Many Thanks, I fixed my 1999 Rover 800 Coupe with just 42k miles on the clock. My brother even made me the necessary tools! Cost me less than £150 for the rebuild. Saved mine, hopefully this video will save a few others too!
Bearing in mind the KV6 was reworked somewhat for the 75, in my opinion they did a great job after the 800 installation. I have the 2 litre KV6, now with over 123k on the clock and runs like new; never loses any oil, water, or smokes when running. All I have done in 18 months is change the cam belts as per the service schedule (the old belts were 11 years old!)
@discocreator76 I've had the KV6 for 3 years, the MPG never dropped below 34 on average. I drive it as careful as I can to get the best MPG because it's not a car to race around in, changing gear at 2k or below and crusing at 65. The manual for the 190 says 38.8 extra urban cycle, that includes half of steady speed and other half idling, stops and accelerations up to 75 mph, so my figures are entirely achievable.
If you're trying to get the alternator off you will need to drop the engine a few inches after undoing the main topside engine mount so the bolt can come all the way out (it's usally blocked by the mounting bracket for the engine bushings). The alternator bolt won't come all the way out otherwise, and the alternator will be stuck in place, despite being loose.
I thought my 02 freelander was gone at 81k... the timing pulley failed when car was at an idle.... I got lucky and didn't bend a valve... Installed pulley and belt, runs like new...
I'll have a bmw straight six anyday. Looks a right pig of a job. i had 2 mondeo v6's both ended up with headgasket failure. Weak spots were cylinders 3 and 5. I like the smoothness and sound of v6 engines but it gets expensive when they f**k up.....
Is this correct for ZT 190? I know that there are special locking adaptors for 190 engine but what about the rest? Is this (800) different somehow from the newer KV6? (75, ZS, ZT etc.?)
@bagnall36 What for an engine you have?I have an kv6 mk2,and when I lock the crankshaft with the locking pin on flywheel,the v in the cam belt-pulley isn't correct to the oil-pump housing,it's two tooth ahead. but the mark on the belt-pulley match with the save mark on the timing case.give it a difference at the mk1, mk2. ,2.0 , 2.5 litre engine?i dont can believe, that the engine is build so incorrect. you be right,the instruction-routine points to the save mark.I'm confused.
Taking into account that Rover made this video I can only assume that they would know much better than anyone how a timing belt goes on one of there engines. A nightmare of a job too by the looks of things!!!
@discocreator76 no, I'm sorry to say it's likely just your 2.0 KV6 that is crap lol, it's doing less mpg than my 1800kg 2.5 190 o.O even my 911 is getting similar milege to your 2.0! The Kv6 is a great motor - no issues in over 50k of running here (and approaching 100k), they will easily run to 150k+ and are complete bargains. I bought my ZT as a cheap runaround a few years ago, It's a great reliable comfy barge to run around in and economical for it's size. If you hate it, sell it - simple lol
I know now there is a different set the the control times. In the video, the 2.0 liter engine is shown. Use the locking pin to the 2.5 liter motor is correct, the marks are not to be considered. The camshaft gears have to be solved in order to achieve the most accurate setting.
I know this might be a silly question but does the video uploaded or anybody know where I might be able to find videos on the L series diesel engine? I find loads on the K series/KV6 but none for the river diesel engine? Many thanks I you can help me
My Rover 800 KV6 Auto Coupe has only ever done around 18-20 around town and 25 MAX on a run. Official Figures were URBAN 18.9, EXTRA URBAN 37.9 COMBINED 27.8. The Manual KV6 800s are supposed to do URBAN around 41MPG! My urban is therefore not to bad, Maybe I should lower my speed by 20/30 MPH on the Motorways!!! to increase my EXTRA URBAN. Never found the aircon on or off altering it, so mostly drive with it on now. My 2.0 Vitesse did 39.
@discocreator76 P.S. please don't tell me fact is bullshit - have you tried checking your VIS motors to make sure the intake is working correctly? Fuel consumption in my book for the 2.0 is 40.1 extra urban and even nearly 30 combined, it sounds like your figures are a little lower.
Use a large pair of grips to hold the pulleys while you put the secondary belts on (or a right angled spanner) and a socket on the other side. These kits are 300 pounds! What a rip-off. It was nice of them to make this video though - not many manufacturers would bother. Much better than the useless haynes manuals! And not a drop of oil anywhere :)
A late reply but aftermarket versions of the tool set are now available on Amazon for a low price. They are not as good as the factory tools but a little but of filing makes them work fine for DIY use.
I've got a ZT 190 KV6, 27mpg average around town and 38-40 at cruise, you must have been driving everywhere flat out - or id had something very wrong with it.
I was thinking the same thing, I see someone posted an answer but frankly I still dont get it. Have to watch it again a few times, maybe that will help.
Done the job about a year ago and this video was of a priceless help. Many thanks and greetings from Romania !
(Rover 75, KV6, 2.0)
It's so cool that you have one of these cars in Romania.
Many Thanks, I fixed my 1999 Rover 800 Coupe with just 42k miles on the clock. My brother even made me the necessary tools! Cost me less than £150 for the rebuild. Saved mine, hopefully this video will save a few others too!
Many thanks for this info from an MG ZT 180 owner in Mexico City.
Most mechanics have nightmares about this job none are keen to tackle it😵
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wow this the best video of timing belts procedure!!!!
Great vid for the kv6 owner especially the 800 series
Bearing in mind the KV6 was reworked somewhat for the 75, in my opinion they did a great job after the 800 installation. I have the 2 litre KV6, now with over 123k on the clock and runs like new; never loses any oil, water, or smokes when running. All I have done in 18 months is change the cam belts as per the service schedule (the old belts were 11 years old!)
