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61 13... Crimping Micro Quadlock System contacts (MQS)

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Special tools required: 

To crimp MPQ contacts, use hand pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 324 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320 .

NOTE: Hand pliers (1) open automatically until limit position when handles are pressed together.
Fig 1: Identifying MPQ Contacts And Pliers
G04727516Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open hand pliers (1).

Fold up contact carrier (2).

Insert MQS contact (3) in contact carrier (2).

Fold back contact carrier (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Pliers, MQS Contact And Contact Carrier
G04727517Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Follow procedure for CUTTING AND STRIPPING INSULATION  from cables.

Close hand pliers (1) one notch.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close hand pliers (1) fully.

Fig 3: Inserting Stripped Cable
G04727518Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open hand pliers (1).

Open contact carrier (2) gently and carefully remove MQS contact.

IMPORTANT: Check contact for correct crimping.
Fig 4: Removing MQS Contact
G04727519Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.