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junk yard sensor connectors. how do i pull out wires, pics

Old Mar 12, 2009 | 09:10 AM
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junk yard sensor connectors. how do i pull out wires, pics

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how do I pop these out so I can put new connectors and wires on? Almost looks like id had to cut the top 1/8" off in pic 2 to get my pliers in there to pull them out...
Old Mar 12, 2009 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by maximaman1313
here are pics


how do I pop these out so I can put new connectors and wires on? Almost looks like id had to cut the top 1/8" off in pic 2 to get my pliers in there to pull them out...
pretty sure you have to reach in from the front side with a very very fine flathead screwdriver, or a sewing needle. there is a tab somewere in there that you have to dig underneath to get at them. the whole time you should be pulling on the back of the wires gently, tho you may need to push them forward first to get under the tab, then start pulling bac. i've never specifically done that type of connector.
Old Mar 12, 2009 | 09:43 PM
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i cant seem to get them wiggled out. Im going to get the dremel out tomorrow and try cutting small squares on each side so i can get pliers in there and yank them out. hopefully they sell connectors small enough so i can replace these. Something tells me they don't sell connectors exactly like the ones in the harness and ill have to make something work. if it works out better than im thinking it will, ill try to post some pics. Im guessing by the lack of response, not many have attempted to repair these types of connectors. if anyone has and can help me out, that would be much appreciated. thanks
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i cant seem to get them wiggled out. Im going to get the dremel out tomorrow and try cutting small squares on each side so i can get pliers in there and yank them out. hopefully they sell connectors small enough so i can replace these. Something tells me they don't sell connectors exactly like the ones in the harness and ill have to make something work. if it works out better than im thinking it will, ill try to post some pics. Im guessing by the lack of response, not many have attempted to repair these types of connectors. if anyone has and can help me out, that would be much appreciated. thanks
autozone might sell pigtails you can solder on. i know they sell the one for the coolant temp sensor. or at least i'm pretty darn sure they are.
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