Removing and installing trailer socket

AR31.19-W-1200F

Removing and installing trailer socket

15.2.12

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Removing, installing

1

Switch off ignition

Danger!

Risk of explosion caused by escaping oxyhydrogen gas. Risk of injury caused by caustic burns to eyes, skin and mucous membranes from battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or metal spatter due to short circuit. Risk of burn injuries caused by short circuit. Risk of poisoning caused by swallowing battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or absorption of lead over the skin or orifices

No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking.

Wear acid-resistant gloves and clothing and safety glasses with side guards.

Do not place any conductive objects on the battery and avoid any short circuit from battery positive to ground.

Only fill liquid battery electrolyte (diluted sulfuric acid) into suitable and appropriately marked containers.

AS54.10-Z-0001-01A

2

Disconnect ground lead from battery

 Ensure that no accidental contact can occur between the ground cable and the negative battery terminal.

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Notes on battery

All models

AH54.10-P-0001-01A

3

Unscrew union nut (4) on clamp connection (1) from plug housing (3)

4

Open clamp connection (1) and push onto protective tube

5

Pull plug insert (6) with contact pins out of plug housing

6

Remove plug housing (3)

7

Drive contact pins out of plug insert (6)

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 Only if the plug insert needs to be replaced and the contact pins are still OK. Note connector assignments or mark cables for identification before driving out pins.

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8

Cut plug insert (6) with contact pins off cables

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 Only if the entire trailer socket needs to be replaced. Note connector assignments or mark cables for identification before cutting off.

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9

Install in the reverse order

Installation: Check sealing rings (7) and replace if necessary.

10

Perform function test on the electrical system