Removal Procedure

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While depressing the lock, pull the two connector halves apart.

Fig 1: Pulling Two Connector Halves Apart
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Use a small flat-blade tool to very carefully push the terminal position assurance (TPA) towards the face of the connector on both sides of the connector.
IMPORTANT: The TPA is fragile and may break if not done carefully.

Fig 2: View Of Male Connector Half & Female Terminals
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View of the male half of the connector with female terminals.

Fig 3: View Of Female Half Of Connector With Male Terminals
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View of the female half of the connector with male terminals.
Use the J 38125-215 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 .

Fig 4: Using Removal Tool On Female Half Of Connector
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View of the female half of the connector with male terminals.

Fig 5: Using Removal Tool On Male Half Of Connector
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View of the male half of the connector with female terminals.
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.