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Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Connector
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View of typical connector.

Fig 2: Identifying Assist Lever At Back Of Connector
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View of connector in released position.

  1. Locate the assist lever at the back of the connector. Move the assist lever to the rear position.
  2. Disconnect the connector from the component.
    Fig 3: Inserting Small Flat-Blade Tool Between Dress Cover
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  3. Use a small flat-blade tool to remove the dress cover.
    Fig 4: Sliding Dress Cover Forward
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  4. Slide the dress cover forward and off of the connector.
    Fig 5: Identifying Terminal Positive Assurance (TPA) Connector
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  5. The terminal positive assurance (TPA) is located in the front and rear of the connector.
    Fig 6: Pushing Rear TPA From Connector With Small Flat-Blade
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  6. Use a small flat-blade tool to remove the rear TPA from the connector.
    NOTE: The front TPA cannot be removed from the connector. Only move it to the release point.
  7. Use a small flat-blade tool to move the front TPA to the release position.
    Fig 7: Inserting Tool Into Terminal Release Cavity
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  8. Use the J 38125-213 or the J 38125-560 (GM P/N 15314260) 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.
  9. 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.