SL/R230 Weistec transmission pan install SL63

May 26, 2020 | 05:39 PM

marcd7tx

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From: Lake Wylie, SC

E500 Wagon, SL63 IWC, E450 Wagon

Weistec transmission pan install SL63

Hello R230 group, specifically with the 156 motor. I finally got around to installing this pan today and the center bracket for the underbelly splash guard won't go around the new pan to be able to fasten the two center 8mm screws. Anyone find a workaround for this?

Thanks! Marc

May 28, 2020 | 02:19 PM

HLG600

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2009 SL63 AMG

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Originally Posted by marcd7tx

Tried modifying the bracket (cut the center part out to leave just the ends with the bolt/screw holes) when I installed the Weistec pan but it's just too large.

I ended up leaving it be. The several retainers beyond those 2 are plenty to keep the splash guard securely fastened. Once my project queue clears up, I may go back and carefully trim part of the guard for a perfectly flush fit.