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61 13 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing OBD-II Socket

Special tools required:







Release screws (1).
Remove OBD-II socket (2) from instrument panel lower section (3).







Remove OBD-II socket cover (2) from OBD-II socket (1).
Unlock slide plate (3) with a suitable tool in direction of arrow.
Insert special tool 61 0 315 in OBD-II socket (1) in direction of arrow and press out associated flat spring contact (4). Press remaining flat spring contacts with special tool 61 0 315 out of OBD-II socket (1).

Installation:
Pay attention to pin assignment of OBD-II socket (1).
Make sure flat spring contacts and slide plate (3) are correctly engaged and seated in OBD-II socket (1).