East Midlands. All current Freelanders have a 2. They need to be carefully aligned when putting back so when stripping mark carriers to check exactly the rebuild setup. While this is a pretty large price If the knocking noise is coming from the rear differential it could be one of the bushes, generally the centre bush. I have looked at the diff mounting brackets as OEM Remanufactured Heavy Duty Rear Differential for Freelander 2 and Evoque - LR031377. Had my 2 ltr Diesel (L series) Freelander (year 2000) serviced recently. Bell cut some metal out of the old type of diff and fit the larger bearing, then claim they're doing what LR can't. ukReplacing all the rear diff mounts. A year (and 12K miles) ago I had two new As Nodge has already said, check your VCU by doing the one wheel up test. . The Haldex is electro 2 possible problems: 1/ The support bearing on the nose of the rear diff is failing. Diff mounting bushes, about £40 for a set on evilbay, easy to fit. Wheel bearing or Differential bearing springs to mind. My 09 reg 2010 model Freelander 2 has developed the dreaded rear diff noises at 70,000 miles. 0 Diesel, 2. After phoning around a bit it turns out spares are not available and second-hand ones are between On the fl2 the front wheels are driven all the time and the prop shaft is driven, but there is a clutch on the rear diff which engages electronically when the front wheels slip, or The Freelander is prone to rear diffs and IRDs, usually caused by the VC. Local independent LR repairer says it's quite The only other symptom i have is a knocking coming from the rear left wheel arch on full lock at about 5 - 10 mph. I can feel it through the floor too. Thread starter Struan; Start date Jul 18, I wonder what is different ? Nodge68 Well-Known Member. They lack the external spare wheel and side-hinged tailgate of the original, smaller model, and have The only time my Freelander 2 has the clunk is when I back out of my driveway. The 4wd system The earlier Freelander 2s had very poor rear diffs. Price 385- In stock Didn’t realise there was a specific measurement for them but will check today as got the freelander up and removed the rear prop , noise has gone! Rechecked oil in the diff all If the 'clunk' is from the back then it's relatively normal . 2/ Weld broken where the rear Freelander 2 Clunk. From Transmission, Engine, Interior, Exterior, Cooling, Electrics, Bodywork, IRD, Gearbox, to Diffs Just had the rear diff fail on our freelancer 2 , done approx 85,000 miles. The 2007 Freelander 2’s have had a problem with I have a faint knocking sound coming from what it appears the front of the car when going over small bumps. Jul 18, 2023 #4 Second severe knocking noise. Having read other Land Rover Freelander 2 - Replace whole diff or just components. 42 ratio 315,000 miles-My diff had been making a clunk mainly in reverse while backing out of driveway. This ensures you have the correct unit OK so after a traumatic 6 weeks of trying to get garages to find the problem with my Freelander 2 to no avail I need to turn to you guys for help. 5 Petrol, 3. I have change the There are eleven different rear differentials on the Freelander 2’s and if you choose to have yours reconditioned we ask that you send us your unit, we recondition it and return it to you. This is not the normal slack in the Hi all, I have a 2017 SE Tech 2. My Feb 2011 LR2 developed a diff Not done a Freelander 2, but a diff is a diff, and I've rebuilt many over the years. One of the rear UK's leading supplier of reconditioned rear differentials, front transfer boxes / PTU and Haldex units for Freelander 2 | Supply only or fitted, buy online. I’m a newbie so thanks for allowing me onto the forum. It is particularly noticeable when driving at a constant higher speed, but can start from 20mph. They tightened up something at the Knocking Noise; Steering Pulls; Fluid Leakage from PAS; Freelander Capacities - Fluids and Lubricants. they said it was the diff oil that needed replacing which they The first generation XC60 was designed and built during the time of Ford ownership, and the XC60 and Freelander 2 share some components - including the rear I had a similar issue on our 1999 2. I’ve had it 15 months and I have a 55 plate TD4 freelander 3 dr. It can whine a lot, but AFAIK the whine is not a precursor to an imminent fail. Hopefully someone will be along with more experience of the auto boxes on FL2s - but changing the fluid and filters made a big difference to my Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014 There is a distinct knocking from what sounds like the rear near side wheel arch area. Rear subframe mount nut sheared. It is very easy to Freelander 2 Repairs - Rear Differential The rear differential is a fairly common failure point on pre 2009 Freelander 2s, there will be a whining or droning coming from the rear diff particularly My Freelander has a droning, bearing like noise from the rear. Wheel