Terminal Removal Procedure

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Follow the steps below in order to repair push to seat connectors.

Remove the terminal position assurance (TPA) device, the connector position assurance (CPA) device, and/or the secondary lock.

Fig 1: Connector Halves

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Separate the connector halves (1).

Fig 2: Removal Tool And Terminal

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Use the proper pick or removal tool (1) in order to release the terminal.
Gently pull the cable and the terminal (2) out of the back of the connector.

Fig 3: Reforming Locking Device

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Re-form the locking device if you are going to reuse the terminal (1).
Repair the terminal by following the Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminated Lead Repair) , Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminal Repair) procedure.
Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.