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Old 06-07-2011, 06:52 PM
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Hey I'm just in the process if checking and cleaning the IAC on my 99. My question is, does anyone have a trick to get the electrical plug off of it? Like it's just pulling the plastic clip off but I'm afraid it's gonna break. Any pointers appreciated.
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if you can get to the screws with out removeing the plug leave it hooked up and clean it
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There has to be some kind of clip / retainer that you have to press to release the connector.
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Yeah I was thinking about leaving it in while I cleaned it, last resort though. The clip on it looks to big to slide through... And just doesn't look right to me.
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Using a flat head worked for me
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Thanks guys! Popped right out with a flat head. Really felt like it was about to snap though.
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Omg, I think this is the first time one of my suggestions actually went well for someone, I'm so happy
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Omg, I think this is the first time one of my suggestions actually went well for someone, I'm so happy
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