Range Rover L494 Wheel Carrier Knuckle Bearing Front Right O/S DPLA-3K206-AA

Range Rover L494 Wheel Carrier Knuckle Bearing Front Right O/S is an original Land Rover suspension component designed for installation on the front axle on the passenger side. It is a complete, used steering knuckle integrated with a bearing, prepared as a functional replacement for the factory component in Range Rover L494 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR043581
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR043581
• Substitutable numbers: LR043581, DPLA-3K206-AA, DPLA3K206AA
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Wheel Bearing
• Category: Wheel Bearings, Hubs & Seals

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described component belongs to the Wheel bearings, hubs and bushings group and is responsible for the precise guidance of the front right wheel, transferring loads from the suspension to the body, and providing a stable seat for the hub and bearing. The vehicle placement is front right, which is crucial when selecting parts for a specific version of the Range Rover L494. The steering knuckle with bearing works in conjunction with suspension components, the braking system, and the steering system, ensuring proper wheel geometry, handling stability, and predictable vehicle behavior during braking and cornering.

Advantages of using an original Land Rover component

Using an original Land Rover steering knuckle with bearing from dismantling allows you to maintain the factory performance parameters of the suspension system. The OEM design guarantees:

• precise fitment to the front right mounting in the Range Rover L494,
• proper cooperation with factory wishbones, shock absorbers, and brake calipers,
• maintenance of correct wheel and axle geometry,
• compatibility with factory sensors and equipment intended for this model. Thanks to this, the installation process is predictable, without the need for modifications, and the vehicle retains handling characteristics consistent with the manufacturer's specifications after replacement.

Technical characteristics and installation

The front right wheel steering knuckle with bearing in the Range Rover L494 is a load-bearing element that transfers vertical, lateral, and longitudinal loads, while simultaneously allowing the wheel to rotate around the vertical axis in response to steering input. The integrated bearing ensures smooth hub rotation, reducing rolling resistance and noise while driving. During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of cooperating suspension and brake components,
• use appropriate tightening torques in accordance with service documentation,
• perform a front axle wheel alignment after completing the work. This approach allows you to fully utilize the potential of the part and ensure stable, predictable vehicle handling.

Condition and use in accident repairs

The offered steering knuckle with bearing is a used part, sourced from dismantling, suitable for both standard maintenance repairs and accident repairs in the front right corner of the vehicle. Replacing this element is particularly important after suspension damage, wheel impacts, or deformations of the suspension system, when it is necessary to restore proper geometry and handling stability. If you want to better plan body and suspension repairs after a collision and consciously choose used OEM parts, it is worth checking out our guide: Bodywork and chassis – accident repairs using parts from dismantling.

Expanding the scope of suspension repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the suspension zone in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as hubs, bearings, or bushings, check out the available parts in the Land Rover wheel bearings, hubs and bushings category.