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Remove/Install Wiring Harness For Trailer Socket And Swivel System Electrical Components - AR31.19-P-1501MFD

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Model 118, 177.0/1, 243.7, 247 with code 550 (Trailer coupling) 

Shown on model 118 with code 550 (Trailer hitch) 

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WARNING Risk of injury  caused by fingers being jammed or pinched when removing, installing or aligning hoods, doors, trunk lid/rear-end door or sliding roof. No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating area when the components are moving. AS00.00-Z-0011-01A
Topical note  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
  Notes on HANDS-FREE ACCESS   AH80.61-P-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Extend ball neck.    
2 Switch off ignition and store transmitter key outside of transmission range (min. 2 m).    
3 Release and disconnect electrical plug (3) and expose electric line.   AR31.19-P-1300MFA 
4 Remove rear bumper. Model 243.7 with code 550 (Trailer coupling) AR88.20-P-2200EQA
    Model 118, 177.0/1, 247 with code 550 (Trailer coupling) AR88.20-P-2200MFA
5 Remove trim for spare wheel well. Model 177.0/1, 243.7, 247.0/7 with code 550 (Trailer coupling)  
6 Remove and expose ground line (4). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Trailer hitch ground point *BA00.19-P-1010-02E 
7 Remove grommet (2) and route trailer socket wiring harness and swivel electrics (1) outwards.    
8 Release and disconnect electrical plug (5).    
9 Unscrew bolts and remove trailer socket (X58, X58x1).    
10 Expose wiring harness for trailer socket and swivel electrics (1) and remove.    
11 Install in the reverse order.    
INSPECT Check     
12 Perform function check of fully-electric trailer hitch.   AR31.19-P-1451MFA 
13 Check function of lighting signals on trailer socket (X58, X58x1).    
GROUND POINTS

Number Designation Model 118 Model 177
BA00.19-P-1010-02E Trailer hitch ground point W7/9 M6 Nm 10 10
GROUND POINTS

Number Designation Model 243 Model 247
BA00.19-P-1010-02E Trailer hitch ground point W7/9 M6 Nm 10 10