Upper Front Longitudinal Member Installation - Ar62.20-P-1286-03MFX

Model 247.6/7 

The next steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle on model 247.6. In case of damage on the right side of the vehicle, these steps must be performed analogously.

The higher-level service document as well as the safety information in the service document must be observed.

1. Install front top longitudinal member (1), fit with connecting carrier (2), and fix in place.

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2. Drill rivet holes in upper front longitudinal member (1) with Ø 6.7 mm (area A).
3. Remove connecting carrier and top front longitudinal member (1).
4. Deburr drill holes on upper front longitudinal member (1) and body on both sides.
5. Remove drilling chips.
6. Coat insides of riveted joints with zinc dust paint.

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7. Apply 2-component adhesive to body in cross-hatched area.

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces and manufacturer's specifications for drying and processing time of 2-component adhesive.

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8. Install upper front longitudinal member (1) with connecting carrier (2) and fix in place.
9. Rivet upper front longitudinal member (1) with Ø 6.5x12.5 rivets (areas B₁ ).
10. Rivet upper front longitudinal member (1) with Ø 6.5x14.5 rivets (area B₂ ).
11. Upper front longitudinal member (1) (areas C).
12. Bend sheet metal lug closed in direction of arrow.
13. Remove connecting carrier (2).

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