SIG SAUER P229 - Manual (Page 35)

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8.1 Pistol Disassembly
1. Unload the pistol (see section 6.0 “Unloading the Pistol”).
2. Retract the slide to the stop and lock open by engaging the slide catch lever.
3. Verify visually and physically that there is no round in the chamber.
4. Rotate the takedown lever clockwise to a vertical (6 o’clock) position.
Note: Steps 5 and 6 below are not applicable to SRT models. See Appendix C.
5. Retract the slide slightly to disengage the slide catch lever. Allow the slide to
move forward in a controlled fashion.
WARNING
Slide is under spring tension. Maintain positive control during slide removal to
prevent damage or injury. Wear eye protection.
6. Move the complete slide assembly (slide, barrel, recoil spring and guide) for-
ward and off the frame.
Step 2 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
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