Push to Seat and Pull to Seat Connector Repair

Follow the steps below to repair Push to Seat or Pull to Seat connectors. The steps are illustrated with typical connectors. Your connector may differ, but the repair steps are similar. Some connectors do not require all the steps shown. Skip those that don't apply.

NOTE: The Terminal Position Assurance (TPA) must be removed prior to terminal removal and must be replaced when the terminal is repaired and reseated.

Step 1:
Remove any Connector Position Assurance (CPA) Locks. CPAs are designed to retain connectors when mated.

Step 2:
Remove any TPA Locks. TPAs are designed to keep the terminal from backing out of the connector.

Step 3:
Open any secondary locks. A secondary lock aids in terminal retention and is usually molded to the connector.

Step 4:
Separate the connector halves and back out seals.

Step 5:
Grasp the lead and push the terminal to the forward most position. Hold the lead at this position.

Step 6:
Locate the terminal lock tang in the connector canal.

Step 7:
Insert the proper size pick (refer to J 38125-A Terminal Repair Kit) straight into the connector canal at the mating end of the connector.

Step 8:
Depress the locking tang to unseat the terminal.
- Push to Seat - Gently pull on the lead to remove the terminal through the back of the connector.
- Pull to Seat - Gently push on the lead to remove the terminal through the front of the connector.

NOTE: Never use force to remove a terminal from a connector.

Step 9:
Inspect terminal and connector for damage. Repair as necessary.

Step 10:
Reform lock tang and reseat terminal in connector body. Apply grease if connector was originally equipped with grease.

Step 11:
Install any CPAs or TPAs, close any secondary locks and join connector halves.