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Replacement parts for the Land Rover Discovery 2 (L318), produced from 1998 to 2004. Covers the 2.5 Td5 diesel and the 4.0 and 4.6 Rover V8 petrol variants. OEM, Genuine, and aftermarket components stocked in the Netherlands. Part of the Land Rover Discovery parts collection.
Brake Pad Kit - Caliper
Differential Gear Kit for the LT230 transfer box centre differential. The centre differential splits drive between the front and rear output shaft...
View full detailsHandbrake Pad Set - replacement friction pads for the X-Eng disc handbrake (transmission brake) conversion. The conversion replaces the drum-type ...
View full detailsWading Kit for the axle and transmission breather circuit on V8 applications. The axle, gearbox and transfer casings vent to atmosphere through br...
View full detailsLocking Nut used throughout the body, door and bumper hardware. The self-locking nut resists loosening under vibration, securing fasteners in door...
View full detailsCombination Tow Ball and Jaw Unit - towing head assembly that bolts to the towing bracket, providing both a ball coupling and a jaw coupling from a...
View full detailsExterior Door Mirror Glass - left-hand, flat - for the door mirror assembly. The replaceable flat glass fits the left-hand exterior mirror housing...
View full detailsConnector - 5-Way Switch - Black - a black five-way connector housing used in the vehicle wiring harness. The housing mates to a five-pin switch a...
View full detailsGear Change Kit - R380
Synchro Spring Ring from the mainshaft synchroniser assembly of the R380 five-speed manual gearbox. The spring ring sits within the synchroniser h...
View full detailsHeater Pipe Kit - Air Con
Rear Relocation Cones - Axle - Pair
Dash Repair Kit in grey - a set of pre-formed overlay panels that fit over the existing upper dashboard moulding. The panels cover the areas of th...
View full detailsOil Feed Ring - mainshaft oil feed ring for the R380 five-speed manual gearbox. Located on the gearbox mainshaft, it channels lubricating oil to t...
View full detailsScrew is a fixing screw used to secure exterior lamp, interior lamp and trim components to the body. It retains fittings such as the high-level st...
View full detailsEmergency Bulb and Fuse Kit - 12 volt, for vehicles using H4 headlamp bulbs. A compact set of replacement bulbs and fuses to carry in the vehicle,...
View full detailsOil Filter Guard - a protective shield fitted over the spin-on engine oil filter. It shields the oil filter canister from impact and debris thrown...
View full detailsPropshaft UJ Silicone Sleeve fits over the rear propshaft universal joint on 63 mm diameter propshafts. It shields the joint from road dirt, grit a...
View full detailsKit - Caliper Brake Pad
Blade Fuse rated at 10 A, colour-coded red to match its rating. This standard automotive blade fuse plugs into the vehicle fuse box and protects it...
View full detailsAuto Transmission Service Kit - service kit for the ZF four-speed automatic gearbox, covering the internal oil filter and its sealing components. ...
View full detailsDoor Casing Stud - plastic push-fit stud used to secure interior trim panels to the door frame and body structure. The stud passes through the tri...
View full detailsOil Pump Gear Set - replacement gear set for the crankshaft-driven oil pump in the Rover V8 petrol engine lubrication system. The gears run in the...
View full detailsDifferential Lock Spring for the LT230 transfer box. It provides the spring load in the front output shaft centre differential lock mechanism, retu...
View full detailsScrew - threaded fastener used in vehicle assembly.
Fifth Speed Gear - 19-tooth 5th driven gear for the R380 five-speed manual gearbox. Mounts on the mainshaft and meshes with the layshaft to provid...
View full detailsLightbar , roof satin black powder coated tubular steel Discovery 1 &: 2
Oil Strainer for the LT77 and R380 five-speed manual gearboxes, located in the rear extension case. Filters the gearbox oil drawn by the internal ...
View full detailsGearchange Lever Oil Seal seals the gearchange lever where it enters the manual gearbox housing. It retains transmission oil around the selector l...
View full detailsCross Pin for the LT230 transfer box centre differential. This one-piece heavy-duty cross pin (differential spindle) carries the centre-differenti...
View full detailsDifferential Lock Ring for the LT230 transfer box. It operates on the front output shaft as part of the centre differential lock mechanism, engagin...
