61 13 ... In-Line Plugs, 8-, 12-Pin, System D2.5

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

Fig 1: Identifying Upper And Lower Connector Sections

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

Fig 2: Identifying Arrester Hook And Special Tool 61 1 132

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