Terminal Removal Procedure

Follow the steps below in order to remove terminals from the connector.

1. Locate the lever lock on the wire dress cover. Slide the lever lock away from the connector body.
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Locate the dress cover locking tabs on the connector then use a small flat-bladed tool release all of the locking tabs.
   NOTE:

   Not all connectors will have a dress cover.

4. Once the locks are unlocked, lift and rotate the dress cover off.
5. Release the TPA by inserting a small flat-bladed tool into the connector and gently slide the TPA up to the released position.
   NOTE:

   Always use care when removing a terminal position assurance (TPA) in order to avoid damaging it.

6. For the larger terminals insert the J-38125-557  tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. For the smaller terminals insert the J-38125-12A  tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity.
7. 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.
8. Repair the terminal by following the Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminated Lead Repair)  procedure.
9. Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity and fully seat the TPA. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.