Removing Rear Lid Release

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NOTE: Voltage peaks

Risk of damage to load or to the control unit

→ Switch off ignition and remove remote control before disconnecting or removing load.

Release electric plug connections and disconnect connectors.
Unscrew fastening nuts -1- on the rear cover plate.
1. 2.1. Unclip cover plate from the catch -2- and remove it.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Cover Plate
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Press rear lid release -1- outwards at the bolts -2- .

Fig 2: Pressing Rear Lid Release
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