Welding and Weld Bonding

CAUTION

All SERVICE AND REBUILDING INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE APPLICABLE TO, AND FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF, THE AUTOMOTIVE TRADE ONLY. All test and repair procedures on components or assemblies in non-automotive applications should be repaired in accordance with instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the total product.

Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles. The service produces recommended and described in this publication were developed for professional service personnel, and are effective methods for performing vehicle repair. Following these procedures will help ensure efficient economical vehicle performance and service reliability. Some service procedures require the use of special tools designed for specific procedures. These special tools should be used as recommended throughout this publication.

Special attention should be exercised when working with spring-or tension-loaded fasteners and devices such as E- clips, circlips, Snap rings, etc., since careless removal may cause personal injury. Always wear safety goggles when working on vehicles or vehicle components.

It is important to note that this publication contains various Cautions and Warnings. These should be read careflilly in order to minimize risk of personal injury or the possibility that improper service methods may damage the vehicle or render it unsafe. It is important to note that these Cautions and Warnings cover only the situations and procedures DaimlerChrysler Corporation has encountered and recommended. Daimlerchrysler Corporation cannot possibly know, evaluate, and advise the service trade of all conceivable ways in which service may be performed, or of the possible hazards of each. Consequently, DaimlerChrysler has not undertaken any such broad service review. Accordingly, anyone uses a service procedure or tool that is not recommended in this publication must be certain that neither personal safety, nor vehicle safety, will be jeopardized by the service methods they select.

Safety Precautions

Welding:

^ Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations to avoid any injury due to shock, fires, fumes, sparks, liquids, and equipment must be avoided at all times.
^ All flammable materials or liquids should be stored in tightly sealed labeled containers and used only in well-ventilated areas.
^ No spark producing equipment should be permitted in any area where flammable materials are being handled or stored.

Adhesives:

^ Adhesives must comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.
^ Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be available and understood before adhesives are handled.
^ All personnel should be instructed in the proper procedures to prevent skin contact with solvents, curing agents, and uncured base adhesives, which could cause allergic reactions or sensitization.