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Remove/install diagonal strut console on longitudinal member - AR61.10-P-5140MCO

MODEL 451.4 

Diagonal strut console on front longitudinal member 

Fig 1: Identifying Diagonal Strut Console On Longitudinal Member Remove/Install Component
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MODIFICATION NOTES

30.1.09 Information on alternative repair methods added (riveting or plug welding as alternative)    
REMOVING Removing     
DANGER 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
NOTES General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01MCC
IMPORTANT Notes on replacing body parts   AH60.00-P-0027-01FF
IMPORTANT General information on repairs to body   AH60.00-P-0001-01FF
IMPORTANT Generally conventional tools are required for body work, additional tools required are listed below. Pneumatic/hydraulic blind rivet tool
 
 
IMPORTANT The repair method using riveting described here can be replaced SHIELDED GAS PLUG WELD by plug welding if required. Adapt preparatory work accordingly.    
1 Remove detachable parts in the repair area    
2 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle (area to be repaired) NOTES Use fireproof tarp to avoid damage from flying sparks.  
3 Expose spot welds on diagonal strut console (1) and cut out (areas A, B and C)    
4 Remove damaged diagonal strut console (1)    
INSTALLING Install     
5 Fit new diagonal strut console (1) with diagonal strut and fix in place IMPORTANT When fitting, observe correct distances.  
6 Drill Ø 6.5 mm rivet holes (areas D, E and F)    
7 Remove new diagonal strut console (1) and diagonal strut    
8 Debur rivet holes on diagonal strut console (1) and body on both sides    
9 Fit new diagonal strut console (1) and fix in place using manual temporary fasteners    
10 Rivet new diagonal strut console (1) with Polygrip 6.4 x 14 flat/round head rivets (areas D, E and F) Rivet *BR00.45-Z-1001-13A 
11 Clean sheet metal flange with wire brush and clean areas to repaired    
12 Prime area to be repaired using primer filler    
13 Supply standard seam seals with body sealant   AR97.10-P-4000MCC
    Sealant *BR00.45-Z-1003-01A 
14 Supplement standard underbody protection with permanent underbody sealant Underfloor protection *BR00.45-Z-1001-05A 
15 Paint area repaired and adjacent surfaces    
NOTES Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02MCC
16 Apply additional cavity preservation   AR97.20-P-1500FF
    Teroson protective wax *BR00.45-Z-1008-05A 
17 Reinstall all detachable parts removed    
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A Sealant, white, 310 ml, DB supply specification 6069.20 A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1001-05A Underfloor protection 800 ml A 001 986 46 10
BR00.45-Z-1008-05A Teroson protective wax
Art. no.: 122.73Q
Henkel Loctite
www.Loctite.de
BR00.45-Z-1001-13A Blind rivet 6.4 x 14 A 003 990 35 97