61 13... Inline plugs, 8-, 12-pin, System D2.5

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Move connector upper section (1) and the connector lower section (2) against each other in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Pulling Cable And Contact Up To Secondary Lock

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With special tool 61 1 132 (press-out tool) press back arrester hook (3) of appropriate contact and pull out cable with contact.

Fig 2: Pulling Cable And Contact Completely Out Of Contact Carrier

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