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90602202LR - Dowel – V8 Front Cover

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Dowel used for the precise location and alignment of the front cover to the cylinder block on Rover V8 engines.

These dowels ensure the front cover is correctly registered to the block before fastening, maintaining accurate alignment of the timing chain cover and gasket faces. Applicable to the 3.5L twin-carburettor, 3.9L and 4.0L EFI, and 4.6L EFI V8 engine variants.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Range Rover Classic 1994-2001 (P38)
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 — V8 front cover (3.5L twin carb) & cylinder block (4.0L EFI)
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — V8 front cover (3.5L twin carb) & cylinder block (3.9L/4.0L EFI)
DISCOVERY 2 1998-2004 — V8 cylinder block
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1994 — V8 front cover
RANGE ROVER P38 1994-2001 — V8 cylinder block (4.0L/4.6L EFI)
Alternative Codes
90602202LR90602202

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  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days after dispatch.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days after dispatch.
  • Outside EU/UK: contact us for an estimate.

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Frequently asked questions

What is this Dowel used for?
This Dowel locates and aligns the front cover to the cylinder block on the Rover V8 engine. It registers the cover to the block so it seats squarely before the bolts go in. It fits the V8 in the Defender, Discovery 1 and 2, Range Rover Classic and P38.
How many dowels are needed?
Dowels are typically used in pairs to locate the front cover, so it's common to need two. Check your block and cover for the number of dowel holes before ordering, and renew any that are worn or a loose fit.
Why does the dowel matter?
These dowels sit between the front cover and the cylinder block. Getting the cover correctly located matters for the crankshaft oil seal to run true, so worn or missing dowels can let the cover sit off-centre. Fit them before torquing the cover down.

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