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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

Follow the steps below in order to remove terminals from the connector.


    Object Number: 1709268  Size: SH
  1. Slide the lever lock forward while pressing down on the lever lock release tab.
  2. The release tab is located on the top of the wiredress cover.

  3. Object Number: 1709269  Size: SH
  4. View of connector in released position.
  5. Disconnect the connector from the component.
  6. Locate the dress cover locking tabs at the corners of the dress cover. Use a small flat-blade tool to release the locking tabs and remove the dress cover.

  7. Object Number: 1709270  Size: SH
  8. Use a small flat-blade tool to slide the terminal position assurance (TPA) up one notch on both ends of the connector. The TPA is located underneath the wire dress cover.

  9. Object Number: 1709271  Size: SH
  10. For the larger terminals insert the EL-38125-556 tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. For the smaller terminals insert the EL-38125-560 tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity.

  11. Object Number: 1709272  Size: SH
  12. 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.

Terminated Lead Repair

  1. Remove the terminal.
  2. Find the appropriate terminated lead.
  3. Use the appropriate splice sleeves depending on the gage size.
  4. Refer to Splicing Copper Wire Using Splice Sleeves.