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Minimum set: Mechanical tools
2000 BMW 740iLSECTION Minimum set: Mechanical tools
RELEASING TOOL KIT - GENERAL SPECIFICATION
| Note: | For circular connector / ejector tool - Contains the kits 61 1 130,61 1 140 and 61 1 180 |
| Series: | E12, E21, E23, E24, E28, E30, E31, E32, E34, E36, E38, E39, E46, E52, E53, E65, E66, E83, E85, R50, R53, RR1 |
| Storage location: | K106 |
| Order number: | 61 1 150 |
| Releasing tool kit | |
| Consisting of: | |
| 61 1 151 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For Power-Timer contacts / AMP and Bosch | |
| 61 1 152 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For Micro-Timer contacts | |
| 61 1 153 | Release tool |
| Note: For retaining tabs of relay holder | |
| 61 1 154 | Replacement sleeve dia. 1.5 mm for 61 1 139 |
| Note: Order number was reserved in 8/95 on delivery of case temporarily for case insert | |
| 61 1 155 | Replacement sleeve dia. 3.5 mm for 61 1 133 |
| 61 1 156 | Replacement sleeve dia. 2.5 mm for 61 1 132 |
| 61 1 157 | Replacement sleeve dia. 1.5 mm for 61 1 131 |
| 61 1 158 | Case with insert |
| 61 1 159 | Operating instructions |
| 61 1 131 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For 1.5 mm round contacts | |
| 61 1 132 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For 2.5 mm round contacts | |
| 61 1 133 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For 3.5 mm round contacts | |
| 61 1 134 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For mini flat spring contacts | |
| 61 1 135 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For standard flat spring contacts | |
| 61 1 136 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For Power-Timer contacts (G & H) | |
| 61 1 137 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For Timer contacts | |
| 61 1 138 | Socket wrench |
| Note: For telltale lamps (instrument cluster) | |
| 61 1 139 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: Slotted sleeve for 1.5 mm dia. Kostal round contacts | |
| 61 1 141 | Release tool |
| Note: For D 2.5 / ELA, 4-pin, round | |
| 61 1 142 | Release tool |
| Note: For D 2.5 / ELA, 7-pin, round | |
| 61 1 143 | Release tool |
| Note: For D 2.5 / ELA, 12-pin, round | |
| 61 1 144 | Release tool |
| Note: For D 2.5 / ELA, 25-pin, round | |
| 61 1 145 | Release tool |
| Note: For D 1.5 / ELA, 10-pin round | |
RELEASING TOOL KIT - GENERAL SPECIFICATION
| 61 1 149 | Replacement blades |
| Note: For pressing-out tool 61 1 148 | |
| 61 1 148 | Pressing-out tool for SLC |
| Note: SLK = Sensor Laminated Contacts | |
| 61 1 180 | Pressing-out tool |
| Note: For load current contacts This individual tool belongs to 61 1 150 | |
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.