@discocreator76 I've had the KV6 for 3 years, the MPG never dropped below 34 on average. I drive it as careful as I can to get the best MPG because it's not a car to race around in, changing gear at 2k or below and crusing at 65. The manual for the 190 says 38.8 extra urban cycle, that includes half of steady speed and other half idling, stops and accelerations up to 75 mph, so my figures are entirely achievable.
If you're trying to get the alternator off you will need to drop the engine a few inches after undoing the main topside engine mount so the bolt can come all the way out (it's usally blocked by the mounting bracket for the engine bushings).
The alternator bolt won't come all the way out otherwise, and the alternator will be stuck in place, despite being loose.
I thought my 02 freelander was gone at 81k... the timing pulley failed when car was at an idle.... I got lucky and didn't bend a valve... Installed pulley and belt, runs like new...
Remember guys this is for a rover 800 it is similar to the 75s and mgzts but there are differences
I'll have a bmw straight six anyday. Looks a right pig of a job. i had 2 mondeo v6's both ended up with headgasket failure. Weak spots were cylinders 3 and 5. I like the smoothness and sound of v6 engines but it gets expensive when they f**k up.....
And of course a BMW is cheap to repair.....Right.
Is this correct for ZT 190? I know that there are special locking adaptors for 190 engine but what about the rest? Is this (800) different somehow from the newer KV6? (75, ZS, ZT etc.?)
@bagnall36 What for an engine you have?I have an kv6 mk2,and when I lock the crankshaft with the locking pin on flywheel,the v in the cam belt-pulley isn't correct to the oil-pump housing,it's two tooth ahead.
but the mark on the belt-pulley match with the save mark on the timing case.give it a difference at the mk1,
mk2. ,2.0 , 2.5 litre engine?i dont can believe, that the engine is build so incorrect.
you be right,the instruction-routine points to the save mark.I'm confused.
Why every time the come shaft demeged on radiator side after 2minites of starting of engine?
Taking into account that Rover made this video I can only assume that they would know much better than anyone how a timing belt goes on one of there engines. A nightmare of a job too by the looks of things!!!
@discocreator76 no, I'm sorry to say it's likely just your 2.0 KV6 that is crap lol, it's doing less mpg than my 1800kg 2.5 190 o.O even my 911 is getting similar milege to your 2.0! The Kv6 is a great motor - no issues in over 50k of running here (and approaching 100k), they will easily run to 150k+ and are complete bargains. I bought my ZT as a cheap runaround a few years ago, It's a great reliable comfy barge to run around in and economical for it's size. If you hate it, sell it - simple lol
I know now there is a different set the the control times. In the video, the 2.0 liter engine is shown. Use the locking pin to the 2.5 liter motor is correct, the marks are not to be considered. The camshaft gears have to be solved in order to achieve the most accurate setting.
I know this might be a silly question but does the video uploaded or anybody know where I might be able to find videos on the L series diesel engine? I find loads on the K series/KV6 but none for the river diesel engine? Many thanks I you can help me
Oh crap... I have to replace the coolant pump.
My Rover 800 KV6 Auto Coupe has only ever done around 18-20 around town and 25 MAX on a run. Official Figures were URBAN 18.9, EXTRA URBAN 37.9 COMBINED 27.8. The Manual KV6 800s are supposed to do URBAN around 41MPG! My urban is therefore not to bad, Maybe I should lower my speed by 20/30 MPH on the Motorways!!! to increase my EXTRA URBAN. Never found the aircon on or off altering it, so mostly drive with it on now. My 2.0 Vitesse did 39.
you go on bout the ford duratec v6 they do suffer from hg alot but dont use water as the blow on the rear bank to atmosphere all u get is a tick tick
any body know where i can find some one to time my 2002 lander rover freelander. I live in superior wisc.
You ever get that rover timing done yet.
This is just ridiculous.
@discocreator76 P.S. please don't tell me fact is bullshit - have you tried checking your VIS motors to make sure the intake is working correctly? Fuel consumption in my book for the 2.0 is 40.1 extra urban and even nearly 30 combined, it sounds like your figures are a little lower.
Use a large pair of grips to hold the pulleys while you put the secondary belts on (or a right angled spanner) and a socket on the other side. These kits are 300 pounds! What a rip-off. It was nice of them to make this video though - not many manufacturers would bother. Much better than the useless haynes manuals! And not a drop of oil anywhere :)
A late reply but aftermarket versions of the tool set are now available on Amazon for a low price. They are not as good as the factory tools but a little but of filing makes them work fine for DIY use.
I've got a ZT 190 KV6, 27mpg average around town and 38-40 at cruise, you must have been driving everywhere flat out - or id had something very wrong with it.
That was mention to say rover not river!!!!
Great engine but shit fuel economy
why did this car had to show up
i dont understand the point in loosening the cam bolts. why can you not just loosen the tensioner and whap a new belt on.
To eleminate timing belt tolerances
I was thinking the same thing, I see someone posted an answer but frankly I still dont get it. Have to watch it again a few times, maybe that will help.
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Hey somebody helpme to traslate this video to spanish
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itsa piece of shit engine,, and you dont need so many fuckin special tools for it. ...there full of crap...lol
mario chavez. hey mario,tienes el diagrama para poner a tiempo una banda de distribución para una freelander 2002 2.5lt,que me pudieras facilitar???
I don’t like this engine at all. Wtf were they thinking. Using three belts?