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Prepare upper front longitudinal member - AR62.20-P-1286-02P

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  1. Mark separation point on new upper front longitudinal member (area A).
  2. Cut separation point with body saw (area A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Separation Point On New Upper Front Longitudinal Member
    G07718530Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
  3. Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal in the cross-hatched areas.

    IMPORTANT Grind spot weld flanges down to bare metal on both sides.

  4. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.
    Fig 2: Identifying Mating Surfaces Of Spot Weld Flanges
    G07718531Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
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