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Originally Posted by gazzerr
You don't even have to wiggle if you use the screw driver method I talked about. Just be gentle. Try it on your test connector. It takes a millisecond ... anyway ... like you said back to the OP's original question.
I actually removed them all in situ prying out the spring clip and as Bob said I'm glad the large caliber weapon was not available. I learned the hard way when it comes to these plugs.
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Originally Posted by boyt911sc
Gary,
Since you could remove this plug in milliseconds, I will give you an opportunity to demonstrate your technique. Try to remove the plugs for the AFS, FV, and CSV with the engine installed using your special tool. And I will give you 10 mins. to remove them. You could not even see these plugs with the engine in place. How could you even pry these tiny springs off?
These plugs were built and designed as push/pull plugs as a quick disconnect connectors. Keep us entertain. Thanks.
Tony
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OK to settle this ... just tested both techniques on the spare.
Gazzerr,
The screwdriver method works like a charm, quick and yes millisecond indeed, a simple twist and the connector literally pops off. Tony's wiggling works too but takes a second or two. In addition, I like that the lever force is applied on the strongest side of the connector (see second pic) so yes, this lessens the possibility of these 30yr plastic pieces snapping off with all the wiggling, a little impatience and brute force.
Not in situ, of course.
Fun stuff, this forum is amazing, where no dog is too old to learn new tricks, right BK ?
