61 13 ... Circular Plugs, 20-Pin, System D2.5

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Carefully press back retaining lugs (1) of internal connector (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Lugs And Internal Connector

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Turn internal connector (2) enough for retaining lugs (1) to lock into locking groove (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Lugs And Locking Groove

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With special tool 61 1 132 (ejector), press back arrester hook (4) of appropriate contact and pull out cable.

Fig 3: Identifying Arrester Hook And Special Tool 61 1 132

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