61 13 ... Crimping Micro Power Quadlock contacts (MPQ)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - Z3 .

Special Tools Required:

61 4 320

To crimp MPQ contacts, use pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 325 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320.

Fig 1: Crimping MPQ Contacts Using Pliers

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Pliers (1) open automatically as far as they will go when handles are pressed together.

Fig 2: Placing MPQ Contact In Crimping Head

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open pliers (1).

NOTE: Place contact (2) with utmost care in designated nest (observe cable cross-section) in crimping head (3). Make sure it is exactly positioned.

Place MPQ contact (2) in crimping head (3).

Close pliers (1) one notch.

NOTE: Follow procedure for cutting and stripping insulation from cables.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close pliers (1) fully.

Open pliers (1) and remove cable (2).

Fig 3: Opening Pliers And Removing Cable

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Check contact for correct crimping.