61 13... Control unit plugs, 25-, 35-, 55-, 83-, 88-pin

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Special tools required:

Unscrew the screws (1).

Lever out pin sensor (2) with gasket (3) in arrow direction.

Fig 1: Removing Screws

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Remove gasket (3).

Pull out housing lock (4) in arrow direction and unlock.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Housing Lock

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Press down snap-in hooks (5) of corresponding contact and pull out cable with contact.

Special tool 61 0 312 (61 1 134) for mini flat spring contacts.

Special tool 61 0 314 (61 1 135) for mini flat spring contacts.

Fig 3: Pressing Down Snap-In Hooks Of Corresponding Contact

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Special tool 61 0 315 (61 1 151) for double flat spring contacts (dual snap-in hooks).

Fig 4: Double Flat Spring Contacts (Dual Snap-In Hooks)

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Special tool 61 0 323 (61 1 152) for double flat spring contacts (special snap-in hooks).

Fig 5: Double Flat Spring Contacts (Special Snap-In Hooks)

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