Td5 head gasket failure from plastic dowels
Early Td5 engines locate the head with plastic dowels that can break, letting the head move and the gasket fail. The repair uses metal dowels and new head bolts.
Discovery · Series II (L318) · 1999–2004
Discovery 2 engine parts
Internal and external engine parts for Land Rover diesel and petrol engines, from the 300Tdi and Td5 to the TDV6, SDV6, SDV8 and Ingenium units.
What is specific to the Discovery 2
The Discovery 2 was sold in South Africa with 2 different engines. Internal parts, gaskets, timing components and sensors are specific to each, so the engine code decides the part before anything else.
Have this ready when you enquire
- The 17-character VIN from your licence document, which identifies your exact Series II (L318) (sold here 1999–2004) and its build.
- The engine code or number, because this model was sold with the 2.5 Td5 five-cylinder turbodiesel and V8 petrol.
- A photo of the old part or its part number, if you can get to it.
| Engine | Code / family | Fuel |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 Td5 five-cylinder turbodiesel | Td5 | Diesel |
| V8 petrol | — | Petrol |
Known Discovery 2 engine parts faults
Parts commonly needed for the Discovery 2
Td5 engine parts, including injector looms, fuel pressure regulators, head gaskets and cylinder heads, follow close behind.
Replacing the whole unit? A complete unit may cost less than rebuilding one on an older Discovery 2. See engines for sale or turbochargers for sale .
Choose the Discovery 2 part
Discovery 2 engine parts questions
How do I know which engine my Land Rover has?
Start with the VIN on your licence disc and in the windscreen corner. The vehicle's registration papers, the service book and the engine number stamped on the block also identify it. Model names alone are not enough: a Discovery 4, for example, came with different diesel and petrol engines, and a Defender could have a 300Tdi, Td5 or Puma diesel depending on its year. Send the VIN with your quote request so the part can be matched to the engine code.
Should I repair my Land Rover engine or replace it with a complete unit?
It depends on what failed. A leaking gasket, a worn timing kit or a faulty injector is a repair job. Bottom-end damage, such as a spun bearing or a broken crankshaft on a V6 diesel, often makes a complete replacement engine more practical than a rebuild, because the block, crank and turbo may all need attention. Get a proper diagnosis first, then compare the cost of a rebuild kit plus machining against a complete engine.
Engine Parts for other Discovery models
Other Discovery 2 systems
- Brakes
- Suspension
- Air Suspension
- Electrical
- Lighting
- Exhaust
- Transmission
- Cooling
- Fuel System
- Body Parts
- Interior
For how these parts work and the signs of wear, read the Land Rover engine parts guide.
The right engine parts for your Discovery 2
Share the VIN and engine number and the SparesBoyz parts team will check fitment before quoting.