Wire Repair: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Sable and 1997 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
To repair damage to sensor wiring and wiring harnesses, note following conditions and proceed to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
- All wire splice connections must be staggered at least 2" (50 mm) apart.
- Use proper size butt connectors and shrink tubing for size of wire being spliced.
- All repaired connections must be waterproofed using heat shrink tubing.
- Use of transparent butt connectors allows inspection of finished crimped connector to ensure proper connection.