Removing mechanical cable

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Fig 1: Identifying Stop Plug Removal

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Remove the stop lug by pulling it straight up.

HINT: There is a catch on the underside.

Bend out the stop lug.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Remove the 2 screws for the drive plate.

Pull the entire slide assembly backwards.

Grip the front edge.

Fig 3: Identifying Drive Plate Removal

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Slide the mechanism out far enough that the drive plate can pass it when it is angled outwards.

NOTE:

This can become gradually more difficult due to the burrs at the stop screw holes.

Remove the cable and the drive plate. Pull straight out until the entire cable is out.

Replace the cables.

Fig 4: Identifying Drainage Section Removal

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Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the drainage section
Pull straight back.