Lock carrier service position

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Lock Carrier With Attachments

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Remove front bumper cover. Refer to Bumper cover, assembly overview

Fig 2: Exploded View Of Lock Carrier With Attachments

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Disconnect Bowden cable at lock.
Remove one bolt each at long members and screw in Guide rods 3411 at right and left long members for this.
Remove bolts and pull lock carrier toward front in area of Guide rods 3411.