Lower Section Of Sidewall Paneling With C-Pillar Reinforcement Install And Weld In - Ar63.10-S-0060-03E

	000 588 12 84 00 Welder		WS00.00-P-0318K
	000 588 13 84 00 Welder		WS60.00-P-0437K

Model 447, 448 

Right side of vehicle 

Model 447, 448 

with code T19 (Sliding door left) 

Left side of vehicle 

Refer to the superordinate service document for further information. Observe safety information in the superordinate service document.

The next steps are shown on model 447 with code T19 (left sliding door) on the left side of the vehicle and must be carried out in the same way on the right side of the vehicle in the event of damage.

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1. Apply 2-component adhesive to the body (area A).

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces (area A). Refer to the manufacturer's information for the curing and working times of 2-component adhesive.

2. Install C-pillar reinforcement section (1), fit, and fix in place.
3. C-pillar reinforcement section (1) (area B).
4. C-pillar reinforcement section (1) (area C).

   Inert gas weld in intervals and allow to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.

5. Grind MIG weld down flat.
6. Clean weld joints.
7. Remove shavings.
8. Coat weld joints with zinc dust paint.

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9. Apply 2-component adhesive to the C-pillar reinforcement section (1) (area D).

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surface (area D). Refer to the manufacturer's information for the curing and working times of 2-component adhesive.

10. Apply sealant to the C-pillar reinforcement section (1) (area E).
11. Install sidewall paneling section (2), fit, and fix in place.
12. Sidewall paneling section (2) (area F).
13. Sidewall paneling section (2) (area G).
14. Sidewall paneling section (2) (area H).

    Inert gas weld in intervals and allow to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.

15. Grind shielding gas welds and shielding gas spot welds down flat.
16. Clean weld joints.
17. Restore surfaces on sidewall paneling and smooth.
18. Remove shavings.

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    Shown on model 447.811 

19. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior door sill) Position and align rail (X).
20. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior door sill) Transfer hole from rail (X) to body.

    Then remove rail (X).

21. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior door sill) Drill and center punch hole (arrow).

    Number of holes can vary depending on design.

22. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior door sill) Deburr holes and remove drill chips.