Removing and installing securing rod for lock cylinder

Insert securing rod -2- for lock cylinder into socket at release lever -1- and snap into place.
Tilt operating clip -3-90° (not shown), insert into door lock release lever -4- and tilt back upward.
Clip securing rod -2- into operating clip -3-.
Do not bend locking lever -4- at door lock -5- (Maximum play at locking lever 1 mm. See ADJUSTING LOCKING LEVER PLAY .)
Slide up casing on operating clip -3-.

Fig 1: Removing And Installing Securing Rod For Lock Cylinder

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