LW2 V6-3.0L VIN R (2000)
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If damage or protrusion of wiring conduit is evident, continue to step 2.
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If damage or protrusion of wiring conduit is not evident, refer to appropriate DTC information or other diagnostic charts in the
Engine/Emissions Controls section of the 2000 L-Series (L81) Service Manual.
2.
Disconnect negative battery cable.
3.
Disconnect BLK 64-way connector J1 from ECM.
4.
Remove tape from conduit and suspected area of wiring harness chafe.
5.
Cut damaged wire at location of chafe.
6.
Remove insulation from both ends of cut wire, recommended wire strip length is 9.5 mm (3/8 in). Caution must be used when stripping wire to
prevent cutting wire strands. Locate new splice a minimum of 40 mm (1.5 in.) from other splices.
IMPORTANT:
With wiring used in Saturn vehicles, it is recommended that approved Packard Crimp and Seal Splice Sleeves (or equivalent) be used.
7.
Using a Saturn approved crimp and seal sleeve (found in special tools kit SA9138Z) position stripped ends of wires in sleeve until wires hit stop.
8.
Hand crimp sleeve using appropriate crimping tool. Gently tug on wires to ensure they are secure before applying heat to seal sleeve.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE A MATCH OR OPEN FLAME TO APPLY HEAT TO SPLICE SLEEVE.
9.
Apply heat using Ultratorch(R) or equivalent device, heating to 175° C (347° F) until glue flows around edges of sleeve.
10.
Check repaired wire continuity and verify proper repair.
11.
Tape wiring harness with electrical tape prior to installing it into conduit to prevent the possibility of future chafing.
