Trailer Hitch Socket, Removing And Installing - Version 2: Removing
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NOTE:
During installation, install the cable ties at the same location.
-- Turn off the ignition and remove the key.
-- Unfold and engage the trailer hitch.
-- Cut the cable tie -1- and remove the screws -2 and 4-.
-- Press the socket out of trailer hitch -3- in direction of -arrow-.
-- Turn cap -1- counterclockwise -arrow- and remove it from socket -3-.
-- Remove rubber cover -2-.
-- Release the retaining clips in the direction of -arrows- and press multiple connector -2- out of socket -1-.
-- Release the retaining clips in the direction of -arrows- and remove retainer -1- from multiple connector -3-.
NOTE:
Carefully remove the retainer so that contacts -2- of the multiple connector are not disconnected from the wiring harness.