Removing MPQ Contacts From Contact Carrier

2010 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, N51, AutomaticSECTION Removing MPQ Contacts From Contact Carrier

Remove contact carrier (1) with MQS contacts from radio plug.

Raise lock (2) on radio plug.

Pull contact carrier (3) out of radio plug.

Fig 1: Pulling Housing Out Of Radio Plug
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Press lock (1) in direction of arrow.

Pull secondary lock (2) in direction of arrow completely out of contact carrier (3).

Fig 2: Pulling Secondary Lock
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Press special tool 61 1 135Β  on inside of contact into contact carrier (2).

Pull wire with socket contact (1) out of contact carrier (2).

Fig 3: Pressing Special Tool On Inside Of Contact Into Contact Carrier
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