Tired of breaking plastic connectors?

[fly300kts]

There is an App for that...well even better [:D], there is a tool for that and I found it !!!
Has happen to all of us, look at the pictures of engine bays in the Forum and count how many broken tabs

This tool slides in the two connectors slots, gentle pull and voila

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zps8a4faafc.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zps8a4faafc.jpg.html)

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zps4f571aa7.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zps4f571aa7.jpg.html)

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In case you are interested: Part Number: T40138
Available with our Friends at Europaparts: http://www.europaparts.com/connector-release-tool-t40138.html

To tell you a bit more about this guy, it was specially designed by Audi to release one connector on the A6 gearbox.
Tool is really long for original use, too long to be honest for engine connectors

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zps52d54adb.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zps52d54adb.jpg.html)

Cut the shaft

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zpse66f2690.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zpse66f2690.jpg.html)

New threads

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Screw knob back on..Done and here is your new best friend

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In action

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[xamp]

life saver...

[typeslone]

And now I have to walk into the shop and see if we have that tool in our cabinet.

[fly300kts]

And now I have to walk into the shop and see if we have that tool in our cabinet.

lol
Don't shoot the messenger

Phil

[PNW Avant]

Screwdriver always works for me with those clips, if my thumb doesn't work first. Pushing forward while depressing the tab is a good tip, too.

[CorneliusRox]

Screwdriver always works for me with those clips, if my thumb doesn't work first. Pushing forward while depressing the tab is a good tip, too.

x2!




So this didnt end up being for removing the injector clips?

[wildcat333]

what connector is in pic3? the black plastic.

[fly300kts]

Screwdriver always works for me with those clips, if my thumb doesn't work first. Pushing forward while depressing the tab is a good tip, too.

This method used to work for me too until.....It's not a matter of if but when!
Especially with age, these guys are becoming really brittle

Phil

[fly300kts]

what connector is in pic3? the black plastic.

This tool will work with all engine compartment connectors.
This specific one is for the cam position sensor. Broke the tab during the last carbon cleaning.
And many more as you can see on the picture: MAF, coils, etc
Will install all new once I replace the valve cover, timing belt and carbon cleaning

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zpse5a459d3.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zpse5a459d3.jpg.html)

Phil

[Hugh@EuropaParts]

hmmmm... those look very familiar! I can't wait to tell Audizine who the newest member of the europaparts team is... but that announcement will come when everything is official. [:D]


This tool will work with all engine compartment connectors.
This specific one is for the cam position sensor. Broke the tab during the last carbon cleaning.
And many more as you can see on the picture: MAF, coils, etc
Will install all new once I replace the valve cover, timing belt and carbon cleaning

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zpse5a459d3.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zpse5a459d3.jpg.html)

Phil

[papadelogan]

This tool will work with all engine compartment connectors.
This specific one is for the cam position sensor. Broke the tab during the last carbon cleaning.
And many more as you can see on the picture: MAF, coils, etc
Will install all new once I replace the valve cover, timing belt and carbon cleaning

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zpse5a459d3.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zpse5a459d3.jpg.html)


Phil


I've only busted one tab so far, but this pic got me to thinking that I should replace that plug/connector one of these days - is there a "standard" part# for a 3-pin or 4-pin connector?

[fly300kts]

I've only busted one tab so far, but this pic got me to thinking that I should replace that plug/connector one of these days - is there a "standard" part# for a 3-pin or 4-pin connector?

I can get you the exact PN you need if you tell me where is the broken one

Phil

[drumnjuny]

tool looks awesome i would love to have one but not for $22+shipping haha... not hating on EuropaParts they are the motherfucking shit, i just think its reasonably easy to push the two parts together and hit the tab, they pop out with ease thta way

[fly300kts]

tool looks awesome i would love to have one but not for $22+shipping haha... not hating on EuropaParts they are the motherfucking shit, i just think its reasonably easy to push the two parts together and hit the tab, they pop out with ease thta way

Sure....
Again, it's not "if you are going to break one" is "When I am going to break one"..

Phil

[typeslone]

Sure....
Again, it's not "if you are going to break one" is "When I am going to break one"..

