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Tail Door Lock - Soft Top



Remove
1. Open tail door.





2. Remove 2 screws, washers and nut retainer securing top of lock to door.
3. Remove 2 nuts, washers and screw retainer securing bottom of lock to door.
4. Withdraw lock assembly.
5. Remove door lock gasket.
6. Clean sealant from retainer plates.





7. Insert key into barrel, depress lock barrel plunger and withdraw barrel from lock.


Refit
8. Fit new barrel into lock.
9. Apply sealant to lock retainer plates.
10. Fit lock to door with a NEW gasket.
11. Secure with retainer plates, screws, washers and nuts.
12. Close door and check for correct latching with striker.
13. Adjust striker as necessary.