Removing MPQ contacts from contact carrier

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Remove contact carrier (1) with MQS contacts from the radio plug.

Raise lock (2) on radio plug.

Remove contact carrier (3) from radio plug.

Fig 1: Raising Lock On Radio Plug

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Press lock (1) in direction of arrow.

Pull secondary lock (2) in the direction of the arrow and out of contact carrier (3) completely.

Fig 2: Pulling Secondary Lock

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Press special tool 61 1 135 against inside of contact in contact carrier (2).

Remove wire with female contact (1) from contact carrier (2).

Fig 3: Pressing Special Tool (61 1 135) Against Inside Of Contact In Contact Carrier

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