D-Pillar Installation - Ar63.20-P-2000-03ME (Model 167.1)

Model 167.1 

The following operation steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle. In case of damage on the right side of the vehicle, these steps must be performed analogously.

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

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1. Install outer D-pillar (2) and beltline reinforcement (1), fit, and fix in place.
2. Drill rivet holes in the beltline reinforcement (1) and outer D-pillar (2) with Ø 6.7 mm bit (areas A).
3. Remove beltline reinforcement (1) and outer D-pillar (2).
4. Deburr rivet holes on beltline reinforcement (1) and outer D-pillar (2) and on body on both sides.
5. Remove drill chips.
6. Coat insides of riveted joints with zinc dust paint.

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7. Install outer D-pillar (2) and beltline reinforcement (1) and fix in place.
8. Rivet beltline reinforcement (1) and outer D-pillar (2) with Ø 6.4x12 rivets (areas C).
9. Rivet beltline reinforcement (1) with Ø 6.5x12.5 rivet (area D).
10. Beltline reinforcement (1) and outer D-pillar (2) (areas E).
11. Beltline reinforcement (1) (area F).
12. Outer D-pillar (2) (area B).

    Inert gas weld in intervals and allow welding area to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.

13. Surface-grind inert gas welds on outer D-pillar (2) (area B).

    Surface grind only on beaded areas and contact surfaces of the rear fender (area B).