Prepare section of rear fender - AR63.50-P-1450-02ELX

MODEL 204.2 

MODEL 204.9 

MODEL 212.2 

MODEL 218.9 

The following operation steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle on MODEL 218.9 and must be performed analogously on the right side in the event of damage.

1. Scribe separation point on rear fender (1) at Y-markings and cut (area A).
2. Scribe separation point on rear fender (1) (area B).

   Transfer separation point from vehicle.

   Fig 1: Rear Fender Separation Point

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3. Cut out spot welds on rear fender (1) (areas C and D).
4. Remove section from rear fender (1).
5. Grind mating surfaces on rear fender (1) down to bare metal in the crosshatched areas.

   Sand down spot weld flanges to bare metal on both sides.

6. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.
   Fig 2: Rear Fender Spot Welds Area

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   Only if C-pillar is not replaced.

7. Cut out spot welds on lock striker bracket (2) (area E).

   Only if C-pillar is not replaced.

8. Drill Ø 8 mm spot weld on lock striker bracket (2) (area F).
9. Remove locking eye bracket (2).

   Only if C-pillar is not replaced.