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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2011CHEVY EXPRESS G1500, VAN CARGO, 4.3 XREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKWIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - DTC DIAGNOSTICS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND CONNECTOR REPAIRDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESYAZAKI CONNECTORS (2-WAY)TERMINAL REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2011 Chevrolet Chevy Express G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 X

Terminal Removal Procedure

2011 Chevrolet Chevy Express G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 XSECTION Terminal Removal Procedure

Disconnect the connector from the component.

Fig 1: Prying Up Terminal Position Assurance

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Insert a small flat-blade tool in the slot below the front loaded terminal position assurance (TPA) and pry up.
Remove the TPA by pulling it out of the connector.
Push the wire side of the terminal that is being removed toward the connector and hold it in position.

Fig 2: Inserting Tool Into Terminal Cavity (Yakazi)

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Insert the J-38125-553 on a slight upward angle into the cavity below the terminal to be removed. Ensure that the pointed on the end of the tool is facing the bottom of the terminal and it stays in contact with the terminal until it stops on the plastic terminal retainer.

Fig 3: Pulling Terminal Out Of Connector

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Gently pry the plastic terminal retainer down and carefully pull the terminal out of the connector. Always remember never use force when pulling a terminal out of a connector. If the terminal is difficult to remove, repeat the entire procedure.
Repair the terminal by following the Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminated Lead Repair) , Repairing Connector Terminals (Terminal Repair) procedure.
Insert the repaired terminal back into the cavity. Repeat the diagnostic procedure to verify the repair and reconnect the connector bodies.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.