Timing belt Land Rover Freelander 2
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For the normal operation of the Land Rover Freelander 2 power plant, timely replacement of the timing belt is required. Neglecting the maintenance of the gas distribution transmission is fraught with serious consequences, including the need for an overhaul of the engine.
Replacing the belt with your own hands will not be a big problem. At the same time, it is extremely important not only to observe service intervals, but also to install high-quality consumables.
Number and cost for the original timing belt for Freelander 2
The Freelander 2 is fitted with a genuine Land Rover timing belt with part number LR004257. The cost of a branded product is 3500-7000 rubles.
Some Freelander 2 vehicles have Fiat/Alfa/Lancia branded belts. Such consumables have a catalog number 9662187580. In retail, the price of such belts ranges from 800 to 1200 rubles.
The timing of the Freelander 2 car has consumables under the Mitsubishi brand. The 2.2 diesel is equipped with a belt with the article number MN982125. The price of a branded product is about 6000-10000 rubles.
On a small number of Freelander 2 you can find a Ford brand timing belt. The consumable has the article 1451510. Its price is in the aisles from 3400 to 4000 rubles.
In the timing system, various components and parts have a resource comparable to the belt resource. For this reason, when replacement is planned, it is recommended to reinstall all those elements whose service life is coming to an end. Land Rover releases a special kit with part number LR032526. Upon purchase, the car owner receives a complete kit for servicing the gas distribution mechanism. The cost of a branded kit is 7000-18000 rubles.
A similar kit is sold under the Peugeot/Citroen brand. Recommended for Freelander 2 service. This kit is part number 0831V5. The cost of the kit ranges from 4000 to 6000 rubles.
Mitsubishi Genuine Kit is also used for the Freelander 2. This is a retail sale with part number MN982388. The cost of such a set is high, often reaching 14-000 rubles.
Number and prices of analogues of the Freelander 2 native timing belt
The cost of the original timing belt for Freelander 2 is very high. Therefore, car owners resort to buying consumables from third-party brands. The table below shows the best analogues that received mostly positive reviews.
Table - Optimal analogues of the timing belt Land Rover Freelander 2
| Product manufacturer | Catalog number | Price, rub |
|---|---|---|
| Contitech | CT1142 | 1200-1800 |
| Doors | 5633XS | 1000-1400 |
| Hot | LR004257 | 1100-1500 |
| Daiko | 941052 | 1050-1600 |
| Forest | 1987949652 | 1200-1800 |
The price of original Freelander 2 timing service kits is high. Similar kits are produced by third-party manufacturers. Many of them are of good quality at an attractive price. The best variants of the original kit analogues are listed in the table below.
Table - Good Alternatives to Genuine Land Rover Freelander 2 Timing Belt Replacement Kit
| Mark | Catalog number | Estimated prices, rub |
|---|---|---|
| Dotted | 530048910 | 4200-5000 |
| Forest | 1987948277 | 4700-5600 |
| February | 36230 | 3600-4200 |
| SCF | VKMA03305 | 4700-6000 |
| В | 530048910 | 4400-5100 |
Required DIY replacement tools
Freelander 2 belt replacement requires the tool kit shown in the table below.
Table - Necessary tools that need to be prepared in advance before replacing the timing belt
| First name | Additional note |
|---|---|
| Stand and jack | Raise Freelander 2 |
| balloon key | For removing and installing wheels |
| Pulley retainer | No impact wrench required |
| Key ring | «for 13», «for 15» |
| Head | "At 13", "at 15", "at 16" |
| Vorotok | With ratchet and extension |
| Wrench | Place |
| Luke | To mark |
| Drill | Can be replaced with a rod of the same diameter |
Timing Belt Replacement
Instructions for replacing the timing belt on Freelander 2 with your own hands.
- Open the hood.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
- Remove the decorative casing from the internal combustion engine.
- Detach the metal trunk protection.
- Raise the front right side of the Freelander
- Remove the wheel.
- Remove the inside of the cabinet.
- Press and lock the drive belt tensioner pulley.
- Pull out the drive belt.
- Remove the plastic tube that goes to the turbine.
- Remove the timing belt guard.
- Loosen the pulley bracket.
- Remove the pulley.
- Remove the bottom protective cover.
- Install the crankshaft pulley bolt.
- Turn the pulley mounting bolt to match the alignment marks.
- Block the pulleys with a drill of the appropriate diameter.
- If the early operation of the engine did not cause complaints, it is recommended to leave your ratings. Subsequently, they must be transferred to a new belt from the old one. This requires a tooth count or the use of an onlay. This will make it easier to replace consumables.
- Remove the old belt.
- Install a new consumable.
- Check labels.
- Give the crankshaft a few revolutions.
- Double check the labels.
- Reassemble everything in reverse order.
