Terminal Removal

If the terminal is visibly damaged or is suspected of having a faulty connection, the terminal should be replaced. Follow the steps below in order to repair pull-to-seat connectors:

Fig 1: Inserting Proper Pick Or Removal Tool Into Front Of Connector Body

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1. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) device and/or the secondary lock.
2. Disconnect the connector from the component or separate the connectors for in-line connectors.
3. Remove the terminal position assurance (TPA) device.
4. Insert the proper pick or removal tool into the front of the connector body.
   NOTE: On connectors with more than one terminal the service loop may not be large enough to remove the terminal and crimp on a new one. If the terminal wire does not have a large enough service loop for removal, cut the wire 5 cm (2 in) behind the connector before removal.
5. Grasp the wire at the back of the connector body and gently push the terminal out the front of the connector body.