Land Rover Discovery 3 L319 Dashboard Air Bag Left N/S Passenger Side EHM500540

Land Rover Discovery 3 L319 Dashboard Air Bag Left N/S Passenger Side is an original passive safety system component designed for installation on the passenger side. As part of the Dashboard group, it has been specifically engineered for the interior geometry of the Discovery 3, ensuring proper integration with factory mounts and the airbag control unit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: EHM500540
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: EHM500540
• Substitutable numbers: EHM500540, 5H22044E42AA, 5H22-044E42-AA
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented airbag is a component mounted on the left side of the dashboard, in the passenger zone. It works with the factory Land Rover SRS system, responsible for protecting the front passenger in the event of a frontal or angled collision. The design, tailored to the Discovery 3 L319 model, guarantees the correct placement of the pyrotechnic charge and controlled tearing of the dashboard panel during activation.

Compatibility and fitment

The airbag was developed by Land Rover as a part dedicated to the specific Discovery 3 L319 generation. This means:

• maintaining the correct geometry relative to the dashboard and cowl,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• adaptation for operation with the original airbag system control unit.

As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for structural modifications to the dashboard or wiring harness, which is essential for both safety and subsequent SRS system diagnostics.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered airbag is a used part, sourced from dismantling. This type of component is a good choice when replacement is necessary after deployment or mechanical damage, and the priority is to maintain the manufacturer's original specifications. A used OEM part allows for maintaining the consistency of the safety system with the vehicle's factory design assumptions.

Benefits of using an original passenger airbag

Using an original dashboard airbag in a Land Rover Discovery 3 L319 ensures:

• factory fitment to the shape of the dashboard and body structure,
• consistency with other SRS system components,
• easier diagnostics and service maintenance due to the preservation of the original system architecture.

For workshops and users, this means a lower risk of issues with the airbag warning light, control unit errors, or improper system operation in an emergency situation.

Installation zone and service recommendations

The airbag is mounted within the dashboard structure on the passenger side, on the left side of the vehicle, in the immediate vicinity of factory reinforcements and brackets. Due to the nature of this safety component, installation by a qualified service center is recommended, following the manufacturer's procedures, including:

• disconnecting the vehicle's power supply before starting work,
• inspecting the SRS system wiring harness,
• verifying control unit errors after installation is complete.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, air vents, or covers, check the available parts in the Land Rover Dashboards category.

For users interested in a broader approach to safety and visibility in the vehicle, a guide article describing the selection and replacement of lighting may be helpful – you can find it here: See more and better – a complete guide to selecting and replacing used LED and Xenon headlights.