Removing The Roof Transport System

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Fig 1: Identifying Roof Transport System Installation Position

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Open cover flaps -1- on the lock handles -2- .

Fig 2: Opening Cover Flaps
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Unlock the lock handles -2- and pull out of the support tubes as far as the stop.
Unscrew fastening screw -1- and remove bracket -2- .

Fig 3: Removing Bracket
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Unscrew fastening screw -1- and remove adapter -2- together with base -3- .

Fig 4: Removing Adapter With Base
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Screw the screw plug -A- into the base plate to protect against corrosion.

Fig 5: Removing Base Plate
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Close flaps in the roof joint cover strips.