Avalanche 4WD V8-5.3L (2011)
Terminal Removal
Terminal Removal
Special Tools
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EL-38125-550 - Terminal Release Tool Kit
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EL-35616 - Terminal Test Probe Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools See: Power and Ground Distribution/Tools and Equipment.
Note: All repairs near the engine manifold, turbo engine and all exhaust pipes should follow the High Temperature Wiring Repair procedures.
1. Find the appropriate connector end view within the connector end view section. The connector end view has the following information:
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Diagnostic probe tool
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Terminal release tool
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Terminal/terminated lead part numbers
Note: Not using the proper test kit probe may cause damage to the terminal(s) that are probed.
2. Determine if a terminal is damaged.
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Locate the diagnostic probe tool from the connector end view. The connector end view describes the color and part number to help the
technician find and use the correct tool.
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Connect the probe tool to the Digital Multimeter.
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Insert the probe tool into the cavity and follow the procedures from theTroubleshooting with a Digital Multimeter See: Testing and
Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics/Circuit Testing/Troubleshooting with a Digital Multimeter.
3. Disconnect the connector body to perform the repair.
4. Use the following procedure to remove the terminal from the connector body.
Note: Several procedures for specific connector bodies are called out in the Wiring Repairs section.
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The terminal position assurance (TPA) and connector position assurance (CPA) should be removed before releasing the terminal for the
connector body.
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Look at the connector end view to locate the cavity of the damaged terminal and find the proper terminal release tool from the terminal release
tool kit.
Note: Using the incorrect terminal release tool can damage the connector body.
Note: Some terminals have a lever that must be disengaged before the terminal can be released.
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Insert the terminal release tool into the cavity.
