Remove/Install C-Pillar - Ar63.20-P-0500LW

Model 205.0/1

Fig 1: C-Pillar And Strut Component Locations (Model 205.0/1)

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	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.	AS00.00-Z-0035-01A
Topical note	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 .
Topical note	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A .
Topical note	Notes on battery		AH54.10-P-0001-01A .
Topical note	General information on body repair		AH60.00-N-0001-01A .
Topical note	Pretreatment of bonding surfaces		AH60.00-P-0008-01SX .
	General information on MB materials		AH98.00-P-9409-03A .
	Remove
1	Remove detachable parts in area to be repaired
2	Cover all detachable parts remaining on vehicle with spark protection blanket
3	Remove rear fender		AR63.50-P-1400LW .
4	Remove C-pillar (1) and strut (2)	Commercially available devices/tools Round wire brush Spot weld cutter Heat gun Wet/dry vacuum cleaner	AR63.20-P-0500-01LW .
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A .
5	Prepare C-pillar (1) and strut (2)	Commercially available devices/tools Round wire brush	AR63.20-P-0500-02LW .
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A .
	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 .
	Risk of poisoning caused by inhaling vapors or swallowing adhesive. Risk of injury caused by adhesive coming into contact with skin and eyes	Wear respiratory protection, protective gloves and safety glasses. Pour adhesive into suitable and appropriately marked containers only.	AS00.00-Z-0016-01A .
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 .
6	Install C-pillar (1) and strut (2)	Commercially available devices/tools Blind rivet tool Round wire brush Manual temporary fastener 6.35 mm Spot welder Wet/dry vacuum cleaner	AR63.20-P-0500-03LW .
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A .
		White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20	*BR00.45-Z-1003-01A .
		Adhesive kit, body, 2-component adhesive	*BR00.45-Z-1092-02A .
		Blind rivet 6.4X12 (clamping range 1 mm to 3.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN)	*BR00.45-Z-1035-13A .
7	Clean welds and sheet metal flanges	Commercially available devices/tools Round wire brush
8	Install rear fender		AR63.50-P-1400LW .

C-PILLAR INSTALLATION REPAIR MATERIALS (Model 205.0/1)

Number	Designation	Order number
BR00.45-Z-1001-07A	Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	A 000 986 34 42
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A	White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20	A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1035-13A	Blind rivet 6.4X12 (clamping range 1 mm to 3.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN)	A 000 991 76 32
BR00.45-Z-1092-02A	Adhesive kit, body, 2-component adhesive	A 012 989 17 71