Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Bosch Connectors

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Locate the assist lever on the top of the connector. Move the assist lever to the forward position.

Fig 2: Identifying Assist Lever In Forward Position
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Disconnect the connector from the component.

Fig 3: View Of Releasing Locking Tabs

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Locate the dress cover locking tabs at the corners of the connector. Use a small flat-bladed tool to release the locking tabs and remove the dress cover.

Fig 4: View Of Terminal Positive Assurance (TPA) Connector

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The terminal positive assurance (TPA) is located in the front of the connector.

Fig 5: View Of Removing TPA From Connector

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Use a small flat-blade tool to remove TPA from the connector.

Fig 6: View Of Special Tools And Terminals

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Use the J 38125-213 or the J 38125-556 tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. See the release tool cross reference in the Reference Guide of the J-38125 to ensure that the correct release tool is used.
While holding the removal tool in place, gently pull the wire out of the back of the connector. Always remember never use force when pulling a terminal out of a connector.