John Deere 4045 / 6068 — Repair WEATHERPACK Connector
Repair & overhaul
For the John Deere 4045 / 6068, from the John Deere service manual.
Applies to: John Deere 4045, John Deere 6068
Before you start
- The seal must fit snug over the cable insulation without a gap.
Procedure
- Disconnect WEATHERPACK connector. Remove tie bands and tape.
- Open the secondary lock on the back of the connector.
- Identify wire color/number to the connector cavity.
- Insert JDG364 Extraction Tool over terminal contact in connector body and gently pull wire from back.
- Cut off wire directly behind the terminal seal crimp.
- Strip 6 mm (1/4 in.) insulation from end of wire.
- Slide the correct-size seal over the wire insulation.
- Select correct size terminal and crimp with a W-type crimp using JDG783 WEATHER PACK Crimping Tool.
- Insert terminal into connector until it clicks into correct cavity.
- Gently pull on wire to insure terminal is locked in position.
- Repair or transfer remaining wires; close the secondary lock; retape wires and add tie bands.
Tools required
- JDG364 Extraction Tool Amazon
- JDG145 Universal Electrical Pliers Amazon
- JDG783 WEATHER PACK Crimping Tool Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Full service-parts list: John Deere 4045 →, John Deere 6068 →
Source: John Deere 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.