Phil

I stock about 15 different part number connectors here at the dealer. The one that breaks, is always the one in spot where you can't fit your hand and the pin removal tool in.

[typeslone]

lol
Don't shoot the messenger

Phil

We don't have it, it doesn't look like it is a required basic tool for VW only dealers. Luckily I have authorization to order tools so yeah, I think I will order one haha.

[papadelogan]

I can get you the exact PN you need if you tell me where is the broken one

Phil

I forget the name of the device it attaches to, but here is a pic. It is slightly lower than the HPFP and a little forward of the HPFP as well.

http://i678.photobucket.com/albums/vv148/papadelogan/audi/B7A4_tech/broken_connector_zps53d06902.jpg

[fly300kts]

How many wires?

phil

[mcpcartier]

This tool will work with all engine compartment connectors.
This specific one is for the cam position sensor. Broke the tab during the last carbon cleaning.

Phil

Two days in a row with new valuable info.....gotta love the AZ community.

That's the same one I broke during my last carbon cleaning. Kept sliding off and annoying me (CEL). Can't even recall how I secured it right now....but it wasn't elegant.

I need one of these plus whatever tool I need to replace that connector. Never dove into the electrical (connector replacements) world before....always found a way to make it work. But for some reason I want to keep the A4's engine bay looking cleaner than my previous vehicles. I must be succumbing to the AZ peer pressure....which is a good thing.

[yungcotter]

Wow i think i have 6 or 7 broken clips just might need this.

[fly300kts]

Two days in a row with new valuable info.....gotta love the AZ community.

That's the same one I broke during my last carbon cleaning. Kept sliding off and annoying me (CEL). Can't even recall how I secured it right now....but it wasn't elegant.

I need one of these plus whatever tool I need to replace that connector. Never dove into the electrical (connector replacements) world before....always found a way to make it work. But for some reason I want to keep the A4's engine bay looking cleaner than my previous vehicles. I must be succumbing to the AZ peer pressure....which is a good thing.

Part of the upcoming DIY will show how to unpin and replace these connectors

Phil

[papadelogan]

How many wires?

phil

4 wires

[PNW Avant]

Phil you have a good pin removal tool for multi-sized pins? I really need one of those. I always end up doing way more wiring than I think I will.

[fly300kts]

Phil you have a good pin removal tool for multi-sized pins? I really need one of those. I always end up doing way more wiring than I think I will.

Unfortunately I did not find a multi tool and Audi has specific extractor for their pins.
Here is an example:

Headlight connector pins
$45

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Got a couple generic like this at work and I will try them. If they work, I will give you the PN

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/fly300kts/null_zps85c775de.jpg (http://s31.photobucket.com/user/fly300kts/media/null_zps85c775de.jpg.html)

Phil

[Charles.waite]

Phil you have a good pin removal tool for multi-sized pins? I really need one of those. I always end up doing way more wiring than I think I will.

http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-56500-Terminal-Tool/dp/B0009OR906/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1371145898&sr=8-2&keywords=lisle+pin

That guys works for nearly everything. One of the best $10 I've spent in a while! Even worked for the pins in the Flourescent light ballast I had to replace in my bathroom.

Edit: didn't see Phil post that pic. Phil, thats exactly what I have/linked above and they work great. Not sure why the picture on Amazon in green anodized but mine is silver like yours.

[typeslone]

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Schwaben/ES11414/


I have this in my toolbox at home. This kit mimics the factory pin removal tools we have here at the dealer. It is hands down worth every cent it costs which isn't that much. And for price reference, one replacement pin removal tool costs more than the whole kit from ecs. I think we payed a hair over $1K for the kit we use at the dealer.

[BenMTL]

http://vw.snapon.com/specialtoolsdetail.aspx?itemid=21710006

$17 or maybe ebay?

[AudiA4_20T]

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Schwaben/ES11414/


I have this in my toolbox at home. This kit mimics the factory pin removal tools we have here at the dealer. It is hands down worth every cent it costs which isn't that much. And for price reference, one replacement pin removal tool costs more than the whole kit from ecs. I think we payed a hair over $1K for the kit we use at the dealer.

yep have this as well

[your daddy]

hook tool works as well in the securing point.