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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.
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Crankshaft Timing Chain Sprocket The drive sprocket mounted on the nose of the crankshaft within the timing chain drive of the Rover V8 petrol engi...
View full detailsInterior Lamp Bulb is a 239-type festoon bulb rated 12V 5W with a C11 (SV8.5) double-ended cap, used in the interior lighting circuit. The bulb se...
View full detailsFuel Connector Block Gasket for the Td5 2.5L five-cylinder turbo diesel engine, sealing the fuel connector block to the engine within the fuel pres...
View full detailsOil Pressure Switch for the V8 petrol engine, forming part of the engine oil pressure warning circuit within the lubrication system. The switch th...
View full detailsLower Ball Joint - Front Hub for the front axle steering knuckle (swivel housing) assembly. The knuckle pivots on an upper and a lower ball joint;...
View full detailsFuel Filler Latch Clip is a small retaining clip within the fuel filler flap assembly. It holds the spring-loaded latch in position inside the fil...
View full detailsRubber Mounting A flexible rubber isolation mount used in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system and air-cleaner assembly. It locates and supp...
View full detailsTaper Roller Bearing - Diff Pinion - Outer is the outer pinion bearing in the differential final drive assembly, supporting the pinion shaft where ...
View full detailsHydraulic Tappet fitted within the V8 petrol engine valve train, where it maintains zero valve clearance automatically. Engine oil pressure fills ...
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Inlet Manifold Seal sealing the inlet manifold to the cylinder block valley on the V8 petrol engine. This formed seal closes the manifold valley j...
View full detailsOil cooler adapter gasket
Injector O-Ring for the 2.5L Td5 5-Cylinder Turbo Diesel fuel injection system. This O-ring seats in the groove on the injector body at the cylind...
View full detailsPanhard Rod Bush from the front suspension's lateral location linkage. The Panhard rod controls sideways movement of the axle relative to the body...
View full detailsRear Exhaust Silencer from the rear section of the exhaust system, incorporating the tailpipe. Positioned at the end of the exhaust run, it provid...
View full detailsExhaust Downpipe Assembly from the front section of the exhaust system, for the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel. Installed directly downstream of...
View full detailsPolyvee Auxiliary Drive Belt, 1870 mm in length, running in the engine front-end auxiliary drive. Driven by the crankshaft pulley, the belt routes...
View full detailsBrake Pipe Union - a female union fitting for 3/16" (4.75mm) hydraulic brake pipe, with an M10 x 1mm thread. Machined from brass, it threads onto ...
View full detailsCoolant Expansion Tank Cap rated at 1.4 bar, fitted to the expansion (header) tank of the engine cooling system. The cap seals the expansion tank ...
View full detailsGearbox Oil 75W80 is a 75W80-grade manual transmission fluid (MTF) formulated for the R380 5-speed manual gearbox. It lubricates the gears, synchr...
View full detailsAmber Side Repeater Lamp, a body-side lamp that repeats the direction indicator signal. The amber lens flashes in time with the front and rear ind...
View full detailsGearbox Mainshaft Oil Seal, fitted where the mainshaft passes through the gearbox casing on the 5-speed manual transmission. It runs against the r...
View full detailsGrommet
This camshaft sprocket is designed for Land Rover V8 engines, providing precise timing and reliable performance.
Fuel Tank Locking Ring for the fuel pump and sender unit assembly. This ring secures the fuel pump and sender unit in the top of the fuel tank, pr...
View full detailsCamshaft Cover Grommet sealing the camshaft cover to the cylinder head on the Td5 2.5L five-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The grommet forms a stat...
View full detailsHandbrake Shoe Set for the transmission handbrake. Part of the transfer-box-mounted drum parking brake. The shoes expand against the inside of the...
View full detailsFlange Head Screw, metric M6 x 20 mm. The integral flange beneath the hex head spreads the clamping load over a wider area and helps resist looseni...
View full detailsMirror Adapter for the exterior door mirror assembly. This adaptor forms the interface between the mirror glass and the mirror body, locating the ...
View full detailsBrake Caliper for the rear braking assembly, mounted on the right-hand side. The caliper houses the piston and hydraulic fluid inlet, converting p...
View full detailsAnti-Roll Bar Bush for the anti-roll bar within the suspension stabiliser assembly. The bush locates and insulates the anti-roll bar at its chassi...
View full detailsPropshaft Bolt Kit - Rear is a driveline fixing set for securing the rear propeller shaft at its flange connections. The kit provides the correct-...
View full detailsEngine Mount - Rubber - Diesel supports the engine on the chassis and isolates it from the vehicle structure. The bonded rubber element absorbs co...
View full detailsClutch release fork kit used within the manual transmission clutch release mechanism. The release fork operates in the clutch housing and transfers...
View full detailsStarter Motor Repair Kit for the solenoid on the Td5 starter motor (NAD101240). The kit renews the solenoid's copper contacts and plunger - the pa...
View full detailsFlange Bolt is an M8 hexagon flange bolt with a 40 mm shank length. The integral flange beneath the head spreads clamping load over a wider bearin...
View full detailsDepression control valve assembly TD5 and 2L Freelander
Flanged Screw, M8 x 20mm. A hex-head set screw with an integral flange beneath the head that spreads the clamping load and acts as a built-in washe...
View full detailsInjector O-Ring for the 2.5L Td5 5-Cylinder Turbo Diesel fuel injection system. This O-ring seats in the groove on the injector body at the cylind...
View full detailsFlange Screw, M6 x 16mm. A hex-head set screw with an integral flange beneath the head that spreads the clamping load and acts as a built-in washer...
View full detailsHeadlight Bulb – H4 – 12V 60/55W is a dual-filament halogen headlamp bulb for headlamp units that take the standard H4 fitting. It carries both the...
View full detailsCoolant Hose connecting the heater circuit to the oil cooler on the Td5 2.5L five-cylinder turbo diesel. The hose carries engine coolant along the...
View full detailsGlow plug TD5
Coolant Temperature Sensor threads into the cylinder head and reports engine coolant temperature to the engine management system and the instrument...
View full detailsAir Spring – Rear for self-levelling rear suspension that uses pneumatic air springs in place of conventional coil springs. Each air spring mounts...
View full detailsReverse & Differential Lock Switch is a plunger-operated switch used in the manual gearbox and transfer box electrical circuits. The same swit...
View full detailsWater Pump from the engine cooling system of the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel. It circulates coolant through the cylinder block and cylinder h...
View full detailsThe 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.