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 13... Socket housings, 2x21-, 2x27-pin, Hybrid Systems MQS/MPQ, Elo/Elo-Power
Manufactured by AMP: The following contact types without strand sealing can be fitted in the socket housings:
- MQS (Micro Quadlock System)
- MPQ, width 2.8 mm (Micro Power Quadlock)
- MPQ, width 5.2 mm (Micro Power Quadlock)
Manufactured by Siemens: The following contact types without strand sealing can be fitted in the socket housings:
- Elo (electronic contact)
- Elo-Power 2.8 mm wide (electronic contact for heavy loads)
- Elo-Power 5.2 mm wide (electronic contact for heavy loads)
Raise lock (1) on housing (2).
Push contact carrier (3) from rear out of housing.
Pushing out the contact carrier releases the secondary locks of the socket contacts.
Hold down retaining hook (1) of socket contact in opening of contact carrier with a small screwdriver.
Pull wire with socket contact in direction of arrow as far as secondary lock (2).
Hold down retaining hook in secondary lock (1) again and pull cable with socket contact (2) completely out of contact carrier (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.