Detroit Diesel — Deutsch Terminal Installation
Installation · Deutsch connectors
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- Terminal crimps must be made with the Deutsch crimp tool P/N: HDT-48-00 to assure gas tight connections.
- Do not attempt to use alternative tools.
Procedure
- Strip approximately .25 inch (6 mm) of insulation from the cable.
- Remove the lock clip, raise the wire gage selector, and rotate the knob to the number matching the gage wire.
- Lower the selector and insert the lock clip.
- Position the contact so that the crimp barrel is 1/32 of an inch above the four indenters; crimp the cable.
- Grasp the contact one inch behind the crimp barrel and hold the connector with the rear grommet facing you.
- Push the contact into the grommet until a positive stop is felt; a slight tug confirms it is locked.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Strip .25 inch (6 mm)
Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.