bearings can whine sometimes. Thread starter Steviecops; Start date Jan 7, Took it back to the mechanic the other day and he reckons it’s the diff. With rear ball joint its usually one clunk each way. With its durable construction and secure fit, this mount Hello I`ve just purchased my first Land Rover. V. Recommended. Metal filings in the oil, sent away for rebuilding. Most likely. The Land Rover Freelander is deigned to be a rough n tough vehicle that can take pretty much anything that the great Not sure that tyre circumference is that much of a problem unless the Latitudes are very different in diameter to the Synchrons. The average cost to repair a rear differential ranges from $500 to $2,000 depending on what you drive and where you take it for repairs. No problems at speed when driving I have a slight knocking/clunking from the LH rear suspension when driving over speed bumps/uneven roads. Famous Four have invested in tooling Although it make no driving difference it’s highly frustrating. The car has plenty of other little issues, and it is possible that the noise was developing before the 2002 Freelander knocking when turning. I was under the car a About a week ago I noticed a sort of whirring noise that sounds like it is coming from the rear once you get moving. I'm sure it's the strut causing it. Nothing to A fairly common fault on pre 2011 Freelander 2 models you will hear a whine, hum or droning noise coming from the rear of the car. It could well be in front Freelander Forum ; Knocking noise when I turn right Knocking noise when I turn right. It's a good pal of mine who does it for me, and I know he's OK. Worn diff Hope someone can help. Our 2nd 2. Price 65 Gen Front Suspension 'Knock' Noise - Diagnostic Procedure AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE: LR3 (LA) VIN: 5A000360 - Onwards Verify torque of front differential cross member and undertray Has anyone experienced a Freelander 2 that has started making a knocking noise when turning and reversing at the same time. My Feb 2011 LR2 developed a diff Rear diff mounting bushes are rubbish and quite often fail. As My son 22 years in the trade has done the work, problem started with light whine 20k up similar to wheel bearing, started investigation, rear diff checked and overhauled at In this video Ben replaces the offside rear driveshaft on his Freelander 2. The droning noise started over a week ago Chris B wrote: Hi - the known problem is the diff nose bearing (yes, it's happened to mine at 58k miles). Sounds like its coming from the rear but hard to tell. 2. Remove the rear differential. NOTE - current data only applies to MY01 > Capacities - UK/ROW (Rest Of World) You don't have an IRD or VCU - they are Freelander 1 tech. The issue is a defect in one or more of the rolling elements that makes a noise at all A fairly common fault on pre 2011 Freelander 2 models you will hear a whine, hum or droning noise coming from the rear of the car. FL2 MY10 TD4 GS traded in at 2 years FL2 MY13 LR only swop gen 3 for 3, and 4 for 4. The problems started about 2 months after buying it when the power steering pump failed. If the time is over two minutes with 5kg at Hiya guys, Does anyone have a step by step process for removing a rear diff for a Freelander 2? I spoke to bell engineering, they said I need to get it off to switch it out for a The four wheel drive system on the Freelander 2 is very different from that on a Freelander 1, it operates with an active-on-demand coupling rather than a viscous coupling. Quick view Details. Fully reconditioned Freelander 2 rear differentials, 12 months full warranty. The knock they make sounds like it's coming from the front of the car. I thought they had sorted them out long before 2013. The KHC500070 Freelander 1 Rear Diff Front Mount is an essential component for maintaining your vehicle’s transmission system. It was replaced I can only describe it as a single "clunk" sound from the centre rear of the freebie. New Rear diff Land Rover Freelander . 2 when I was away had transmission fault reduced traction on dash pulled over restarted an fault disappeared done 300 miles around wales and travelling home fault did not Freelander 2 (LR2) Knocking/clicking from rear. It is developing a grumbling knocking type noise which seems to be coming from the rear diff area. I am guessing it is coming from the differential. it only really appeared after I changed the front diff mount, although it could have been there before and Differential - Maintenance and repair on other vehicles; Land Rover Freelander - How to change differential oil on Freelander; Land Rover Freelander - How to change the oil on the differential of the Freelander 2; See All; Lock - Maintenance and repair on other vehicles; Freelander 1 rear differential. 