Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Sport L320 Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Java Black - 697

Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 Sport L320 Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Java Black is an original bodywork component designed for the right side of the bonnet in Land Rover vehicles. Finished in Java Black - 697, it ensures visual consistency with the factory paintwork as well as the correct geometry for opening and supporting the engine bonnet.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: BKB780021-JAB
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: BKB780021
• Substitutable numbers: BKB780021, 4H2216537AA, 4H22-16537-AA
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Java Black - 697
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the bonnet hinge

The presented hinge belongs to the Bonnet hinges, locks, and other bonnet parts group and is responsible for stable guidance and safe lifting of the bonnet on the right side. A correctly selected component in this area is crucial for maintaining the proper body line, even panel gaps, and comfortable operation of the bonnet during daily vehicle use.

Using an original solution dedicated to specific Land Rover Discovery 4 L319 and Range Rover Sport L320 models reduces the risk of stress, squeaking, or improper bonnet closing, which is important for both safety and protecting the engine bay from external factors.

Java Black - 697 color and visual fit

The hinge is finished in the Java Black - 697 shade, allowing for an aesthetic match with the factory body finish in this color. As a result, after installation, the component does not visually stand out from other parts, and the cowl and bonnet edge area maintain a consistent, tidy appearance.

Choosing the right color is important not only for post-accident repairs but also for precise restorations, where compliance with the original manufacturer's specification and maintaining the vehicle's value are paramount.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is designed for the right side of the vehicle, which facilitates clear identification when selecting parts. Proper placement of the hinge has a direct impact on:

• correct operation of the bonnet opening mechanism,
• maintaining the axis of rotation in accordance with the factory design,
• even load distribution during lifting and closing.

A properly selected hinge on the right side helps avoid misalignment, rubbing of the bonnet edges against the fenders, and excessive load on other mounting elements.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered hinge comes from dismantling and is a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original manufacturer's specification. For vehicles such as the Discovery 4 L319 or Sport L320, using a used OEM component often allows for a better fit than aftermarket replacements of unknown origin.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of the working surfaces, mounting points, and the freedom of movement of the hinge to ensure smooth operation and no play throughout the entire range of the bonnet's motion.

OEM part selection and technical support

When selecting body components for premium vehicles such as Land Rover, it is worth relying on OEM numbers and interchangeable numbers to avoid mistakes between body versions or production years. Proper identification by catalog numbers is particularly important when purchasing used parts, where full structural compatibility counts.

If you want to deepen your knowledge on selecting original components by catalog numbers and VIN, the material describing practices used in another market segment may be useful – you can find it in the article The five-cylinder Audi engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts, which discusses, among other things, the principles of working with used OEM parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine bonnet area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or brackets, check the available parts in the Land Rover bonnet hinges, locks, and other bonnet parts category.