Lock Cylinder, Removing And Installing

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Removing and installing the housing is performed the same way.

Removing

-- Remove the cap -arrow-.

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-- Pull the door handle -1- all the way -arrow A- and hold it.

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-- Remove the clamping screw -3- all the way using a screwdriver -5-

-- Push the retaining bracket -4- for the lock cylinder inward until it engages -arrow B-.

The door handle is now locked in the "open" position.

-- Remove the lock cylinder -2- from the mounting bracket.

NOTE:

If the lock cylinder cannot be removed, push the ignition key in the lock cylinder and remove the lock cylinder with the key slightly turned.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

-- Slide the lock cylinder into the mounting bracket and then check if the door lock closing and opening position functions.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - DOOR HANDLE AND MOUNTING BRACKET