LARIAT 85 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Will this tool work for separating the clam-shell like connectors that our trucks use, like the ignition module? If not, how do you remove the connectors without breaking the tabs? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BVL7LUY/?coliid=I1EJ494LT2U86C&colid=3LFPS7J6089GB&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reamer Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Looks like the one on the right would work well, but I think you would need 2 of them. I usually have to jam 2 small flat blade drivers to get both sides... and still end up breaking a tab.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LARIAT 85 Posted October 26, 2019 Author Share Posted October 26, 2019 I usually have to jam 2 small flat blade drivers to get both sides... and still end up breaking a tab.... I also end up breaking a tab when I use small flat blade screwdrivers. Is there a better way to do it, without breaking any tabs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpin Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 I usually have to jam 2 small flat blade drivers to get both sides... and still end up breaking a tab.... I also end up breaking a tab when I use small flat blade screwdrivers. Is there a better way to do it, without breaking any tabs? I always wondered that too. Then wonder why a connector that you need a come along to pull apart needs a lock tab! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kramttocs Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 I always wondered that too. Then wonder why a connector that you need a come along to pull apart needs a lock tab! I always go with the small flathead screwdrivers also to help them get over the hump. Unless a sun bleached part I usually have pretty good luck with that approach and rocking them back and forth. Now for a lot of the engine and taillight type connectors that say 'pull apart', once I got over my fear and realized that they really can handle the grab and pull with all your might approach I haven't lost one of those tabs since. Just make sure your knuckles and elbows have plenty of flying room... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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