LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Chevrolet >> 2001 >> Cavalier LS, 2.2 4 >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 138 (Wiring Systems (General Information)) >> Diagnostic Information & Procedures >> Weather Pack Connectors

Weather Pack Connectors

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The following is the proper procedure for the repair of Weather Pack(R) Connectors.

  1. Separate the connector halves (1).
    Fig 1: Separating Connector Halves
    G01781540Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Open the secondary lock. A secondary lock aids in terminal retention and is usually molded to the connector (1).
  3. Grasp the wire and push the terminal to the forward most position. Hold the wire in this position.
  4. Insert the Weather Pack(R) terminal removal tool into the front (mating end) of the connector cavity until it rests on the cavity shoulder (1).
    Fig 2: Using Weather Pack(R) Terminal Removal Tool
    G01781541Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Gently pull on the wire to remove the terminal through the back of the connector (2).

    Important:  Never use force to remove a terminal from a connector.

  6. Inspect the terminal and connector for damage. Repair as necessary. Refer to Repairing Connector Terminals  .
  7. Reform the lock tang (2) and reset terminal in connector body.
  8. Close secondary locks and join connector halves.
  9. Verify that circuit is complete and working satisfactorily.
  10. Perform system check.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals