Detach/mount connector - AR42.45-P-0820-02EW

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MODEL 166, 231, 292 except CODE 233 (DISTRONIC PLUS)

MODEL 207, 212 as of model year 2014

MODEL 207, 212 up to model year 2014 except CODE 233 (DISTRONIC PLUS)

MODEL 217, 222

MODEL 218 as of model year 2015

MODEL 218 up to model year 2015 except code 233 (DISTRONIC PLUS)

Fig 1: Identifying Unlocking Tool (000 589 20 63 00)

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Shown on MODEL 212 up to model year 2014 except CODE 233 (DISTRONIC PLUS)

Fig 2: ESP Control Unit, Connector, Lock Tabs, Release Lug, Bow & Jack - Shown On Model 212

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If there is any damage to the bracket (1), connector (2) or lock tabs (1f), the corresponding parts must be replaced. Otherwise, the connector (2) may work its way loose from the ESP® control unit (4) and the brake system may malfunction.

Detach electrical connection

Carefully press release tab (1e) using release tool, hold it down and swivel bracket (1) upwards through approx. 90°.
To release the connector (2) use the release tool only. Otherwise, the release tab (1e), lock tab (1f) or the bracket (1) may be damaged.

By swiveling the bracket (1), the connector (2) is pushed slightly out of the jack (3) on the ESP control unit® (4).
Pull connector (2) out of jack (3).
While doing so, do not pull out connector (2) using the bracket (1). The bracket (1) can otherwise be damaged.
Swivel bracket (1) downwards until the lock tabs (1f) latch into place.
To avoid any damage to the bracket (1) and lock tabs (1f).

Mount electrical connection

Carefully press release tab (1e) using release tool, hold it down and swivel bracket (1) upwards through approx. 90°.
To release the connector (2) use the release tool only. Otherwise, the release tab (1e), lock tab (1f) or the bracket (1) may be damaged.
Insert connector (2) far enough into the jack (3) on the ESP® control unit (4) until its entire length makes uniform contact with the jack (3).
While doing so, do not insert connector (2) using bracket (1). The bracket (1) can otherwise be damaged.
Swivel bracket (1) downwards until the lock tabs (1f) latch into place.
The connector (2) is hereby drawn into its end position and locked.