Heckler&Koch HK45 COMPACT TACTICAL - Manual (Page 18)

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HK45 & HK45 Compact
Figure 16
Removal and Installation of Backstraps (Interchangeable grip panels)
Removal
1. Ensure that the pistol is CLEAR and decocked (see page 19) and the
magazine is removed. Dry firing the pistol will relieve any tension on the
hammer spring prior to removal of the grip panels.
2. With a (1/8 “ or 3 mm) metal punch, carefully tap out the backstrap retaining
pin (Figure 17 & 18).
Figure 17 Figure 18
Extract the pin once it is protruding from the frame.
3. When the pin is removed, the grip panel can be slid downward off the frame
(Figure 19).
Figure 19
Installation
1. Place the replacement grip panel on the back of the frame approximately 1
inch lower than its assembled position and push the grip panel up onto the
grip rails (Figure 19). Continue to slide the grip panel upward until it fits flush
and there is no gap between the top of the grip panel and frame (Fig 21).
Figure 20 Figure 21
2. At this point, the holes in the grip panel and on the frame will line up.
Carefully reinsert the pin and push it through the grip panel and frame using
finger pressure.
3. With the pin properly aligned in the grip panel and the frame, carefully tap
the pin until it is fully seated and centered in the frame.
NOTE: Disassembly of the pistol is now complete. Only HK certified
armorers should disassemble the pistol further.
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