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Remove/install C-pillar - AR63.20-P-0500ES

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MODEL 212.2, 218.9 

Fig 1: C-Pillar Remove/Install Components
G09977146Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REMOVING Remove     
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 flammable materials from the hazard area. Use air extraction system. AS00.00-Z-0007-01A
DANGER Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling vapors or swallowing adhesive. Risk of injury  caused by adhesive coming into contact with skin and eyes Wear respiratory protection, protective gloves and safety glasses. Pour adhesive into suitable and appropriately marked containers only. AS00.00-Z-0016-01A
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
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 body repair   AH60.00-P-0001-01A
NOTES Measures for preventing damage to vehicles or components when performing electric welding work   AH00.00-N-0005-01A
NOTES Pretreatment of bonding surfaces   AH60.00-P-0008-01SX
IMPORTANT General information on MB materials   AH98.00-P-9409-03A
1 Prepare all workshop equipment and commercially available tools required for repair    
2 Remove all detachable parts in repair area    
3 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with welding protection blankets IMPORTANT Commercially available tools
  • Weld protection blanket
 
4 Equip straightening bench with module members, cross members and straightening tool set IMPORTANT Observe set-up plans provided.
Straightening systems for passenger cars (Celette)
Straightening systems for passenger cars (Car Bench)
Straightening systems for passenger cars (Car-O-Liner)
 
5 Lift vehicle with two-post lifting platform Two-column lift 2.5 - 3.5 t electrohydraulic  
6 Set vehicle onto straightening bench    
7 Fasten vehicle to straightening bench    
8 Remove rear fender MODEL 212.2 AR63.50-P-1400ES 
MODEL 218.9 AR63.50-P-1400ELX
9 Remove C-pillar MODEL 212.2 AR63.20-P-0500-01ES 
MODEL 218.9
IMPORTANT Commercially available tools
  • Weld-spot milling machine

Body jig saw
  • Round wire brush
  • Heat gun
  • Wet and dry vacuum cleaner
AR63.20-P-0500-01ELX
Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
SPECIAL TOOL Spot weld milling cutter Figure
10 Prepare C-pillar for installation MODEL 212.2 AR63.20-P-0500-02ES 
MODEL 218.9
IMPORTANT Commercially available tools
  • Weld-spot milling machine
  • Body jig saw
  • Round wire brush
AR63.20-P-0500-02ELX
Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
SPECIAL TOOL Spot weld milling cutter Figure
INSTALLING Install     
11 Install C-pillar MODEL 212.2 AR63.20-P-0500-03ES 
NOTES General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01N
MODEL 218.9 AR63.20-P-0500-03ELX
IMPORTANT Commercially available tools
  • Vise grip pliers
  • Round wire brush

Blind rivet 6.5 12.5
*BR00.45-Z-1012-13A 
Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
Body adhesive kit, 2-component adhesive *BR00.45-Z-1092-02A 
Gap dimension MODEL 212.2 *BE60.00-P-1004-01U 
Gap dimension MODEL 212.2 *BE60.00-P-1005-01U 
Gap dimension MODEL 218.9 *BE60.00-P-1004-01O 
Gap dimension MODEL 218.9 *BE60.00-P-1005-01O 
Multifunction device (spot welding)
Blind/self-piercing riveting
 
SPECIAL TOOL Feeler gauge Figure
For measuring points of gap dimensions on
Gap dimensions on hoods, doors and lids
 
MODEL 212.2 AR60.00-P-0700-01EW
MODEL 218.9 AR60.00-P-0700-01EL
12 Install rear fender MODEL 212.2 AR63.50-P-1400ES 
MODEL 218.9 AR63.50-P-1400ELX
13 Unfasten vehicle from straightening bench    
14 Lift vehicle with two-post lifting platform Two-column lift 2.5 - 3.5 t electrohydraulic  
15 Remove straightening bench    
16 Clean weld joints and sheet metal flanges with rotary wire brush IMPORTANT Commercially available tools
  • Round wire brush
 
