Range Rover Sport L494 Boot Lid Tailgate Gutter Trim Left N/S DK62-44249-AE

Range Rover Sport L494 Boot Lid Tailgate Gutter Trim Left N/S is an original body component designed for precise installation on the left side of the tailgate. Thanks to its factory-fit design, it ensures consistent water drainage and an aesthetic edge finish, which translates into stable sealing, improved tailgate functionality, and the preservation of the factory body line. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the proper operation of the tailgate gutter in their Range Rover Sport L494.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: DK62-44249-AE
• Mark: Range Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: DK62-44249-AE
• Substitutable numbers: DK62-44249-AE, DK6244249AE, LR055894
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Purpose and function of the component

The described gutter trim is dedicated to the tailgate area on the left side of the vehicle. Its task is to channel rainwater and protect the body edge against excessive dirt and moisture accumulation. A correctly installed trim supports the tightness of the tailgate system, reduces the risk of water ingress around locks and hinges, and helps maintain orderly water drainage from the upper part of the body.

Construction and fit for Range Rover Sport L494

The trim has been designed as a component compliant with Range Rover factory standards, which translates into proper fitment with the tailgate edge and adjacent body components. The design provides for installation in the original mounting points, without the need for modifications or forced fitting. As a result, the geometry of the gutter is maintained, and the contact line with the tailgate and seals remains uniform.

The component belongs to the Gas springs, locks, hinges, and other parts group, which means it works functionally with the mechanisms responsible for opening, closing, and guiding the tailgate. Replacing a worn or damaged trim with an original component allows for the restoration of the proper operation of the entire tailgate area, without unwanted stresses or leaks.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a used part, the tailgate gutter trim is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the factory origin of the component. It is a good choice in situations where:

• there has been mechanical damage to the tailgate edge or the gutter itself,
• there are leaks in the area of the left side of the tailgate,
• it is necessary to restore proper water drainage from the upper part of the body,
• you care about maintaining the original look and fit of the Range Rover Sport L494 components.

The installation of the trim takes place in the factory location, using the mounting points provided by the manufacturer. Thanks to this, service work is predictable, and the risk of fitment issues is limited.

Benefits of using the original gutter trim

Using an original component in the tailgate area brings a number of practical benefits:

• Visual consistency of the body – maintaining the factory line and shape of the tailgate edge.
• Better protection of the lock, hinge, and gas spring area against excessive moisture.
• Reduced risk of water entering the trunk during rain or car washing.
• Easier diagnostics and service in the future thanks to the use of a component consistent with the original design.

For workshops and individual users, this means more predictable installation and a lower risk of needing re-adjustments in the tailgate area.

Expanding work in the Range Rover tailgate area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the tailgate area in your Range Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as lifting springs, locks, or hinges, check out the available parts in the Range Rover gas springs, locks, hinges, and other parts category.

How to reduce vehicle downtime when replacing tailgate components

When working on the tailgate, the quick availability of the right components is particularly important to avoid long vehicle downtime at the workshop. It is worth learning how a wide, well-cataloged assortment of used parts from a single warehouse affects repair time and the mechanic's work organization – you can find more on this topic in the article No more weeks of waiting – how a wide assortment in one warehouse actually shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic's?.