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I own the Lionel Canadian Pacific set (6-21759) released in 1999 consisting of an F3 AA set, 3 Vista Domes and an Observation Car.  Two of the VDs now require some light bulb replacement (I believe they're the bayonet type) and so I'm seeking instructions on how to disassemble the cars to access the bulbs.

It should be noted I have consulted Lionel's website (specifically Parts Replacement) and familiarized myself with the detailed parts breakdown shown for VD car 6-29142, but had problems when I tried to disassemble the car.  Specifically, after removing the end plate I tried to slide the frame out of the channels, but the 'Base Hangers' (6109123075) created problems and wouldn't allow the frame to come out so I concluded that discretion was the better part of valour.

In conclusion, some detailed step-by-step instructions on disassembly would be greatly appreciated, so thanks to all and Merry Christmas to everyone!

PS - Before Posting this I did a Search of the OGR Forum but was unable to find anything specific to my older 15 inch aluminum Vista Dome cars.

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One does not need to disassemble the car shell from the frame or anything like that! The thing to do is remove the truck/light assembly. It.is held on by just a single screw hiding under the coupler arm. Remove that screw and that should release the assembly (held in with a tab towards the center of the car). That will expose the lamp (missing in the below picture due to being from a different production era, but coveys the assembly you need to remove.

bmoran4 - Thanks ever so much!  And as for your postscript, I understand it.  👍🏻  

Too bad Lionel didn't mention this simple procedure in the Owner's Manual that came with this set so I wouldn't have had to resort to asking the Forum for help, but nothing was said about the cars at all in the booklet.

Merry Christmas to you and I hope Santa brings you the train and/or accessory you want!  😉

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