Prepare B-Pillar For Installation - Ar63.20-P-1350-07LC

Model 217 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 217.3 

1. Scribe separating point on B-pillar (1) and longitudinal member (2) (area A).

   Transfer separation point from vehicle.

2. Grind mating surfaces on B-pillar (1) and Longitudinal member (2) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

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

3. Coat insides of spot weld flange on B-pillar (1) and longitudinal member (2) with zinc dust paint.

   Do not coat bonding surfaces with zinc dust paint (area B).

   Otherwise adhesion problems may occur.

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces.

4. Drill longitudinal member (2) with Ø 7 mm bit (area C).