Replace Top Rear CROSSMEMBER For Soft-Top Compartment - Ar64.20-P-1150LCA

Model 217.4 

Fig 1: Soft-Top Compartment Upper Rear Crossmember Component Location (Model 217.4)

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	Remove
	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 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 body repair		AH60.00-P-0001-01KOA
	General information on MB materials		AH98.00-P-9409-03A
1	Remove detachable parts in area to be repaired
2	Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with spark protection blanket
3	Separate upper rear crossmember for soft top compartment (1)	Commercially available tools Round wire brush Stainless steel round wire brush Body power jigsaw Spot weld milling machine Wet/dry vacuum cleaner	AR64.20-P-1150-01LCA
		Primer stick	*BR00.45-Z-1012-07A
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A
4	Prepare upper rear crossmember for soft top compartment (1)	Commercially available tools Round wire brush Body power jigsaw	AR64.20-P-1150-02LCA
		Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A
	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 notes on welding		AH60.00-P-0005-01N
5	Install upper rear crossmember for soft top compartment (1)	Commercially available tools Round wire brush Stainless steel round wire brush Spot welder	AR64.20-P-1150-03LCA
		Trunk lid to rear fender	*BE60.00-P-1007-01DA
		Soft top compartment lid to rear fender	*BE60.00-P-1020-01DA
		Soft top compartment lid to trunk lid	*BE60.00-P-1021-01DA
		White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20	*BR00.45-Z-1003-01A
		Feeler gauge	Fig 2
6	Clean weld joints and sheet metal flange with round wire brush
7	Remove spark protection blankets
8	Clean repair area	Commercially available tools Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
	Risk of explosion  caused by paint vapors igniting. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling paint vapors.	No smoking! No open fire! Use respiratory protection, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and protective skin cream. Ensure that the area is well ventilated.	AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
9	Prime repair area using primer filler
Notice	Notes on paintwork repairs		AH98.00-P-9408-02A
	General information on operation items and work procedures for painting		AH98.00-P-0003-01A
10	Seal seam following repairs	Supplement standard seals with sealant.	AR97.10-P-4000LF
	Risk of explosion  caused by paint vapors igniting. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling paint vapors.	No smoking! No open fire! Use respiratory protection, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and protective skin cream. Ensure that the area is well ventilated.	AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
	Paint repair areas and adjacent surfaces
Notice	Notes on paintwork repairs		AH98.00-P-9408-02A
		General information on operation items and work procedures for painting	AH98.00-P-0003-01A
12	Add cavity preserving agent		AR97.20-P-1500LF
13	Install detachable parts in area to be repaired

CHECK VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number	Designation			Model 217.4
BE60.00-P-1007-01DA	Trunk lid to rear fender	Dimension "F8/F8B"	mm	3, 5 (± 1, 0)
		For picture, see		AR60.00-P-0700-01LC

CHECK VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number	Designation			Model 217.4
BE60.00-P-1020-01DA	Soft top compartment lid to rear fender	Dimension "F137a"	mm	3, 5 (± 1, 0)
		For picture, see		AR60.00-P-0700-01LC

CHECK VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number	Designation			Model 217.4
BE60.00-P-1021-01DA	Soft top compartment lid to trunk lid	Dimension "F177"	mm	5, 0 (+1, 0/-0, 5)
		For picture, see		AR60.00-P-0700-01LC

Fig 2: Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)

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REPAIR MATERIALS

Number	Designation	Order number
BR00.45-Z-1001-07A	Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding	A 000 986 34 42
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A	White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20	A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1012-07A	Primer stick	A 000 986 27 50