Removing Rear Section Of Roof Paneling - Ar65.10-P-5760-01MFA

Model 118.6 

with code 413 (Automatic panoramic sliding sunroof) 

Model 177.0 

with code 413 (Automatic panoramic sliding sunroof) 

Model 247.0/6/7 

with code 413 (Automatic panoramic sliding sunroof) 

Fig 1: Spacer Blocks (216 589 02 23 00)

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Additional information can be found in the superordinate service document.

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

The following operation steps are shown on model 177.0.

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1. Insert set of spacer blocks at undamaged side of roof duct between rear roof paneling (1) and side roof paneling and adjust to dimension.

   During installation, fit rear roof paneling (1) with adjusted spacer blocks.

2. Mark positions on vehicle and write down dimensions of the spacer blocks.
3. Expose spot welds at rear roof paneling (1) and cut off (areas A, B and C).

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4. Heat rear roof paneling (1) in cross-hatched areas (areas H).

   Cross-hatched areas are bonded with adhesive.

5. Remove rear roof paneling (1).

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6. Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal in cross-hatched areas (areas E, F).

   Sand down spot weld flanges to bare metal on both sides.

7. Remove shavings and drill chips.
8. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.

   Do not coat bonding surfaces with zinc dust paint (areas F).

   Otherwise adhesion problems can occur.

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces.

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