Install rear longitudinal member section - AR64.20-P-1260-03EW

MODEL 212.0/1/2, 218.3 

The following operation steps are shown on the left side of the vehicle on model 212.0 and must be performed analogously on the right side in the event of damage.

1. Partially install rear longitudinal member (1) and rear locking lug (2), fit with straightening tool and fix in place.

   Observe setup plans. Use spacers of straightening tool (see set-up plan).

2. Drill rivet holes on rear longitudinal member section (1) and rear locking lug (2) with Ø 6.7 mm (areas A and B)

   Model 212.041 Processing is not necessary in area B depending on the version.

   Fig 1: Rear Longitudinal Member Section And Locking Lug

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3. Remove rear longitudinal member section (1) and rear end part (2).
4. Deburr rivet holes on rear longitudinal member section (1) and rear end part (2) on both sides.

   Model 212.041

   Deburr rear locking lug (2) on both sides.

5. Remove drilling chips.
6. Coat insides of riveted joints with zinc dust paint.
7. Apply 2-component adhesive in crosshatched area (area C).

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

8. Install rear longitudinal member section (1), fit and fasten using straightening tool.

   Use spacers of straightening tool (see set-up plan).

   Fig 2: Rear Longitudinal Member Rivet Areas

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9. Partially rivet rear longitudinal member (1) with Ø 6.5x12.5 blind rivets (area B).

   Model 212.041

   Processing is not necessary in area B depending on the version.

10. Rear longitudinal member section (1) (areas D, E and F).

    Model 212.041

    No work is required in area E and work is required only on parts of area D due to the version.

    Fig 3: Installing Rear Locking Lug

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11. Install rear locking lug (2), fit and fix in place.
12. Rear locking lug (2) (areas G and I).
13. Rivet rear locking lug (2) with Ø 6.5x12.5 rivet (area A).