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GULLWING DOOR OPERATION
The distinctive 'gullwing' doors of the Radical RXC
are self-supported by gas struts for ease of
opening/closing. To open either door from the
outside, press in the recessed door release button
to the rear of the door whilst also gently pushing
down on the door edge. The door will be released,
guide the door as it opens skyward until the gas
struts reach their limit. Pull down gently on the
door to close until a clear audible 'click' is heard
as the double catches engage to secure. To open
from the inside pull on the red interior door release
and gently push the door skyward.
Doors should be left down and locked shut when
the car is not in use. Do not open the doors whilst
the vehicle is in motion.
STEERING WHEEL
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT
The steering wheel is removed by pulling the gold
sprung steering wheel collar towards the driver,
the wheel will then detach from the column.
Uncrew the steering wheel-to-dash electrical
connector in a counter-clockwise direction to
detach from the dashboard and remove
completely. Remove carefully to ensure the
connector does not get damaged. To reattach the
wheel, reverse procedure for the electrical
connector, ensuring elecrical pins line up. Push the
steering wheel firmly back onto the column as far
as possible, lining up the locating spline with the
steering wheel collar. An audible ‘click’ will be
heard when the collar locks onto the column.
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
The steering column lock is supplied with two
keys; push the key into the barrel and turn the
key clockwise; past the first stage of resistance
unlocks the steering column to allow the steering
wheel to be turned, past the second stage of
resistance switches on the vehicle ignition.
STEERING COLUMN RAKE ADJUSTMENT
The RXC is equipped with a steering column
adjustable for rake height. To adjust, release the
over-centre lock lever situated under the column
and raise/lower to suit. Push the lever back down
to secure the column.
Safety and security
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