Land Rover Repair: Gearbox problem???, gear lever, fifth gear


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I have a 2002 diesel Freelander. In fifth gear the gear lever gives a rattling/vibration/tinkling sound and the gearlever shakes more than normal. Is there a problem?

Kind regards

Duncan McLaughlan


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The first thing I'd do is check to see if the gearshift linkage is about to fall apart.

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That has already been done and it is in good shape.

Duncan McLaughlan

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If you've already checked the linkage I don't know what else to say except, yes, you have a problem.

The problem could be something coming apart inside the gearbox, or even broken engine mounts.  I suggest you have a specialist drive it and give his opinion.