Freelander · L359 · 2007–2015
Gearbox, transfer case, differential and clutch parts for Land Rover 4x4 drivetrains.
Gearbox: 6-speed automatic.
Drivetrain: On-demand all-wheel drive through a Haldex coupling ahead of the rear differential, with Terrain Response and hill descent control.
A whine, hum or drone from the rear is a common fault on pre-2011 Freelander 2s. Land Rover issued a technical bulletin (SSM46477) describing pinion tail bearing spalling, and UK specialist K Motors says the bearing was over-tightened at manufacture. Rule out a rear wheel bearing first.
A faulty Haldex pump shows as a traction control light and a "Traction Reduced" message, dropping the car to front-wheel drive. Read the fault codes before buying parts.
Freelander 2 parts needs centre on the rear driveline: rear differentials (ideally rebuilt with heavy-duty bearings), Haldex pumps and couplings, plus propshaft bearings. Tell us which engine you have and the model year, because the Haldex unit changed during production. When a rear differential is replaced, specialists recommend also dealing with the Haldex unit, because fitting a new differential to a worn coupling can lead to a repeat failure.
Replacing the whole unit? A complete unit may cost less than rebuilding one on an older Freelander 2. See gearboxes for sale or transfer cases for sale .
Differential specialists recommend it, because Land Rover attributed rear diff bearing damage to the way the Haldex coupling applies torque when pulling away and manoeuvring, and fitting a new differential to an old coupling can lead to a repeat failure. Vehicles from the 2009 model year use a modified, fourth-generation Haldex coupling.
Some automatic gearboxes were described as filled for life, but many transmission specialists recommend changing the fluid and filter, particularly on vehicles that tow, off-road or operate in heat. Use only the fluid specified for your gearbox.
It splits drive between the front and rear axles. On models with a two-speed transfer case, it also provides a low-range gear set for steep terrain, towing boats up slipways and slow technical driving.
For how these parts work and the signs of wear, read the Land Rover transmission guide.
Share the VIN and engine number and the SparesBoyz parts team will check fitment before quoting.
