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Replace Complete A-Pillar Together With Side Longitudinal Member - Ar63.20-P-1150GQ

Model 166, 292 

Illustrated on model 166.0 

Fig 1: Inner A-Pillar, Outer A-Pillar And A-Pillar Reinforcement Component Locations (Model 166) (Shown On Model 166.0)
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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 .
Topical note General information on body repair   AH60.00-N-0001-01A
  General information on MB materials   AH98.00-P-9409-03A .
REMOVING Remove     
1 Remove all detachable parts in area to be repaired    
2 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with fire-resistant welding protection blanket    
3 Equip straightening bench with module members, cross members and straightening tool set    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0023K .
    IMPORTANT Observe set-up plans provided.  
DANGER 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 .
4 Place vehicle on straightening bench and fasten    
5 Remove A-pillar outer section (1), A-pillar reinforcement (2) and A-pillar inner section (3)   AR63.20-P-1150-01GQ .
    IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools  Round wire brush Spot weld milling machine Drill bits and milling cutters for high-strength steels Body jig saw
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
 
    Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A .
6 Prepare A-pillar outer section (1), A-pillar reinforcement (2) and A-pillar inner section (3) for installation   AR63.20-P-1150-06GQ .
    IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools  Body jig saw Round wire brush  
    Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A .
INSTALLING Install     
DANGER 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 .
7 Install A-pillar outer section (1), A-pillar reinforcement (2) and A-pillar inner section (3) fit in place and install   AR63.20-P-1150-04GQ .
Topical note 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 .
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS     WS60.00-P-0021K .
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS     WS60.00-P-0022K .
    IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools  Blind rivet tool Manual temporary fastener 6.35 mm Hand drill
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
 
    Gap dimension *BE60.00-P-1001-01Z .
    Gap dimension *BE60.00-P-1002-01Z .
    Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A .
    Blind rivet with polygrip countersunk head 6.4 X14 (clamping range 2 mm to 8.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 10.8 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1002-13A .
    Blind rivet 6.5X12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1012-13A .
    SPECIAL TOOL Feeler gauge  
DANGER 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 .
8 Release vehicle from straightening bench and remove straightening bench    
9 Clean welds and sheet metal flanges IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools  Round wire brush  
10 Remove fire-resistant welding blankets    
11 Clean repair area IMPORTANTCommercially available devices/tools  Wet/dry vacuum cleaner  
DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by paint vapors igniting. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling paint vapors. No smoking! No open fire! Use respiratory protection, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and protective skin cream. Ensure that the area is well ventilated. AS98.00-Z-0002-01A .
12 Prime repair area using primer filler    
Topical note Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A .
    Use only primer filler approved by Daimler AG  
DANGER Risk of explosion  and poisoning caused by solvent vapors and gasses. Risk of injury  to skin and eyes when working with anticorrosion agents Never spray corrosion protection on flames or hot, glowing objects and keep them well away from all potential sources of ignition. Use them only in well-ventilated rooms; wear respiratory protection. AS97.00-Z-0001-01A .
13 Seal seam following repairs   AR97.10-P-4000GQ .
Topical note Notes on sprayable joint sealant   AH97.10-P-0002-01A .
  Notes on seam seal   AH97.10-P-0002-02A .
    IMPORTANT Supplement standard seals with sealant.  
DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by paint vapors igniting. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling paint vapors. No smoking! No open fire! Use respiratory protection, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and protective skin cream. Ensure that the area is well ventilated. AS98.00-Z-0002-01A .
14 Paint repair areas and adjacent surfaces    
Topical note Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A .
    Use only paints approved by Daimler AG  
15 Add cavity preserving agent   AR97.20-P-1500GQ .
16 Install detachable parts in area to be repaired    
TEST AND ADJUSTMENT VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BE60.00-P-1001-01Z Gap dimension Engine hood to fender Dimension "A" mm 3, 8 (±1) 3, 0 (±0, 5)
Engine hood to headlamp Dimension "B" mm 3, 9 (±1) 3, 5 (±1)
Engine hood to bumper Dimension "C" mm 5, 4 (±1, 5) 4, 5 (±1, 5)
Fender to A-pillar Dimension "D" mm 3, 5 (±1) 3, 0 (±0, 5)
Front door to fender Dimension "E" mm 4, 3 (±0, 7) 4, 0 (+1/-0, 5)
Front door to rear door Dimension "F" mm 4, 8 (±0, 7) 4, 5 (+1/-0, 5)
Rear door to rear fender Dimension "I" mm 4, 3 (±0, 7) 3, 5 (+1/-0, 5)
For picture, see   AR60.00-P-0700-01GQ . AR60.00-P-0700-01GQ .
TEST AND ADJUSTMENT VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number Designation Model 166 Model 292
BE60.00-P-1002-01Z Gap dimension Bumper to headlamp Dimension "S1" mm 3, 0 (±0, 5) 2, 0 (±1)
Dimension "S2" mm 3, 0 (±0, 5) 2, 0 (±1)
Dimension "S3" mm 3, 0 (±0, 5) 3, 0 (±1)
Fender to headlamp Dimension "R" mm 3, 9 (±1) 3, 0 (±1)
Engine hood to A-pillar Dimension "Q" mm 3, 5 (±1) 4, 0 (+1, 5/-1, 0)
For picture, see   AR60.00-P-0700-01GQ . AR60.00-P-0700-01GQ .
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REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1001-07A Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding A 000 986 34 42
BR00.45-Z-1002-13A Blind rivet with polygrip countersunk head 6.4X14 (clamping range 2 mm to 8.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 10.8 kN) A 003 990 86 97 05
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