Loosening the wiring harness section on the cover of the transmission cross member

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Loosen screw (1) .
Loosen clamp (2) .
Feed out cover (3) and set it aside.

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Unlock the clamp (2) and release it.
Feed out the cover (3) and remove.

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