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61 13... Removing And Installing/Replacing Fiber-Optic Cable Connector
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove side section on rear seat backrest on left. See 52 26 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REST SIDE SECTION ON LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SEAT BACKREST .
Unlock catch (1) and remove deflection roller (2).
Remove fiber optic cable (3) from deflection roller (2).
Unlock catch on fiber-optic cable connector (5) with a suitable tool (4).
Remove fiber-optic cable connector (5) in direction of arrow from deflection roller (2).
Carefully raise cover cap (1) with a suitable tool and remove from fibre-optic cable connector (2).
Carefully raise lock (1) and pull fibre optic cable (2) out of fibre optic cable plug (3).
Installation:
Make sure fibre-optic cable (2) is correctly seated and engaged in fibre-optic cable connector (3).
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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.