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Old 03-24-2024, 09:05 PM
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How do I get this off?
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Behind the lock **** is an omega shaped clip. One needs a tool that fits between the **** and door panel that will release the clip and the **** then can be pulled off.
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There is a C-shaped clip between the lock **** and the door panel which must be removed. You need a special tool, pictured below and readily available at your FLAPS, to push that clip out of the way.


In use you put the tool between the lock **** and the door panel and push against the clip. Window cranks and inside door handles are removed in the same manner.
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You could also do this with a rag: https://www.google.com/search?q=car+...TN7e9WFknGFMq_
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Thanks everyone
I have the window crank clip tool
I wanted to be sure before I started jamming things in there
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Found this helpful tip here on CF a while back to help prevent door panel damage.



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Originally Posted by carl3989
I have GOT to try that! Not that I need to remove anything, it is just so cool I have to try it for myself.
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If you don’t give up, the rag will catch the clip eventually. Move it like you’re polishing the tip of a shoe and rotate it around the **** until it catches the end of the clip.
just so you know, putting the ***** back on, insert the clip on the **** and push it in and it’ll snap back in place you don’t have to slide it over the shaft like it came off.
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More info in the attached pdf.
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Thanks very much Dave Z
is Frank still on the forum?
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If you are asking about Frankie-the-Fink, he has been gone from the CF for some time now.
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I was. Is he ok?
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I think he is OK.
He did not leave on his own accord .
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I’m very glad he’s ok
Really. I hazard to ask why
Hes a great guy and a wealth of knowledge
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As far as I know Frank is living the good life at his FL home. He sold his 63 Coupe and just moved on from the CF.
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