Trailer Hitch Socket, Removing And Installing - Version 3: Removing
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-- Fold out the trailer hitch. Refer to the vehicle Owner's Manual.
-- Switch off the ignition and remove the ignition key.
-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.
-- Remove the socket from the retaining plate.
-- Remove the rubber cover from the socket.
-- Release the retaining clips in direction of -arrows- and press multiple connector -1- out of socket -2-.
-- Release the retaining clips in direction of -arrows- and remove retainer -2- from multiple connector -3-.
NOTE:
Carefully remove the retainer so that contacts -2- of the multiple connector are not disconnected from the wiring harness.