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61 13... Circular connector, 20-pin, system D2.5

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Special tools required: 

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

Fig 1: Pressing Back Retaining Tabs Of Internal Connector
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Turn internal connector (2) until retaining lugs (1) snap into release groove (3).

Fig 2: Turning Internal Connector Retaining Lugs Snap Into Release Groove
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With special tool 61 0 303 press down retaining hook (4) of corresponding contact and pull out cable.

Fig 3: Pressing Retaining Hook
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