Land Rover Discovery 2 L318 Hand Brake Lever Mechanism SNB100200AYW

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Land Rover Discovery 2 L318 Hand Brake Lever Mechanism is an original parking brake control system component designed for Land Rover vehicles. This used OEM part ensures a factory fit, maintaining the correct operating geometry of the mechanism and consistency with the other elements of the center console.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: SNB100200AYW
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: SNB100200AYW
• Substitutable numbers: SNB100200AYW, 1H2Z2B658DA
• Part type: Handbrake Lever
• Category: Handbrake Levers

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The hand brake lever is responsible for precisely transferring force from the driver's hand to the parking brake cables, which enables effective immobilization of the vehicle while stationary and when parking on inclines. In the Discovery 2 L318 model, this component works with the mechanical brake system, so its proper operation has a direct impact on the safety of the vehicle's operation both off-road and in urban traffic.

Advantages of using an original lever

Using an original hand brake lever from dismantling allows you to maintain the factory operating parameters of the system. You receive a component with the correct stroke length, properly selected mechanical leverage, and compatibility with body mounts and interior trim elements. As a result, installation is smooth, without the need for modifications or fitting aftermarket replacements of uncertain dimensions.

A used OEM part is also a reasonable compromise between repair cost and quality – you retain the original Land Rover design, which is particularly important in vehicles used in demanding off-road conditions.

Technical and installation aspects

The hand brake lever from this series has been designed to work with the factory cable system and mounts in the Discovery 2 L318 center console. The design provides appropriate support, routing, and locking points, which ensures:

• stable mounting to the body,
• a repeatable, tactile lever stroke,
• proper tension of the parking brake cables,
• correct cooperation with the ratchet mechanism.

Such a solution facilitates the adjustment of the parking brake system after installation and allows for maintaining a predictable brake engagement point, which is important both in daily use and during off-road driving.

Part condition and service application

The item is offered as a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for an economical yet technically correct repair of the parking brake system. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where the existing lever has suffered mechanical wear, structural damage, or has excessive play affecting brake effectiveness.

Choosing an original hand brake lever for the Discovery 2 L318 is recommended wherever the priority is to maintain compliance with factory service documentation and predictable vehicle behavior after repair.

Expanding the Land Rover brake system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional levers, mounting elements, or control mechanisms, check the available parts in the Land Rover Hand Brake Levers category.

Service tips and selecting used parts

When working with parts from dismantling, it is worth paying attention to the correct operation of the ratchet mechanism, the smoothness of the lever movement, and the condition of the mounting points. A properly selected and installed hand brake lever helps reduce the need for frequent cable adjustments and ensures stable system operation in the long term.

If you want to better plan repairs using used OEM components and learn good practices in this area, the guide article Bodywork and chassis – post-accident repairs using parts from dismantling, which discusses a practical approach to selecting and installing aftermarket parts, may be helpful.