Terminal Removal Procedure

Side view of connector.

Fig 1: Side View Of Tyco/AMP Connector

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View of top of connector.

Fig 2: Top View Of Tyco/AMP Connector

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1. Locate the assist lever and lock on the top of the connector.
2. While depressing the lock, pull the lever over and past the lock.
   Fig 3: View Of Depressing Lock & Pulling Assist Lever

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3. Disconnect the connector from the component.
   Fig 4: View Of Component Connector

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4. Locate the dress cover locking tabs at the rear of the connector. Use a small flat-blade tool to release the locking tabs. Repeat this procedure for the other locking tab.
   Fig 5: Identifying Locking Tabs

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5. Once the locking tabs are unlocked, slide the inner connector out of the rear of the connector housing.
   Fig 6: Sliding Inner Connector Out Of Connector Housing

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6. Use the J-38125-12A  tool to release the terminals by pressing on the tang.
   Fig 7: Using Special Tool To Release Terminals

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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) Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminal Repair)  procedure.
9. Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.