Latch Release Cable, Removing And Installing, LHD: Removing

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-- Remove the vehicle electrical system control module bracket. Refer to COMPONENT LOCATION OVERVIEW - RELAY PANELS, FUSE PANELS AND E-BOXES .

-- Loosen the release cable -2- from the support bracket -3- and disengage the release cable nipple -1-.

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-- Release the retainers in the direction of -arrows- and remove the housing cover -1-.

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-- Loosen the release cable -4- from the support bracket -3- and disengage the release cable nipple -2-.

-- Free up the release cable at the lock carrier and on the body.

-- Remove the grommet and remove the release cable outward.

-- Remove the latch. Refer to LATCH, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Release the retainers in the direction of -arrows- and remove the housing cover -1-.

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-- Loosen the release cable -4- from the support bracket -3- and disengage the release cable nipple -2-.

-- Release the catches and remove the coupling from the lock carrier.

-- Free up the release cables and guide them out of the lock carrier.