Typical wiring connector faults (Wiring diagrams)

Typical wiring connector faults

Crimped over insulation

Symptom

No continuity between the terminal and wire.

Wire insulation under crimp

Cause

The terminal does not make proper contact with the wire because the crimp is over the insulation.

Action

Replace wiring 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.

Backed out of connector

Symptom

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

Terminal not properly latched in housing

Cause

Terminal keeper (barb) not properly latched in the housing.

Action

Try pushing the pin in, then pull back lightly to see if the pin comes out. Carefully bend keeper (barb) on terminal to allow secure retention, or replace terminal if damaged.