61-0309 Release tool

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 61-0309 Release tool
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0495391 610309 Release tool MP

NOTE: (Release tool for pin-end round contact (D=1.5) manufactured by Kostal) Replaces from 09/2005 special tool 61 1 139 [released]

Storage Location

M22 x 205

Fig 1: Identifying Release Tool (0495391)
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SI number

02 05 05 (217)

Consisting of:

  1. 10 = 0495393 Holding sleeve
    NOTE: (Replacement sleeve for special tool 61 0 309) Replaces from 09/2005 special tool 61 1 154 [released]
RENDER: 1.0x

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