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How do I break down the wall?
1 of 14: This process involves several steps.
2 of 14: Get the chain.
3 of 14: Wrap it around the rod in the wall.
4 of 14: Since it won't hold, you'll want something that will keep it in place.
5 of 14: Lock the chain with the padlock (from the hatch leading to the tunnel).
6 of 14: Head on up out of the shaft.
7 of 14: And hand the chain to the hook on the bottom of the elevator.
8 of 14: Get the crowbar to close the door.
9 of 14: Go up to level 1.
10 of 14: Press the Up button, and head in the elevator.
11 of 14: Press the 3 button.
12 of 14: Wait until the elevator stops.
13 of 14: When you go back down to the basement, wedge the door with the crowbar again.
