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Replace Suspension Strut Tower - Ar62.20-P-1232LW

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Model 205 

Model 213 

Model 238 

Model 253 

Model 293 

Shown on model 205.0 

Fig 1: Suspension Strut Tower Component Location (Model 213) (Shown On Model 205.0)
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CAUTION 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
  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. Model 205.0/1/2 213, 253, 293 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
  General information on handling vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system   AH00.00-Z-0300-01A
  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
  Notes on battery   AH54.10-P-0001-01A
  General information on body repair   AH60.00-N-0001-01A
  Pretreatment of bonding surfaces   AH60.00-P-0008-01SX
  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-0034-01LW
  General information on MB materials   AH98.00-P-9409-03A
REMOVING Remove     
1 Remove detachable parts in area of repair point.    
2 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with spark protection blankets.    
3 Partially remove upper front longitudinal member.   AR62.20-P-1287LW 
4 Set up straightening bench with straightening bench crossmembers and straightening set.    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0023K
5 Place vehicle on straightening bench and fasten.    
6 Remove strut tower (1).   AR62.20-P-1232-01LW 
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 00 84 00 Heat gun IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools 
Round wire brush
Spot weld milling machine
Body power jigsaw
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Aluminum workplace
Aluminum tools
WS54.00-P-0049B
7 Prepare suspension strut tower (1). IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools 
Round wire brush
Aluminum workplace
Aluminum tools
AR62.20-P-1232-03LW 
INSTALLING 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
  Measures for preventing damage to components when performing electric welding and soldering work   AH60.00-P-0001-02A
  General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01N
8 Install suspension strut tower (1).   AR62.20-P-1232-04LW 
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 84 00 Welder   WS60.00-P-0021K
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0023K
IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools 
Round wire brush
Body power jigsaw
Manual temporary fastener 6.35 mm
Blind rivet gun (minimum pull-off force 19 kN)
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
Aluminum workplace
Aluminum tools
 
Blind rivet 6.5x14.5 (clamping range 4 mm to 7 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1016-13A 
Blind rivet 6.5x12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1012-13A 
Blind rivet 6.4 M6 (clamping range 5.82 mm to 7.82 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1032-13A 
Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body *BR00.45-Z-1162-02A 
9 Release vehicle from straightening bench, lift and remove straightening bench.    
10 Clean weld joints and sheet metal flange. IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools 
Round wire brush
Aluminum workplace
Aluminum tools
 
11 Partially install upper front longitudinal member.   AR62.20-P-1287LW 
12 Install detachable parts in the area of the repair point.    
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1012-13A Blind rivet 6.5x12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) A 004 990 16 97
BR00.45-Z-1016-13A Blind rivet 6.5x14.5 (clamping range 4 mm to 7 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) A 004 990 17 97
BR00.45-Z-1032-13A Blind rivet 6.4 M6 (clamping range 5.82 mm to 7.82 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) A 003 990 81 97
BR00.45-Z-1162-02A Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body A 012 989 17 71