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Headlight bulb connector will not comeoff

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by rhalama, Dec 18, 2023.

  1. Dec 18, 2023 at 10:40 AM
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    rhalama

    rhalama [OP] New Member

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    Tried to install resistor pack onto headlight socket but cannot get the 3 wire connector off. Seems stuck on the lamp led and don't want to pull on the wires. Any suggestions to remove the connector that plugs into the led? Either a pick or some other way? Thanks
     
  2. Dec 18, 2023 at 10:43 AM
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    455h0le_dachshund

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    Just gotta keep wiggling and tugging. You can remove the battery or air box (depending on side) to get a better grip.
    Next time clean the connections from corrosion debris and use di-electric grease so thos doesn't happen again.
     
  3. Dec 18, 2023 at 10:44 AM
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    NetGnome

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  4. Dec 18, 2023 at 8:42 PM
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    Use a thin flat blade screwdriver to try and get it in there and slowly twist it to help separate the connectors.
     
  5. Dec 19, 2023 at 3:21 AM
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    rhalama

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    Thanks all for the suggestions.
     

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