Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1796 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,5 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 90 |
| Ignition system Make | Rover |
| Ignition system Type | Mems 3 |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DIS |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Rover |
| Fuel system Type | Mems 3 |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil Type | NEC 100730 |
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12 |
| Primary resistance Ohm | 0,7 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 10000 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | Hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | Hydraulic |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2.
Manual gearbox
The specified manual gearbox oil is Texaco MTF 94.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 1.1 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-90, with classification GL-5.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 5.8 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | Cold climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | Moderate climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | Hot climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 4.5 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Texaco MTF 94 |
| Manual transmission litres | — |
| Gearbox oil | |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 80W-90 |
| Differential oil classification - rear | GL-5 |
| Differential rear litres | 0.8 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | 80W-90 |
| Transfer box oil classification | GL-5 |
| Transfer box litres | 1.1 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 5.8 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II/III |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 18 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 255,5 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 18 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 255,5 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,04 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 3 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 2 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 4-5 |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
The ignition timing on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) is not adjustable.
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | Not adjustable |
|---|
Battery
The Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) uses a 12 V, 55 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (55) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) uses Unipart GSP66527 spark plugs with a 1,0 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Unipart |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | GSP66527 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0 |
| Spark plugs Make | Autolite |
| Spark plug Type | APP3923 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RC8PYP |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,8 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | PFR6G-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
|---|---|
| Idle speed rpm | 775±50 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,5 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2500-2800 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Starting and charging
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 105/12/2500 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,75/2500 |
|---|---|
| Radiator cap bar | 1,00 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 85 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 3,0 |
|---|---|
| Regulated pressure with vacuum bar | 3,5 |
| Injector Ohm | 13,0-16,0 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 6,0 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 180°, then a final 180°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 180° |
| Tighten | 180° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — | |
|---|---|---|
| View more information | — | |
| Other engine tightening torques | ||
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No | |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 5 Nm | |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 30 Nm | |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 20 Nm | |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 45° | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm | |
| Sump bolts | — | |
| Sump bolts | ||
| Sump drain bolt | 25 Nm | |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 80 Nm | |
| Clutch pressure plate | 25 Nm | |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 205 Nm | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 65 Nm | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 10 Nm | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 9 Nm | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 17 Nm | |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 45 Nm | |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 60 Nm | |
| Spark plugs | 27 Nm | |
| Fuel rail | 10 Nm | |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 6 Nm | |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 8 Nm | |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 15 Nm | |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 55 Nm | |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 12 Nm | |
| Chassis tightening torques | ||
| Front hub | 400 Nm | |
| Rear hub | 400 Nm | |
| Steering track rod end | 55 Nm | |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 5 Nm | |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 27 Nm | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 100 Nm | |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 45 Nm | |
| Road wheels | 115 Nm | |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 540±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Land Rover Freelander 1.8?
The firing order for the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 use?
The Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) uses Unipart GSP66527 spark plugs with a 1,0 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 take?
The Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A2.
What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Freelander 1.8?
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Freelander 1.8?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 180°, then a final 180°.
What is the ignition timing for the Land Rover Freelander 1.8?
The ignition timing on the Land Rover Freelander 1.8 (2000–2006) is not adjustable.