Range Rover Sport L494 Fuel Filler Flap Lid Cover Mariana Black DPLA-405A26-A

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Range Rover Sport L494 Fuel Filler Flap Lid Cover Mariana Black is an original fuel filler flap designed for the L494 generation Range Rover Sport body, finished in the elegant Mariana Black color. This component belongs to the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category, allowing for a visually and technically consistent fit with the factory body lines. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, paint touch-ups, or replacing a damaged flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: DPLA-405A26-A-MAR
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: DPLA-405A26-A
• Substitutable numbers: DPLA-405A26-A, DPLA405A26A, LR043737, DPLA-405A26-AA, DPLA405A26AA
• Color: Mariana Black - 860
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and fitment for Range Rover Sport L494

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for the Range Rover Sport L494 model, ensuring proper alignment with the fender line, the filler recess, and the factory hinges and mounts. The construction corresponds to the manufacturer's original solution, ensuring that the correct geometry, panel gaps, and the ergonomics of opening and closing the fuel filler are maintained. Proper fitment is important not only for aesthetics but also for utility – a correctly selected cover minimizes the risk of stress on the hinge, reduces the possibility of rubbing against the paint of adjacent elements, and facilitates daily use of the refueling area.

Mariana Black color – consistency with factory paint

The flap is finished in the Mariana Black shade, which allows for maintaining a uniform body color without the need for additional painting when properly matched to the rest of the bodywork. This is a particularly beneficial solution for local repairs when you want to quickly restore the vehicle's aesthetics after damage or component replacement. Selecting the correct fuel filler flap color is also important for the vehicle's value – a visually consistent body without differences in paint shades positively influences the perception of the car during resale and professional technical inspections.

Component characteristics and service application

As an item from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, this flap is responsible for protecting the filler from external contaminants and for aesthetically closing the side line of the body. Replacement is a typical stage of work during:

• body and paint repairs after collisions in the rear fender area,
• corrections of mechanical damage (cracks, deformations, deep scratches),
• restoring the original appearance of the car after unprofessional modifications. The used nature of the part allows for cost-effective repairs while maintaining the original geometry and construction, which is especially important for premium class vehicles such as the Range Rover Sport.

Practical assembly and operational tips

Before installation, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the element with the vehicle body and the condition of the mounts on the car side. A correctly installed flap should:

• open and close smoothly, without jamming or excessive play,
• maintain even gaps relative to adjacent panels,
• ensure stable closure in the resting position. During paint work in the vicinity of the fuel filler, it is recommended to remove the flap to avoid excessive load on the hinge and accidental overspray on the internal components of the refueling area.

Expansion of the service zone and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, mounting elements, or accessory guards, check the available parts in the Land Rover fuel filler flaps and accessories category. When working on the fuel supply system, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of components responsible for fuel metering. To better plan your repair budget and safely approach the purchase of dismantled parts, read our guide: Fuel metering problems – what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails.

Summary

Range Rover Sport L494 Fuel Filler Flap Lid Cover Mariana Black is a functional, original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, intended for service use in the Range Rover Sport L494 model. Proper structural fitment and the factory Mariana Black color allow for the efficient restoration of the aesthetics and full functionality of the fuel filler area, while maintaining the character of a premium class vehicle.