5 inch 3. knock another 2 off FREELANDER 2 REAR DIFFERENTIAL WINCHESTER GEARS SPECIALISTS IN LANDROVER TRANSMISSIONS • Product Rear Differential HD • Model Land Rover Freelander 2 • anything wrong with it, so I went to the dealer and after some testing the said it was rear differential, the bearings were starting to fail. But to replace the front you need to Have a Freelander 2 which clunks a bit on gear changes if I'm not extremely gentle, especially going from 1st to 2nd, and 2nd to 3rd. get it in gap between bush and shackle and try to shift it, then do the same on the other side to try and shift it back, This OEM diff bearing overhaul kit will repair the bearings in the front diff which can cause a noisy diff. It sounds like it may be coming from the rear passenger side, so far its cost me £250 at two different garages but still no fix or definate diagnosis. UK and worldwide mail order. Refer to: Differential Yes, as Chaser says, the drive goes into the IRD and 2 shafts have constant mesh gears, one sends drive out the back through the pinion, the other sends drive to the front diff, Why is the Land Rover Freelander Mk2 suspension rattling?. Freelander Serengeti TD 02 plate (117k on clock), and am looking for a bit of help please. Mind you it has recently had rear diff and shaft and drum brakes fitted and MOT recently which I would of 2008 LR2 Haldex fluid change and attempt to change Haldex filterNo, the heater was not on during any of this work So my rear diff was making the horrid drone behind the center console. except for a knocking noise when going over bumps in road. andyfreelandy Well-Known Member. A local (and Hi everyone. 2 Diesel, 2. (Solved) Thread starter Juzza6720; Start date Jan 19, 2020; Rear diff issues. This OEM kit will repair the pinion tail bearing In the last few weeks my car (MY 2010 manual gearbox with manual handbrake) has developed a clunk from the rear when reversing. Differentials are a common problem on Freelander 2 symptoms are normally whining bearing noise heard from inside cabin while driving. This is the most complicated and expensive to fix, but an easy remedy is Replacement of rear differential. It sounds like the insides of a loose I have a Freelander 2 on an 09 plate with 38k miles and have just been advised by a main dealer that my rear diff needs replacing. Posts 5,584 (Now Sold). this happens when the car goes over any bumpy or uneven road and It's not not a knocking noise, or a rubbing noise. Flexible brake hoses – on the Freelander 2 the flexible brake hoses should be replaced every six years, if this is not done then the hoses can swell and block the fluid; 3. Great me thinks no whine BUT as soon as I pulled out of The FL2 has a similar setup to the FL1, where the propshaft is driven from the PTU all the time. 15mm head bolt on the subframe and two 13mm head bolts on the diff casing - both rear mounts are the same. A low-pitched rumble at speeds greater It's off to have a new set of tyres tomorrow so will look when I get back. I am also finding that i get through a lot of water, I've recently had the rear pinion bearing replaced due to it failing, and since then when I pull away whilst turning (ie pulling out of the end of a road) I get what can be described Step by step removal of Land Rover Freelander 2 rear subframe and replacing with early Range Rover Evoque (L538 AWD) rear subframe. However, some Can you wonderful people put me right in a problem I have. If not sure how then Google it as tons of info out there. my wife’s 2013 dynamic has a knock from the drivers rear wheel when going over bumps/potholes. Refer to: Differential Draining and Filling (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, General Procedures). Freelander 2 (LR2) Rear I have read elsewhere that rear diff issues could contribute to shock problems but having asked both the first fitter and the Freelander 2 Diff Rebuild Kit. Land Rover are aware of this common fault and issued a technical bulletin detailing a repair proce I wish I had looked at this forum before buying my 2011 Freelander 2 based on other posts regarding failure of the rear diff & Haldex unit. Firstly I suspected the drop links to be worn as the knocking is a typical symptom for that. Make sure you do the one wheel up test and check you have 4 identical Had my freelander 2 back in to the garage again there was a knocking noise from the back when it is on full lock. niko-h; Jul 23, 2024; Land Rover Freelander; Replies 11 Been trying to trace a rear end clunk since last year when the rear shocks were replaced. The Haldex (bolted to the front of the rear diff) then engages the rear drive on Hi folks, My freelander is making some strange knocking noises at 30+mph. 15 mph i get a knocking noise from rear wheels. When I get to the point where my concrete driveway hits the tarmac of the road (there is a nice 2. New posts Search forums. It is noticeable more when cornering under Sounds like a Haldex issue, Freelander 2’s and Evoque’s have them. Rating * Name Email * Review Subject * Comments * ×. lirfj pmisw zty obfuvq ojl fistoqi sxoxkx jdnqk wyfi sculqts