Range Rover L405 Air Filter Box Housing Cover 4.4 SDV8 CPLA-9601-CA

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Range Rover L405 Air Filter Box Housing Cover 4.4 SDV8 is an original air filter housing designed for the 4.4 SDV8 engine in the Range Rover L405 model. This component from the Air filter housings category ensures proper routing and sealing of the intake airflow, which promotes stable engine operation. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for intake system maintenance when you require a factory fit without unnecessary modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: CPLA-9601-CA
• Mark: Range Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: CPLA-9601-CA
• Substitutable numbers: CPLA-9601-CA, CPLA9601CA, LR036426
• Part type: Air Filter Housing
• Category: Air Filter Housings

Purpose and function in the intake system

The air filter housing is responsible for tightly sealing the filter element and correctly directing air to the intake manifold of the 4.4 SDV8 engine. By maintaining the original geometry of the intake ducts and mounting points, this component helps maintain stable engine performance, reduce air turbulence, and minimize the risk of contaminants entering the engine.

A properly selected air filter housing is important not only for engine protection but also for maintaining the correct flow characteristics, which can affect engine refinement and throttle response. Using an original Range Rover component allows you to maintain the manufacturer's factory design specifications.

Construction, fitment, and installation

The presented housing has been designed specifically for the Range Rover L405 engine bay with the 4.4 SDV8 unit, taking into account limited installation space and the routing of hoses and accessories. This means:

• factory mounting points matched to the body and brackets in the L405,
• adaptation for use with the standard air filter element,
• preservation of the original airflow path in the intake system.

Thanks to the OEM design, the installation of the housing is generally a plug-and-play process, without the need for modifying the installation or fabricating new mounts. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged, cracked, or leaking housing after a collision, overheating, or long-term use.

Benefits of using an original air filter housing

Using an original air filter housing in a Range Rover L405 offers a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct position relative to the engine, body, and other intake system components.
• Stable airflow – a design consistent with the manufacturer's project promotes even air supply to the engine.
• Engine protection – a properly selected housing helps maintain a tight seal around the filter element.
• Compatibility with accessories – designed to work with standard intake components in the 4.4 SDV8 version.

A used OEM element allows you to reduce service costs while maintaining high build quality and compliance with factory specifications. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs or restoring a vehicle to a condition close to the original.

Condition, verification, and service application

The housing comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which allows for economical repair of the intake system without sacrificing the original origin of the component. Before installation, a standard visual inspection for tightness, the condition of the clips, and the surfaces mating with the air filter seals is recommended.

This solution will work well both in professional workshops specializing in the Range Rover brand and for conscious users servicing their vehicles themselves. Choosing an original housing from the secondary market is a compromise between costs and maintaining the factory design of the intake system.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Range Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional housings, intake ducts, or filter covers, check out the available parts in the Range Rover air filter housings category.

To better plan your service budget and consciously use the market for used OEM parts, it is worth reading the guide Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car maintenance?, which discusses practical ways to reduce costs while maintaining the appropriate quality of repairs.