Remove/install fiber optical cable module for the Media Oriented System Transport (MOST) - AR82.60-P-0001-01TA

1. Disconnect connectors (31) from the corresponding control units.
2. Unlock connector locks (31) and pull out carrier (32).
3. Remove fuse (30) from carrier (32), unlock locks and remove damaged fiber optical cable module (x).
4. Cut off both ends of the damaged fiber optical cable module (x) and strap down with insulation tape.
   Fig 1: Cutting Ends Of Damaged Fiber Optical Cable Module

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5. Remove the new fiber optical cable module (1) from the connector (33) and the carrier (34).

   Connector (33) and carrier (34) are no longer required.

   Fig 2: Removing Fiber Optical Cable Module From Connector And Carrier

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6. Install the new fiber optical cable module (1) into contact cavity 2 (output) of the connector for the COMAND operating, display and control unit (A40/3) and into contact cavity 1 (input) of the connector for the CD changer (A2/6).
7. Complete connectors of the two control units again.
8. Strap excess length of fiber optical cable module (1) in the radio recess as per the guidelines.

Risk of breakage!  Do not kink fiber optical cable, route over sharp edges or bend in radii smaller than 25 mm. Tensile forces on inserts must not exceed 65 N. Do not squeeze fiber optical cable and do not compress with clamps or tie straps.

Fig 3: Installing New Fiber Optical Cable Module

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