Teac 2300 non-engaging pinch roller

[TheJazzWorkshop]

I just picked-up an old Teac 2300S and when I hit the play button I have to manually push-up on the pinch roller to get it to engage and disengage. The unit is pretty dirty and I plan on giving it a good interior/exterior cleaning. What's the best way to crack open this machine? Anyone else familiar with this problem? Might it be something else? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[TheJazzWorkshop]

Teac Pinch Roller problem

Ok, I was able to locate this info on another board:

" I'd like to share with you potential Teac owners a common problem.
There is a solenoid that operates the pinch roller using a lever. The lever pivots on a long shaft that was probably lubricated with some kind of grease. The grease dry's up, causing the shaft to bind-up."

Unfortunately, it was an old thread and there wasn't much other info given. So I now ask, what's the best way to get into a Teac 2300 and what type of lube should I use? Thanks.