Install C-pillar - AR63.20-P-0500-03ES

MODEL 212.2 

Fig 1: Applying 2-Component Adhesive In Crosshatched Area

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1. Apply 2-component adhesive in crosshatched area.

   Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces.

   Refer to the manufacturer's information for the curing and working times of 2-component adhesive.

Fig 2: Installing Inner C-Pillar, Outer C-Pillar, Rear Fender, Liftgate And Rear Door With Straightening Tools
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2. Install inner C-pillar, outer C-pillar, rear fender, liftgate and rear door with straightening tools and fit.

   Observe setup plans.

   In addition use portal straightening set according to damage.

3. Check and adjust gaps.
4. Fix inner C-pillar in place.
5. Remove straightening tool for rear fender, rear fender and outer C-pillar.
Fig 3: Inner C-Pillar Rivet Hole Areas
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6. Drill Ø 6.7 mm rivet holes on inner C-pillar (area Z).

   Deburr rivet holes and coat with zinc dust paint.

7. Rivet inner C-pillar with Ø 6.5 X 12.5 steel/stele rivet (area Z).
8. Inner C-pillar and reinforcement (areas F, G and X).
Fig 4: Inner C-Pillar Weld Seams And Spot Welds
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9. Inner C-pillar (3) (areas C, R and D1).
10. Bend open inner C-pillar (3) (arrow).
11. Inner C-pillar (3) _{SG ««««} (area Q).
12. Grind weld seam on inner C-pillar (3) down to flat on mating surfaces (area Q).
13. Clean weld seam and spot welds.

    Apply zinc dust paint to areas ground down to bare metal and no longer accessible after installing C-pillar.

Fig 5: Outer C-Pillar Weld Seams And Spot Welds
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14. Apply body sealant to foam part between inner and outer C-pillar (2).
15. Install outer C-pillar (2).
16. Outer C-pillar (2) (areas T, U and V).
17. Outer C-pillar (2) _{SG ««««} (area S).
18. Grind weld seam on outer C-pillar (2) down to flat on mating surfaces (area S).
19. Clean weld seam and spot welds.

    Apply zinc dust paint to areas ground down to bare metal and no longer accessible after installing rear fender.