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Old Jul 12, 2012 | 02:52 PM
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How do you get the cables out of the housing,i need to reroute the cables.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2012 | 02:56 PM
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You have to loosen the adjusters all the way and open up the switch housing. There are little brass pieces that hold the cables into the grip that will fall out and get lost if you aren't careful.
 
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Thanks for the quick reply,i need to take the 90 degree ends right out of the plastic housing.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2012 | 04:12 PM
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grab the cable right close to the switch housing with your hand and pull. They just pop out....takes a little force
 
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Okay, thanks for that
 
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