61 13... Circular connector, 20-pin, system D2.5

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Special tools required:

61 0 303

Carefully press back retaining tabs (1) of internal connector (2).

Fig 1: Pressing Back Retaining Tabs Of Internal Connector

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Turn internal connector (2) until retaining lugs (1) snap into release groove (3).

Fig 2: Turning Internal Connector

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With special tool 61 0 303 press down retaining hook (4) of corresponding contact and pull out cable.

Fig 3: Pressing Contact Retaining Hook Using Special Tool (61 0 303)

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