Detach rear end - AR64.20-P-1020-01EW

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MODEL 212.0 /1, 218.3

Shown on model 212

On model 212.041 areas C and D are not present due to the structural shape

Expose spot welds on rear end (1) (areas A, B, C, D, E and F).
Cut out spot welds on rear rend (1) (areas A, B, C, D, E and F).
Bend sheet metal lugs in connection area of rear fender to rear end (1) toward outside (arrows).

Fig 1: Rear End Spot Welds (Areas A, B, C, D, E And F)
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Expose spot welds on rear end (1) (areas G, G₁ , G₂ , H, H₁ and H₂ ).
Cut out spot welds on rear end (1) (areas G and H).
Drill Ø 5.5 mm spot welds in rear end (1) (areas G₁ , G₂ , H₁ and H₂ ).
Remove damaged rear end (1).

Fig 2: Exposing, Cutting And Drilling Rear End Spot Welds
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Grind mating surfaces on body down to bare metal in cross-hatched areas.
Sand spot weld flanges to bare metal on both sides
Remove shavings and drill chips.
Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.

Fig 3: Sanding Spot Weld Flanges To Bare Metal
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