pin extraction tool for ignition coil connectors

[Theiceman]

As these cars become older and with the heat on top of the engines i an finding these connectors are starting to break and crumble. ECS sells replacement connectors bu getting the pins out can be a challenge. I also dont want to cut into the wiring harness and crimp.

In my research i cam across this from another site.

https://www.mouser.ca/ProductDetail/...61kfbFCVPh1A==

not eve sure its for our particular cars. its just all i could find and it is fairly pricey.

I was thinking of making something with some bits lying around but thought i would ask in case anyone else has been through this.

[MugelloB7RS4]

ECS sells a kit from Schwaben that is a multi tool that might help.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-schwaben...xoCGIYQAvD_BwE

[jjvwg]

ECS sells a kit from Schwaben that is a multi tool that might help.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-schwaben...xoCGIYQAvD_BwE

Definitely get one like this with multiple tools for different size connectors! While it may seem like a lot of money, it’s worth it for something like this if you do a lot of electrical work on these cars


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[Theiceman]

that looks like it might do the trick . A little more than i need .. over 100 bucks CAD plus shipping to push a pin out seems like a lot but for what it does likely worth it. I wonder if anyone found some kind of standalone knock off tool.

i dont do a lot of cars .. i just want to fix a couple of connectors on mine.. still might spring for it though ... i said this would be my last German car about 4 german cars ago so i will likely use it multiple times. Has anyone used this on our B8(.5) and can confirm one of the tools will work on our ignition coil harness ?

thanks for the info , that's a good start.

[jjvwg]

that looks like it might do the trick . A little more than i need .. over 100 bucks CAD plus shipping to push a pin out seems like a lot but for what it does likely worth it. I wonder if anyone found some kind of standalone knock off tool.

thanks for the info , that's a good start.

I have a single tool that I bought off of amazon for like $15. While it gets the job done, I had to modify the prong ends a bit with a deemed and while I can get it to work on some connectors, some are too big or small for it and I end up using small electronics flathead screwdrivers


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[Theiceman]

yeah and sometimes you need 4 hands .. one small flat head on either side of the connector, one hand to hold the connector and one to pull the wire ..

[jjvwg]

this is the one I currently have


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[Theiceman]

that one looks like it might work .. but yeah i see what you mean .. you kind of need the bend part way down inwards. gives me an idea to make a tool though.

[FR_A4]

Ebay has some sets for 20 or so. No idea of quality, but for hobby use they will probably be gtg.

[BrewDude]

The Schwaben kit from ECS is garbage. Every extraction tool had the tips fall out.

[Theiceman]

Anyone have a link to an ebay kit they know works? I'd throw 20 bucks or so at the project as it will.likely be a one time use thing.

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[Smac770]

I unwound a thinner paper clip and it looks like it should accomplish the task all the same.

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The third pic in this eBay listing gives a good view of the tabs trying to be pushed back.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ignition-Coi...-/362375617604

Of course, ShopDAP video on the subject, including links to the tools used.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrs8-KtJGus

[Smac770]

And if you can't find one that works in all this, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T6972Z4, ....

[Theiceman]

i did try the paperclip method and although i did get one pin to move out of 4, it was not ideal..

[Spawne32]

I litterally just broke up the connector around the pins and then took all the debris away and put the pins in the new connector. lol

[Theiceman]

found one that fits my budget...
it should get here in about 6 months so I will be sure to update you guys on how it went.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/18Pcs-Car-W...-/253939223610

[Spawne32]

found one that fits my budget...
it should get here in about 6 months so I will be sure to update you guys on how it went.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/18Pcs-Car-W...-/253939223610

lmao 2020 is gonna be a big year for you

[Theiceman]

lmao 2020 is gonna be a big year for you

lol

ok truth is my car is a 14 and is fine... my buddies car who I just fixed every single one is broken.. one in fact the whole casing is broken because he tried to remove it without undoing the harness screw.... yeah this is what I have to deal with.
so I told him get it fixed..... so having said that im expecting the "misfire" call mid October and want to be ready.

[Smac770]

I hope you opted for the squaretrade 2yr protection plan; it was only $2.

[Ray1031]

I use a hair Bobby pin and it gets the job done


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