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61 13... Socket housings, 5-pin, 8-pin, System MQS/MPQ

Manufactured by AMP:  The following contact types without strand sealing can be fitted in the connector housings:

Socket housing, 5-pin (Hybrid System MQS/MPQ) 

Raise fastener (1) over retaining lug (2) and pull off from contact carrier (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Lug, Fastener, And Contact Carrier - 5-Pin (Hybrid System MQS/MPQ)
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Socket housing, 8-pin (MQS): 

Raise fastener (1) over retaining lug (2) and pull off from contact carrier (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Fastener, Retaining Lug, And Contact Carrier - 8-Pin (MQS)
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Hold down retaining hook (1) of contact and pull cable with contact as far as secondary lock (2).

Fig 3: Pulling Wire With Socket Contact Up To Secondary Lock
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Hold down retaining hook in secondary lock (1) again and pull cable with contact (2) completely out of contact carrier (3).

Fig 4: Pulling Cable With Socket Contact Completely Out Of Contact Carrier
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