1) To remove the release lever, remove five screws [1] and four connectors [2], and then remove the cable from the cable guide to remove the right side plate unit [3].

2) Remove one spring [1], and then the release lever [2]. Keep the pinch roller pressurized to enable phase adjustment at the time of release lever reinstallation.

Precautions about Reinstallation of Release Lever

When reinstalling the release lever, align the notch [1] on the gear portion of the release lever with the protrusion [2] on the gear portion of the pinch roller.

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[2]

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