Repairing Connector Terminals
| Repairing Connector Terminals |
Special Tools
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EL-38215-10
Splice Sleeve Crimping Tool
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EL-35616-D
Terminal Test Probe Kit
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J 38125-5
Ultra Torch
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Terminal Release Tool Kit
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For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
| Making a Repair with a Terminated Lead or Connector Assembly |
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If using a terminated lead, remove the terminal to be replaced with the appropriate terminal release tool. Refer to the Terminal Release Tool Kit.
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Cut and strip the wire insulation away from the terminal leaving enough wire length to reassemble the harness and connector without causing binding or a pinch condition.
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Crimp the splice sleeve to the terminated lead or connector assembly to the harness wire using the
EL-38215-10
tool. Refer to
Splicing Copper Wire Using Splice Sleeves
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Use the
J 38125-5
torch to seal the splice.
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Repeat steps 2-4 if a connector assembly is being used to repair the vehicle.
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Reassemble the connector and harness.
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Verify the repair.
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