K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-379 6.2L DSL VIN C FI (1989)
are using.
Step 6: Tape the Splice
Fig. 11 Proper First Taping
Fig. 12 Proper Second Taping
Center and roll the splicing tape. The tape should cover the entire splice. Roll on enough tape to duplicate the thickness of the insulation on the
existing wires. Do not flag the tape. Flagged tape may not provide enough insulation, and the nagged ends will tangle with the other wires in the
harness, Fig. 11.
If the wire does not belong in a conduit or other harness covering, tape the wire again. Use a winding motion to cover the first piece of tape, Fig.
12.
Splicing Copper Wire Using Crimp and Seal Splice Sleeves
DESCRIPTION
Crimp and Seal splice sleeves may be used on all types of insulation except tefzel and coaxial to form a one to one splice. They are to be used
where there are special requirements such as moisture scaling. (Crimp and Seal splice sleeves are included in the GM J 38125-A Terminal Repair
Kit.)
Step 1: Open the Harness
If the harness is taped, remove the tape. To avoid wire insulation damage, use a sewing "seam ripper" to cut open the harness (available from
sewing supply stores). The Crimp and Seal splice sleeves may be used on all types of insulation except tefzel and coaxial and may only be used to
form a one to one splice.
Step 2: Cut the Wire
Begin by cutting as little wire off the harness as possible. You may need the extra length of wire later if you decide to cut more wire to change the
location of a splice. You may have to adjust splice locations to make certain that each splice is at least 40 mm (1.5 in.) away from other splices,
harness branches or connectors. This will help prevent moisture from bridging adjacent splices and causing damage.
