What is the best tool for removing pins from this connector?

[KevinH90]

I need to take some of the pins out of this connector without damaging them:

I'm thinking that a pin extraction tool for a female molex might work, but I would like to be certain before I order a tool.  Here are a couple that look promising:

Molex Extractor for Male Female 0 093" 0 062" Pins | eBay

Molex Type Pin Extractor for 093" Size Pins Plunger Type Pin Remover | eBay

I've read some on line reviews of other products and it appears there are some cheap tools out there that break before they can complete the job.  I also received a recommendation for an entire kit, but I prefer not to make a big investment at this time.

 

Thanks

[wvicary]

I think you need to disassembly the connector and then just lift out each wire, the back of the connector should unclip which holds each wire into it's correct spot but be careful as when you remove the back retainer nothing will hold the wires in so they might all become adrift.

[KevinH90]

Thanks for the suggestion.  Unfortunately, there is not an obvious way to take it apart. 

 

There is a sliding component that locks the connector onto the ECU for the litronic headlights.  You can probably see it better in this view.  I'm pretty sure I can pop that off, but I don't want to break it.  Maybe that will expose more of the connector and I can see some way to take it apart.

 

Also, I'm wondering if this might be the female pin that they use:

 

http://www.repairconnector.com/deutsch-female-open-barrel-replacement-terminal-16-18-ga-5-pack/

 

If it is, I could connect my wiring to it and just insert it in the connector that is already in the care.

Edited February 16, 2015 by KevinH90

[KevinH90]

I decided to purchase this tool:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/390970267954?rmvSB=true

 

I'll report on its effectiveness.

[KevinH90]

I think you need to disassembly the connector and then just lift out each wire, the back of the connector should unclip which holds each wire into it's correct spot but be careful as when you remove the back retainer nothing will hold the wires in so they might all become adrift.

It turns out that this put me on the right path.  There is a locking piece that slides down the long axis of the connector.  To slide it out, you need to gently pry off the sliding lock first.    

 

I have attached pictures of the partially disassembled connector and the pins that are in it case it is helpful to someone in the future.

Edited February 28, 2015 by KevinH90