Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Side View Of Tyco/AMP Connector

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Side view of connector.

Fig 2: Top View Of Tyco/AMP Connector

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View of top of connector.

Locate the assist lever and lock on the top of the connector.

Fig 3: Depressing Lock & Pulling Assist Lever

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While depressing the lock, pull the lever over and past the lock.

Fig 4: View Of Component Connector

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Disconnect the connector from the component.

Fig 5: Releasing Locking Tabs

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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 6: View Of Inner Connector & Connector Housing

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Once the locking tabs are unlocked, slide the inner connector out of the rear of the connector housing.

Fig 7: Using J 38125-12A (GM P/N 12094429) Tool To Release Terminals

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Use the J 38125-12A (GM P/N 12094429) tool to release the terminals by pressing on the tang. See the release tool cross reference in the Reference Guide of theJ-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.