Detroit Diesel — J1939 Wire Preparation and Connection

A Detroit Diesel service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Strip back outer shield 3 1/8 in. (76 mm).
2. Strip green wire and yellow wire 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) being careful not to cut individual strands.
3. Re-twist all three wires if they have separated.
4. Sleeve drain wire may be soldered to aid in sleeving.
5. Install terminals on green and yellow wire ends, and crimp.
6. The 1/4 inch heat shrink tube will be shrunk later after the wires have been inserted into the crimp connector.

Source: manual:s08300.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.