Removing Rear Side Panel Flap

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Fig 1: Identifying Rear Side Panel Flap Installation Position

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Press in locking tabs -Arrows A- and pull electric plug connection -1- up and off -Arrow B- .

Fig 2: Releasing Electric Plug Connection
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Insert Allen key into the emergency operation mechanism and turn it counterclockwise (in direction of arrow) until the flap lid starts to move vertically.

Fig 3: Inserting Allen Key Into Emergency Operation Mechanism
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Move rear side panel flap -1- out of the pin -2- in an upwards direction -Arrow A- and guide out of the frame for the roll-over protection system -3- downwards -Arrow B- .

Fig 4: Removing Rear Side Panel Flap
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