17 Clean repair area IMPORTANT Commercially available tools
  • Wet and dry vacuum cleaner
 
DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by paint vapors igniting. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling paint vapors. No smoking! No open fire! Use respiratory protection, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and protective skin cream. Ensure that the area is well ventilated. AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
18 Prime repair area using primer filler    
NOTES Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A
    IMPORTANT Use only primer filler approved by Daimler AG.  
19 Carry out seam sealing after repairs MODEL 212.2 AR97.10-P-4000EW
MODEL 218.9 AR97.10-P-4000EL
IMPORTANT Supplement standard sealant with sealant.  
White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20 *BR00.45-Z-1003-01A 
Seam sealant, sprayable 310 ml *BR00.45-Z-1041-01A 
DANGER Risk of explosion  caused by paint vapors igniting. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling paint vapors. No smoking! No open fire! Use respiratory protection, protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and protective skin cream. Ensure that the area is well ventilated. AS98.00-Z-0002-01A
20 Paint repair areas and adjacent surfaces    
NOTES Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02A
    IMPORTANT Use only paints approved by Daimler AG.  
DANGER Risk of explosion and poisoning  caused by solvent vapors and gasses. Risk of injury  to skin and eyes when working with anticorrosion agents Never spray corrosion protection on flames or hot, glowing objects and keep them well away from all potential sources of ignition. Use them only in well-ventilated rooms; wear respiratory protection. AS97.00-Z-0001-01A
21 Apply additional cavity preservation    
NOTES Notes on cavity preservation   AH97.20-P-0001-01B
    Cavity preservation, solvent-free (1 l container)
Combination spray gun (corrosion protection)
*BR00.45-Z-1003-05A 
22 Remove welding protection blankets IMPORTANT On all covered parts remaining in vehicle.  
23 Install all detachable body components in area to be repaired    
TEST VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS ON HOODS, DOORS AND LIDS

Number Designation MODEL 218.9
BE60.00-P-1004-01O Gap dimension Fuel filler flap Dimension "N" mm 3, 0 (-0, 5/+1)
AR60.00-P-0700-01EL
CHECK VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number Designation MODEL 212.2
BE60.00-P-1004-01U Gap dimension Fuel filler flap (circumference) Dimension "Q" mm 3 (+1/-0, 5)
AR60.00-P-0700-01EW
TEST VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS ON HOODS, DOORS AND LIDS

Number Designation MODEL 218.9
BE60.00-P-1005-01O Gap dimensions Liftgate to roof (spoiler removed) Dimension "R1" mm 10 (±1, 5)
Spoiler to roof Dimension "R2" mm 5, 0 (±1, 5)
Liftgate to rear fender Dimension "P" mm 4, 5 (±1)
Liftgate to taillamp Dimension "V" mm 5, 0 (±1)
Liftgate to bumper Dimension "W" mm 6, 0 (±1, 5)
Rear window and D-pillar Dimension "X" mm 4, 5 (±1, 5)
Rear window to liftgate, bottom Dimension "Y" mm 3, 0 (±0, 5)
CHECK VALUES FOR GAP DIMENSIONS

Number Designation MODEL 212.2
BE60.00-P-1005-01U Gap dimension Liftgate to roof Dimension "R" mm -
Liftgate to roof (spoiler removed) Dimension "R1" mm 9, 5 (±1, 5)
Spoiler to roof Dimension "R2" mm 5 (±1, 5)
Liftgate to rear fender Dimension "S" mm 4 (+1, 5/-1)
Liftgate to taillamp Dimension "T" mm -
Liftgate to bumper Dimension "U" mm 6 (±1, 5)
Liftgate to D-pillar Dimension "V" mm -
Rear window and D-pillar Dimension "X" mm -
Top sliding roof to roof Dimension "Y" mm 5 (±1, 5)
Rear window to liftgate, bottom Dimension "Z" mm 3 (±1, 5)
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Fig 2: Identifying Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)
G09977147Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 3: Identifying Spot Weld Milling Cutter (201 589 00 51 00)
G09977148Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1001-07A Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding A 000 986 34 42
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20 A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1003-05A Cavity preservation, solvent-free (1 l container) A 000 986 72 70 05
BR00.45-Z-1012-13A Blind rivet 6.5 12.5 A 004 990 16 97
BR00.45-Z-1041-01A Seam sealant, sprayable 310 ml A 002 989 84 20
BR00.45-Z-1092-02A Body adhesive kit, 2-component adhesive A 009 989 36 71