Range Rover Evoque L551 Bonnet Hood Weatherstrip Left Right N/O/S K8D2-16C824-AB

Range Rover Evoque L551 Bonnet Hood Weatherstrip Left Right is an original component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, designed to work on both sides of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the bonnet structure, it ensures a tight seal, stable guidance, and proper edge protection, which translates into trouble-free vehicle operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: K8D2-16C824-AB
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: K8D2-16C824-AB
• Substitutable numbers: K8D2-16C824-AB, K8D216C824AB, LR133856
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the weatherstrip

The presented weatherstrip is designed for installation on the right and left side of the Range Rover Evoque L551 bonnet. It is responsible for properly sealing the contact point between the bonnet and the bodywork, as well as protecting the edges against excessive vibrations and mechanical wear.

A correctly selected weatherstrip in this area contributes to:

• limiting the ingress of water and contaminants into the engine compartment,
• reducing unwanted noise and vibrations in the bonnet area,
• stable bonnet guidance relative to the hinges and locks.

Original origin and fitment

The element comes from the Land Rover line, which means it complies with the manufacturer's factory standards regarding geometry, material hardness, and mounting method. As a result, the weatherstrip works correctly with the hinges, locks, and other bonnet components without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

The original design ensures:

• precise fitment with the bonnet edge and adjacent components,
• proper operation during repeated opening and closing of the bonnet,
• preservation of the manufacturer-designed body line in the front zone.

Installation characteristics

The weatherstrip is adapted to work on both the right and left side, which facilitates part selection during bonnet service. Installation is carried out at existing mounting points, in accordance with the factory design of the Range Rover Evoque L551, which helps reduce workshop time.

In practice, this means that:

• there is no need to interfere with the bonnet or body structure,
• the element works with original hinges and locks,
• after installation, an even gap line is maintained on both sides of the vehicle.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The weatherstrip comes from the used parts segment, which allows for combining controlled OEM origin with a more favorable repair cost. For many Range Rover Evoque L551 users, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially during comprehensive work in the bonnet area.

Choosing an original, used weatherstrip means, among other things:

• maintaining the factory operating characteristics of the bonnet,
• better compatibility than in the case of random replacements,
• the possibility of an economical repair while maintaining manufacturer standards.

Expanding knowledge and selecting other elements

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

If you are interested in a broader context of the differences between factory components and versions with upgraded parameters, it is worth reading an article describing the characteristics of sports components and the sense of using used OEM elements: BMW M Performance: how do BMW M components differ from standard ones?.