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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.
Swivel Housing Grease for the front axle swivel assembly, supplied as a single pre-measured one-shot sachet. The sachet delivers the correct charg...
View full detailsPropshaft Bolt - a fastener that secures the propshaft universal-joint flange to the differential drive flange within the driveline. It clamps the...
View full detailsCrankshaft Spigot Bush is the clutch pilot bush that presses into the rear face of the crankshaft, between the engine and the clutch. It supports ...
View full detailsOil Filter for Land Rover petrol and diesel engines, part of the engine lubrication circuit. This screw-on canister filter threads onto the filter...
View full detailsFront cover oil seal
Clutch Release Staple is the spring retaining clip that secures the clutch release bearing assembly to the clutch fork, holding the bearing in posi...
View full detailsDrain Plug for differential casings and LT230 transfer boxes. The tapered plug seals the oil drain, fill, and level holes in differential and axle...
View full detailsTiming Chain for the Rover V8 petrol engine, part of the camshaft drive assembly located in the front timing cover. This single-row roller chain t...
View full detailsUniversal Joint for the propshaft, transmitting rotational drive between shaft sections while accommodating the angular movement of the driveline. ...
View full detailsWheel Spanner with a 27 mm socket, a hand tool for removing and refitting wheel nuts. Engages the 27 mm hexagon of the wheel nut to loosen or tigh...
View full detailsClutch Fork Insert is the nylon insulator that fits over the clutch fork pivot pin inside the bellhousing, cushioning the fork at its fulcrum point...
View full detailsPop Rivet (blind rivet) for fastening panels, trim and brackets where access is only available from one side. The rivet is fitted into a drilled h...
View full detailsClutch Fork Clip secures the clutch arm rod to the release fork inside the gearbox bellhousing on LT77, LT85, and R380 5-speed manual gearboxes. T...
View full detailsHydraulic Tappet fitted within the V8 petrol engine valve train, where it maintains zero valve clearance automatically. Engine oil pressure fills ...
View full detailsThis camshaft sprocket is designed for Land Rover V8 engines, providing precise timing and reliable performance.
Clutch release fork kit used within the manual transmission clutch release mechanism. The release fork operates in the clutch housing and transfers...
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 detailsSpring Washer - M6 single-coil spring lock washer. Fitted beneath a nut or bolt head, the split single-coil section bears against the fastener to ...
View full detailsCore Plug for the V8 petrol cylinder block and inlet manifold. The cup-type plug seals the casting core holes left in the coolant jacket after man...
View full detailsClutch Release Bush for V8 petrol applications, located within the clutch assembly at the rear of the crankshaft. The bush seats in the spigot rec...
View full detailsGearbox Selector Ball is a hardened steel detent ball used in the manual transmission gear-selection mechanism. Spring-loaded against the selector...
View full detailsSelf-Tapping Screw – No. 8 × 5/8 in is a general-purpose fastener for securing body, trim and panel fixings. Being self-tapping, it forms its own ...
View full detailsWheel Spanner - 24mm for removing and fitting wheel nuts on Land Rover vehicles. This 24mm spanner is sized for the standard wheel nut used across...
View full detailsDust Cap is the small protective cover that fits over a hydraulic bleed nipple in the braking system. Pushed onto the bleed screw of a brake calip...
View full detailsClutch Release Fork operates inside the bellhousing as part of the manual transmission clutch release mechanism. Pivoting on its mounting in the c...
View full detailsOil Filler Cap O-Ring seals the oil filler cap to the rocker cover. It forms an oil-tight seal at the cap-to-cover joint, preventing oil leakage a...
View full detailsCore Plug for the rear of the camshaft bore in the V8 petrol cylinder block. The cup-type plug seals the machined opening at the rear of the camsh...
View full detailsDifferential Pinion Inner Taper Roller Bearing used in the differential pinion shaft assembly within the axle final drive. The bearing supports th...
View full detailsPropshaft UJ Circlip - a retaining clip for the universal joint of the propeller shaft. It seats in the groove of the yoke ear and holds the beari...
View full detailsPlain Nut - an M10 threaded fastener used at engine and chassis fixing points. Applications include retaining the shock absorber mountings to the ...
View full detailsClutch Lever Clip that retains the clutch release lever on its pivot post within the gearbox bellhousing. The clip holds the release fork onto the...
View full detailsRocker Shaft for the valvetrain of the Rover V8 petrol engine. The shaft mounts on the cylinder head and carries the rocker arms, transferring pus...
View full detailsHose Clip - Jubilee - 70-92mm is a worm-drive band clamp with a clamping range of 70-92 mm. It secures a hose over its spigot or connector, compre...
View full detailsPanhard Rod Bolt with a 1/2" UNF (Unified National Fine) imperial thread and a 3-1/4" shank length, manufactured to a high-tensile grade. Secures ...
View full detailsRear Main Bearing Cap Seal for the Rover V8 petrol engine, sealing the joint between the rear main bearing cap and the cylinder block. This crucif...
View full detailsSpare Wheel Cover for an externally mounted spare wheel sized 7.50x16 (235/85R16). Constructed from soft vinyl, it shields the spare wheel and tyr...
View full detailsShock Absorber Washer Retaining washer for the rear shock absorber lower mounting. Part of the rear suspension assembly, it locates over the lower...
View full detailsBolt is an M8 x 80 mm threaded fastener used to clamp two components together at a bolted joint. It is tightened into a threaded hole or secured w...
View full detailsMain Switch - heavy-duty main electrical switch rated at 1000A. Switches the primary high-current circuit, suited to continuous heavy-duty loads.
Crankshaft Oil Seal - Rear seals the rear of the crankshaft where it leaves the cylinder block at the flywheel end, retaining oil within the bottom...
View full detailsCrankshaft 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 detailsRocker Arm for the rocker shaft valvetrain assembly of the Rover V8 petrol engine. The rocker arm pivots on the rocker shaft and transmits the lif...
View full detailsFlanged Bolt - an M6 x 25mm hexagon-head bolt with an integral flange formed beneath the head. The flange provides a wide bearing face that spread...
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 detailsManifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor, part of the engine management system. The MAP sensor measures the absolute pressure inside the intake man...
View full detailsDistributor Gear
Rocker Arm for the rocker shaft valvetrain assembly of the Rover V8 petrol engine. The rocker arm pivots on the rocker shaft and transmits the lif...
View full detailsRocker Arm - Steel - LH for the valve train of the Rover V8 engine, part of the Cylinder Head & Valve Train assembly. This steel rocker arm pi...
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.