Install A-pillar outer section

AR63.20-S-1102-03E

Install A-pillar outer section

Model

447, 448

Modification notes

18.05.2016

Method adapted

Operation steps 1 to 4

Gap dimensions

Number

Designation

Model 447, 448 except code W65, W68

Model 447, 448 with code W65, model 447, 448 with code W68

BE60.00-N-1004-01J

Gap dimensions

Front door to longitudinal member

Dimension "DA"

mm

6 (+2/-1)

6 (+2/-1)

Front door to sidewall

Dimension "DB"

mm

4 (1)

4 (1)

Front door to sliding door

Dimension "DC"

mm

4 (+1,2/-0,8)

4 (+1,2/-0,8)

Front door to A-pillar

Dimension "DD"

mm

4,5 (+1,5/-1)

4,5 (+1,5/-1)

Front door to fuel filler door

Dimension "DE"

mm

4 (1)

4 (1)

For picture, see

AR60.00-S-0700-01E

AR60.00-S-0700-01E

1

Apply sealant to body (area A).

2.1

Model 447
except code PS2 (AMG line)
Model 448
except code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)
Install A-pillar outer section (1), fit and fix in place with welding devices and  side portal frame.

2.2

Model 447.8
with code PS2 (AMG line)
Model 448.8
with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)
Install A-pillar outer section (1) together with mounting rail (2) on longitudinal member panel, fit and fix A-pillar outer section (1) with welding device and  side portal frame.

 Fasten mounting rail (2) on longitudinal member panel with bolts (3).

3

Model 447.8
with code PS2 (AMG line)
Model 448.8
with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)
Tack weld A-pillar outer section (1)   (area S).

4

Model 447.8
with code PS2 (AMG line)
Model 448.8
with code CN1 (Exterior rocker panel)
Remove mounting rail (2) on longitudinal member panel.

5

A-pillar outer section (1)   (areas B to D).

6

A-pillar outer section (1)   (area E).

7

Grind MIG spot welds down flat (area E).

8

A-pillar outer section (1)   (area F).

9

A-pillar outer section (1)   (areas G to J).

10

A-pillar outer section (1)   (area K).

11

Grind inert gas welds and inert gas spot welds down flat (areas G to K).

12

A-pillar outer section (1)   (area N).

13

A-pillar outer section (1)   (areas L and M).

 Inert gas weld in intervals and allow to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.

14

Grind inert gas welds and inert gas spot welds down flat (areas L to N).

15

 Remove side portal frame and welding device.

16

Install door hinge straps (4) with front door, fit and fix in place.

17

Check gaps using  feeler gauge and adjust.

18

Door hinge strap (4)   (areas O and P).

19

Remove front door.

20

Door hinge strap (4)   (areas Q and R).

 Inert gas weld in intervals and allow to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.

21

Clean all weld joints.

22

Restore surfaces on A-pillar outer section (1) and smooth.

23

Remove shavings and drill chips.