Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Land Rover Freelander (LN) V6-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cruise Control Servo: Service and Repair
Actuator Unit - Cruise Control - KV6
Service repair no - 19.75.05
Remove
1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Remove engine acoustic cover.
3. Disconnect vacuum hose from actuator.
4. Remove nut securing actuator to mounting bracket.
5. Release operating rod from throttle cam and remove actuator.
Refit
1. Position actuator and connect operating rod to throttle cam.
2. Position actuator into mounting bracket, fit and tighten nut.
3. Connect vacuum hose to actuator.
4. Check pull rod to retainer clearance, with lever fully returned, pull rod should just be held by retainer.
5. Release retainer by turning anti-clockwise, eliminate clearance then rotate retainer half turn clockwise. Check pull rod is just held and rotate retainer a further quarter turn clockwise to lock.
6. Fit engine acoustic cover.
7. Connect battery earth lead.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.