Maintenance Instructions

10044S
Colt Canada Proprietary 3-2-4 2005-09-20
b. Push the takedown pin all the way to
the right and pivot the upper receiver
upward. See Figure 3-2-4;
c. Pull the cocking handle rearward
approximately 8 cm (3 in.) to withdraw
the bolt carrier group. See Figure 3-2-5;
d. Remove the bolt carrier group;
e. Remove the cocking handle by pulling it
rearward until its guide lugs drop down
out of the guideways. See Figure 3-2-6.
f. Push the receiver pivot pin all the way
to the right. See Figure 3-2-7;
g. Separate the upper and lower
receivers;
Exercise caution when removing the buffer
assembly as the return spring is under
considerable compression.
h. Push in slightly on the buffer assembly
and maintain control against the
pressure of the return spring. Depress
the buffer retainer with a suitable
object. See Figure 3-2-8;
Figure 3-2-4 Opening the Receiver
TAKEDOWN PIN
Figure 3-2-5 Removing the Bolt Carrier Group
Figure 3-2-6 Removing the Cocking Handle