Replace upper A-pillar outer paneling

AR63.20-S-1105E

Replace upper A-pillar outer paneling

04.05.2020

Model

447, 448

Shown on left side of vehicle

1

Upper A-pillar outer paneling

 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 inflammable materials from the hazard area. Use air extraction system.

AS00.00-Z-0007-01A

 Danger

Risk of death when working on component parts and systems with U >= 30 V alternating voltage (AC) or U >= 60 V direct voltage (DC)

Do not touch damaged or defective live component parts and lines or non-insulated electrical connections and lines.Model 447 with engine 780

AS00.00-Z-0035-01A

 Caution

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

Topical note

General information on vehicles with high-voltage on-board electrical system and/or lithium-ion battery and/or gaseous-fuel drive system as well as personal protective equipment

Model 447 with engine 780

AH00.00-Z-0300-01A

Topical note

General information on body repair

AH60.00-N-0001-01A

Topical note

Measures for preventing damage to components when performing electric welding and soldering work

AH60.00-P-0001-02A

General information on MB materials

AH98.00-P-9409-03A



Remove

1

Remove detachable parts in area of repair point.

2

Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle with welding protection blankets.

 Commercially available devices/tools
Welding protection blanket

3

Remove soundproofing.

AR60.00-S-1752E

 Only in repair area.

4

Remove upper A-pillar outer paneling (1).

AR63.20-S-1105-01E

 Commercially available devices/tools
Body power jigsaw
Spot weld milling machine
Rotary wire brush
Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding

*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A

5

Prepare upper A-pillar outer paneling (1) for installation.

AR63.20-S-1105-02E

 Commercially available devices/tools
Body power jigsaw
Rotary wire brush
Hole punching pliers
Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding

*BR00.45-Z-1001-07A



Install

6

Install and weld in upper A-pillar outer paneling (1).

AR63.20-S-1105-03E



000 588 01 84 00 Welder

WS60.00-P-0021K



000 588 02 84 00 Welder

WS60.00-P-0022K

 Commercially available devices/tools
Clamping pliers (Standard)
Rotary wire brush
Angular grinder
Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Gap dimensions

*BE60.00-N-1002-01J

Gap dimensions

*BE60.00-N-1004-01J

 Feeler gauge

*129589032100

7

Remove welding protection blankets.

 Commercially available devices/tools
Welding protection blanket

 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

8

Prime repair area with a primer filler.

Topical note

Notes on paintwork repairs

AH98.00-P-9408-02A


Repair area must be free of dust and grease.
Otherwise adhesion problems may occur.

 Use only primer filler approved by Daimler AG:
http://xentry.daimler.com

9

Seal seam after repair.

AR97.10-S-4000E

 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

10

Paint repair area and adjacent surfaces.

Topical note

Notes on paintwork repairs

AH98.00-P-9408-02A

 Use only paints approved by Daimler AG, see:
http://xentry.daimler.com

11

Supplement cavity preservation.

AR97.20-S-1500E

12

Install soundproofing.

AR60.00-S-1752E

 Only in repair area.

13

Install all detachable parts in area of repair point.

Gap dimensions

Number

Designation

Model 447, 448 except code W64, W65, W68

Model 447, 448 with code W64, W65, W68

BE60.00-N-1002-01J

Gap dimensions

Fender to headlamp

Dimension "BA"

mm

2 (1)

2 (1)

Fender to bumper

Dimension "BB"

mm

0,3 (0,25)

0,3 (0,25)

Fender to A-pillar

Dimension "BC"

mm

2,6 (1)

2,6 (1)

Fender to front door

Dimension "BD"

mm

4,5 (0,8)

4,5 (0,8)

Fender to longitudinal member

Dimension "BE"

mm

4,5 (1,2)

4,5 (1,2)

For picture, see

AR60.00-S-0700-01E

AR60.00-S-0700-01E

Gap dimensions

Number

Designation

Model 447, 448 except code W64, W65, W68

Model 447, 448 with code W64, W65, 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

Repair materials

Number

Designation

Order number

BR00.45-Z-1001-07A

Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding

A 000 986 34 42