Land Rover Range Rover Sport L494 Tailgate Drip Rail Right O/S DK62-44248-AE

Land Rover Range Rover Sport L494 Tailgate Drip Rail Right O/S is a precisely fitted body component designed for the right side of the tailgate. This original trim allows you to restore the factory look of the vehicle's rear, providing an aesthetic finish to the edges and protecting critical areas from mechanical damage. Thanks to the specific geometry maintained for the Range Rover Sport L494 model, installation is orderly and predictable.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: DK62-44248-AE
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: DK62-44248-AE
• Substitutable numbers: DK62-44248-AE, DK6244248AE
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described trim is dedicated to the right side of the tailgate, where it serves a protective and finishing role. Its tasks include:

• protecting the tailgate edge from minor impacts and abrasions,
• masking structural gaps, which improves the visual consistency of the bodywork,
• providing stable guidance for adjacent upholstery elements or seals,
• maintaining the correct body line in the rear area of the vehicle.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific model, the trim works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper alignment.

Compatibility and fitment for the Range Rover Sport L494

The trim has been designed specifically for the construction of the Range Rover Sport L494 tailgate. This means that:

• the profile of the component corresponds to the shape of the tailgate and adjacent panels,
• the arrangement of clips and mounts is consistent with factory mounting points,
• the correct gap between the tailgate and adjacent body elements is maintained.

Such a fit translates into stable seating of the trim and the absence of unwanted vibrations or looseness during vehicle operation.

Characteristics of the original Land Rover part

As a Land Rover brand component, the trim meets the manufacturer's standards regarding geometry, material quality, and mounting method. The original construction ensures:

• compliance with factory dimensional tolerances,
• appropriate rigidity while maintaining the flexibility needed during installation,
• compatibility with other tailgate components.

The product comes from a group of used original parts, which allows for consistency with other body components and limits the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin.

Practical benefits of installing the right tailgate trim

Using this trim in a Range Rover Sport L494 brings a number of practical effects:

• restoration of the aesthetic appearance of the right side of the tailgate after damage or removal of the previous element,
• protection of the edges and the contact zone between the tailgate and other body panels,
• reduction of dirt ingress around mounts and structural gaps,
• maintenance of the consistent stylistic line characteristic of the Range Rover Sport model.

For users who care about the technical and visual condition of their vehicle, replacing a damaged or missing trim with an original part is a simple way to tidy up the rear of the bodywork.

Installation area and related body components

The trim operates in the tailgate area, in the immediate vicinity of seals, trunk upholstery, and external body panels. In practice, this means that its condition affects:

• the stability of the interior upholstery fitment,
• the aesthetics of the tailgate edge visible when opened,
• the overall tightness and order of the luggage area.

When replacing, it is worth paying attention to the correct seating of all clips and even pressure on the trim along its entire length to avoid point stresses and subsequent looseness.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the tailgate area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the Other Land Rover category.

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