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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB20099-7X 5.3IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKWIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - SERVICE & TROUBLESHOOTINGTYCO/AMP CONNECTORS (102-WAY INLINE)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2009 Saab 9-7X 5.3i

Removal Procedure

2009 Saab 9-7X 5.3iSECTION Removal Procedure

View of a typical connector in the assembled position.

Fig 1: View Of Typical Connector In Assembled Position

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Pull the locking lever to the 90 degree position from the connector body.

Fig 2: View Of Locking Lever At 90 Degrees From Connector Body
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With the locking lever in the 90 degree position and the male connector body separated, it can be slid outward for removal.

Fig 3: Locking Lever In 90 Degree Position And Male Connector Body Separated
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Slide the male connector body out away from the guide plates.

Fig 4: Sliding Male Connector Body Away From Guide Plates
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Using terminal release tool J-38125-11A or equivalent, remove the TPA from the connector body.
NOTE: During assembly the TPA will not fully seat if any terminal is not fully seated.

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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.