Tracker 4x4 L4-1.6L VIN 6 (1995)
earlier. Remember to stagger splices to avoid shorts.
Fig. 17 The Re-assembled Cable
4. Re-Assemble the Cable - after you have spliced and taped each wire. Rewrap the conductors with the mylar tape. Be careful to avoid wrapping
the drain wire in the tape. Next, splice the drain wire following the splicing instructions for copper wire. Then, wrap the drain wire around the
conductors and mylar tape.
Fig. 18 Proper Taping
5. Tape the Cable - completely, using a winding motion. This tape will replace the section of the jacket you removed to make the repair.
Weather Pack Connectors
Fig. 21 Typical Weather Pack Connector and Terminal
PROCEDURE
1
Separate the connector halves.
2. Open secondary lock. A secondary lock aids in terminal retention and is usually molded to the connector.
3. Grasp the lead and push the terminal to the forward most position. Hold the lead at this position.
4. Insert the Weather Pack terminal removal tool into the front (mating end) of the connector cavity until it rests on the cavity shoulder.
5. Gently pull on the lead to remove the terminal through the back of the connector.
NOTE: Never use force to remove a terminal from a connector.
6. Inspect the terminal and connector for damage. Repair as necessary.
7. Reform the lock tang and reseat terminal in connector body.
8. Close secondary locks and join connector halves.
