Land Rover Range Rover Sport L494 Heater Core Matrix CPLA-18476-AA

Land Rover Range Rover Sport L494 Heater Core Matrix is a component from the Heat exchangers group, responsible for the efficient transfer of thermal energy to the cabin heating system. This solution is designed for users who expect stable operation of the air conditioning and heating system, as well as proper coolant circulation in the vehicle's installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR036364
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR036364
• Substitutable numbers: LR036364, CPLA18476AA, CPLA-18476-AA
• Part type: Heater Core
• Category: Heater Cores

Purpose and function in the heating system

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport L494 Heater Core Matrix works as a compact heat exchanger in which the coolant from the cooling system transfers energy to the air directed into the vehicle's interior. A properly selected component ensures even cabin heating, stable air temperature, and correct cooperation with the air conditioning system and electronic controls.

Replacing a worn-out exchanger with a functional component helps to reduce problems such as poor heating, fogged windows, or uneven airflow. This is particularly important in Range Rover Sport class vehicles, where thermal comfort is an important element of daily operation.

Construction and technical characteristics

The presented element belongs to the Heat exchangers group, which means a construction based on a dense network of channels and fins that increase the heat exchange surface. This design promotes efficient heat transfer while maintaining compact dimensions, which facilitates installation in the limited space of the heater module.

The original Land Rover origin ensures proper fitment to the factory piping system, heater housing, and mounts. Thanks to this, the component is prepared to work in demanding temperature and pressure conditions typical for modern power units.

Condition, selection, and installation

The item is offered in a used condition, which allows for an economical repair of the heating system while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard leak test of the system, flush the installation, and replace the coolant in accordance with the vehicle's service recommendations.

To correctly select the heater for a specific version of the Range Rover Sport L494, it is worth verifying compatibility with the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers in the service documentation or the manufacturer's catalog. This helps to avoid problems with the fitment of connectors, mounts, and attachments.

Benefits of using an original heat exchanger

• Stable heating performance – proper heat transfer to the air supplied to the cabin.
• Factory fitment – compatibility with the ventilation and cooling system design in the Range Rover Sport L494.
• Optimal cooperation with vehicle electronics – predictable behavior in combination with temperature sensors and air conditioning controls.
• Economical repair – the possibility of restoring the efficiency of the heating system without the need to use replacements with uncertain parameters.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the heating and cooling system area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional heaters, radiators, or heat exchange modules, check the available parts in the Land Rover Heat exchangers category.

Operation and maintenance for component durability

To maintain the efficiency of the heat exchanger for a longer time, it is worth regularly checking the condition of the coolant, avoiding operation with contaminated fluid, and reacting to the first signs of a drop in heating performance. Proper service maintenance reduces the risk of clogging flow channels and the formation of internal corrosion centers.

Additional tips regarding the operation of used thermal system components can be found in the article How to extend the life of used car parts?, which discusses practical methods of maintenance and diagnostics for dismantled elements.