Partially replace side wall paneling - AR63.10-P-0115MCO

2012 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive, 2D CoupeSECTION Partially replace side wall paneling - AR63.10-P-0115MCO

MODEL 451.4 

Fig 1: Identifying Cuts On Side Wall Paneling
G10978706Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
REMOVING Removing     
DANGER Risk of death  caused by high voltage used for electric welding. Risk of explosion  caused by welding in the area of highly inflammable materials. Risk of injury  caused by welding splatter and UV light while welding. Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling welding fumes. Use insulating mats. Wear protective clothing, safety glasses and protective mask. Remove highly inflammable materials from the hazard area. Use air extractor system. AS00.00-Z-0007-01A
DANGER 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
NOTES Measures for preventing damage to vehicles or components when performing electric welding work   AH00.00-P-0005-01FF
NOTES Notes on performing repair, body work and welding on vehicles with airbags and ETR units   AH91.00-P-0002-01SM
NOTES General information on riveting   AH60.00-P-0003-01MCC
IMPORTANT Notes on replacing body parts   AH60.00-P-0027-01FF
IMPORTANT General information on body repair   AH60.00-P-0001-01FF
IMPORTANT The following workshop equipment and tools are required for repair:
Hole punching pliers, Ø 6 mm
Tarp (fire-resistant)
Round wire brush
 
Backup pad
 
Cutting grinder
 
Cartridge gun
 
Drill
 
Angle grinder
 
Body jig saw
 
Wet/dry vacuum cleaner
 
Punching pliers
 
Spot wed cutter
 
Vise grip pliers
 
MIG MAG gas welder (steel, brazing, aluminum)
 
Inverter spot welder
 
Weld protection blanket
 
 
1 Remove detachable parts in the repair area    
2 Cover all detachable parts remaining in vehicle (area to be repaired) NOTES Use fireproof tarp to avoid damage from flying sparks.  
3 Partially remove side wall paneling (1) IMPORTANT Fit cuts (A to C) according to damage profile AR63.10-P-0115-01MCO
4 Prepare connecting points for side wall paneling (1) on body   AR63.10-P-0115-02MCO
    Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
5 Prepare side wall paneling (1) for installation   AR63.10-P-0115-03MCO
    Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding *BR00.45-Z-1001-07A 
INSTALLING Install     
6 Install side wall paneling (1) and weld in   AR63.10-P-0115-04MCO
7 Clean welds and sheet metal flange with wire brush and clean areas to be repaired    
8 Prime repair area using primer filler    
9 Supply standard seam seals with body sealant   AR97.10-P-4000MCC
    Sealant *BR00.45-Z-1003-01A 
10 Supplement standard underbody protection with permanent underbody sealant Underfloor protection
11 Paint repair area adjacent surfaces    
IMPORTANT Notes on paintwork repairs   AH98.00-P-9408-02MCC
12 Apply additional cavity preservation   AR97.20-P-1500FF
    Teroson protective wax *BR00.45-Z-1008-05A 
13 Reinstall all detachable parts removed    
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1003-01A White sealing compound, 310 ml, DBL 6069.20 A 001 989 63 20
BR00.45-Z-1001-05A Underfloor protection 800 ml A 001 986 46 10
BR00.45-Z-1008-05A Teroson protective wax
Art. no.: 122.73Q
Henkel Loctite
BR00.45-Z-1001-07A Zinc dust paint suitable for spot welding A 000 986 34 42
RENDER: 1.0x

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