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General notes for body repair on straightening systems - AH60.10-P-1000-01AK
MODEL 169, 245.2
Shown on model 169.0
Celette straightening system:
Use following straightening tools only in these combinations for pulling:
Front repairs:
With frame-type integral support removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 17 and 18 in combination with 15 on the body and fix with straightening tool no. 23
With integral carrier installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 17 and 18 in combination with 20 on the body and fix with straightening tool no. 23
Rear repairs:
- Fix straightening tool no. 26, 27 and straightening tool no. 30 on body
With rear axle removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 39 or, as an alternative, straightening tool no. 31 in combination with 19 on body
With rear axle installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 31 in combination with 33 on body
Always set up straightening tool no. 24 in combination with 25 to align vehicle on straightening bench.
Always setup the right side of the straightening bench analog to the left side.
When performing straightening work with individual pulling devices, it is only permissible to set up the following straightening tools in combination according to the applicable set-up plan for acceptance of the maximum straightening forces.
If these design combinations are not observed.
As it could lead to damage in individual components.
Comments:
The 4 jack tubes on the outer longitudinal member are not designed for introduction of maximum force!
Shown on model 245.2
Celette straightening system:
Use following straightening tools only in these combinations for pulling:
Front repairs:
With frame-type integral support removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 17 and 18 in combination with 15 on the body and fix with straightening tool no. 23
With integral carrier installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 17 and 18 in combination with 20 on the body and fix with straightening tool no. 23
Rear repairs:
- Fix straightening tool no. 26, 27 and straightening tool no. 30 on body
With rear axle removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 39 or alternative straightening tool no. 31 in combination with 19 on body
With rear axle installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 31 in combination with 33 on body
Bolt straightening tool no. 24 in combination with 25 to align vehicle on straightening bench.
Always setup the right side of the straightening bench analog to the left side.
When performing straightening work with individual pulling devices, it is only permissible to set up the following straightening tools in combination according to the applicable set-up plan for acceptance of the maximum straightening forces.
If these design combinations are not observed.
It could lead to damage in individual components.
Comments:
The 4 jack tubes on the outer longitudinal member are not designed for introduction of the maximum force!
Shown on model 169.0
Car-Bench straightening system:
Use following straightening tools only in these combinations for pulling:
Front repairs:
With frame-type integral support removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 5 in combination with M2166 to body
- Fix straightening tool no. 6 on body
With integral carrier installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 5 on body and fix with straightening tool no. 6
Rear repairs:
- Fix straightening tool no. 8 and fix straightening tool no. 9 on body With rear axle removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 15 or alternative straightening tool no. 10 in combination with M2172 to body
With rear axle installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 10 in combination with M2171 to body
Always set up straightening tool no. 7 in combination with M2167 to align vehicle on straightening bench.
Always setup the right side of the straightening bench analog to the left side.
When performing straightening work with individual pulling devices, it is only permissible to set up the following straightening tools in combination according to the applicable set-up plan for acceptance of the maximum straightening forces.
Assembly:
If these design combinations are not observed. It could lead to damage in individual components.
Comments:
The 4 jack tubes on the outer longitudinal member are not designed for introduction of the maximum force!
Shown on model 245.2
Car-Bench straightening system:
Use following straightening tools only in these combinations for pulling:
Front repairs:
With frame-type integral support removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 5 in combination with M2166 on body
- Always set up straightening tool no. 6 on body
With integral carrier installed:
- Screw straightening tool no. 5 on body and fix with straightening tool no. 6
Rear repairs:
- Fix straightening tool no. 8.1 and straightening tool no. 9 on body
With rear axle removed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 15 or alternative straightening tool no. 10 in combination with M2172 to body
With rear axle installed:
- Bolt straightening tool no. 10 in combination with M2171 to body
Always set up straightening tool no. 7 to align vehicle on straightening bench.
Always setup the right side of the straightening bench analog to the left side.
When performing straightening work with individual pulling devices, it is only permissible to set up the following straightening tools in combination according to the applicable set-up plan for acceptance of the maximum straightening forces.
Assembly:
If these design combinations are not observed. It could lead to damage in individual components.
Comments:
The 4 jack tubes on the outer longitudinal member are not designed for introduction of the maximum force!
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
