This is the official OEM winch gear mechanism used to wind manual awnings from the Fiamma F45 TiL, F45 L, and certain F45 iL models (4.5 m to 5.0 m lengths). It includes the internal gearbox and winder loop assembly for awning extension and retraction.

OEM Part Numbers: 98655-106 (also identified as OLD 05564-01)
Includes: Winch gearbox + winder loop (98673-001)
Material & Build: Precision-engineered metal/plastic gearbox assembly

Function: Drives the square roller shaft for opening and closing the awning smoothly

Compatibility

Fits: Fiamma F45 TiL, F45 L, and some F45 iL awnings in the 4.5 m to 5.0 m size range

Not compatible with:

• F45 S (2.5 m to 4.0 m)

• F65, F80

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does this part do?
It turns the winding loop (wind handle) to wind the awning extension and retraction mechanism—the central gear system inside the awning case.

Q: What’s included in the package?
One OEM winch mechanism (gearbox) plus the winding loop component

Q: Which awnings is it compatible with?
Works with larger F45 ranges, the TiL and L variants, and some iL models for lengths between 4.5 m and 5.0

Q: What does this part not suit?
This mechanism will not fit:

• F45 S models shorter than 4.5 m

• Electric/motorised awnings

• F65, F80

• Early-model F45 Ti/i awnings that used the older winder gearbox design

Q: How is it installed?
Remove the lead-bar end cap, slide the worn gearbox off the square roller shaft, then slide the new mechanism into place. Refit the winding loop and end cap to secure.