Removing MPQ Contacts From Radio Plug:

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Press lock (1) in direction of arrow.

Detach secondary lock (2) from radio plug.

Fig 1: Detaching Secondary Lock From Radio Plug

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Feed special tool 61 1 135 past side of contact.

Press special tool 61 1 135 in direction of arrow.

Pull wire (1) with socket contact out of radio plug (2).

Fig 2: Removing Wire With Socket Contact Out Of Radio Plug

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