Uploaded February 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This is a story of all of the tests and fixes involved in fixing the poor running and smoke coming from a landrover Freelander with the BMW TD4 Diesel engine.
This video shows the general diagnosis and tests with the detail of the individual tests separated off into separate videos, as in this list (some additional ones in this list as well, not mentioned in video):
Crankcase filter upgrade to cut smoke, plus a full service kit:
ebay UK here: ebay.us/PocYh8
ebay USA: ebay.us/grdf4c
Changing the MAF sensor and fitting a Synergy tuning box:
youtu.be/8IIzwjjn0kg
Changing the LP fuel pump and fuel filter:
youtu.be/BPHUbgBAF_I
Changing the crankshaft sensor:
youtu.be/oPffJ_iH0jw
How to clean the intercooler to cut smoke:
youtu.be/UBWhqeH0boY
Pressure /testing the turbo hoses and intercooler:
youtu.be/TZwy5xbAoEQ
Removing, stripping, cleaning injectors:
youtu.be/lq0qp1qDtbk
Fixing the engine temperature and heater being too cold:
youtu.be/wQCDvhasrh8
Fixing the HP fuel pump regulator:
youtu.be/l0kEew05Vw0
Testing the MAP sensor:
youtu.be/PL200yJx9YE
Testing and stripping down the Turbo Boost Control solenoid:
youtu.be/_SRynSU8Xjk
Making and fitting a simple Turbo boost controller and boost gauge:
youtu.be/6AWOzF9u1Co
This is the playlist of all these videos related to fixing a smokey diesel freelander td4:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQVqjk4n1wAM3CHHo-GIWSp89NcHER-hT
And this is a playlist of all my Freelander fixing videos:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQVqjk4n1wANtCZaRcYzojUz5YHJD7Z3y
Some useful bits to buy:
A service kit from ebay UK ebay.to/2He01xB
The new PIERBURGH MAF and tuning box is here: ebay.to/2UkEaIv
A Haynes workshop manual can usually be found cheap on ebay UK:
ebay.us/nJZ3K9
That HG stove cleaner spray shown in this video:
Amazon uk: amzn.to/2SXg0FS
Rubber disposible gloves are also useful, to start you off here's the links for
eBay USA: ebay.us/GGqmTJ
eBay UK: ebay.us/cE1BHK
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/2Q0VHZm
Amazon Australia: amzn.to/2QlUawX
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OR you can support me by using the Amazon and Ebay links to buy other stuff that you would usually buy, it will not cost you anything more, but will help this channel. e.g. Generally useful stuff:
Face mask:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2GHE9d6
Similar ones on Amazon USA: amzn.to/2IHmip1
Eye goggles: Amazon UK: amzn.to/2IUSqos
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2GAtIXJ
Rubber disposible gloves:
ebay USA: ebay.to/2Aorefi
And eBay uk link: ebay.to/2AlTPSx
Or Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
A set of precision screwdrivers:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2W311si
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2Z322T5
Torx bits sets:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2Pgmf48
Or Amazon USA: amzn.to/2XlOK3h
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Become a Patron to get extra content or previews or sponsor here: patreon.com/user?u=31365629&fan_landing=true
The video is about my personal opinion and experience and contains no paid for product placements. No responsibility is accepted for any perceived recommendation for or against a product or feature nor any consequential damage or harm since this video is just my personal experience. You accept by watching this video that you accept any responsibility for any subsequent actions or decisions that you take.
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Which states "all Sample Content included in the Apple Software may be used on a royalty-free basis in your own video projects"
Additional background music free used royalty and copyright free (no copyright songs) from the following source:
Et_Voila from youtube free audio tracks
This is a story of all of the tests and fixes involved in fixing the poor running and smoke coming from a landrover Freelander with the BMW TD4 Diesel engine.
