Campaign - Apply Seam Seal To RH And LH Rocker Panels
Campaign No. 2013010003, January 2013TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS
SUBJECT: Model 204, Model Year 2012
Apply Seam Seal to the Left and Right Rocker Panels
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes- Benz vehicles, has determined that the seam seal at the rocker panels may be missing due to a production issue. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will apply seam seal on the left and right rocker panels at the next workshop service.
Prior to performing this Service Campaign:
^ Please check VMI to determine if the vehicle is involved in the Campaign and if it has been previously repaired.
^ Please review the entire Service Campaign bulletin and follow the repair procedure exactly as described.
Please note that Recall and Service Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator.
Approximately 72 vehicles are affected.
Procedure
1. Remove/install longitudinal member panel (circled, Figure 1) at left and right, refer to WIS:
AR88.80-P-6000CW.
2. Clean the area to be processed under the longitudinal member panel thoroughly and then degrease with silicone remover (marked area).
Note:
Silicone remover is shop supply.
3. Apply missing sealant (to marked areas, Figure 1) using a standard size caulking gun (locally sourced).
Note:
Ensure that the water drains (4 on each side) remain open (arrows, Figure 1).
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Warranty Information