View full detailsFront Door Glass Guide is a moulded plastic guide that locates the front door drop glass within its window channel. Fitted inside the door frame, ...
View full detailsHex Nut - threaded fastener with a six-sided body for a standard spanner or socket.
Drive Plate (flexplate) couples the V8 petrol engine crankshaft to the automatic transmission torque converter. The drive plate bolts to the rear ...
View full detailsNyloc Flanged Nut - M8 flanged nut with a nylon insert, used on front suspension fixings. The nylon collar deforms around the bolt thread as the n...
View full detailsFlanged Screw - threaded fastener with an integral flange head that spreads the clamping load, used in vehicle assembly.
Differential Lock Selector Fork for the LT230 transfer box. It acts on the front output shaft differential lock sleeve, translating selector moveme...
View full detailsFront Drive Flange Spacer for the LT230 transfer box. Fits on the transfer box front output shaft behind the drive flange, setting the correct sha...
View full detailsValve Guide for the cylinder head valve train of the Rover V8 petrol engine. The guide is an interference fit in the cylinder head and locates the...
View full detailsValve Guide for the cylinder head valve train of the Rover V8 petrol engine. The guide is an interference fit in the cylinder head and locates the...
View full detailsGlovebox Lock for the facia glovebox, the latch assembly that secures the glovebox lid closed. It mounts in the glovebox lid and engages the strik...
View full detailsCylinder Block Bolt - for the Rover V8 petrol engine. Threads into the cast cylinder block as part of the engine's structural assembly.
Wiper Spindle Washer for the rear screen wiper assembly. This plastic outer washer fits over the wiper spindle where it exits the body panel, seati...
View full detailsO-Ring that seals the oil cooler pipe and hose connections. It provides the seal at engine and transmission oil cooler unions, on manual and autom...
View full detailsCam Follower - a roller-type tappet operating in the engine valve train, between the camshaft and the pushrod. It rides on the camshaft lobe and t...
View full detailsPiston for the 4.0L V8 EFI petrol engine, supplied without piston rings. Reciprocates within the cylinder bore, transmitting combustion pressure t...
View full detailsPiston for the 4.0L V8 EFI petrol engine, high-compression specification. Reciprocates within the cylinder bore, transmitting combustion pressure ...
View full detailsO-Ring is a sealing ring used on the V8 EFI petrol engine. It seals an engine sensor at its mounting, maintaining a leak-tight joint.
The Discovery 2 (L318) is a body-on-frame ladder-chassis vehicle built from 1998 to 2004 at Solihull. It runs live axles front and rear with permanent four-wheel drive, and was available with the 2.5-litre Td5 inline-five diesel or the 4.0-litre and 4.6-litre Rover V8 petrol engines. Gearbox options were a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic. Some later variants were fitted with ACE (Active Cornering Enhancement), an electronically controlled hydraulic anti-roll system.
Budget Parts stocks parts across the full range of Discovery 2 service and repair requirements. Coverage includes:
Genuine and direct OEM supply for the Discovery 2 is more limited than for later Discovery generations, as production ended in 2004. Budget Parts maintains aftermarket and compatible OEM stock for this generation, including parts that have been discontinued from the Land Rover Genuine supply chain.
Reference note: The JLR Classic parts portal at parts.jaguarlandroverclassic.com lists the Discovery 2 under the L318 designation with a production range of 1998 to 2004 and covers the same parts categories listed above.
Fitment GuidanceThe Discovery 2 does not share a platform with the Discovery 3 or Discovery 4. It is the last Land Rover SUV to use the ladder-frame architecture derived from the original 1970 Range Rover underpinnings. When the Discovery 3 (L319) arrived in 2004 it moved to an entirely different Integrated Body Frame architecture with independent air suspension, meaning no structural, suspension, or driveline parts cross over between the two generations.
The Discovery 2 does share some non-structural hardware with the Defender where both were fitted with the same Td5 engine from 1998 onwards. Td5-specific engine components such as injector seals, dipstick O-rings, and manifold studs may be common across the two platforms, but always confirm fitment by part number before ordering.
ACE-equipped Discovery 2 vehicles use hydraulic actuators connected to the front and rear anti-roll bars. If your vehicle has ACE fitted, confirm this before ordering suspension components, as certain anti-roll bar and bush specifications differ from non-ACE variants.
