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Trailer Hitch Socket - Version 2






Trailer Hitch Socket - Version 2

Removal






During installation, install the cable ties at the same location.

- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.

- Unfold and engage the trailer hitch.

- Cut the cable tie - 1 - and remove the screws - 2 - and - 4 -.

- Press the socket out of trailer hitch - 3 - in the - direction of the arrow -.

- Turn cap - 1 - counterclockwise - arrow - and remove it from socket - 3 -.






- Remove rubber cover - 2 -.

- Release the retaining clips - arrows - and press multiple connector - 2 - out of socket - 1 -.






- Release the retaining clips - arrows - and remove retainer - 1 - from multiple connector - 3 -.






Carefully remove the retainer so that contacts - 2 - of the multiple connector are not disconnected from the wiring harness.

Installation






Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- The retainer - 1 - can be pushed onto multiple connector - 3 - in only one position.

Guide pins - 4 - can be inserted into the retainer in only one position. Contacts - 2 - must be inserted in the retainer for this purpose.

- Insert the retainer into the multiple connector until it engages audibly.