SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2023X4 M COMPETITIONREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTACCESSORIES CONTROL SYSTEMSGENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM -- REPAIR (F98)61 13 PLUG CONNECTIONS, TERMINALSCRIMPING MICRO POWER QUADLOCK CONTACTS (MPQ)
2023 BMW X4 M Competition

Crimping Micro Power Quadlock contacts (MPQ)

2023 BMW X4 M CompetitionSECTION Crimping Micro Power Quadlock contacts (MPQ)
G04727513Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

To crimp MPQ contacts, use hand pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 325 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320.

NOTE: Hand pliers (1) open automatically until stop when handles are pressed together.
G04727514Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open hand pliers (1).

NOTE: Place contact (2) with utmost care in designated nest (observe line cross-section) in crimping head (3). Make sure it is exactly positioned.

Place MPQ contact (2) in crimping head (3).

Close hand pliers (1) one notch.

G04727515Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Follow procedure for cutting and stripping off insulation from cables.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close hand pliers (1) fully.

Open hand pliers (1) and remove cable (2).

IMPORTANT: Check contact for correct crimping.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Shop Manual-Ready ToolsFree Quote CheckQuote Shield Pro

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.