GMC Chevrolet Camaro 1998 Service Manual page 545

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3. Select the proper size and type of wire.
• The wire must be of equal or greater size than
the original (except fusible link).
• The wire's insulation must have the same or
higher temperature rating.
- Use general purpose insulation for areas
that are not subject to high temperatures.
- Use a cross-linked polyethylene insulated
wire for areas where high temperatures
are expected.
Important: Use Cross-linked polyethylene wire to
replace PVC, but do not replace cross-linked
polyethylene with PVC.
Cross-linked polyethylene wire is not fuel resistant. Do
not use to replace wire where there is the possibility
of fuel contact.
4. Strip the insulation.
• Select the correct size opening in the wire
stripper or work down from the largest size.
• Strip approximately 7.5 mm (5/16 inches) of
insulation from each wire to be spliced.
5. Select the proper clip to secure the splice. Follow
the instructions in the J 38125-B Terminal Repair
Kit in order to determine the proper clip size
crimp tool and anvil.
6. Overlap the two stripped wire ends and hold them
between thumb and forefinger.
7. Center the splice clip (2) over the stripped
wires (1) and hold the clip in place.
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• Ensure that the wires extend beyond the clip in
each direction.
• Ensure that no insulation is caught under
the clip.
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8. Center the crimp tool over the splice clip
and wires.
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9. Apply steady pressure until the crimp tool closes.
Ensure that no strands of wire are cut.
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10. Crimp the splice on each end (2).