MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Wiring

Recommended splicing method — crimp, steps 11–14

Wiring

2016 MustangReference 6,237 / 6,619HTML edition
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11. Check for acceptable crimp.

a. Crimp should be centered on each end of the butt splice.

b. Wire insulation does not enter butt splice.

c. Wire is visible through inspection hole of splices.

Acceptable butt-splice crimp: callouts A, B and C · source reference 6237Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

12. Evenly position supplied heat shrink tubing over wire repair.

13. Use shielded heat gun to heat the repaired area until adhesive flows out of both ends of the heat shrink tubing.

14. Reconnect battery ground cable.

Shrink tubing, adhesive lining and heat application · source reference 6237Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge
Source reference 6237

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