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How to Modify an Electrical Connector on a Compressor

gpd offers replacement compressors for some early model vehicles that may need modification of the electrical clutch connector. These compressors will come equipped with a hardware kit. You need only modify the electrical connector on the replacement compressor if it does not match the OE compressor design.
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Example of hardware kit included with select gpd compressors

Tools Needed:
· Wire cutters
· Wire strippers
· Wire crimpers
Always use eye protection!
1. Locate electrical connector on old compressor and remove it from the mounting bracket.
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2. Cut connector from compressor. **Make sure you have enough wire to make your electrical connection. DO NOT CUT NEXT TO COIL.
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3. Cut electrical connector from new compressor. Using a wire stripper; strip plastic housing from around wire, using caution not to strip too much wire inside. **Make sure you have enough wire to make your electrical connection. DO NOT CUT NEXT TO COIL.
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4. Place butt connector on exposed wire and crimp into place.
 
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5. Place old plug wire into other side of butt connector and crimp into place.
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