NAD101490 | Starter Motor - Bosch Type V8 Petrol | Defender, Discovery, Range Rover
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Land Rover Part Number: NAD101490 - Starter Motor - Bosch Type - V8 Petrol
NAD101490 is a Starter Motor - Bosch Type - V8 Petrol. Fitted to Rover V8 petrol engines, this starter provides the electrical drive and solenoid-operated drive pinion required to engage the flywheel or ring gear and crank the engine during starting. The Bosch-type design is intended for the higher torque demands of Rover V8 engines as fitted to Defender and Discovery variants and Range Rover P38 models; correct alignment to the flywheel ring gear and secure battery and ignition connections are essential when fitting. Regular inspection of battery terminals and flywheel teeth will help avoid premature wear of the starter pinion and solenoid contacts, and confirm the exact V8 variant before ordering to ensure the correct pinion and mounting flange arrangement.
Use the compatibility data below to confirm fitment against your V.I.N.
Compatibility
- Defender (1987-2006) - 3.5L V8 Twin Carb (From VIN KA925366)
- Defender (1987-2006) - 4.0L V8 EFI
- Discovery 1 (1989-1998) - V8 EFI (From VIN FA393361 to WA799999)
- Discovery 2 (1998-2004) - V8 Petrol (From VIN XA222501)
- Range Rover P38 - V8 Petrol (From VIN XA425316)
Frequently Asked Questions
The NAD101490 starter motor supplies the high torque needed to turn Rover V8 petrol engines at start-up using an electric motor and a solenoid-operated drive pinion that engages the flywheel ring gear. When fitting, ensure correct alignment to the flywheel and secure battery/ignition connections; inspect battery terminals and flywheel teeth to avoid premature wear of the pinion or solenoid contacts. Verify the exact V8 variant before ordering so the pinion and mounting flange match the vehicle.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender (1987 - 2006) | 3.5L V8 Twin Carb (From VIN KA925366) |
| Land Rover Defender (1987 - 2006) | 4.0L V8 EFI |
| Land Rover Discovery 1 (1989 - 1998) | V8 EFI (From VIN FA393361 to WA799999) |
| Land Rover Discovery 2 (1998 - 2004) | V8 Petrol (From VIN XA222501) |
| Land Rover Range Rover P38 | V8 Petrol (From VIN XA425316) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
- C8 products are usually supplied by Britpart.
- Z8 products are normally supplied by Allmakes.
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