Freelander - DIFFICULT GEAR ENGAGEMENT
Bulletin Number - 0001
Issue - 1
Date - 17.05.2000
Model - Freelander
Affected Range - Right hand drive vehicles only, in VIN ranges: WA 600000 to YA 699999 and YA 500000 to YA 530000
Re-Issue Information -
Problem -
DIFFICULT GEAR ENGAGEMENT - CLUTCH PEDAL
The customer complains of difficulty in engaging gears, particularly when the vehicle is stationary, e.g. at traffic lights.
Cause
Insufficient travel in the clutch release mechanism to permit full disengagement of the clutch.
Action
Where the customer complaint is confirmed, carry out the following checks to determine the appropriate corrective action. Do not condemn the gearbox for this condition without confirmation that all aspects of clutch operation are satisfactory, as detailed below.
- Inspect the clutch hydraulic system for evidence of leakage. Pay particular attention to the rear of the master cylinder from inside the vehicle. If any leakage is identified, rectify as appropriate.
- If no leaks are evident, measure the clutch pedal height using the following procedure to confirm that sufficient pedal travel is available to ensure full disengagement.
1. Place a rule or similar straight edge on the centre of the brake pedal pad, (‘A’ in illustration). Ensure that the rule extends across the clutch pedal pad as shown.
2. With a second rule positioned at right angles to the clutch pedal pad, measure the distance from the underside of the first rule to the surface of the clutch pedal pad. The maximum acceptable distance is 20mm, (see inset in illustration).
3. If the measurement exceeds 20mm, fit new clutch pedal assembly part number SUB100240.
Parts Information
SUB100240 Pedal assembly - clutch
Warranty
Use Complaint Code: 3B6P
Use S.R.O.: 33.30.02
Time allowance: All derivatives 1.90Hrs
