Land Rover Discovery L550 Wing Mirror Convex Glass Left N/S LR048360

Land Rover Discovery L550 Wing Mirror Convex Glass Left N/S is an original component from the Mirror components group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The convex working surface improves the driver's field of view, increasing safety during maneuvering and comfort in everyday driving. This solution is particularly useful in urban traffic as well as when driving with a trailer or off-road.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR048360
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR048360
• Substitutable numbers: LR048360, EJ3217K707BA, EJ32-17K707-BA
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Mirror Components

Technical characteristics of the mirror glass

The mirror glass has been designed specifically for Land Rover models, maintaining factory geometry and fitment for the mirror housing on the left side of the vehicle body. The convex profile of the optical surface allows for wider coverage of the blind spot area while maintaining a clear, predictable image. As a result, the driver gains better control over the situation in the adjacent lane and the side area of the vehicle. The element belongs to the Mirror components group, which means it is designed to work with the factory adjustment mechanism in the mirror housing. The glass construction allows for proper transmission of movement from the adjustment mechanism, ensuring precise setting of the viewing angle.

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The left side mirror glass plays a key role in observing the space along the side of the car, especially during:

• lane changes and overtaking,
• parallel parking and maneuvers near the curb,
• off-road driving, where monitoring obstacles on the left side is essential,
• towing a trailer or caravan. Thanks to the convex profile, the driver receives a wider viewing angle than with flat glass, which reduces the risk of missing vehicles in the blind spot. This is particularly important in SUV-type vehicles, such as the Land Rover Discovery, where the dimensions of the body require precise control of the surroundings.

Benefits of using original mirror glass

Using dedicated mirror glass for a Land Rover ensures:

• factory fitment to the mirror housing on the left side,
• optical consistency with the right mirror, which facilitates distance estimation,
• stable mounting, reducing image vibration while driving,
• preservation of the original field of view characteristics intended by the manufacturer. This solution is especially recommended when replacing damaged glass after a collision, impact with an obstacle, or as a result of operational wear. Choosing an element from the same construction group as the factory equipment allows for maintaining predictable vehicle behavior during maneuvers.

Selection and compatibility

The manufacturer's markings and interchangeable numbers assigned to this mirror glass facilitate verification of compatibility with a specific version of the Land Rover Discovery L550. When selecting, it is worth comparing the placement on the vehicle, the surface type (convex), and the affiliation with the Mirror components group to ensure that the component will work with the existing housing and adjustment mechanism. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side visibility zone in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as glass, housings, or adjustment inserts, check the available parts in the Land Rover Mirror components category.

Installation and safety tips

When replacing the side mirror glass, it is recommended to carefully unclip the old element from the mounts, check the condition of the adjustment mechanism, and precisely seat the new glass in the mounting points. Properly installed glass should operate smoothly across the full range of adjustment and show no play. In the case of vehicles where other safety components are being replaced in parallel, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the principles of selecting used parts – especially in the area of the braking system. The guide article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS? may be helpful, showing what to pay attention to when purchasing elements from the secondary market.