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Trailer Hitch Socket - Version 1






Trailer Hitch Socket - Version 1

Removal






- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.

- Remove screws - arrows -.

- Detach the socket from the retaining plate.

Socket without a rear fog lamp shut-off contact switch (F216)






- Press multiple connector - 1 - in the - direction of the arrow - out of socket - 2 -.

Version 1






- Release securing tabs - arrows - and then release retainer clips - 1 - and - 3 through 5 -.

- Remove retainer from harness connectors - 2 -.

Version 2






- First release securing tabs - arrows - and then retaining clips - 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 -.

- Remove the retainer from multiple connector - 5 -.

Installation






Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Make sure O-rings - 1 - and - 3 - are not damaged.

- Push electrical connectors - 4 - until they audibly engage inside the retainer - 2 -.

Socket with rear fog lamp shut-off contact switch (F216)






- Remove harness connector - 2 - for the rear fog lamp shut-off contact switch and harness connector - 1 - from the trailer socket (U10).