61 13... Removing and installing/replacing fibre-optic cable connector

2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION 61 13... Removing and installing/replacing fibre-optic cable connector
IMPORTANT: Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRESΒ .

Necessary preliminary tasks:Β 

Insert a small screwdriver into openings (1).

Expand catches of cover (2) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Cover
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RENDER: 1.0x

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