Separate Outer Side Wall - Ar63.10-P-0805-01GQ

MODEL 166 

Illustrated on model 166.0 

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Dimensions: 

1. Scribe separating point on outer side wall (1) and cut out (area A).

   Measure dimension (a) only on model 166.0. On model 166.8 transfer connecting point from new part.

2. Scribe separating point on outer side wall (1) and cut out (area B₁ ).

   Do not damage side longitudinal member below. Separating point is Y-marking (arrow).

3. Expose spot welds on outer side wall (1) and cut out (areas C₁ , C₂ , C₃ , C₄ , D, E, F, G, H, I, J and K).
4. Cut adhesive bead between outer rear wheel well and outer side wall (1) (area B₂ ).
5. Heat outer side wall (1) in crosshatched areas.

   Cross-hatched areas are bonded.

   Only model 166.8 heat only on crosshatched areas X₁ and X₂ .

6. Remove damaged outer side wall (1).
7. Remove remaining adhesive from outer rear wheel well (area XX).

   A maximum of 2 mm of adhesive residue may be left. Pull off loose adhesive material (remaining pieces which are not completely cut off).

8. Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal in the cross-hatched areas.

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

   Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA