Replace Suspension Strut Tower - Ar62.20-P-1232LF

Model 217 

Model 222 

Fig 1: Front Suspension Strut Tower And Component Locations (Model 217)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on MODEL 222 with CODE Z07 (Top protection) 

	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
	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
	Risk of death  when working on component parts and systems with U >= 30 V alternating voltage (AC) or U >= 60 V direct voltage (DC)	Do not touch damaged or defective live component parts and lines or non-insulated electrical connections and lines.	AS00.00-Z-0035-01A
	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	General information on vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system as well as personal protective equipment		AH00.00-Z-0300-01A
Notice	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice	Notes on battery		AH54.10-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
	Note on working on aluminum components and vehicles		AH60.00-P-0034-01LF
	General information on MB materials		AH98.00-P-9409-03A
	Remove
1	Remove detachable parts in area to be repaired
2	Cover all detachable parts remaining on vehicle with spark protection blanket
3	Partially remove upper front longitudinal member		AR62.20-P-1287LF
4	Set up straightening bench with module members, crossmember and straightening set	Observe set-up plans provided.
5	Place vehicle on straightening bench and fasten
6	Remove suspension strut tower (1)	Commercially available tools Stainless steel round wire brush Heat gun Wet/dry vacuum cleaner Drill bits and milling cutters for high-strength steels	AR62.20-P-1232-01LF
7	Prepare suspension strut tower (1), front mounting console (2) and rear mounting console (3)	Commercially available tools - Stainless steel round wire brush	AR62.20-P-1232-03LF
	Install
	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
	Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling vapors or swallowing adhesive. Risk of injury  caused by adhesive coming into contact with skin and eyes	Wear respiratory protection, protective gloves and safety glasses. Pour adhesive into suitable and appropriately marked containers only.	AS00.00-Z-0016-01A
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
	General notes on welding		AH60.00-P-0005-01N
8	Prepare suspension strut tower (1), front mounting console (2) and rear mounting console (3)	Commercially available tools - Manual temporary fastener, 6.35 mm - Wet/dry vacuum cleaner Observe set-up plans provided.	AR62.20-P-1232-04LF
		Adhesive kit, body, 2-component adhesive	*BR00.45-Z-1092-02A
		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
9	Release vehicle from straightening bench, lift vehicle and remove straightening bench
10	Clean welds and sheet metal flanges	Commercially available tools - Stainless steel round wire brush
11	Partially install upper front longitudinal member		AR62.20-P-1287LF
12	Remove spark protection blankets
13	Install all detachable body components in area to be repaired