Skip to content
8–23 August: reduced summer staffing. Orders may take up to 5 extra working days to dispatch and emails up to 2 working days to answer. Thanks for your patience.
8–23 Aug: orders may ship up to 5 days later.
Search parts

TOR000010 - Viscous Coupling

Original price - Original price €760,00
Original price
€760,00
€760,00 - €760,00
Current price €760,00
OEM Part
OEM: Made by an Original Equipment Manufacturer. This part is made by an original equipment manufacturer or under their license, ensuring compatibility and quality.
Brand GKN
Viscous Coupling for the rear propshaft drivetrain, for 4-cylinder petrol and diesel applications (not fitted to V6 models).

The viscous coupling sits in the propshaft driveline and transfers torque between the front and rear axles. It contains a multi-plate pack immersed in a high-viscosity silicone fluid; when a speed differential develops between the two sets of plates, the fluid resistance transmits torque to the slower-spinning axle, providing passive all-wheel-drive torque distribution without driver input.

When replacing the viscous coupling, it is advisable to inspect and replace the propshaft support bearings and carrier assembly at the same time.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Freelander 1 1996-2006 (L314)
Fitment Notes FREELANDER 1 1997-2006 — 4-cyl engines: 1.8L K16 petrol, 2.0L M47 16V diesel, 2.0L TCIE diesel. Viscous coupling / transmission drive unit
Alternative Codes
TOR000010TOR100020TOT100010

In stock 1 unit
1 · Gouda 0 · Drachten
Express delivery available

When will my order arrive?
  • Order before 15:00 (Mon–Fri): same-day dispatch for in-stock items.
  • UPS Express (order before 14:00): dispatched today, delivered tomorrow where available.
  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days.
  • Outside EU/UK: delivery times vary — contact us for an estimate.

Items may ship from multiple warehouses at no extra cost.

Job kits containing this part

This part is included in 0 job kit(s) below. Pick the kit that matches your vehicle and job, then add what you need.

Frequently asked questions

What does the viscous coupling do on a Freelander 1?
The viscous coupling transfers torque between the front and rear axles on the Freelander 1, providing passive all-wheel drive. It sits in the rear propshaft drivetrain and uses a silicone-fluid plate pack that transmits drive to the slower-spinning axle when a speed difference develops, with no driver input needed.
Does this fit all Freelander 1 models?
This viscous coupling fits Freelander 1 models from 1997 to 2006 with 4-cylinder engines: the 1.8L K16 petrol, 2.0L M47 diesel, and 2.0L TCIE diesel. It's not for use on V6 models, so check your engine before ordering.
What are the signs a Freelander 1 viscous coupling is failing?
A failing viscous coupling typically causes driveline binding, tight-turn wind-up, or transmission strain on the Freelander 1. As it wears it can seize or lose fluid resistance, putting extra load on the IRD and gearbox. Replacing it restores the proper torque split between the axles.
Should anything else be replaced with the viscous coupling?
When replacing the viscous coupling, it's worth inspecting the propshaft support bearings and carrier assembly at the same time, since they share the same drivetrain loads. Fitting fresh support bearings alongside the coupling avoids a second propshaft removal later.