Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
61 00... Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
The following applies in general:
To avoid damage, observe the following instructions:
- Avoid compressive and tensile loads
- Make sure cables are laid without kinks or abrasions
- Ensure non-contacting routing at sharp-edged body parts; use edge protection if necessary
- Secure additionally laid cables/leads with cable ties
The following additionally applies:
Shielded cables
Joins in the shield can cause problems with regard to noise radiation and interference immunity. Consequently, distinctions have to be drawn between the following types:
Coaxial cable
- Shielded RTK031 coaxial lines may only be repaired with special crimping tools.
CVBS cables
- CVBS cables may not be repaired.
- CVBS cables must be replaced in their entirety.
HSD cables
- HSD cables may not be repaired.
- HSD cables must be replaced in their entirety.
Fibre-optic cables:
- Green = MOST (M edia O riented S ystems T ransport) optical fibres
- Yellow = ISIS (I ntegrated S ervice I nformation S erver) fibre-optic cables
- Orange=repair fibre-optic cables
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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