Mercedes-Benz ML320. Manual — part 579

Shown on 8-pin MQS connector

Fig. 452: Contact Pins From Connector (MQS) - Shown On 8-Pin MQS Connector

Foil contacts must be unpinned at the same time. Tug on the foil while pressing down the spring to remove

the foil.

REMOVE CONTACTS FROM MICRO QUADLOCK SYSTEM COUPLING - AR00.19-P-0120-04A

Fig. 453: Identifying New Passenger Vehicle Wiring Harness Repair Kit (220 589 04 99 00)

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Fig. 454: Identifying Wiring Harness Repair Kit, Basic (000 589 13 99 00)

Fig. 455: Identifying Wiring Harness Repair Kit (220 589 02 99 00)

Fig. 456: Identifying Blade Holder With Clamping Pliers (220 589 01 99 50)

Fig. 457: Identifying MQS Blade (220 589 01 99 60)

Secondary unlocking for version with retaining cap (MQS)

1. Guide suitable tool (1) all the way into groove (4) from the side.

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2. Remove retaining cap (2) from coupling housing (3) in direction of arrow.

Shown on 3/3-pin MQS coupling

Fig. 458: Retaining Cap From Coupling Housing - Shown On 3/3-Pin MQS Coupling

Secondary unlocking for version with retaining housing (MQS)

1. Lift locking catch (2) of retaining cap (4) using a suitable tool (1).

2. Pull coupling housing (3) from retaining cap (4) in direction shown by arrow.

Shown on a 3/3-pin MQS/MCP coupling

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Fig. 459: Pulling Coupling Housing From Retaining Cap - Shown On A 3/3-Pin MQS/MCP Coupling

Secondary unlocking for version with cap (MQS)

1. Detach cover (1) from cap (2) in direction of arrow over the catch mechanism.

2. Remove connector housing (3) from cap (2) in direction of arrow.

Shown on 14-pin MQS coupling with a connector housing

Fig. 460: Connector Housing From Cap - Shown On 14-Pin MQS Coupling With A Connector Housing

Secondary unlocking for version with 2nd contact retainer (MQS)

1. Using a suitable tool, open the contact retainer (1).

2. Pry up the contact retainer (1) in direction shown by arrow.

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