CROSSMEMBER Removal - Ar64.20-P-1060-10S

	000 588 04 39 00 Rivet press tool		WS60.00-P-0440B
	000 588 03 39 00 Rivet die		WS60.00-P-0386K

Model 223.0/1 

Model 223.9 

The following operation steps are shown on model 223.1.

The superordinate service document as well as the safety information in the service document must be observed.

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1. Coarsely cut the crossmember (2) and support angle (3) (areas A).
2. Remove section of crossmember (2) with support angle (3).
3. Press out self-pierce rivets at remaining sections of crossmember (2) and support angle (3) using rivet press tool (areas B).
4. Remove remaining section of the crossmember (2) with the support angle (3).

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5. Heat remaining sections of crossmember (2) and support angle (3) in cross-hatched areas.

   Cross-hatched areas are bonded with adhesive.

6. Remove remaining sections of crossmember (2) and support angle (3).

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7. Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal in cross-hatched areas.

   Grind spot weld flanges down to bare metal on both sides.

8. Remove grinding dust.