This video shows the general diagnosis and tests with the detail of the individual tests separated off into separate videos, as in this list (some additional ones in this list as well, not mentioned in video):
Crankcase filter upgrade to cut smoke, plus a full service kit:
ebay UK here: ebay.us/PocYh8
ebay USA: ebay.us/grdf4c
Changing the MAF sensor and fitting a Synergy tuning box:
youtu.be/8IIzwjjn0kg
Changing the LP fuel pump and fuel filter:
youtu.be/BPHUbgBAF_I
Changing the crankshaft sensor:
youtu.be/oPffJ_iH0jw
How to clean the intercooler to cut smoke:
youtu.be/UBWhqeH0boY
Pressure /testing the turbo hoses and intercooler:
youtu.be/TZwy5xbAoEQ
Removing, stripping, cleaning injectors:
youtu.be/lq0qp1qDtbk
Fixing the engine temperature and heater being too cold:
youtu.be/wQCDvhasrh8
Fixing the HP fuel pump regulator:
youtu.be/l0kEew05Vw0
Testing the MAP sensor:
youtu.be/PL200yJx9YE
Testing and stripping down the Turbo Boost Control solenoid:
youtu.be/_SRynSU8Xjk
Making and fitting a simple Turbo boost controller and boost gauge:
youtu.be/6AWOzF9u1Co
This is the playlist of all these videos related to fixing a smokey diesel freelander td4:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQVqjk4n1wAM3CHHo-GIWSp89NcHER-hT
And this is a playlist of all my Freelander fixing videos:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQVqjk4n1wANtCZaRcYzojUz5YHJD7Z3y
Some useful bits to buy:
A service kit from ebay UK ebay.to/2He01xB
The new PIERBURGH MAF and tuning box is here: ebay.to/2UkEaIv
A Haynes workshop manual can usually be found cheap on ebay UK:
ebay.us/nJZ3K9
That HG stove cleaner spray shown in this video:
Amazon uk: amzn.to/2SXg0FS
Rubber disposible gloves are also useful, to start you off here's the links for
eBay USA: ebay.us/GGqmTJ
eBay UK: ebay.us/cE1BHK
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/2Q0VHZm
Amazon Australia: amzn.to/2QlUawX
Subscribe to the channel for similar DIY, fixing stuff, car bits and tech reviews here:
youtube.com/user/comeinhandynow?sub_confirmation=1
Note, if you want to be notified of new videos click on the bell symbol on my home page.
See other videos on my channel here:
youtube.com/user/comeinhandynow
If anyone wants to show appreciation for any money savings, or just help support the channel and future videos then you now can. Use this link: paypal.me/comeinhandy
OR you can support me by using the Amazon and Ebay links to buy other stuff that you would usually buy, it will not cost you anything more, but will help this channel. e.g. Generally useful stuff:
Face mask:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2GHE9d6
Similar ones on Amazon USA: amzn.to/2IHmip1
Eye goggles: Amazon UK: amzn.to/2IUSqos
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2GAtIXJ
Rubber disposible gloves:
ebay USA: ebay.to/2Aorefi
And eBay uk link: ebay.to/2AlTPSx
Or Amazon UK: amzn.to/3aikbl8
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3cdwjpD
A set of precision screwdrivers:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2W311si
Amazon USA: amzn.to/2Z322T5
Torx bits sets:
Amazon UK: amzn.to/2Pgmf48
Or Amazon USA: amzn.to/2XlOK3h
I’m on Facebook here: facebook.com/comeinhandynow
Become a Patron to get extra content or previews or sponsor here: patreon.com/user?u=31365629&fan_landing=true
The video is about my personal opinion and experience and contains no paid for product placements. No responsibility is accepted for any perceived recommendation for or against a product or feature nor any consequential damage or harm since this video is just my personal experience. You accept by watching this video that you accept any responsibility for any subsequent actions or decisions that you take.
Note on copyright / licensing: This video was created using Apple iMovie and as such any music or video content is fully licensed by their terms and conditions for free publication and distribution.
See the Apple iMovie software license agreement at:
images.apple.com/legal/sla/docs/iMovie.pdf
Which states "all Sample Content included in the Apple Software may be used on a royalty-free basis in your own video projects"
Additional background music free used royalty and copyright free (no copyright songs) from the following source:
Et_Voila from youtube free audio tracks
