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Special Tools

J-38125 Terminal Repair Kit

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 J 38125-556 tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. For the smaller terminals insert the J 38125-560 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.

  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.

Repair Procedure

Use the appropriate terminal and follow the instructions in the J-38125 .

Location of the terminal in the repair tray and the proper crimp tool can be found in the appropriate connector end view.