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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.
Injector O-Ring and Washer Kit - the sealing set for the fuel injectors of the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel engine. Each injector seals at two...
View full detailsHead Bolt Set - cylinder head fixings for the 2.5L Td5 five-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The bolts clamp the cylinder head to the block, compress...
View full detailsElectronic Fan Conversion Kit - converts the engine cooling circuit of the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel from the belt-driven mechanical fan to ...
View full detailsFlywheel and clutch kit for the Td5 clutch assembly, supplied as a matched set. The flywheel bolts to the rear of the crankshaft and provides the ...
View full detailsShock Absorber A rear suspension damper of foam cell (cellular dynamic) construction. It mounts between the axle and the chassis to control spring ...
View full detailsEGR Blanking & Silicone Hose Kit disables the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) function on the Td5 engine, blanking off the recirculation of exh...
View full detailsSynchroniser Assembly for 3rd and 4th gear, mounted on the mainshaft of the R380 five-speed manual gearbox. The assembly locks the selected gear t...
View full detailsWater housing kit for the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel, covering the coolant outlet at the cylinder head where the top radiator hose connects. ...
View full detailsRear Shock Absorber fits in the rear suspension, damping spring and axle movement to keep the tyres in contact with the road surface. Gas-charged ...
View full detailsOil pump relief valve washer V8
Service kit containing the filters, sealing washer and engine oil for a routine service of the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel. This kit includes...
View full detailsSynchroniser Assembly for 5th gear, mounted on the mainshaft of the R380 five-speed manual gearbox. The sliding sleeve is moved by the fifth-gear ...
View full detailsTubular Winch Bumper replaces the standard front bumper and provides a mounting platform for a recovery winch. The tubular steel construction adds...
View full detailsRear Outrigger - Right-Hand Side - the structural chassis outrigger for the right-hand (offside) rear of the chassis frame. Outriggers are the lat...
View full detailsA/C Pipe - Evaporator to Compressor is the suction line of the air conditioning refrigerant circuit, for the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel. It ...
View full detailsTransfer Box Overhaul Kit for the LT230 transfer box. The LT230 is the two-speed transfer box that splits drive from the gearbox between the front...
View full detailsService Kit Inc Cataclean - Defender & Discovery 2 TD5
Timing Chain Kit for the 2.5L Td5 five-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The timing drive sits at the front of the engine behind the timing cover and ...
View full detailsFront Shock Absorber fits in the front suspension, damping spring oscillation and axle movement to keep the tyres in contact with the road surface....
View full detailsTransfer Box Overhaul Kit - a complete rebuild kit for the LT230 transfer box, the two-speed transfer case that splits drive from the gearbox betwe...
View full detailsFuel Filler Surround
Wheel Arch Kit - set of replacement wheel arch mouldings for the outer body panels. The mouldings cover the joint between the body panel and the w...
View full detailsFlywheel Clutch Kit - TD5
Wheel Arch Trim Kit providing a full six-piece set of extended wheel arch flares that fit over the standard arches. The flares extend approximatel...
View full detailsA/C Hose - Compressor to Condenser is the discharge line of the air conditioning refrigerant circuit, for the Td5 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo diesel. It...
View full detailsBonnet Insulation Clip retains the sound-and-heat insulation pad to the underside of the bonnet. The clip secures the insulation pad against the b...
View full detailsAir Flow Meter Body - the housing of the mass air flow meter in the engine air intake, located between the air filter and the throttle housing on V...
View full detailsFirtree Clip - a push-in fastener with a ribbed, fir-tree profile that grips into a pre-drilled panel hole. Used to secure trim panels, wiring loo...
View full detailsDoor Check Arm Pin for the door check strap assembly. This pin secures the door check arm to its mounting bracket on the body, retaining the arm t...
View full detailsRubber Mount - isolating mount in the suspension system. Cushions and locates suspension components against the chassis, damping vibration and noi...
View full detailsMounting Bracket - support bracket in the suspension system. Secures suspension components to the chassis. Used in air suspension and active anti-...
View full detailsBumper Mounting Bobbin is a mounting bobbin for the front bumper. It sits between the bumper and its mounting bracket, locating the front bumper a...
View full detailsGaiter Bezel - Gear Lever - the trim surround that frames the gear lever gaiter where it meets the centre console, forming part of the console trim...
View full detailsWiper Motor Grommet for the rear screen wiper assembly. It seals the aperture in the rear door or tailgate where the wiper motor spindle passes thr...
View full detailsFlanged Bolt secures the steering damper bush at the steering damper mounting. The flange spreads the clamp load across the bush, retaining the da...
View full detailsUnderside Protection Bar - a front underbody protection member for the body and chassis. Mounted transversely across the chassis at the front end,...
View full detailsClutch Driven Plate - the friction disc of the clutch, splined to the gearbox input shaft and clamped between the flywheel and the clutch cover. I...
View full detailsAir Flow Meter Body and Fixings
Suspension Damper
Tow Ball & Pin is a towing coupling component that mounts to the tow bracket or drop plate. The ball provides the coupling point onto which a ...
View full detailsBrake Disc - Front Brakes - Vented
Water Pump Seal - sealing ring for the coolant pump within the engine cooling circuit. It forms the coolant-tight joint between the pump and its m...
View full detailsCoolant Hose - Thermostat to Pipe is a moulded coolant hose within the engine cooling circuit. It connects the thermostat housing to the coolant p...
View full detailsSensor - Air Flow
Cam Cover Gasket for the 2.5L Td5 5-Cylinder Turbo Diesel engine. This gasket seals the camshaft cover to the top of the cylinder head, preventing...
View full detailsFlywheel Bolt for the 2.5L Td5 five-cylinder diesel engine with manual gearbox. This bolt secures the flywheel to the rear flange of the crankshaft...
View full detailsCentre Differential Lock Lever Kit - LT230 - linkage assembly that adds a manual centre differential lock control to the LT230 transfer case. The ...
View full detailsStud
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.