Kostel Connectors

KOSTEL CONNECTORS

TOOLS REQUIRED
J-38125 Terminal Repair Kit

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




View of typical connector.




View of connector in released position.
1. Locate the assist lever at the back of the connector. Move the assist lever to the rear position.
2. Disconnect the connector from the component.




3. Use a small flat-blade tool to remove the dress cover.




4. Slide the dress cover forward and off of the connector.




5. The terminal positive assurance (TPA) is located in the front and rear of the connector.




6. Use a small flat-blade tool to remove the rear TPA from the connector.

7. IMPORTANT: The front TPA cannot be removed from the connector. Only move it to the release point.

Use a small flat-blade tool to move the front TPA to the release position.




8. Use the J 38125-213 or the J 38125-560 (GM P/N 15314260) tool to release the terminals by inserting the tool into the terminal release cavity. See the release tool cross reference in the Reference Guide of the J-38125 to ensure that the correct release tool is used.
9. While holding the removal tool in place, gently pull the wire out of the back of the connector. Always remember never use force when pulling a terminal out of a connector.

REPAIR PROCEDURE
Use the appropriate terminal and follow the instructions in the J-38125.

Location of the terminal in the repair tray and the proper crimp tool can be found in the appropriate connector end view.