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Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions > < Probing Electrical Connectors

Using Connector Test Adapters

Special Tools

•  EL-35616  Terminal Test Probe Kit
•  EL-38125-550  Terminal Release Tool Kit

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Caution: Do not insert test equipment probes (DMM etc.) into any connector or fuse block terminal. The diameter of the test probes will deform most terminals. A deformed terminal will cause a poor connection, which will result in a system failure. Always use the EL-38125-580 GM Approved Terminal Release Tool Kit in order to front probe terminals. Do not use paper clips or other substitutes to probe terminals. When using the EL-38125-580 GM Approved Terminal Release Tool Kit , ensure the terminal test adapter choice is the correct size for the connector terminal. Do not visually choose the terminal test adapter because some connector terminal cavities may appear larger than the actual terminal in the cavity. Using a larger terminal test adapter will damage the terminal. Refer to the EL-38125-580 GM Approved Terminal Release Tool Kit label on the inside of the EL-38125-580 GM Approved Terminal Release Tool Kit for the correct adapter along with the connector end view for terminal size.

Inducing Intermittent Fault Conditions > < Probing Electrical Connectors