Suspension Strut Tower Prepare For Installation - Ar62.20-P-1232-03ME

Model 167 

The following operation steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle on model 167.1. 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.

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1. Punch hole for hole spot welding (area A).
2. Grind mating surfaces on suspension strut tower (1) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces (areas B, C).

   Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal from the bottom (area C).

3. Remove grinding dust and drill chips.