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602152LR - Core Plug – 38mm

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Core 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 manufacture. Driven home, it closes the water passage and also acts as a frost plug, relieving pressure should the coolant freeze. Diameter 38 mm.
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)
Land Rover Series 2 and 3
Fitment Notes SERIES III — V8 petrol; cylinder block & inlet manifold
DEFENDER 1987-2006 — 3.5L V8 Twin Carb & 4.0L V8 EFI petrol; cylinder block & inlet manifold
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 (FA393361–WA799999) — 3.5L/3.9L/4.0L V8 petrol; cylinder block & inlet manifold
DISCOVERY 2 1998-2004 — V8 petrol; cylinder block
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1986-1991 (to HA610293) — V8 Twin Carb & EFI petrol; cylinder block & inlet manifold
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1992-1994 (from JA610294) — V8 EFI petrol; cylinder block
RANGE ROVER P38 1994-2001 — 4.0L/4.6L V8 EFI petrol; cylinder block
Size: 38mm
Alternative Codes
602152LR602152

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Frequently asked questions

What is the 38mm core plug used for?
The 38mm core plug is a cup-type plug that seals the casting core holes in the V8 petrol cylinder block and inlet manifold. Driven home, it closes the water passage left after manufacture.
Which vehicles use this 38mm core plug?
This core plug fits Rover V8 petrol engines in the Series 3, Defender, Discovery 1 and 2, Range Rover Classic and Range Rover P38. It seals core holes in the cylinder block and inlet manifold.
Does the core plug also act as a frost plug?
Yes, the core plug doubles as a frost plug. If the coolant freezes it can push out and relieve pressure, helping protect the block from cracking. Renew any plug showing corrosion or seepage.

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