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LR001242 - Valve Stem Seal

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Valve Stem Seal - valve train sealing component in the cylinder head of the 2.2L Td4 diesel engine.

The seal fits over the valve stem at the top of the valve guide and meters the oil passing down the stem, keeping the stem and guide lubricated while preventing oil from being drawn into the port and combustion chamber.

16 seals are used per engine.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015+ (L550)
Land Rover Freelander 2 2006-2014 (L359)
Range Rover Evoque 2012-2018 (L538)
Fitment Notes FREELANDER 2 2006-2014 — 2.2L Td4 Diesel (2.2L CR DI 16V Diesel / 2.2L DOHC EFI TC DW12)
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE 2012-2018 (L538) — 2.2L Td4 Diesel
DISCOVERY SPORT 2015 ONWARDS (L550) — 2.2L Td4 Diesel
Cylinder head / camshaft and valve train. Qty 16 per vehicle.
Alternative Codes
LR001242

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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 does the LR001242 valve stem seal do?
The LR001242 valve stem seal fits over the valve stem at the top of the valve guide in the 2.2L Td4 diesel cylinder head. It meters the oil passing down the stem, keeping the stem and guide lubricated while preventing oil being drawn into the port and combustion chamber.
How many valve stem seals does the 2.2 Td4 engine use?
Sixteen seals are used per 2.2L Td4 diesel engine. They are renewed as a full set whenever the cylinder head is off, since replacing just one leaves the rest to fail. Order the complete quantity for the job.
Which models does this valve stem seal fit?
This valve stem seal fits the 2.2L Td4 diesel engine in the Freelander 2 (2006-2014), Range Rover Evoque L538 (2012-2018) and Discovery Sport (2015 on). Confirm your vehicle has the 2.2 Td4 diesel before ordering.
What are the symptoms of worn valve stem seals?
Worn valve stem seals typically show as oil consumption and blue exhaust smoke, worst on start-up or over-run as oil is drawn past the guide. Renewing all sixteen seals restores oil control in the valve train without a full engine rebuild.