Install side roof paneling and weld in - AR65.10-P-1020-03WX

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MODEL 117.9, 156, 176, 204.9, 212.2, 242, 246

Fig 1: Identifying Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)

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Fig 2: Identifying Set Of Spacer Blocks (216 589 02 23 00)

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The following operation steps are shown on MODEL 204.9.

Fig 3: Applying Sealant To Foam Parts

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Apply 2-component adhesive in hatched area.
Apply sealant to foam parts (arrows).
Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces. Observe manufacturer's specifications for drying and processing time of adhesive.

Fig 4: Side Roof Paneling Welding Areas
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Install side roof paneling (1) and center roof paneling and fit with spacers and feeler gauge.
Check and adjust gap dimensions.
Fix side roof paneling (1) in place.
Remove spacers and center roof paneling.
1. 7.1) MODEL 156
  Side roof paneling (1) (areas F, G and H).
  
  The new resistance spot welds must be welded at exactly the same position as the resistance spot welds welded at the factory. Otherwise the minimum strength of the connections cannot be ensured.
2. 7.2) MODEL 117.9, 176, 204.9, 212.2, 242, 246
  Side roof paneling (1) (area F, G, H and I).
  
  The new resistance spot welds must be welded at exactly the same position as the resistance spot welds welded at the factory. Otherwise the minimum strength of the connections cannot be ensured.
  
  Fig 5: Side Roof Paneling Welds (Areas A, B, C And D)
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1. 8.1) MODEL 156
  Side roof paneling (1) (areas A, B and C).
  
  Inert gas weld in intervals and allow welding area to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.
2. 8.2) MODEL 117.9, 176, 204.9, 212.2, 242, 246
  Side roof paneling (1) (areas A, B, C and D).
  
  Inert gas weld in intervals and allow welding area to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.
Side roof paneling (1) (area E).
1. 10.1) MODEL 156
  Grind inert gas welds on side roof paneling (1) down flat (areas A, B and C).
2. 10.2) MODEL 117.9, 176, 204.9, 212.2, 242, 246
  Grind MIG welds down flat on side roof paneling (1) (areas A, B, C and D).
Grind inert gas plug welds down flat on side roof paneling (1) (area E).
Clean welds on side roof paneling (1).
Solder surface on side roof paneling (1) in area of inert gas welds (cross-hatched areas) with body solder and smooth.
Remove grinding and drilling chips with wet/dry vacuum cleaner.

Fig 6: Side Roof Paneling Solder Surface
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