Fiber-Optic Cable, Disconnecting From Wiring Harness Connector: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Removal Of Fiber-Optic Cable

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-- Unplug connector for fiber optic cable from appropriate control unit.

-- Release the locking mechanism in the fiber-optic cable connector -1- by pushing on it.

-- Release the secondary lock -2- with a small screwdriver.

-- Remove the fiber-optic cable.

CAUTION:

Install the cap on the trunk, in order to protect the fiber-optic cable from dust and dirt.
Use a new housing since it is likely that the secondary lock was damaged during the removal of the fiber-optic cable.
Note the arrows on the base module for allocation "IN" and "OUT".