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Replace Rear Shock-Absorber Strut Tower - Ar64.20-P-1160FR

Model 257 

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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
DANGER 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
WARNING Risk of injury.  Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
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
Notice General information on body repair   AH60.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice Note on working on aluminum components and vehicles   AH60.00-P-0034-01FR
Notice Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
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
  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 Set up straightening bench with straightening bench support members and straightening set    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0023K
4 Place vehicle on straightening bench and fasten.    
5 Remove mounting console (2)   AR64.10-P-5746FR 
6 Remove rear end crossmember (3) and shock absorber strut tower (1).   AR64.20-P-1160-01FR 
INSTALLING Install     
  General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01N
7 Prepare shock-absorber strut tower (1) and rear end crossmember (3).   AR64.20-P-1160-02FR 
8 Install shock-absorber strut tower (1) and rear end crossmember (3).   AR64.20-P-1160-03FR 
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0023K
    Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body *BR00.45-Z-1162-02A 
    Blind rivet Y5 6.4 (clamping range 7.82 mm to 9.83 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1034-13A 
    Blind rivet Y4 6.4 M6 (clamping range 5.82 mm to 7.82 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1032-13A 
    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 Y2 6.5X12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1012-13A 
9 Install mounting support (2).   AR64.10-P-5746FR 
10 Release vehicle from straightening bench, lift and remove straightening bench.    
11 Remove spark protection blankets.    
12 Reinstall detachable parts in area of repair point.    
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1012-13A Blind rivet Y2 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 Y3 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 Y4 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-1034-13A Blind rivet Y5 6.4 (clamping range 7.82 mm to 9.83 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) A 003 990 80 97
BR00.45-Z-1162-02A Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body A 012 989 17 71