Terminal Removal

Follow the steps below in order to repair push to seat connectors.

1. Remove the terminal position assurance (TPA) device, the connector position assurance (CPA) device, and/or the secondary lock.
2. Separate the connector halves (1).
   Fig 1: Identifying Connector Halve

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3. Use the proper pick or removal tool (1) in order to release the terminal.
   Fig 2: Releasing Connector Terminal

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4. Gently pull the cable and the terminal (2) out of the back of the connector.
5. Re-form the locking device if you are going to reuse the terminal (1).
   Fig 3: Re-Forming Locking Device

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6. To repair the terminal, refer to Terminal Repair .