Completely Remove/Install Rear Longitudinal Member - Ar64.20-P-1220LF

Model 217.3 

Model 222 

except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) 

Fig 1: Rear Side Member, Crossmembers And Adjacent Component Locations (Model 222)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 222 

	Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
	Risk of death  when working on component parts and systems with U >= 30 V alternating voltage (AC) or U >= 60 V direct voltage (DC)	Do not touch damaged or defective live component parts and lines or non-insulated electrical connections and lines.	AS00.00-Z-0035-01A
	Risk of explosion  from aluminum grinding dust, risk of injury to respiratory system from inhaling dust	Wear dust filter mask, safety glasses, and protective gloves. Use a suitable, grounded dust extraction system.	AS60.00-Z-0007-01N
	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
Notice	General information on vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system as well as personal protective equipment		AH00.00-Z-0300-01A
Notice	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice	Notes on battery		AH54.10-P-0001-01A
Notice	General information on body repair		AH60.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice	Pretreatment of bonding surfaces		AH60.00-P-0008-01SX
Notice	General information on crack diagnosis of aluminum parts		AH60.00-P-0014-01N
	General information on repair of vehicles with ultra-strength steels.		AH60.00-P-0024-01N
	Note on working on aluminum components and vehicles		AH60.00-P-0034-01LF
	Notes on acoustic foam and structural foam in the vehicle	Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)	AH60.00-P-0039-01A
	General information on MB materials		AH98.00-P-9409-03A
	Remove
1	Remove detachable parts in area to be repaired
2	Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with spark protection blankets
3	Remove rear fender	Model 217.3	AR63.50-P-1400LC
		Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)	AR63.50-P-1400LF
4	B-pillar	Model 217.3
			AR63.20-P-1350LC
5	Remove bottom rear center section with rear crossmember		AR64.20-P-1060LF
6	Partially remove side longitudinal member paneling	Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
			AR63.30-P-1040LF
		Remove only rear section of longitudinal member paneling up to approx. start of B-pillar.
7	Set up straightening bench with straightening set
	000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system		WS60.00-P-0023K
		Observe set-up plans provided.
8	Place vehicle on straightening bench and fasten
9	Remove rear longitudinal member (1)	Model 217.3 Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
			AR64.20-P-1200-22LF
		When replacing rear longitudinal member (1), also replace rear crossmember (2), floor (3), front crossmember (4), longitudinal member outer shell (5), reinforcement (6) and longitudinal member inner panel (7).
		Commercially available devices/tools  Blind rivet tool Round wire brush Spot weld milling machine Body power jigsaw Drill bits and milling cutters for high-strength steels Heat gun Wet/dry vacuum cleaner Body and aluminum workplace Aluminum tools
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A
10	Prepare rear longitudinal member (1)	Model 217.3 Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
			AR64.20-P-1200-23LF
		Commercially available devices/tools  Round wire brush Body power jigsaw Body and aluminum workplace Aluminum tools
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A
	Install
	The high voltage used for electric welding presents a lethal hazard. Risk of explosion  from welding in areas close to highly inflammable materials. Risk of injury  from weld splatter and UV-light when welding. Risk of poisoning  from inhaling welding gases	Use insulating mats. Wear protective clothing, safety glasses and a protective mask. Remove highly inflammable materials from the hazard area. Use air extraction system.	AS00.00-Z-0007-01A
	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
Notice	Measures for preventing damage to components when performing electric welding and soldering work		AH60.00-P-0001-02A
Notice	Notes on processing of 2-K structural foam adhesive during body repairs		AH60.00-P-0040-01A
Notice	General information on riveting		AH60.00-P-0003-01N
11	Install rear longitudinal member (1)	Model 217.3 Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
			AR64.20-P-1200-24LF
	000 588 01 84 00 Welder		WS60.00-P-0021K
	000 588 02 84 00 Welder		WS60.00-P-0022K
		Commercially available devices/tools  Blind rivet tool Round wire brush Manual temporary fastener 6.35 mm Drill bits and milling cutters for high-strength steels Spot welder Wet/dry vacuum cleaner Body and aluminum workplace Aluminum tools
		Cleaner	*BR00.45-Z-1025-04A
		Adhesive kit, body, 2-component adhesive	*BR00.45-Z-1092-02A
		2-component adhesive for reinforcements	*BR00.45-Z-1152-02A
		Blind rivet Y2 6.5X12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN)	*BR00.45-Z-1012-13A
		Blind rivet Y3 6.5X14.5 (clamping range 4 mm to 7 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN)	*BR00.45-Z-1016-13A
		Blind rivet Y1 6.4X12 (clamping range 1 mm to 3.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN)	*BR00.45-Z-1035-13A
		Hexalobular bolt M6X16	*BR00.45-Z-1041-13A
		Nut M6	*BR00.45-Z-1042-13A
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A
12	Partially install side longitudinal member paneling	Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)
			AR63.30-P-1040LF
13	Install bottom rear center section with rear crossmember		AR64.20-P-1060LF
14	Install B-pillar	Model 217.3
			AR63.20-P-1350LC
15	Install rear fender	Model 217.3	AR63.50-P-1400LC
		Model 222 except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)	AR63.50-P-1400LF