diff --git a/docs/locking-mechanism.md b/docs/locking-mechanism.md
index b887a17..91c1428 100644
--- a/docs/locking-mechanism.md
+++ b/docs/locking-mechanism.md
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ Before proceeding with an unlock, the first step should be to understand why the
 
 ![](/img/mpe_lockanytable.png)
 
-If an unlock is deemed necessary, simply open this table in the EDIT menu, and change the value of `LOCK_STATUS_CD` from `UNLOCKED` to `LOCKED`.
+If an unlock is deemed necessary, simply open this table in the EDIT menu, and change the value of `LOCK_STATUS_CD` from `LOCKED` to `UNLOCKED`.
 
 ## Scalability