Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 CSECTION Removal Procedure
Fig 1: Side View Of Tyco/AMP Connector
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Side view of connector.

Fig 2: Top View Of Tyco/AMP Connector
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View of top of connector.

  1. Locate the assist lever and lock on the top of the connector.
  2. Fig 3: Depressing Lock & Pulling Assist Lever
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  3. While depressing the lock, pull the lever over and past the lock.
  4. Fig 4: View Of Component Connector
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  5. Disconnect the connector from the component.
  6. Fig 5: Identifying Locking Tabs
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  7. Locate the dress cover locking tabs at the rear of the connector. Use a small flat-blade tool to release the locking tabs. Repeat this procedure for the other locking tab.
  8. Fig 6: View Of Inner Connector & Connector Housing
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  9. Once the locking tabs are unlocked, slide the inner connector out of the rear of the connector housing.
  10. Fig 7: View Of Terminal Release Tool
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  11. Use the J 38125-12A (GM P/N 12094429) tool to release the terminals by pressing on the tang. See the release tool cross reference in the Reference Guide of the J-38125Β  to ensure that the correct release tool is used. See Special Tools .
  12. 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.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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