Need help removing wire terminal from plastic connector on factory backup camera

[teamblkdog]

I know connectors are like puzzles, but I can’t figure this one out. I need to separate the backup camera wire from its connector so that I can pass the wire through a small waterproof wire gland, then reconnect. Any wiring gurus have experience with this type of connector? I have a full kit of terminal release tools, just don’t know how to use them here.

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[kevman65]

Your's looks different, you'll see what I mean in video.

At 00:35 is where he starts.

 

[Mr._Bill]

I think that is a coax cable, and taking the connector off will likely ruin the cable. I'm not sure, but that's how it looks.

 

[Kevin_D]

It's looks like an optical fibre.
They are typically assembled with some very specialized tools.

Kevin

 

[IamAlan]

You may need to go with a split seal grommet and judicious amount of silicone.

https://shop.cat.com/en/usa-parts/1...hLYJveSiAXyZlswP_J4oHHxZt6EjfN-xoCqwwQAvD_BwE

 

[teamblkdog]

Thanks for responding. I really want to use the waterproof gland, but yes, maybe a grommet is the way to go. Here’s what I’m working on after needing to relocate my backup camera:

 

[teamblkdog]

Here's what I'm trying to do:

 

[IamAlan]

Pricy and metric, but it is IP67 rated.

https://www.automation24.com/splitt...c_lbQEZh_Mn0wwDSBRYd1KvV1qPMsHOBoCRRkQAvD_BwE

 

[teamblkdog]

Nevermind, I got it! Just had to carefully pry out the retainer with a tiny flathead screwdriver. For anyone else searching endlessly on how to disassemble a Fakra C female RG-174 cable connector in order to pass the backup camera cable through a smaller opening, you can do it!

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