86 21... Removing rotary striker lock: Notes

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The following text describes how to remove the rotary striker lock on the rear lid as an example. Proceed in the same way for the side lids. Remove the lock while the lid is open.

Release screws (1) and remove cover (2).

On rear lid, remove red cap (3).

Installation, rear lid only:

Place red cap back on pull rod. Red cap serves to indicate rear lid emergency unlocking facility.

Fig 1: Identifying Red Cap, Cover And Screws

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Remove spring nut (1) from pull rod (2).