Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Bosch Connectors

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Locate the assist lever on the top of the connector. Move the assist lever to the forward position.

Fig 2: Assist Lever
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Disconnect the connector from the component.

Fig 3: Releasing Locking Tabs To Remove Dress Cover

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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.

Fig 4: View Of Terminal Positive Assurance (TPA) Connector

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The terminal positive assurance (TPA) is located in the front of the connector.

Fig 5: Removing TPA From Connector

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Use a small flat-blade tool to remove TPA from the connector.

Fig 6: Releasing Terminals

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Use the J 38125-213 or the J 38125-556 (GM P/N 12093647) tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. See the release tool cross reference in the Reference Guide of the J-38125 to ensure that the correct release tool is used. See Special Tools .
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.