Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Bonnet Hood Hinge Left N/S Santorini Black - 820

Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Left Bonnet Hinge Black Santorini - 820 is an original part from the Bonnet Hinges, Latches & Other Parts category, designed for precise guidance and support of the bonnet in your Discovery 4. A used hinge in Santorini Black - 820 colour helps maintain the visual consistency of the bodywork and the correct geometry of bonnet opening, which is important for both safety and comfort of accessing the engine compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR018697-SAB
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR018697
• Substitutable numbers: LR018697, 4H2216537BB, 4H22-16537-BB
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Santorini Black - 820
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Bonnet Hinge Purpose and Function

The left bonnet hinge in the Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 is responsible for stable guidance of the engine cover during opening and closing. A correctly selected part ensures:

• smooth bonnet movement without jamming or sheet metal stress,
• proper positioning relative to the fenders and front panel,
• reduced risk of bonnet misalignment and paint damage on the edges.

The left-side placement is important for mounting geometry – using the correct hinge allows for maintaining factory mounting points and mechanism operating parameters.

Santorini Black - 820 Colour and Visual Matching

The Santorini Black - 820 finish facilitates the integration of the hinge with the factory body paint in this colour. This is particularly important in areas visible when the bonnet is open, where colour differences might be noticeable upon closer inspection of the vehicle.

By maintaining the correct colour, you reduce the need for additional painting of the part, which shortens repair time and simplifies the installation process after bodywork and painting repairs.

Original Land Rover Part – Technical Benefits

As a Land Rover product, the bonnet hinge has been designed for the specific construction of the Discovery 4 L319. This means:

• factory fit to mounting points on the bonnet and bodywork,
• maintenance of the rigidity and operating characteristics intended by the manufacturer,
• compatibility with factory bonnet stops and gas struts (if present in the specific configuration).

A used OEM part is a solution that allows for maintaining a construction consistent with the manufacturer's design, while offering a favourable cost-to-quality ratio.

Left Bonnet Hinge and Safety/Operation

A properly functioning left bonnet hinge impacts the safety of vehicle operation during service work. Stable support and predictable bonnet movement reduce the risk of uncontrolled dropping and limit the stress on other mounting components.

Replacing a worn or damaged hinge with a functional component allows for:

• reduction of bonnet play and unwanted vibrations,
• maintenance of even gaps between the bonnet and adjacent panels,
• preparation of the vehicle for further bodywork or painting repairs without the need for additional mounting adjustments.

Land Rover Bonnet Hinges, Latches & Other Parts

If you also need other parts from the Bonnet Hinges, Latches & Other Parts category dedicated to this brand, check out our offer for Land Rover bonnet hinges, latches & other parts to complete a full set of components for front bodywork repairs.

Used Bonnet Hinge and Tuning/Modernization

Replacing the bonnet hinge can be part of broader bodywork modifications – from post-collision reconstruction to visual and functional projects. In such cases, it is worth considering the use of proven, used OEM components. More on the conscious selection of used body and mechanical parts can be found in the article Best Used Parts for Tuning Your Car, which discusses a practical approach to car modernization using second-hand parts.

Bonnet Hinge Selection by OEM Number and Compatibility

When selecting a bonnet hinge for the Land Rover Discovery 4 L319, it is crucial to match by OEM number and ensure compatibility with the specific body version. Correct identification helps avoid installation problems and ensures the proper operation of the bonnet opening mechanism.

If you want to streamline the process of selecting body parts by catalogue numbers, the guide How to Choose the Right Car Part by VIN and OEM Number may be helpful, offering practical tips on verifying compatibility and asking the right questions to the seller.