61 13... Crimping annular contacts

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 61 13... Crimping annular contacts
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Crimping pliers from repair kit 1 are used to crimp annular contacts.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool For Crimping Annular Contacts
G03154372Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open crimping pliers (1).

NOTE: Place contact (2) in designated nest (observe wire cross section) with particular care. Make sure it is exactly positioned.

Insert annular contact (2) in crimping pliers (1).

Close crimping pliers (1) gently and keep closed.

Fig 2: Inserting Annular Contact In Crimping Pliers
G03154373Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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