Removal Procedure

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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.

Fig 1: Identifying Release Tab
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The release tab is located on the top of the wiredress cover.

Fig 2: View Of Connector In Released Position
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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.

Fig 3: Sliding Terminal Position Assurance (TPA) Up One Notch
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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.

Fig 4: Releasing Terminals
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For the larger terminals insert the J 38125-556 (GM P/N 12093647) tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. For the smaller terminals insert 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. See Special Tools .

Fig 5: Holding Removal Tool In Place, Gently Pull Wire Out Of Back Of Connector

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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.