Automatic Freelander

Nov 23, 2004 5 Replies

I have recently got a Freelander diesel automatic and this is the first automatic I have ever had.



When I am running along at, say, 55mph the rev counter shows around the



2000 rpm mark.

If I then take my foot off the revs drop to around 800 to 1000 but the speed does not decline - almost the equivalent of knocking it out of gear on a manual.



Is there a problem or is that standard on the automatic.



Thought I had better try out you lads here first rather than make a fool of myself at the dealers!!


Phil there is no problem with your car.

Are you based in Greece?

Take care Pantelis Giamarellos LAND ROVER CLUB OF GREECE

In message , Pantelis Giamarellos writes

No - the UK.

My nom-de-plume is taken from one of your most illustrious refugees who has found himself a cushy number in the UK for the last 57 odd years.

Slightly mis-spelled though.

Take care Pantelis

This is standard on any automatic. There is no engine braking effect.

Cheers

Blippie

-- Ten minutes of this rain will do more good in half an hour than a fortnight of ordinary rain in a month.

That sounds normal for a diesel auto. I suspect there is a Sprag clutch which allows over-run. A petrol auto won't have the Sprag clutch.

BTW, are you missing a "o" in the spelling of your name?

Ron Beckett Emu Plains, Australia

1995 P38A Range Rover HSE 4.6 Litre V8

Join the Discussion

Have something to add? Share your thoughts — no account required.

Didn't find your answer?

Ask the community — no account required