The 3 black bolts hold the center latch mechanism (remote control) and are used to align it so the handle lies flat, and the latches open at the same time.

But at this age, it's usually not enough. The remote control is usually damaged by someone jerking the handle up when the glass isn't all the way down, bending the remote. To fix it, it usually has to be removed & straightened or replaced. See the NEXT several pages...

Owner caption July 2003 · Photo 77 of 5000