Hotbray 549473ES Drive Shaft Snap Ring

Drive Shaft Snap Ring Overview

Hotbray 549473ES is a drive shaft snap ring for Land Rover driveline service. It is listed for specific Discovery and Defender 90 applications and is used in axle and shaft retention service where the correct ring size and fit are critical.

Key Features

• Drive shaft snap ring for driveline hardware applications.
• Fits Land Rover Discovery models from 1994-1999.
• Fits Land Rover Defender 90 models from 1994-1995 and 1997.
• Left and right side applications are listed in the fitment data.
• Hotbray part number 549473ES for direct identification.

Detailed Description

This Hotbray drive shaft snap ring is cataloged for Land Rover Discovery and Land Rover Defender 90 driveline service. The fitment data shows coverage for 1994-1999 Discovery and 1994-1995 plus 1997 Defender 90 applications, with left and right side listings noted in the fitment table. Use part number 549473ES when matching the correct driveline hardware, and reference 549473AG as the cross-reference part number for the same application.

Common Uses

• Replacing a worn or damaged drive shaft retaining ring.
• Restoring secure retention in driveline hardware service.
• Addressing fitment issues during axle or shaft maintenance.
• Matching the correct Land Rover Discovery or Defender 90 hardware application.

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, model, and driveline hardware specification before installation. Confirm the snap ring matches the original application by part number 549473ES and compare against the listed interchange 549473AG when sourcing replacement hardware. Proper seating is important for retention performance.

Quality Assurance

Fitment is cataloged for specific Land Rover Discovery and Defender 90 applications to support accurate parts selection. Part number 549473ES is the primary identifier for this item.