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61 13... Opening plug housings and removing contacts of different plug systems: Notes

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ABBREVIATIONS CHART

Abbreviations of contacts and what they mean:
ELA Strand seal
D 1.5/2.5/3.5 Round contacts with 1.5 mm, 2.5 mm or 3.5 mm diameter
MDK Miniature double flat spring contact
JPT Junior Power timer
DFK Double flat spring contacts
Elo Electronic contacts
Elo Power Electronic contacts for heavy load
MQS Micro Quadlock system
MPQ Micro Power Quadlock
MLK Mini laminated contact
SLK Sensor laminated contact
MLK Mini laminated contact
Mcon Multi contact
IMPORTANT:

The contacts can be changed on ultrasonically welded connectors (1).

Ultrasonically welded connectors (1) must be replaced completely.

Ultrasonic-welded connectors (1) can be identified by the welds (2) on their longitudinal side.

Fig 1: Identifying Ultrasonic-Welded Connectors And Plugs
G06213382Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Special tools referred to in the repair instructions below are contained in the following special tool kits:
  • Release and press-out tool 61 1 150 is replaced from 09/2005 by 61 0 300 (BMW) and 61 0 400 (MINI)
  • Release and press-out tool 61 1 100 (engine)

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