B–32 TERMINAL AND CONNECTOR REPAIR–TERMINAL REPLACEMENT Step 4. Install the terminal into the connector. HINT: (a) Make sure the terminal is positioned correctly. (b) Insert the terminal until the locking clip locks firmly. (c) Insert the terminal with terminal retainer in the temporary lock position, if equipped. Locking clip Special Tool NOTE: If reusing a terminal, check that the locking clip is still in good condition and in the proper position. (a) If it is on the terminal and not in the proper position, use the special tool to gently bend the locking clip back to the original shape. (b) Check that the other parts of the terminal are in their original shape. "Insulation Displacement Connector" Terminal Lance Special Tool NOTICE: Do not readjust or reuse the terminal lance of the insulation displacement connector type terminal. Always change the wire with the repair wire. "0.64 Type" Terminal Lance Special Tool NOTICE: As for 0.64 type terminal, do not adjust the terminal lance with the special tool. Splash Proof Type Connector NOTICE: ● Removal of the terminal from housing cavity will cause damage to rubber plug material (the wire seal), deteriorating waterproofing performance. Be sure to replace the housing with a new one. ● Check the withdrawn terminal for the following if trying to use it again. ● It is free of deformation and damage ● It is free of adherents such as rubber plug material (wire seal) ● Replace any deformed terminal. Wire Harness Repair Manual (RM1022E) 42