61 13... In-line Plugs, 6 To 50-Pin, System Elo

2010 BMW 128i 2D Coupe, N52, AutomaticSECTION 61 13... In-line Plugs, 6 To 50-Pin, System Elo

Unlock lock.

Fig 1: Unlocking Lock
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Unfasten cable clip.

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Cable clip must be reinstalled.

Fig 2: Locating Cable Clip
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Detach catch (1) from plug housing (2).

Fig 3: Detaching Catch & Plug Housing
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Press out contact carrier (3) with wiring harness (4) through opening (5).

Fig 4: Pressing Carrier With Wiring Harness
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Hold down arrester hook (6) of defective contact and pull cable and contact up to secondary lock (8).

Fig 5: Identifying Arrester Hook & Secondary Lock
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Hold down arrester hook once again in secondary lock (8) and pull cable and contact completely out of contact carrier.

Fig 6: Pulling Cable & Contact Carrier
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