Partially weld in A-pillar outer section

AR63.20-S-1108-03E

Partially weld in 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 P).

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  side portal frame and welding device.

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  side portal frame and welding device.

 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 Q).

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

Weld in A-pillar outer section (1) with   (areas A and B).

6

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

7

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

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

8

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

9

A-pillar outer section (1)   (areas F to H).

10

A-pillar outer section (1)   (areas I to K).

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

11

Remove welding device.

12

Install door hinge straps (3) with front door, fit and fix in place.

13

Adjust gap dimensions with  feeler gauge and adjust.

14

Door hinge straps (3) on A-pillar outer section (1)   (areas L and M).

15

Remove front door.

16

Door hinge straps (3)   (areas N and O).

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

17

Grind inert gas weld and inert gas spot welds down flat (areas C, D and F to J).

18

Clean all weld joints.

19

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

20

Remove shavings and drill chips.