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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009IMPALA V6-3.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMDIAGRAMSDIAGNOSTIC AIDSGENERAL ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESCONNECTOR REPAIRSTYCO/AMP CONNECTORS (SEAT)
2009 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.9L
Tyco/AMP Connectors (Seat)
2009 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.9LSECTION Tyco/AMP Connectors (Seat)
Tyco/AMP Connectors (Seat)
Special Tools
J-38125 Terminal Repair Kit
Removal Procedure
1. Grasp the locking slide lever and pull outward from the end of the connector.
2. As the slide lever is pulled out the mating connector is lifted from the seated position.
3. Using terminal release tool 12094430 or equivalent, push the TPA tabs into the connector body.
4. Pull the TPA from the connector body.
Note: TPA is keyed and can only be inserted in one direction.
5. Using terminal release tool 12094430 or equivalent, release the connector wire dress cover locking tab.
6. With the lock tab released, lift the connector wire dress cover from the connector body.
7. Using terminal release tool J-38125-212, press the prongs into the holes each side of the terminal to be removed to release the lock tabs and pull the terminal out of the connector body.
8. Using terminal release tool J-38125-560, press the prongs into the holes on each side of the terminal to be removed to release the lock tabs and pull the terminal out of the connector body.
9. Using terminal release tool J-38125-556, press the prongs into the holes on each side of the terminal to be removed to release the lock tabs and pull the terminal out of the connector body.
Terminal Repair Procedure
Use the appropriate terminal and crimper in the J-38125 in order to replace the terminal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.