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Suspension Strut Tower Replacement - Ar62.20-P-1232S

Model 223.0/1/9 

MODIFICATION NOTES

18.08.2021 Operation steps added. Operation steps 3, 11  
14.04.2021 Method modified. Operation step 33 AR62.20-P-1232-04S 
14.04.2021 Method modified. Step 9  
Fig 1: Front Suspension Strut Tower, Front And Rear Mounting Console Component Locations (Model 223.0/1/9)
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DANGER 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
DANGER 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
WARNING Risk of injury.  Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
CAUTION 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 Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice General information on body repair   AH60.00-P-0001-01S
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-0034-01RG
  General information on MB materials   AH98.00-P-9409-03A
REMOVING Remove     
1 Remove detachable parts in area of repair point.    
2 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with spark protection blankets.    
3 Remove upper front longitudinal member.   AR62.20-P-1286S 
4 Set up straightening bench with straightening bench support members and straightening set.    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 50 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0439K
5 Place vehicle on straightening bench and fasten.    
6 Remove suspension strut tower (1) with rear mounting support (2) and front mounting support (3)   AR62.20-P-1232-01S 
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 15 84 00 Heat gun   WS54.00-P-0125B
INSTALLING Install     
DANGER 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
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-0003-01S
7 Prepare suspension strut tower (1), rear mounting support (2) and front mounting support (3).   AR62.20-P-1232-03S 
8 Install suspension strut tower (1), rear mounting support (2) and front mounting support (3).   AR62.20-P-1232-04S 
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 04 39 00 Rivet press tool   WS60.00-P-0440B
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 12 84 00 Welder   WS00.00-P-0318K
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 50 23 00 Body straightening system   WS60.00-P-0439K
    Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body *BR00.45-Z-1162-02A 
    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 
    Blind rivet Y4 6.4 M6 (clamping range 5.82 mm to 7.82 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1032-13A 
    Blind rivet Y5 6.4 (clamping range 7.82 mm to 9.83 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1034-13A 
    Countersunk-head blind rivet Z2 6.4x15.5 (clamping range 3 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1044-13A 
    Countersunk-head blind rivet Z3 6.4x17.0 (clamping area 4.5 mm to 6.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN) *BR00.45-Z-1055-13A 
    Flanged nut M6 *BR00.45-Z-1069-13A 
    Rivet nut with countersunk head M6x16.5 (clamping range 3.0 mm to 5.0 mm) *BR00.45-Z-1079-13A 
    Screw M6x20-10.9 *BR00.45-Z-1080-13A 
9 Release vehicle from straightening bench, lift and remove straightening bench.    
10 Clean weld joint and repair flanges.    
11 Install upper front longitudinal member.   AR62.20-P-1286S 
12 Remove spark protection blankets.    
13 Reinstall detachable parts in area of repair point.    
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1012-13A Blind rivet Y2 6.5x12.5 (clamping range 2 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) A 004 990 16 97
BR00.45-Z-1016-13A Blind rivet Y3 6.5x14.5 (clamping range 4 mm to 7 mm, draw-off strength min. 19 kN) A 004 990 17 97
BR00.45-Z-1032-13A Blind rivet Y4 6.4 M6 (clamping range 5.82 mm to 7.82 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) A 003 990 81 97
BR00.45-Z-1034-13A Blind rivet Y5 6.4 (clamping range 7.82 mm to 9.83 mm, draw-off strength min. 16 kN) A 003 990 80 97
BR00.45-Z-1044-13A Countersunk-head blind rivet Z2 6.4x15.5 (clamping range 3 mm to 5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN) A 000 991 83 32
BR00.45-Z-1055-13A Countersunk-head blind rivet Z3 6.4x17.0 (clamping area 4.5 mm to 6.5 mm, draw-off strength min. 15.5 kN) A 000 991 86 32
BR00.45-Z-1069-13A Flanged nut M6 A 002 990 67 50
BR00.45-Z-1079-13A Rivet nut with countersunk head M6x16.5 (clamping range 3.0 mm to 5.0 mm) N 000000 004354
BR00.45-Z-1080-13A Screw M6x20-10.9 N 000000 003765
BR00.45-Z-1162-02A Parts kit for 2-component adhesive for body A 012 989 17 71