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.
Socket housings, 5-pin, 8-pin, System MQS/MPQ
Manufactured by AMP: The following contact types without single conductor seal can be fitted in the connector housings:
- MQS (Micro Quadlock System)
- MPQ, width 2.8 mm (Micro Power Quadlock)
- MPQ, width 5.2 mm (Micro Power Quadlock)
Socket housing, 5-pin (Hybrid System MQS/MPQ)
Raise fastener (1) over snap-in lug (2) and detach from contact carrier (3).
Socket housing, 8-pin (MQS):
Raise fastener (1) over snap-in lug (2) and detach from contact carrier (3).
Hold down snap-in hooks (1) of contact and pull cable with contact as far as secondary lock (2).
Hold down snap-in hooks in secondary lock (1) again and pull cable with 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.