Range Rover Sport L494 Tailgate Boot Trunk Handle Opener CK52-4040C42-AA

Range Rover Sport L494 Tailgate Boot Trunk Handle Opener is an original body component from the Tailgates and rear parts category, designed for installation in the Range Rover Sport L494 generation model. This used, factory-original handle ensures the proper operation of the tailgate opening mechanism and maintains a consistent appearance of the rear body section with other OEM components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: CK52-4040C42-AA
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: CK52-4040C42-AA
• Substitutable numbers: CK52-4040C42-AA, CK524040C42AA, DK62-404C42-AC, DK62404C42AC, LR045165
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the tailgate handle

The tailgate handle in the Range Rover Sport L494 is responsible for the convenient and reliable opening of the rear section of the vehicle, while also serving as a visible exterior element. Using an original Land Rover component allows for maintaining the correct mounting geometry, appropriate rigidity, and compatibility with factory tailgate elements. This component is particularly important in the case of post-accident repairs, replacement after mechanical damage, or restoring full functionality of the tailgate after years of operation. Choosing a handle from the same design group as the factory part minimizes the risk of issues with closing, looseness, or leaks around the tailgate area.

Benefits of using an original Land Rover handle

Using an original tailgate handle in the Range Rover Sport L494 translates into a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory body line and a consistent look of the rear of the vehicle,
• secure fit to the tailgate structure without the need for modifications,
• proper cooperation with existing mounting and sealing elements,
• possibility of direct replacement of the damaged element as part of standard service procedures. Thanks to this, the handle will work well both for typical maintenance replacement and for more extensive bodywork and paint repairs in the rear section of the vehicle. The original origin of the component reduces the risk of assembly problems and ensures predictable behavior in daily use.

Assembly characteristics and fitment

The handle has been designed as a body part dedicated to the specific tailgate construction of the Range Rover Sport L494. This means that:

• the spacing of the mounting points is consistent with the factory tailgate,
• the shape and profile of the handle match the contours of the rear body section,
• it is designed to work with original accompanying elements within the tailgate area. Such fitment facilitates workshop work and shortens assembly time, and the end user receives a solution close to the factory configuration of the vehicle. Precise fitment is important both for the ergonomics of operating the tailgate and for the aesthetics of the entire rear part of the car.

Product condition and service application

The offered handle comes from the used parts segment, which makes it an attractive cost alternative while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component is often chosen by workshops specializing in the Land Rover brand and by users who want to restore full functionality of the tailgate without giving up OEM parts. It works well both in routine repairs and in comprehensive reconstruction of the rear body section after a collision. The factory origin of the handle promotes maintaining proper assembly clearances and correct operation of the trunk opening mechanism in the long term. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as tailgate hinges, locks, or trim strips, check the available parts in the Land Rover Tailgates and rear parts category. For those interested in a broader perspective on selecting used OEM components, their impact on handling characteristics, and assembly aspects in vehicles with a sporty edge, the article Go-Kart Feeling XXL: used N18 turbocharger vs. B48 – what to choose for a Mini Cooper S? may be helpful, as it discusses a practical approach to choosing and installing components from the secondary market.