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Replace complete rear fender - AR63.50-P-1400SX

MODEL 221 except CODE (Z07) Top protection 

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Fender
G10128157Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REMOVING Removing     
DANGER Risk of death  caused by high voltage used for electric welding. Risk of explosion  caused by welding in the area of highly inflammable materials. Risk of injury  caused by welding splatter and UV light while welding. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling welding fumes. Use insulating mats. Wear protective clothing, safety glasses and protective mask. Remove highly inflammable materials from the hazard area. Use air extractor system. AS00.00-Z-0007-01A
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
DANGER Risk of explosion from pressurized spray cans  Protect cans from direct sunlight and temperatures above 50 °C AS00.00-Z-0015-01A
DANGER Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling vapors or swallowing adhesive. Risk of injury  caused by adhesive coming into contact with skin and eyes Wear respiratory protection, protective gloves and safety glasses. Pour adhesive into suitable and appropriately marked containers only. AS00.00-Z-0016-01A
DANGER Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by fuel igniting, risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling and swallowing fuel and risk of injury  to eyes and skin caused by contact with fuel No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking.
Pour fuels only into suitable and appropriately marked containers.
Wear protective clothing when handling fuel.
AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
DANGER Risk of explosion  from aluminum grinding dust, risk of injury  to respiratory system from inhaling dust Wear protective respiratory mask, protective gloves and safety glasses.
Use suitable, grounded vacuum cleaner
AS60.00-Z-0007-01N
NOTES General information on repair of vehicles with ultra-strength steels. Failure to observe instructions when straightening/repairing, separating, preparing adhesive points, joining/connecting, resistance spot welding, MIG welding, MIG brazing can lead to considerable damage to ultra-strength steels and their joints. AH60.00-P-0024-01N
NOTES Measures for preventing damage to vehicles or components when performing electric welding work   AH00.00-N-0005-01A
NOTES General information on body repair   AH60.00-N-0001-01A
NOTES Pretreatment of bonding surfaces   AH60.00-P-0008-01SX
NOTES Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A
IMPORTANT General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01N
IMPORTANT Notes on various body materials   AH60.00-P-0011-01SX
IMPORTANT General information on dent removal and straightening aluminum parts   AH60.00-P-0012-01N
IMPORTANT General information on body connection techniques   AH60.00-P-0015-01SX
1 Remove rear door sill molding   AR68.30-P-4100SX
2 Remove headliner IMPORTANT Only loosen headliner in repair area. AR68.30-P-4300SX
3 Remove rear wall window   AR67.20-P-2000SX
4 Remove taillamps   AR82.10-P-4905SX
5 Remove rear bumper   AR88.20-P-2200SX
6 Remove trim in trunk   AR68.30-P-4600SX
7 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle Tarp (fire-resistant)  
8 Separate rear fender (1)   AR63.50-P-1400-02SX
REFER TO SHOP-MADE TOOLS Sheet metal crimping pliers for areas not easily accessible   WF58.50-P-6350-01Y
REFER TO FORMS Recycle aluminum parts   OS60.00-P-0001-01N
SPECIAL TOOL Spot weld milling cutter Figure
SPECIAL TOOL Spot weld milling cutter Figure
SPECIAL TOOL Set of cutting templates
Ball cutter, dia. 12 mm
Vario Drill WS 91 spot weld removing tool
Beading pliers
Round wire brush, braided, dia. 70 mm
Abrasive disk, dia. 115 mm, 80 m/s (max. 13, 250 rpm)
Hot air gun - 3000 W
Aluminum workshop vehicle
Drill
Angle grinder
Body jig saw
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Figure
Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
9 Prepare new rear fender (1)   AR63.50-P-1400-03SX
SPECIAL TOOL Set of cutting templates
Round wire brush, braided, dia. 70 mm
Abrasive disk, dia. 115 mm, 80 m/s (max. 13, 250 rpm)
Aluminum workshop vehicle
Drill
Angle grinder
Body jig saw
Figure
Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
INSTALLING Install     
10 Install rear fender (1) and weld in   AR63.50-P-1400-04SX
IMPORTANT General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01N
    Rear door to side piece, bottom *BE60.00-P-1002-01R 
    Trunk lid to rear lamp unit *BE60.00-P-1003-01R 
    Rear fender to lamp unit *BE60.00-P-1003-01R 
    Trunk lid license plate panel to rear lamp unit *BE60.00-P-1003-01R 
    Fuel filler flap *BE60.00-P-1004-01R 
    SPECIAL TOOL Welding bead catcher Fig 7
    SPECIAL TOOL Feeler gauge Figure
    SPECIAL TOOL Bending iron
Electrode miller
BTR Usibor drill bit, dia. 6.7 mm
Clamping pliers
Manual temporary fastener, Ø 6.4 mm, clamping area 0 to 15 mm, identification color silver
Round wire brush, braided, dia. 70 mm
Figure
  Taurus 3 blind rivet tool with 100 mm extension unit Blind rivet/punch riveting method
Aluminum workshop vehicle
MIG MAG gas welder (steel, brazing, aluminum)
Inverter spot welder
Drill
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
 
    Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
    Polygrip flat round head rivet, 6.4X14 *BR00.45-Z-1001-13A 
    Polygrip countersunk-head rivet, 6.4X14 *BR00.45-Z-1002-13A 
    Adhesive *BR00.45-Z-1092-02A 
11 Adjust gap dimensions on hoods, doors and lids   AR60.00-P-0700-01SX
SPECIAL TOOL Feeler gauge Figure
Rear door to side piece, bottom *BE60.00-P-1002-01R 
Trunk lid to rear lamp unit *BE60.00-P-1003-01R 
Rear fender to lamp unit *BE60.00-P-1003-01R 
Trunk lid license plate panel to rear lamp unit *BE60.00-P-1003-01R 
Fuel filler flap *BE60.00-P-1004-01R 
12 Clean weld joints and sheet metal flange with round wire brush Round wire brush, braided, dia. 70 mm
Drill
 
13 Clean repair areas    
14 Prime repair area using primer filler    
15 Carry out seam sealing after repairs IMPORTANT Supplement standard sealants with MB body sealant. AR97.10-P-4000SX
Sealant *BR00.45-Z-1003-01A 
Seam sealant, sprayable 310 ml *BR00.45-Z-1041-01A 
16 Paint repair areas and adjacent surfaces    
IMPORTANT General information on MB materials   AH98.00-P-9409-03A
17 Apply additional cavity preservation   AR97.20-P-1500SX
NOTES Notes on cavity preservation Combination pressure spray gun (corrosion protection)
 
AH97.20-P-0001-01B
MB cavity wax preservation, 1 l *BR00.45-Z-1003-05A 
18 Remove tarp IMPORTANT On all covered parts remaining in vehicle.  
19 Install rear wall window   AR67.20-P-2000SX
20 Install headliner   AR68.30-P-4300SX
21 Install taillamps   AR82.10-P-4905SX
22 Install rear bumper   AR88.20-P-2200SX
23 Install paneling in trunk   AR68.30-P-4600SX
24 Install rear door sill molding   AR68.30-P-4100SX
CHECK VALUES FOR GAPS

Number Designation Model 221
BE60.00-P-1002-01R Gap dimension Front door to A-pillar Dimension "D" mm 4.5 (±0.5)
Front door to fender Dimension "E" mm 4 (±0.5)
Front door to rear door Dimension "F" mm 4.5 (±0.5)
Trim strip at front door to roof frame Dimension "G" mm 4.5 (±0.5)
Trim strip at rear door to roof frame Dimension "H" mm 4.5 (±0.5)
Rear door to side piece, bottom Dimension "I" mm 4.5 (±0.5)
Front door cover to rear door cover Dimension "S" mm 4.5 (±0.5)
See picture    
AR60.00-P-0700-01SX
BE60.00-P-1003-01R Gap dimension Trunk lid to rear fender, top Dimension "J" mm 4 (±0.5)
Trunk lid to rear lamp unit Dimension "K" mm 4 (±0.5)
Trunk lid to bumper Dimension "L" mm 5.5 (±1.5)
Rear fender to lamp unit Dimension "M" mm 2.5 (±0.5)
Trunk lid license plate panel to rear lamp unit Dimension "N" mm 4 (±0.5)
See picture    
AR60.00-P-0700-01SX
BE60.00-P-1004-01R Gap dimension Fuel filler flap Dimension "O" mm 3.5 (±0.5)
See picture    
AR60.00-P-0700-01SX
Fig 2: Identifying Bending Iron (129 589 00 27 00)
G07501279Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 3: Identifying Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)
G07699374Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 4: Identifying Spot Weld Milling Cutter (201 589 00 51 00)
G07692600Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 5: Identifying Spot Weld Milling Cutter (215 589 00 51 00)
G07635063Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 6: Identifying Set Of Cutting Templates (221 589 03 23 00)
G07321169Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 7: Identifying Welding Bead Catcher (129 589 01 98 00)
G07470431Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1041-01A Seam sealant, sprayable 310 ml A 002 989 84 20
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20 A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1092-02A Adhesive kit, body, 2-component adhesive A 009 989 36 71
BR00.45-Z-1003-05A Cavity sealant, solvent-free (1 l container) A 000 986 72 70 05
BR00.45-Z-1001-07A Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding A 000 986 34 42
BR00.45-Z-1002-13A Polygrip countersunk-head rivet, 6.4X14 A 003 990 86 97 05
BR00.45-Z-1001-13A Blind rivet 6.4X14 A 003 990 35 97