Clunking noise in a Freelander

[richie1173]

Hi Folks!.I have a 2000 Freelander with rover dsl engine.I noticed a knocking/clunking noise in it recently.It happens when I am reversing with either partial or full lock on.My Mechanic who runs a 97 Discovery says its not the CV joints.Any ideas?.

[MRDIITD5]

It could be the viscous coupling which can be expensive to repair. If you don't off road the freeby then you can remove the propshaft as a "cheap short term" fix.

[absolutely]

MRDIITD5 said:

It could be the viscous coupling which can be expensive to repair.

I agree, our Range Rover LSE had that same problem and it was the viscous coupling, we had a friend replace it.

[richie1173]

Thanks for the assistance guys.I read somewhere of someone who had one for sale with this replaced.I was wondering when mine was likely to go.I was expecting this.I'll bring it back to the dealer n see.......

It has been going i think since i bought it in 2005.

[absolutely]

It shouldn't go that quickly shirley?

Our LSE was close to 15 years old when it went.

[Psimpson7]

could be the VC, or maybe the IRD

Ashcrofts website has a fair bit of info:

http://www.ashcrofttransmissions.co.uk/category_8....

http://www.ashcrofttransmissions.co.uk/part_23.htm...
http://www.ashcrofttransmissions.co.uk/part_24.htm...

[richie1173]

Psimpson7 said:

could be the VC, or maybe the IRD

Ashcrofts website has a fair bit of info:

http://www.ashcrofttransmissions.co.uk/category_8....

http://www.ashcrofttransmissions.co.uk/part_23.htm...
http://www.ashcrofttransmissions.co.uk/part_24.htm...

Thanks a million mate!!!. Have a nice life!!!.