Terminal Removal Procedure
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- Locate the assist lever on the top of the connector. Move the assist lever to the forward position.
- Disconnect the connector from the component.
Locate the dress cover locking tabs at the corners of the connector. Use a small flat-blade tool to release the locking tabs and remove the dress cover.
The terminal positive assurance (TPA) is located in the front of the connector.
Use a small flat-blade tool to remove TPA from the connector.
Use the J-38125-213 or the J-38125-556 tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity.
- 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.
- Repair the terminal by following the Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminated Lead Repair) procedure.
- Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.
- Reconnect the connector bodies.
NOTE:
Ensure that the dress cover and connector body are both in the released position before reassembling. Failure to do so may cause damage to the connector and component.