Exposing Bowden cable (3) on compact:

To do so, unlock catches (1) and remove guide (2) towards top.

Fig 1: Unlocking Catches & Removing Guide

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Installation:

Catches (1) and mountings (2) on guide (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Installing Catches & Mountings On Guide

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Slacken screw (1).

Lever out lock actuator (2) towards front and remove to inner door plate.

Fig 3: Identifying Slacken Screw

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NOTE: 2-door and 4-door models have different locking systems.
The locking systems differ in the form of the Bowden cable nipple.
Bowden cable nipple (1) for 4-door model.
Bowden cable nipple (2) for 2-door model.

Installation:

Grommet (3) must be pushed onto end piece (4).

Fig 4: Identifying Bowden Cable Nipple

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Installation:

If necessary, replace screw (1) on lock actuator (3).

Bowden cable (2) must be correctly engaged with lock actuator (3).

Fig 5: Replacing Screw On Lock Actuator

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Installation:

Bowden cable nipple (1) must be correctly fitted in lock actuator (2) and must not be removed.

Fig 6: Installing Bowden Cable Nipple

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