Terminal Removal Procedure

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: View Of Connector Halves

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3. Use the proper pick or removal tool (1) in order to release the terminal.
   Fig 2: Identifying Removal Tool & 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: Identifying Locking Device

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6. Repair the terminal by following the Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminated Lead Repair)  and Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminal Repair)  procedure.
7. Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.