Land Rover Discovery L550 Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Corris Grey - 873

Land Rover Discovery L550 Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Corris Grey - 873 is an original body component designed for the right side of the bonnet, ensuring stable guidance and precise opening of the engine cover. Finished in the factory Corris Grey - 873 color, it helps maintain visual consistency of the bodywork and facilitates aesthetic repairs. This solution is particularly useful when replacing a damaged hinge after a collision or during body and paint work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR075405-COG
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR075405
• Substitutable numbers: LR075405, FK7216800AE, FK72-16800-AE
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Corris Grey - 873
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the bonnet hinge

The presented hinge is a component of the bonnet mounting system in the Land Rover Discovery L550 on the right side. It is responsible for the smooth lifting and lowering of the engine cover and maintaining its correct position relative to the fenders and the front panel. A properly selected hinge reduces stress on the bodywork, minimizes the risk of the bonnet edges rubbing against adjacent elements, and contributes to the correct locking of the latch. Proper fitment of this component is crucial for maintaining the geometry of the front body section, as well as for safety – especially at higher speeds, when significant aerodynamic forces act on the bonnet. The original hinge design ensures compatibility with factory mounting points and predictable performance during operation.

Corris Grey color – visual matching

The hinge is finished in Corris Grey - 873, which is significant for both aesthetic and practical reasons. Thanks to this, when performing body repairs, the scope of additional painting can be limited, and in many cases, the factory look of the engine bay and bonnet edges can be preserved. This is particularly important for vehicles where color consistency and a condition as close to factory as possible are maintained. Color matching of the hinge also facilitates the work of body shops – the element looks consistent with the rest of the bodywork immediately, which shortens the vehicle preparation time after repair. For the user, this means a more orderly look in the under-bonnet area and less interference with the original paint coating.

Vehicle placement and mounting aspects

This hinge model is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Proper placement is important for the bonnet opening geometry – using the correct element on the right side allows for maintaining the factory lifting angle and guidance line. As a result, the bonnet does not operate under improper load, and forces are distributed according to the manufacturer's specifications. The element belongs to the Bonnet hinges, locks, and other parts group, which means it works with other components responsible for mounting and locking the engine cover. When replacing the hinge, it is worth paying attention to the condition of the bonnet, mounting bolts, and the lock to achieve even gaps and correct closing after installation.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered hinge is a used part, which in practice means it comes from a vehicle dismantling and has been verified for further utility. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs where maintaining the original construction and reducing costs compared to new parts is important. A used bonnet hinge allows for restoring the correct operation of the opening system without interfering with factory design solutions. Before installation, a standard inspection of mounting points, threads, and cooperation with the bonnet and fenders is recommended to achieve proper alignment after adjustment. A properly selected and adjusted hinge minimizes the risk of further bonnet damage and improves the comfort of daily engine bay maintenance.

Compatibility and part selection

Due to the specific construction of the Land Rover Discovery L550, the selection of the bonnet hinge should be based on compatibility with the specific body version and model year. In practice, it is safest to compare the used element with the removed part or verify compatibility based on vehicle data. A properly selected hinge eliminates problems with bonnet adjustment and ensures correct cooperation with the lock and lift struts (if present). If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the bonnet area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, mounting elements, or components working with the lock, check the available parts in the Land Rover bonnet hinges, locks, and other parts category.

More about choosing used parts

When deciding to use a used hinge, it is worth considering the general principles of selecting parts from the secondary market – assessing the condition, compatibility with the vehicle version, and the origin of the element. If you want to better understand when choosing used components is technically and economically justified, the following article will be helpful: Is it worth investing in used car parts?. This will make it easier to plan the bonnet repair in your Land Rover, taking into account quality and cost-effectiveness of the purchase.