Release lever, removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Locking Clamp & Release Lever

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Remove locking clamp - 2 - upward.
Spread release lever - 1 - using a screwdriver - 3 - and remove from lid lock.
Remove release lever - 1 - with guide out of lock carrier.