Land Rover Monthly

Demist your Freelander

TECHNICAL EDITOR ED EVANS

NEED TO KNOW

TIME: 30 minutes

DIFFICULTY:

(excluding air con work)

MODELS: Freelander 1: 1998 to 2006.

TOOLS: Blower motor speed control resistor pack, JGM100110, Land Rover £102, aftermarket £28, eBay £13; air conditioning service, from around £120.

WORK SAFELY:

• This job requires some physical contorting under the dashboard. Ensure you’re comfortable and are able to extract yourself.• Disconnect the battery before working on the electrical system.• Use face protection and gloves when checking air conditioning parts.• Do not attempt any work on the

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