Dirty air filter can cause mass air flow sensor failure on Land Rover Freelander

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

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Problem overview

The engine air filter should be inspected more often on vehicles that are driven frequently off-road or in dusty conditions. A contaminated mass air flow sensor can cause Check Engine Light illumination.

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Land Rover Freelander vehicles with this problem

4 model years affected

2002 Land Rover Freelander

2003 Land Rover Freelander

2004 Land Rover Freelander

2005 Land Rover Freelander

2002 Land Rover Freelander

2003 Land Rover Freelander

2004 Land Rover Freelander

2005 Land Rover Freelander

Repairs related to this problem

Air Filter Replacement

Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement

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