Hi, I need to check terminal connection of my idle control valve. However, it is extremely difficult to pull out the harness connector cable. It is locked to the male side. I tried to push the small plastic lever to release the female end but I could not. I feel I almost broke the plastic lever because of too much power. Is there any way that I can remove the female end easily? Thanks!! I am in middle of fixing it.Need quick answer!!!Thousands of thanks!!!
Find a similar connector on the car and take a look at that to see why this one is being so difficult. Sometimes is helps to push first which you are trying to operate the latch, then pull to remove. Latches like this also sometimes are best manipulated with a small screwdriver, nail hammered flat, etc. Also consider not taking it off. You can check electrical conditions by inserting a pin as a probe into the back side of the connector, or even by piercing the wire. Or consider breaking the plastic and just putting tape over it when done. Another trick is to clamp a vise grips pliers on one male side, and they you can pry off that against the edge of the female side. Although clamping too hard risks breaking the plastic anyway.
