FCI Connectors — Lever Lock
Special Tools
• | EL-38125-580 Terminal Release Tool Kit |
• | J-38125-556 Terminal Release Tool |
• | J-38125-560 Terminal Release Tool |
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
Terminal Removal Procedure
Follow the steps below in order to remove terminals from the connector.
- Slide the lever lock forward while pressing down on the lever lock release tab.
- The release tab is located on the top of the wiredress cover.
- View of connector in released position.
- Disconnect the connector from the component.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 the terminal by following the
Repairing Connector Terminals : Terminated Lead Repair procedure.
- Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.
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