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Originally Posted by Gamb1t
I have the OEM rack too and while it doesn't need the key to stay on (never tried), you're risking it being stolen. The key enables you to open the end caps where you use the BMW branded allen key to un-hinge the clamps. 
I read somewhere that you can jury rig the locking mechanism to unlock it. It's not a sophisticated mechanism. I've never tried either. |
That was my assumption as well.
You, however, answered the crux of my dilemma - yes, I need to get those end caps open in order to uninstall the rack pieces. Thanks!