61 13 ... Retaining bracket

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Pull relevant fuse out of fuse block (1).

NOTE: Mark positions when removing fuses.

Pull locking slide (2) out of fuse block (1) as far as it will go.

Fig 1: Removing Locking Slide From Fuse Block

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With special tool 61 1 136 or 61 1 137 (ejector), press back arrester hook (3) of appropriate contact and pull out cable.

Fig 2: Pressing Arrester Hook

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