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Install and weld center roof paneling - AR65.10-P-1000-04TA

Fig 1: Identifying Set Of Spacer Blocks (211 589 12 23 00)
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REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A Sealant, white, 310 ml, DB supply specification 6069.20 A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1003-05A Cavity preservation, solvent-free (1 l container) A 000 986 72 70 05
BR00.45-Z-1008-13A Blind rivet, power window at left door 4.8X8 A 003 990 24 97
Fig 2: Identifying Roof Panel Drilling Areas (5mm Holes)
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  1. Install and attach roof paneling.

    IMPORTANT Align using spacer blocks and attach using clamping pliers.

  2. Drill dia. 5.0 mm rivet holes (areas K and L).

    IMPORTANT Fitting work is shown on right side of vehicle. Proceed analog on left side of vehicle.

  3. Drill dia. 7 mm holes (see arrow).
  4. File out front and center hole to oblong hole.
  5. Remove roof.
  6. Deburr holes and countersink.
    Fig 3: Locating Vehicle Drilling Areas (7mm Holes)
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  7. Apply MB body sealant (area M).
    Fig 4: Identifying MB Body Sealant Area
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    Fig 5: Identifying Roof Panel Weld And Rivet Areas
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  8. Install and attach roof paneling.

    IMPORTANT Align using spacer blocks and attach using clamping pliers.

  9. Weld in roof paneling with POLARIZATION RESISTANCE SINGLE-ROW SPOT WELD (areas A, B and C).
  10. Rivet roof paneling and rear fender with 4.8 x 8 steel/steel blind rivet (areas K and L).

    IMPORTANT area K = approx. 40 cm from rear edge

  11. Weld in roof paneling with SHIELDED GAS SEAM WELD (areas E, F, G, H, I and J).
  12. Clean welds with wire brush.
Fig 6: Identifying Roof Paneling Weld Areas
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