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TimO · Posted 26 Jun 2010, 15:55 #1

Good afternoon.

I am fitting a CD changer into my project 75 Tourer but need a tool to remove the plug in cables (round push in type) which connect the wiring loom to the back of the radio cassette unit.
Anybody know the correct tool name and where they can be purchased ?

Cheers

Tim
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greeners · Posted 26 Jun 2010, 16:49 #2

Are you talking about the 17 pin BMW connector ?

If so you need a BMW tool, 61 1 132

I've tried to get one in the past, but they are expensive

TimO · Posted 26 Jun 2010, 22:22 #3

Greeners, Thank you very much - now the search is on

Cheers

Tim
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TimO · Posted 26 Jun 2010, 22:40 #4

Just had a thought :idea:

will adapt a coke can and give it a try. How to coming up I think

Cheers

Tim
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Duncan · Posted 27 Jun 2010, 09:13 #5

Until I managed to get the proper tool, I used a different kind of terminal. opened up to the right diameter. Works OK.

The coke can idea isn't a bad one but may be a bit thing to get the strength needed. The inside of a cable reel might be more suitable.

If I can find one of the right terminals to adapt, I could send it to you. Let me have a dig around later today.

greeners · Posted 27 Jun 2010, 12:28 #6

I've used a coke can method, hurts the fingers a bit.

If you google the part number and BMW there's a how to make the tool, if you can find the right size tube.

TimO · Posted 27 Jun 2010, 19:50 #7

Thanks for the info. Tried the 'Coke can' method but the aluminium is not up to the job. Next attempt will be a section of telescopic radio aerial filed down to the correct external diameter.
Will keep you all informed on my progress.

Cheers

Tim
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TimO · Posted 28 Jun 2010, 20:56 #8

Well hopefully i've found the tool for the job, will let you know when it arrives.

http://www.kustompcs.co.uk/acatalog/info_1926.html

Cheers

Tim

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JohnDotCom · Posted 28 Jun 2010, 21:17 #9

A bit cheaper than the Ã‚Â£57 + VAT BMW one...........

Duncan · Posted 29 Jun 2010, 12:08 #10

If the diameter is right, should work a treat. Don't forget to move the antibackout bar across or you'll be wondering why the terminals don't slip out.

TimO · Posted 29 Jun 2010, 19:16 #11

Duncan wrote:If the diameter is right, should work a treat. Don't forget to move the antibackout bar across or you'll be wondering why the terminals don't slip out.

Anti back out bar :shock:

Please no more problems :panic:

Cheers

Tim
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Duncan · Posted 29 Jun 2010, 20:19 #12

It's not a problem, unless you don't know about it!

There's a part of the connector that moves slightly sideways and stops the pins coming out even if the little metal barbs haven't engaged. Only moves about 2mm. If you look down one of the empty holes, you will see it doesn't look round. That's because of the part that slides a bit.

Very difficult to describe but I don't have one to photograph to show what I mean. You should be able to see it if you look though.

I know that some of the aftermarket harness makers don't even know about it and never slide it into place anyway.

TimO · Posted 29 Jun 2010, 22:10 #13

Thanks for that Duncan, I will make sure i have a good look before I damage anything.

I will take some photos when I get around to doing the job - hopefully Friday, if the tool arrives.

Cheers

Tim
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TimO · Posted 30 Jun 2010, 20:37 #14

Extractor arrived this morning, excellent service

only problem is it's to b****y small :hissyfit:

So will revert to the plastic straw technique and see what happens.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75462

Cheers

Tim

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TimO · Posted 04 Jul 2010, 10:34 #15

Well what can I say, removed the antibackout bar, and used the 'plastic straw' method - in 15 mins I had a working CD changer :clap:

So thanks Duncan for the antibackout bar tip. With out that I would never have completed the task

Cheers

Tim
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Duncan · Posted 04 Jul 2010, 19:34 #16

Glad it went well. Those things have caught me out so many times the devious little 'things'.

Anyway, it's nice to be useful once in a while!

JohnDotCom · Posted 04 Jul 2010, 19:39 #17

I have found many of your tips very useful Duncan, thanks.

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