Upper A-Pillar Reinforcement Install And Weld In - Ar63.20-P-1113-04RG

	000 588 04 39 00 Rivet press tool		WS60.00-P-0440B
	000 588 12 84 00 Welder		WS00.00-P-0318K

Model 190 

Further information can be found in the superordinate service document. Comply with safety information in superordinate customer service document.

The following operation steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle. In case of damage, these steps must be similarly performed on the right side of the vehicle.

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Shown on model 190.4 

1. Install, fit and fix in place new upper A-pillar reinforcement part (1).
2. Rivet upper A-pillar reinforcement (1) with rivet press tool and blind rivets (2).

   Use blind rivets 6.4x20 (Klemmbereich 7 mm up to 10.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.4 kN).

3. Tack weld upper A-pillar reinforcement (1) with welder ( ) (areas A1, A2 and B1).

   When MIG welding ( ) prepare welds by grinding down to bare metal with stainless steel brush. Weld seams must  be tack welded at start, end and every approx. 4 cm.

4. Check weld seam gaps.

   Check all weld seam gaps before start of welding. The weld seam gap may not be greater than 1 mm, where required use a body weld.

5. Weld upper A-pillar reinforcement (1) with welder ( ) (areas A1, A2 and B1).

When MIG welding ( ), prepare welds by grinding down to bare metal with stainless steel brush directly before welding. Tack weld seams at start, end and approx. every 4 cm. Weld seam gap should not be greater than 1 mm; if required, create a pre-seam.