Terminal Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the connector from the component.

Fig 1: Inserting Special Tool Into Lower Right Face Cavity

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Insert the J 38125-11A (GM P/N 12094430) tool into the cavity on the lower right hand face of the connector until the terminal release tang access panel slides over.

Fig 2: Pushing Wire Side Of Terminal Toward Connector

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Ensure that the terminal release tang access panel is in the correct location to access the terminals.
Push the wire side of the terminal that is being removed toward the connector and hold it in position.

Fig 3: Inserting Tool Into Terminal Release Tang Access Slot (Sensor)

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Insert the J 38125-11A (GM P/N 12094430) into the terminal release tang access slot located behind the access panel of the connector and press down on the terminal while carefully pulling the terminal out of the connector. Always remember never use force when pulling a terminal out of a connector. If the terminal is difficult to remove, repeat the entire procedure.