Install C-Pillar - Ar63.20-P-0500-03LF

Model 222 

except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) 

Further information can be found in the superordinate service document.

The safety information in the superordinate service document must be observed.

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

1. Install C-pillar (1), fit, and fix in place.
2. Mark position of rivet holes on rear center section.

   The distance between the rivet holes and the outer edge should be at least 10 mm.

   Dimensions  :

   a = approx 17 mm

   b = approx. 18 mm

3. Drill Ø 6.7 mm rivet holes on C-pillar (1) (area C).
4. Coat insides of riveted joints with zinc dust paint (area C).

   After removing C-pillar (1) and deburring rivet holes.

   Shown on model 222.0 

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5. Drill Ø 6.7 mm rivet holes on C-pillar (1) and countersink (area D).

   Only if no riveter for punching and flow-form rivets is used for installation.

   Countersink rivet holes to create level surface when riveting.

   Otherwise the rear fender cannot be installed correctly.

6. Drill Ø 6.7 mm rivet holes in C-pillar (1) (areas E and F).

   Drill rivet hole in center of flange The distance between the rivet hole and the outer edge should be at least 10 mm (area F).

7. Model 222.0/1

   except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) Drill Ø 6.7 mm rivet holes in C-pillar (1). (area G).

8. Model 222.9

   except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) Prepare bonding surfaces (area G).

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   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces. Observe manufacturer's specifications for drying and processing time of adhesive.

   Connection is bonded.

9. Remove C-pillar (1).
10. Drill rivet holes in C-pillar (1) and deburr on body on both sides.
11. Cut out structural foam part in area of rivet holes until rivets can be inserted without problems (area G).
12. Remove drilling chips.

    Shown on model 222.0 

13. Clip upper foam part (2) and lower foam part (3) into C-pillar (1).

    Insert upper foam part (2) with sealant.

14. Apply sealant to upper foam part (2) and lower foam part (3) in crosshatched areas.
15. Apply 2-component adhesive to reinforcements in crosshatched area (area N).

    Model 222.9

    except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) Apply the adhesive on both sides (area N).

    Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces. Observe manufacturer's specifications for drying and processing time of adhesive.

    C-pillar (1), inside, shown on MODEL 222.0 

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16. Apply 2-component adhesive to body in crosshatched areas.

    Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces. Observe manufacturer's specifications for drying and processing time of adhesive.

    Shown on model 222.0 

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17. Install C-pillar (1) fit and fix in place.
18. Rivet C-pillar (1) with Ø 6.4x12 rivets (areas I and O).
19. Model 222.0/1

    except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) Rivet C-pillar (1) with Ø 6.4x12 rivets (area H).

20. Rivet C-pillar (1) with Ø 6.4x14 countersunk head rivets (area J).

    Flow-form rivet structure up to 3.5 mm clamping range "S1" can also be used if a riveter for punching and flow-form rivets is used for installation.

    Shown on model 222.0 

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    Shown on model 222.0 

21. C-pillar (1) (areas K).
22. C-pillar (1) (area L).
23. Grind inert gas spot weld down flat (area L).
24. Clean welding areas no longer accessible after installing rear fender with zinc dust paint.

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    Shown on model 222.9 

25. Model 222.9

    except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version)

    C-pillar reinforcement (4) (areas R).

26. Model 222.9

    except code Z07 (B7 armoring on special protection version) C-pillar reinforcement (4) (area P).