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Outer Longitudinal Member Shell On Entry Partial Installation - Ar63.30-S-1110-03E

Model 447, 448 

MODIFICATION NOTES

26.01.2022 Method extended. Operation steps 19 to 22  
ADJUST GAP DIMENSIONS

Number Designation Model 447, 448 except code W64, W65, W68 Model 447, 448 with code W64, W65, W68
BE60.00-Z-1002-01KOJ Adjust gap dimensions Fender to headlamp Dimension "BA" mm 2 (±1) 2 (±1)
Fender to bumper Dimension "BB" mm 0, 3 (±0, 25) 0, 3 (±0, 25)
Fender to A-pillar Dimension "BC" mm 2, 6 (±1) 2, 6 (±1)
Fender to front door Dimension "BD" mm 4, 5 (±0, 8) 4, 5 (±0, 8)
Fender to longitudinal member Dimension "BE" mm 4, 5 (±1, 2) 4, 5 (±1, 2)
For picture, see   AR60.00-S-0700-01E AR60.00-S-0700-01E
ADJUST GAP DIMENSIONS

Number Designation Model 447, 448 except code W64, W65, W68 Model 447, 448 with code W64, W65, W68
BE60.00-Z-1004-01KOJ Adjust gap dimensions Front door to longitudinal member Dimension "DA" mm 6 (+2/-1) 6 (+2/-1)
Front door to sidewall Dimension "DB" mm 4 (±1) 4 (±1)
Front door to sliding door Dimension "DC" mm 4 (+1, 2/-0, 8) 4 (+1, 2/-0, 8)
Front door to A-pillar Dimension "DD" mm 4, 5 (+1, 5/-1) 4, 5 (+1, 5/-1)
Front door to fuel filler door Dimension "DE" mm 4 (±1) 4 (±1)
For picture, see   AR60.00-S-0700-01E AR60.00-S-0700-01E
Fig 1: Identifying Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)
G07699374Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
  1. Apply sealant to body (area A).
  2. Install fuel filler flap.

    Only when replacing left side of vehicle.

  3. Install longitudinal member outer shell (1) and front door and fit.
  4. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

    Install mounting rail (2) on longitudinal member panel.

    IMPORTANT For this purpose fasten mounting rail (2) with screws (3).

  5. Check gaps using SPECIAL TOOL feeler gauge and adjust. HAND-HELD TESTERHAND-HELD TESTER
    G16487940Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
  6. Fix longitudinal member outer shell (1) in place.
  7. Remove fuel filler flap.

    Only when replacing left side of vehicle.

  8. Remove front door.
  9. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

    Tack weld SHIELDED GAS PLUG WELD longitudinal member outer shell (1) (area H).

  10. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

    Remove mounting rail (2) on longitudinal member panel.

    G16487941Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
  11. Longitudinal member outer shell (1) POLARIZATION RESISTANCE SINGLE-ROW SPOT WELD (areas B and C).
  12. Longitudinal member outer shell (1) SHIELDED GAS PLUG WELD (area G).
  13. Weld in outer longitudinal member shell (1) with SHIELDED GAS SEAM WELD INTERRUPTED (area F).

    IMPORTANT Start and end shielding gas welds approx. 5 mm from e°e of sheet metal.

  14. Longitudinal member outer shell (1) SHIELDED GAS SEAM WELD (areas D and E).

    IMPORTANT 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 longitudinal member outer shell (1) and smooth.
  18. Remove shavings and drill chips.
    G16487802Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

    Shown on model 447.811 

  19. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

    Position mounting rail (2) and align.

  20. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

    Transfer holes of mounting rail (2) to body.

    IMPORTANT Then remove mounting rail (2).

  21. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

    Drill and center punch holes (arrows).

  22. Model 447, 448.8 with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)

Deburr holes and remove drill chips.

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