Adjusting buffer stops

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Fig 1: Adjusting Buffer Stops

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Open lid.
Remove rubber cap.
Screw in buffer stops until they reach stop.
Unscrew stop again in steps.

Press rubber cap on.
When adjusted correctly and with lid closed, buffer stops must make contact lightly on luggage compartment edge.