61 13... Removing and installing/replacing OBD-II socket

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Special tools required:

61 0 315

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PEDAL ASSEMBLY TRIM

Release screws (1).

Remove OBD-II socket (2) from dashboard carrier (3).

Fig 1: Identifying OBD-II Socket, Screws, And Dashboard Carrier

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Remove OBD-II socket cover (2) from OBD-II socket (1).

Unlock slide plate (3) with a suitable tool in direction of arrow.

Insert special tool 61 0 315 into OBD-II socket (1) in the direction of the arrow and press out the associated flat spring contact (4). Press remaining flat spring contacts out of OBD-II socket (1) with special tool 61 0 315 .

Fig 2: Inserting Special Tool (61 0 315) Into OBD-II Socket

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Installation note:

Pay attention to pin assignment of OBD-II socket (1).

Make sure flat spring contacts and slide plate (3) are correctly engaged and seated in OBD-II socket (1).