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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1994ASTRO VAN M V6-262 4.3L VIN ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCOOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR/SWITCH (FOR COMPUTER)DIAGRAMSDIAGNOSTIC AIDSWIRE REPAIR PROCEDURESWIRE REPAIR
1994 Chevrolet Astro Van M V6-262 4.3L VIN Z
Wire Repair
1994 Chevrolet Astro Van M V6-262 4.3L VIN ZSECTION Wire Repair
The wire is very important for the continued reliable operation of the vehicle. This repair must be done as described in the following procedures.
Twisted Wires
Remove or Disconnect
1. Jacket (1).
2. Twisted wires (2).
3. Insulation from the wire.
Install or Connect
1. Splice clip (3).
2. Crimp and solder the splice clips (4).
3. Electrical tape wrap (5) on the splices.
4. Outer jacket electrical tape wrap (6).
Twisted Wires/Shielded Cable
Remove or Disconnect
1. Jacket (1).
2. Unwrap aluminum/Mylar tape (2).
3. Drain wire (3).
4. Leads.
5. Insulation on the leads.
Install or Connect
1. Splice clips (4).
2. Crimp and solder the splice clips (5).
3. Electrical tape wrap (6) on the splices.
4. Aluminum/Mylar tape by wrapping and taping.
5. Drain wire with a splice clip (7). Crimp and solder the splice clip.
6. Outer jacket electrical tape wrap (8).
Twisted Wire Repair:
Twisted Wires
Remove or Disconnect
1. Jacket (1).
2. Twisted wires (2).
3. Insulation from the wire.
Install or Connect
1. Splice clip (3).
2. Crimp and solder the splice clips (4).
3. Electrical tape wrap (5) on the splices.
4. Outer jacket electrical tape wrap (6).
Twisted/Shielded Wire Repair:
Twisted Wires/Shielded Cable
Remove or Disconnect
1. Jacket (1).
2. Unwrap aluminum/Mylar tape (2).
3. Drain wire (3).
4. Leads.
5. Insulation on the leads.
Install or Connect
1. Splice clips (4).
2. Crimp and solder the splice clips (5).
3. Electrical tape wrap (6) on the splices.
4. Aluminum/Mylar tape by wrapping and taping.
5. Drain wire with a splice clip (7). Crimp and solder the splice clip.
6. Outer jacket electrical tape wrap (8).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.