Checking Crimping

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Check insulation crimp (8) and wire crimp (9) against following illustrations to ensure crimps are correctly located.

NOTE: Illustration shows butt connectors and contact sleeves for fan connectors knocked on one side. The crimping procedure is identical here.

Fig 1: Checking Insulation Crimp (8) And Wire Crimp (9)

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Correct crimping:

Visible conductor end (10).

Visible insulation end (11).

Fig 2: Identifying Conductor End (10) And Insulation End (11)

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Incorrect crimping:

Conductor end (10) inserted too far.

Insulation end (11) in wire crimp.

Fig 3: Identifying Incorrect Crimping Method (1 Of 2)

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If necessary, repeat crimping with a new contact.

Incorrect crimping:

Conductor end (10) not visible.

Insulation end (11) not visible.

Fig 4: Identifying Incorrect Crimping Method (2 Of 2)

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If necessary, repeat crimping with a new contact.

For further handling instructions, refer to operating instructions for repair range IV for vehicle electrical system 61 9 020.