Probing Electrical Connectors

FRONTPROBE

IMPORTANT:
^ When reconnecting connectors or replacing terminals always be sure to reinstall the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) and Terminal Position Assurance (TPA).

^ After frontprobing any connector, check for terminal damage. It terminal damage is suspected, check for proper terminal contact.

When frontprobing connectors use a mating terminal adapter from the J 35616-A Connector Test Adapter Kit. Using the proper adapters ensures that proper terminal contact integrity is maintained.

Frontprobe connector terminals only when specifically required in diagnostic procedures. Because frontprobing can be a source of damage to connector terminals. Use extra care in order to avoid deforming the terminal, either by forcing the test probe too far into the cavity or by using too large of a test probe.

BACKPROBE

IMPORTANT:
^ Do not backprobe a sealed connector.
^ After backprobing any connector, check for terminal damage. If terminal damage is suspected, check for proper terminal contact.