Elring 812.162 Engine Oil Pan Gasket - Lower

Elring 812.162 Engine Oil Pan Gasket

Elring 812.162 is a fibre composite engine oil pan gasket for Mercedes-Benz V8 applications that require a lower oil pan seal. It is built for the 1982-1998 Mercedes-Benz fitment range listed below and is a direct match for multiple 380, 420, 500, and 560 series models.

Key Features

• Fibre composite gasket design for the engine oil pan
• 20 mounting bores for the specified oil pan pattern
• Elring part number 812.162
• Cross-references Victor Reinz 71-22856-30 for the same application
• Compatible with select Mercedes-Benz lower oil pan applications

Detailed Description

This Elring 812.162 oil pan gasket is made for sealing the lower engine oil pan on select Mercedes-Benz models. The fibre composite construction is suited to the oil pan flange interface and the 20-bore layout matches the listed applications. If you are servicing a Mercedes-Benz 500SL, 560SEL, or 420SEL, this gasket provides the correct fitment reference for the engine oil pan sealing surface.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1994-1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500, Lower; Fits 1997 Mercedes-Benz E420, Lower; Fits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E, Lower; Fits 1990-1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL, Lower; Fits 1986-1991 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL, Lower; Fits 1986-1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC, Lower; Fits 1987-1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL, Lower; Fits 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 380SE, Lower; Fits 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC, Lower; Fits 1982-1983 Mercedes-Benz 380SEC, Lower.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking lower engine oil pan gasket
• Restoring the seal between the oil pan and engine block
• Addressing oil seepage around the pan flange
• Servicing the oil pan during engine maintenance
• Matching the correct gasket pattern for Mercedes-Benz V8 oil pans

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the oil pan style, mounting bore count, and engine application before installation. Clean both sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the pan flange for distortion or damage. Use the listed lower-position fitment only where specified, and verify the part number 812.162 against the removed gasket before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Elring is an established sealing-system brand, and this gasket is specified with a fibre composite design and exact mounting-bore count for the listed Mercedes-Benz applications. The part cross-references Victor Reinz 71-22856-30 for the same application.