Freelander Service Procedures
PANEL REPAIRS
77-2-32 REPAIRS
Front sidemember (front section)
In this procedure, the front section of the front
sidemember closing panel and the related
crossmember to sidemember gusset plate are
replaced in conjunction with the front sidemember.
Remove
1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Disconnect all ECUs.
3. Remove road wheel(s).
4. Remove underbelly panel.
5. Remove front bumper valance.
Bumper - assembly - front - up to 04MY.
6. Remove radiator.
COOLING SYSTEM - K SERIES KV6,
7. Remove PAS fluid cooler.
STEERING, REPAIRS, Oil cooler -
8. Remove headlamp.
9. Release wiring to headlamp and position aside.
10. Remove engine bay shield.
11. Remove front wheel arch liner.
12. LH side: Remove front bumper LH support
bracket.
13. LH side: Remove ECM.
14. LH side: Remove battery carrier.
15. LH side: Remove air cleaner.
16. LH side: Remove air intake hose.
17. LH side: Remove horn.
18. RH side: Remove front bumper RH support
bracket.
19. RH side: Remove windscreen washer
20. RH side: Remove alternator.
21. RH side: Remove PAS pump.
Repair
1. Remove existing panel(s), prepare panel joint
faces and install new panel(s) in accordance
with Panel Replacement Procedure. Punch or
drill holes in new panel for plug welding as
shown.