Wire Break With Single Repair Point

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Repair Point with Single Crimp Connection

Fig 1: Identifying Single Crimp Connection

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-- To repair, free up the designated wire (approximately 20 cm to both sides of repair point).

-- If required, remove the wiring harness wrapping using a switchblade.

-- Cut out the damaged section of wire using the : VAS1978/3 .

Fig 2: Cutting Wire

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NOTE:

If, by cutting out the damaged wire section, both ends of the vehicle-specific single wire are too short for a repair using a single crimp connector, insert a repair wire section of matching length with two crimp connectors. Refer to WIRE BREAK WITH DUAL REPAIR POINT .

-- Strip the wire ends 6 to 7 mm using the : VAS1978/3 .

Fig 3: Identifying Stripping Pliers To Strip Wiring Insulation

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-- Slide the crimp connector onto both stripped wire ends of the vehicle-specific single wire and crimp them using the : VAS1978/1A .

Fig 4: Crimping A Single Break Point

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NOTE:

Always be sure to use the correct crimping slot for the crimping connection used.

Do not crimp wire insulation.

After crimping, the crimp connectors must be heat-shrunk using the : VAS1978/14A to prevent moisture penetration.

-- Place the : VAS1978/15A on the : VAS1978/14A .

-- Heat the crimp connector using the : VAS1978/14A lengthwise from the center outward until it is sealed completely and the adhesive comes out at the ends.

Fig 5: Heating Crimp Connection Using Hot Air Gun

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CAUTION:

When heat-shrinking crimp connections, be careful not to damage any other wiring, plastic parts or insulating material with the hot nozzle of the : VAS1978/14A .

Always follow the : VAS1978/14A Operating Instructions!

NOTE:

Make sure that crimp connections do not lie directly next to each other when several wires need to be repaired. Arrange the crimp connectors at a slight offset so that the circumference of the wiring harness does not become too large.

Fig 6: Identifying Offset Positions Of Crimped Connections

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In the event the repair point was previous taped, this point must be taped anew with yellow insulating tape after repairs.

Secure the repaired wiring harness with a cable tie to prevent flapping noises while driving.