BMW K 1100 LT/RS - Manual (Page 334)

51.4
Removing and installing lock cylin-
der for fuel tank
Removing lock cylinder
• Open cover and release screws (1).
• Remove housing (2) for lock cylinder.
• Fit key in lock cylinder, press catch (3).
• Pull out lock cylinder together with key.
• Note position of O-ring (4).
Installing locking cylinder
• Grease lock cylinder with Shell Retinax A.
• Fit lock cylinder with key in mounting groove
(arrow).
• Press down lock cylinder and turn key in clock-
wise direction; catch engages.
• Install housing.
Removing lock cylinder with broken
key
• With the aid of 4-5 mm ⌷ drill, drill out lock cylin-
der over its entire length.
• Increase drill ⌷ until the lock cylinder can be
removed.
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Caution:
Clean fuel tank of drilling swarf.
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