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Rear Shock Absorber Strut Tower Replacement (Model 167.1, 167.3) - Ar64.20-P-1160ME

Model 167.1/3 

Fig 1: Rear Strut Tower, Inner Rear Sidemember And Adjacent Panel Components Locations (Model 167.1/3)
G15038504DANGERDANGERWARNINGCAUTIONREMOVINGREFER TO SPECIAL TOOLSINSTALLINGDANGERREFER TO SPECIAL TOOLSIMPORTANTIMPORTANTCourtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
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 Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice General information on body repair   AH60.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice Pretreatment of bonding surfaces   AH60.00-P-0008-01SX
Notice General information on crack diagnosis of aluminum parts   AH60.00-P-0014-01N
Notice Note on working on aluminum components and vehicles   AH60.00-P-0034-01ME
  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 crossmembers 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 shock-absorber strut tower (1), load compartment floor crossmember (2), rear seat belt retractor mounting support (3) and inner rear longitudinal member (4). Model 167.1 AR64.20-P-1160-01ME 
    Model 167.3 AR64.20-P-1160-01MEC 
    1K-zinc dust paint *BR00.45-Z-1056-07A 
INSTALLING Install    
DANGER 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
Notice 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 Prepare shock-absorber strut tower (1), load compartment floor crossmember (2), rear seat belt retractor mounting support (3) and inner rear longitudinal member (4). Model 167.1 AR64.20-P-1160-02ME 
    Model 167.3 AR64.20-P-1160-02MEC 
7 Install shock-absorber strut tower (1), load compartment floor crossmember (2), rear seat belt retractor mounting support (3) and inner rear longitudinal member (4). Model 167.1 AR64.20-P-1160-03ME 
    Model 167.3 AR64.20-P-1160-03MEC 
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 01 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0023K
    1K-zinc dust paint *BR00.45-Z-1056-07A 
    Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body *BR00.45-Z-1162-02A 
    Blind rivet Y2 6.5X12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1012-13A 
    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 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 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 Y1 6.4X12 (clamping range 1 mm to 3.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1035-13A 
8 Clean weld joints and sheet metal flange.    
9 Release vehicle from straightening bench, lift and remove straightening bench.    
10 Remove spark protection blankets.    
11 Clean repair area.    
12 Prime repair areas using a primer filler    
Notice Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A
  General information on operation items and work procedures for painting   AH98.00-P-0003-01A
    IMPORTANT Use only primer fillers approved by manufacturer. See guidelines for paint technology in the workshop portal.  
13 Seal seam after repair.   AR97.10-P-4000ME
14 Paint repair areas and adjacent surfaces    
  Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A
  General information on operation items and work procedures for painting   AH98.00-P-0003-01A
    IMPORTANT Only use paints approved by the manufacturer. See guidelines for paint technology in the workshop portal.  
15 Supplement cavity preservation   AR97.20-P-1500ME
16 Install all detachable parts in area to be repaired.    
REPAIR MATERIAL

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-1035-13A Blind rivet Y1 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-1056-07A 1K-zinc dust paint A 000 986 28 00
BR00.45-Z-1162-02A Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body A 012 989 17 71