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.
Crimping optical fibers
Special tools required:
- 61 4 320
To crimp optical fibers, use hand pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 323 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320 .
Shift contact guide by means of stop lever (1) into corresponding position (pin contact or jack).
Open hand pliers (2).
Place pin contact or jack (1) in crimping head and secure with locking lever (3).
Insert stripped optical fiber (1) until stop into pin contact or jack (2).
Close hand pliers (3) fully.
Open hand pliers (3) and locking lever (4).
Remove optical fiber (1).
Right (A)
End of optical fiber (1) must be flush with tip of pin contact (2).
Wrong (B)
End of optical fiber (1) is not flush with tip of pin contact (2).
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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.