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
General Data
General Data
Air Conditioning - CFC free, sealed, closed loop system
Refrigerant HFC - R134a
Refrigerant charge quantity 430 grams
Compressor
Type Denso- variable displacement, 7 cylinder swash plate unit
High Pressure Blow-off Valve 35.3 BAR (3.53 MPa, 512 psi)
Displacement(min) 5%
Displacement(max) 95%
Compressor (from MY04 onwards)
Type Sanden PXV16-variable displacement, 7 cyliner swash plate unit
High Pressure Blow-off Valve 35.3 BAR (3.53 MPa, 512 psi)
Displacement(min) 3%
Displacement(max) 100%
Lubricating Oil Nippon Denso ND-8
Evaporator Thermostat:
Opens +2°C (+36°F)
Closes -4°C (+25°F)
Condensor Fan Control PWM signal from ECM to cooling fan control unit
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor
Low Pressure Limit:
A/C on (pressure rising) 2.25 +/- 0.2 bar (32.6 +/- 2.9 psi)
A/C off (pressure falling) 196 +/- 0.2 bar (28.4 +/- 2.9 psi)
High Pressure Limit:
A/C off (pressure rising) 31.4 +/- 2.0 bar (455.3 +/- 29 psi)
A/C on (pressure falling) 25.5 +/- 2.0 bar (369.8 +/- 29 psi)
Air Conditioning - CFC free, sealed, closed loop system
Refrigerant HFC - R134a
Refrigerant charge quantity 430 grams
Compressor
Type Denso- variable displacement, 7 cylinder swash plate unit
High Pressure Blow-off Valve 35.3 BAR (3.53 MPa, 512 psi)
Displacement(min) 5%
Displacement(max) 95%
Compressor (from MY04 onwards)
Type Sanden PXV16-variable displacement, 7 cyliner swash plate unit
High Pressure Blow-off Valve 35.3 BAR (3.53 MPa, 512 psi)
Displacement(min) 3%
Displacement(max) 100%
Lubricating Oil Nippon Denso ND-8
Evaporator Thermostat:
Opens +2°C (+36°F)
Closes -4°C (+25°F)
Condensor Fan Control PWM signal from ECM to cooling fan control unit
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor
Low Pressure Limit:
A/C on (pressure rising) 2.25 +/- 0.2 bar (32.6 +/- 2.9 psi)
A/C off (pressure falling) 196 +/- 0.2 bar (28.4 +/- 2.9 psi)
High Pressure Limit:
A/C off (pressure rising) 31.4 +/- 2.0 bar (455.3 +/- 29 psi)
A/C on (pressure falling) 25.5 +/- 2.0 bar (369.8 +/- 29 psi)
Factory Service Tools
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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.