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RNB103533R - Shock Absorber – Front – Less ACE

- €39,40
€39,40
€39,40 - €39,40
€39,40
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Front Shock Absorber - part of the front suspension damping assembly.

Mounted between the front axle and its chassis bracket, the damper works with the front road spring to control axle oscillation and body movement, keeping the tyre loaded over uneven ground. Symptoms of a worn unit are float or wallow after a bump, nose dive under braking and cupped tyre wear.

This is the damper specification for coil-sprung / self-levelling chassis without air suspension and without Active Cornering Enhancement (ACE). Vehicles built with air suspension, or with ACE, take a different damper and the two are not interchangeable. Fit one per side and renew as an axle pair so damping stays balanced left to right.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Fitment Notes DISCOVERY 2 1998-2004 — Front shock absorber (damper front). With coil spring / self-levelling suspension; less air suspension, less ACE (Active Cornering Enhancement). VIN range (V)XA237290 to (V)2A999999. Qty 2 per vehicle.
Alternative Codes
RNB103533RRNB103533

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Frequently asked questions

What does the front shock absorber do on a Discovery 2?
The front shock absorber on the Discovery 2 damps front axle movement, working with the road spring so the tyre stays in contact over uneven ground. It mounts between the front axle and its chassis bracket. This is the damper for coil-sprung, self-levelling vehicles built without air suspension and without ACE.
What does less ACE mean for fitment on my Discovery 2?
Less ACE means this damper suits Discovery 2 vehicles built without Active Cornering Enhancement and without air suspension. ACE-equipped and air-suspension vehicles use a different, non-interchangeable damper. The fitment runs from VIN XA237290 to 2A999999, so check your build and VIN before ordering.
Should I replace Discovery 2 front dampers in pairs?
Replacing Discovery 2 front dampers as an axle pair is the balanced approach, since two are fitted, one per side. Renewing both together keeps damping matched left to right. A single worn damper typically causes float after bumps, nose dive under braking and cupped tyre wear.

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