Mercedes SL R231 Water Deflector Holder Mount Bracket A2318320114

The Mercedes SL R231 Water Deflector Mounting Bracket is an original body part from the Brackets, Mountings, and Assembly Parts group, specifically designed for the SL-Class roadster construction. Precise fit to the factory body geometry ensures stable mounting of the water deflector and maintains proper moisture drainage in critical body areas.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2318320114
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2318320114
• Substitutable numbers: A2318320114, A 231 832 01 14
• Category: Mounts, Brackets & Hardware

Purpose and Function in the SL R231 Body

The presented bracket is an assembly component intended for mounting the water deflector in the Mercedes SL R231 generation model. It is responsible for securely holding the shield that directs rainwater and spray, helping to limit moisture ingress around sensitive connectors, wiring harnesses, and body elements.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the bracket works with the original mounting points in the body, ensuring:

• correct positioning of the deflector relative to the body edges,
• repeatable installation without the need for modifications,
• maintenance of sealing and proper water flow direction.

Original Origin and Mercedes Fitment

As a Mercedes brand component, the bracket has been designed for full compatibility with the SL R231 construction. This means maintaining factory assembly tolerances, appropriate rigidity, and conformity with other components of the water drainage system.

Original origin translates to:

• material consistency with adjacent body elements,
• easier installation in place of a worn or damaged bracket,
• reduced risk of improper deflector fitment.

Item Condition and Service Application

The bracket comes from the secondary market, making it a practical solution for service or post-accident repairs where conformity with the factory design is important while optimizing costs. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• restoring the factory water drainage system after bodywork repairs,
• replacing damaged deflector mountings,
• completing missing assembly elements in the body area.

Assistance with Selection and Additional Materials

When selecting assembly components for a specific drive version or body configuration, technical materials regarding the drivetrain and related sub-assemblies can be helpful. In this context, it is worth reviewing the article Clutch and Dual-Mass Flywheel – Diagnostics and Part Selection for the Drivetrain, which clarifies issues related to part selection, including from the secondary market.

If you are interested in a broader context of technical solutions used in cars of this brand, the material on the evolution of flagship models may also be helpful: Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – Innovations, Model Differences, and Mercedes Auto Parts Over the Years. It allows for a better understanding of the manufacturer's design philosophy, facilitating informed component selection during servicing and upgrades.

Related Mercedes Brackets, Mountings, and Assembly Parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional brackets, mountings, or assembly supports, check the available parts in the Mercedes Brackets, Mountings, and Assembly Parts category.