VADEN Spare Parts for the MAN SL II
VADEN Spare Parts for the MAN SL II
The MAN SL II is the second-generation VOV standard city-line bus, built in rigid solo (SL 202) and articulated pusher (SG 242) body forms for municipal transit fleets. VADEN offers 42 compatible spare-part references for this model, searchable by OEM number for a precise match.
Products compatible with the MAN SL II
The list below is a live, filtered stock catalogue of VADEN parts compatible with the MAN SL II (SL 202 / SG 242); always confirm fitment against the OEM number on the original part or vehicle documents. VADEN is an independent aftermarket manufacturer, and the MAN name and model designations are used solely to indicate compatibility, with no affiliation to the vehicle manufacturer.
Featured part groups
VADEN's core line: complete air brake compressors and repair/overhaul kits.
Go to category →Gaskets, pumps and ancillary components for the engine group.
Go to category →Water pumps, thermostats and cooling-group components.
Go to category →Clutch servos and clutch-area components.
Go to category →MAN SL II generations
The MAN SL II family breaks down into the generations below by production years and engine fitment, but generation alone is not enough to select a part — exact fitment is confirmed by chassis or OEM number.
| Generation | Years | Engines |
|---|---|---|
| SL 202 – early build (rigid solo) | 1983/1984–1990 | D2566UH – 11.41 L horizontal underfloor inline-6, 147–155 kW / 200–211 PS (a 204 PS tune also listed) |
| SL 202 – late build (rigid solo) | 1990–1993 | D2866UH – 11.97 L horizontal underfloor inline-6, 177–180 kW / 241–245 PS |
| SG 242 (articulated pusher / Schubgelenkbus) | 1986–1999 | D25-series (D2566 / D2866 family) – rear-mounted, driving the rear axle, approx. 176–235 kW / 240–320 PS |
MAN SL II engines
Explore compatible VADEN parts by the engine families fitted to this model. Engine identity must be verified by OEM/chassis number.
Why VADEN
VADEN parts are produced to OEM dimensions for a direct fit; every product is listed with its matching OEM numbers.
VADEN exports heavy-vehicle aftermarket parts to 100+ countries, with a deep range in the air-brake compressor line.
The correct part is always confirmed by OEM/chassis number; this page groups compatible VADEN parts for the model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are VADEN's parts for the MAN SL II compatible with the original equipment?
Yes. As an independent aftermarket manufacturer, VADEN produces 42 part references that are technically compatible with the MAN SL II, covering both the SL 202 and SG 242 body types. VADEN is not an official MAN partner or dealer; the make and model names are used solely to indicate compatibility.
How do I choose the correct VADEN part?
The most reliable method is to look up the OEM number stamped on the original part being replaced, or found in the vehicle's documents, and search for it in the VADEN catalogue. Model and generation are useful guides, but because specifications changed within a production run, exact fitment should always be confirmed by OEM number.
Which engines did the MAN SL II use, and how do they map to the generations?
The rigid SL 202 used the 11.41-litre D2566UH underfloor engine before 1990 and the 11.97-litre D2866UH from 1990 onward, both horizontal D25-family units mounted beneath the chassis. The articulated SG 242 instead carries a rear-mounted D25-series engine (D2566/D2866 family) driving the rear axle.
What part groups does VADEN offer for the MAN SL II?
The catalogue covers air brake compressors, engine components, cooling system parts, and clutch parts. All groups can be filtered within the same live stock list by OEM number.
Can a part for one generation fit another generation?
Some parts may be shared across the SL 202's early and late builds and the SG 242, but this cannot be assumed — engine-related parts in particular differ between the D2566 and D2866 units. Always confirm with an OEM number comparison before using a part across generations.
VADEN is an independent aftermarket manufacturer of heavy-vehicle spare parts. MAN, SL II and related names are trademarks of their respective owners, used on this page solely to indicate compatibility. VADEN parts are not original equipment (OEM); exact fitment must be confirmed by the OEM part number.
