Wire Terminals
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S) REQUIREDDescription Tool Number
Wire Fitting Crimping Tool T67S-17018-A.
To remove an individual wire from its connector, use the following procedure:
1. Remove the connectors from the dash instrument panel and/or the fuse junction panel.
2. Release the retaining tang from the wire terminal with a narrow screwdriver and pull the wire and terminal out of the connector.
3. If necessary, remove damaged terminal by cutting from wire.
4. Install new terminal to wire using instructions furnished with Rotunda Wire Fitting Crimping Tool T67S-17018-A.
5. To install, push the terminal into the connector until the retaining tang snaps into the locking hole in the terminal.
A new waterproof butt splice connector has been released that should be used on all service to wiring located in the engine compartment.
The duraseal heat-shrinkable nylon splice provides a long-lasting splice that can withstand water, salt, condensation, corrosion and heat, all of which cause problems for conventional unsealed splices.
The inner wall of the splice connector is lined with a special adhesive that melts as the splice is heated and flows under pressure from the tubing, filling voids and sealing the splice.
The duraseal splice can be easily installed using a standard pre-insulated crimp tool and a heat gun. They are also color coded for easy identification of gauge sizes, yet are transparent for visual inspection of the finished splice. Refer to the illustration for installation instructions.