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Install And Weld In Longitudinal Member Front Section - Ar62.20-P-1260-07LW

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IMPORTANT The next steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle on model 205 and must be performed in the same way on the right side in the event of damage.

  1. Install rear longitudinal member front section (1), fit with straightening tools and fix in place.
  2. Drill rivet hole on longitudinal member front section (1) with Ø 6.7 mm bit (area A).
  3. Remove straightening tools and longitudinal member front section (1).
  4. Deburr rivet hole on longitudinal member front section (1) and body on both sides.
  5. Remove drilling chips.
  6. Coat insides of riveted joint with zinc dust paint.
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  7. Install longitudinal member (1) with straightening tools and fix in place.
  8. Rivet longitudinal member front section (1) with Ø 6.5x12.5 rivets (area B).
  9. Longitudinal member front section (1) SHIELDED GAS SEAM WELD (area C and D).

    IMPORTANT Perform inert gas welding at intervals and allow to cool down in between. This reduces heat distortion.