Bent or damaged terminal (Wiring diagrams)

Bent or damaged terminal

Symptom

No continuity between terminal and component, intermittent or no contact.

Cause

The terminal is damaged so that it will either not fit into the housing or cannot be mated to the matching part.

Action

Repair or replace terminal and ensure correct retention in terminal housing. When replacing a terminal be careful not to make the wire too short, if necessary add a length of wire and join using a "Duraseal" heatshrink connector. See Repair Techniques.

Corroded or wet terminal

Symptom

No continuity between terminal and component, intermittent or no contact.

Water ingress in terminal

Cause

Connector waterproofing missing, connector subjected to water ingress.

Action

Replace corroded terminal(s), treat with a recommended wiring connector grease. reposition connector if possible to prevent any further water ingress.

NOTE: Incorrect grease type will make the connection worse, under no circumstances use silicone oil or grease as this is a perfect insulator.