For vehicles built before and after the 2002 model year update, some sensor, injection system, and electrical connector specifications changed. Confirm your production year from your VIN before ordering electrical and fuel system parts.
Use the engine variant, year, and category filters above the product grid to narrow this collection to parts that match your specific Discovery 2.
The Land Rover Discovery 2 was produced from 1998 to 2004 in a single generation with a mid-cycle update for the 2002 model year. Ordering by year and engine variant gives the best fitment match for the majority of parts. For electrical components, sensors, and fuel system items, confirming your exact production date via VIN is strongly recommended.
Your VIN is a 17-character code on the A-pillar door jamb, on the windscreen base, or in your vehicle documentation. The 10th character identifies the model year. Land Rover publishes a VIN model year guide at landrover.co.uk that maps the 10th character to the corresponding production year.
If you are ordering suspension, engine, or fuel system parts and are unsure of your production date, use the VIN reference before placing your order. Product listings on this site confirm fitment by model and year. Where a part fits a specific production range only, this is noted in the listing.
Technical GuidesThe guides below cover diagnostic and maintenance topics directly relevant to the Discovery 2 (L318). They provide technical depth on common failure patterns and correct replacement decisions. These guides support the parts range on this page and are intended to be read before placing an order where a fault has been identified.
Covers why the rear crossmember corrodes from the inside out on L318 vehicles, how to inspect for structural failure, and which repair section to select for a long-term fix. Relevant to any Discovery 2 owner preparing for an APK or MOT structural assessment, or dealing with visible corrosion on the rear chassis.
Discovery 2 rear crossmember →Explains why the Td5 exhaust manifold warps and cracks under load, and identifies the correct stud and manifold specifications for a permanent repair rather than a temporary fix. Relevant to Discovery 2 Td5 owners with ticking, whistling, or exhaust blow under cold start or load conditions.
Td5 exhaust manifold fix →Walks through every common cause of overheating on Land Rover vehicles, including the Discovery 2 Td5 and V8, and explains how to identify the failing component before ordering. Covers thermostat failure, water pump wear, coolant hose fatigue, and viscous fan coupling failure.
Land Rover overheating diagnosis →If you know the type of part you need, these category collections cover the relevant components across all compatible Land Rover models:
Air springs, shock absorbers, control arms, and steering components.
Land Rover suspension parts →Propshafts, driveshafts, universal joints, and output shaft seals.
Land Rover driveshaft parts →Discs, pads, calipers, and hydraulic components.
Land Rover brake parts →Radiators, thermostats, water pumps, and coolant hoses.
Land Rover cooling parts →The Land Rover Discovery 2, also known as the Discovery Series II, was produced from 1998 to 2004. It carries the chassis code L318 and was assembled at Solihull in the United Kingdom. It was replaced in 2004 by the Discovery 3 (L319), which uses a completely different platform.
The Discovery 2 was available with three engines: the 2.5-litre Td5 inline-five diesel, the 4.0-litre Rover V8 petrol, and the 4.6-litre Rover V8 petrol. The 4.6-litre V8 was available in certain markets on 2003 and 2004 model year vehicles. In the UK the only V8 offered was the 4.0-litre. Parts listings on this site confirm which engine variant each component fits.
No. The Discovery 2 uses a body-on-frame ladder chassis with live axles front and rear. The Discovery 3 (L319) uses an entirely different Integrated Body Frame architecture with independent air suspension. There is no structural, suspension, or driveline crossover between the two generations. Some generic fasteners and hardware may overlap, but always confirm compatibility by part number before ordering.
Some components are shared between the Discovery 2 and the Defender where both use the same Td5 engine. Certain Td5 engine items including injector seals, manifold studs, and dipstick O-rings may carry the same part number across both vehicles. Confirm fitment by part number for any engine component before ordering across model lines.
For most service and wear items, your model year and engine variant are sufficient. For electrical components, sensors, fuel system parts, and items that changed across the 2002 model year update, confirming your exact production date via VIN gives the most reliable fitment match. Your VIN is on the A-pillar door jamb or windscreen base. The 10th character identifies the model year.
Yes. Budget Parts is based in the Netherlands and holds stock at EU locations. All orders ship from within the EU, which means no customs charges or import delays for buyers in EU member states. VAT is handled correctly for both private buyers and registered businesses.