Extract socket housing

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Fig 1: Extracting/Reassembling Socket Housing

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Extract socket housing from the connector housing as follows:

Remove retaining ring from the connector by inserting a small screwdriver from the rear of the ring and pry open the 3 catches.
Pull back rubber seal on the cables.