Transaxle Electrical Connector
The transaxle electrical connector is a very important part of the transaxle operating system. Any interference with the electrical connection can cause the transaxle to set DTCs or affect proper operation
To remove the connector, squeeze the two tabs toward each other and pull straight up, as shown in the illustration.
The following items can affect the electrical connections:
- Bent pins in the connector from rough handling during connection and disconnection
- Wires backing away from the pins or coming unclamped, in either internal or external wiring harnesses
- Dirt contamination entering the connector when disconnected
- Pins in the internal wiring connector backing out of the connector or being pushed out during reconnection
- Excessive transaxle fluid leaking into the connector, backing up into the external wiring harness and degrading the wire insulation
- Water or moisture intrusion in the connector
- Low pin retention in the external connector from excessive connection and disconnection of the wiring connector assembly
- Pin corrosion from contamination
- A broken or cracked connector assembly
Remember the following points when working with the transaxle wiring connector assembly:
- Remove the connector carefully without twisting or wiggling the connector. Bent pins can occur.
- Do NOT pry the connector off with a screwdriver or other tool.
- When reinstalling the external wiring connector, orient the pins by lining up the arrows on each half of the connector.
- Push the connector straight down into the transaxle without twisting or angling the mating parts.
- The connector should click into place with a positive feel or noise.