by fixer » 27 Jul 2005 21:49
The cap can be removed with the aid of a paper clip.
As you look at the rear of the cylinder, you will see a small pin. Push this down with the end of the paper clip and then unscrew the cap. Beware of the small spring in the hole beneath the pin, it will fall out unnoticed and then you have to find a replacement in order to get the cylinder working again.
The only 'locksmith tool' I use re-keying cylinders is a plug follower. All the others are regular tools available in any hardware store. I do have a cap removal tool, but only use it when I have several cylinders to re-key. If I have one cylinder to do, it takes me longer to find the tool than remove the cap with the nearest pointy object.
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