With the receiver in the frame rails and the S link engaging the recoil lever properly, the receiver must be pulled back to full recoil in order to allow the side plate to be re-inserted. I call this the "Luger squeeze". With my right palm facing me I place the pistol in my right hand with the barrel pointing to the left. I wrap my right index finger over the toggle so that it wraps over the top of the gun in front of the knurled rings. Then wrap the right thumb over the left grip panel. Now, pull back with your index finger and push forward with your thumb to get the receiver into full recoil, and yes, you are going to feel resistance from the recoil spring but don't worry, nothing is going to fly apart. Reposition the trigger plate being sure that the tiny "lip" at the rear of the trigger plate fits under the leading edge of the flat panel on the left side of the frame. The trigger plate should now literally drop into place and the takedown level can be swung 90 degrees counterclockwise and lock the trigger plate in place. Then you can slowly release the "Luger squeeze" and the receiver will return to battery and stop. It's funny ... it's one of those things that takes a long time to explain, but less than ten seconds to demonstrate! I hope this helps.
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