Thumb and fingers holding a brass and tan-plastic latch mechanis…

Fortunately, with the mechanism out, it's easy to straighten the bent lever. Spray it with WD-40 or flowable grease before re-installing it. If the center (top) lever doesn't rotate freely enough for the coil spring to return it, the latches can't lock.

Owner caption November 2004 · Photo 786 of 6546