How To Remove Pesky VW/Audi "D" Connectors // USP Motorsports

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  • Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
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    This video will discuss the most used VW and Audi wiring connector and a general overview of how to remove them. These clips are used in almost every single electrical connection in our engine bays. This style connector is used on everything from coilpack connections, coolant sensor connector, coil pack, headlight, maf sensor, map sensor, hood sensor, alternator plug, N75 valve, and more.
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  • @christianryan4285
    @christianryan4285 3 года назад +48

    I just about cried when I finished this video, walked back out to the garage and popped one off with less effort than ever before in my 5 years of owning VWs and Audis. You sir are a gem.

    • @EstonianScrapper
      @EstonianScrapper 2 года назад +1

      i cried like a baby few minutes ago.. before this video i broke 2 of those clips off..

    • @Nelson4207
      @Nelson4207 Год назад +1

      @@EstonianScrapper no worries for anyone who does break em...
      Just zip tie em on. Works great 👍

    • @EstonianScrapper
      @EstonianScrapper Год назад +1

      @@Nelson4207 thanks :)

  • @georgekrysac9318
    @georgekrysac9318 2 года назад +19

    After fighting to disconnect these VW connectors for years, I watched the video, walked out to the garage, popped the hood and disconnected the MAS connector in less than a second. Thanks for taking time to make this really helpful video.

    • @aldopaints670
      @aldopaints670 2 года назад +2

      I just did the same fucking thing lol

    • @HappyBagger
      @HappyBagger Год назад +1

      @@aldopaints670 Same here. Having spent yonks trying to get rusty T20s out then struggled with this on the MAS connector, sorted!

    • @GoBIGclan
      @GoBIGclan 7 месяцев назад

      @@HappyBagger any tips on the rusty T20's?

  • @DavidFeldbaum
    @DavidFeldbaum 4 года назад +19

    Man, I just wasted 3 hours of my life because I didn't watch your video first. Works like a charm. Thank you!!!!!

    • @ve7yan
      @ve7yan 3 года назад

      Only 3 hours?

  • @edmade3654
    @edmade3654 5 лет назад +44

    Would not think i would need a video tutorial to undo the connector clip. But i do! Thanks man.

  • @manueljurado7161
    @manueljurado7161 6 лет назад +8

    Battled a connector to the diverter valve in a hard to reach spot for 45 minutes... after watching video took it off in 20 seconds. Knowledge IS power, thanks for sharing!

  • @nunyabizness1566
    @nunyabizness1566 4 года назад +75

    You just saved my wifes jetta from a sledgehammer-fest... No joke

    • @TheWormzerjr
      @TheWormzerjr 3 года назад +2

      damn, that video would have gotten millions of views. Do it anyway.

    • @robbisson6506
      @robbisson6506 2 года назад

      Lol!

    • @Nelson4207
      @Nelson4207 Год назад +1

      I wasn't reaching for a sledge yet, but man I feel that pain.
      I thought about intentionally breaking each connector and zip tying each one.
      Pesky little clips ain't enough to describe these pain in the azzez 😁
      I don't care how many hands u get in there, they are a pain.
      Plastic being heated up to 150 degrees plus under the hot sun with engine running then down to 0 in the winter these plastic clips feel super britte and stiff

  • @briandavis55
    @briandavis55 5 лет назад +27

    3:45 for the answer. Thanks for waterboarding me for all that time

    • @peytonbloom4123
      @peytonbloom4123 5 лет назад +3

      Seriously like just shut the fuck up and get to the goddamned point already

    • @ryan33flagg3
      @ryan33flagg3 4 года назад +7

      So why bother waste your time commenting? You're all so ignorant. The guy gave you a detailed explanation of how the clips work, because obviously you don't know how to disconnect them. Be thankful he even posted a video for your dumb ***

    • @briandavis55
      @briandavis55 4 года назад +2

      @@ryan33flagg3 Just busting chops, I was being helpful and playful. No need to get upset.

    • @VanLangDrew
      @VanLangDrew 4 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/rGhjmtfyAjI/видео.html

    • @xXavorx
      @xXavorx 3 года назад +1

      @@ryan33flagg3 LMFAOOO, this is the same shit I was thinking lmao

  • @ryanfay1
    @ryanfay1 5 лет назад +70

    @4:00 your welcome.

    • @jamessims3983
      @jamessims3983 4 года назад +1

      Was just going to say the same!!! I was already frustrated enough after fuckin around under the car trying to remove a clip for the last hour lol.

    • @supersabrosinho
      @supersabrosinho 4 года назад +8

      Mindless rambling is rampant on RUclips. This could've been a 13 sec video

    • @kdoran709
      @kdoran709 4 года назад

      James Sims I love you

    • @pmturso
      @pmturso 3 года назад

      Hahahahaha. I saw this after I commented. LOL. Sooooooo right! LOL Classic.

    • @mrlancekink
      @mrlancekink 3 года назад

      So much unnecessary talking.

  • @ataylor985
    @ataylor985 Год назад +2

    I spent a good 30 minutes prying and pulling on this clip. After watching this video I was able to get it off in less than 10 seconds. Thank you so very much for sharing this!!! ❤

  • @voiceinwilderness7
    @voiceinwilderness7 4 года назад +1

    After puzzling for an hour with my MAF connector, I can across your video. Tried it and it immediately worked. You are worth more than your weight in gold. Thanks

  • @impenguinpete
    @impenguinpete 2 года назад +4

    You are a life saver. I have been trying for the last hour to remove electrical connections from my brake sensor and brake fluid level sensor and hoping I didn't break them. Your solution works. Thanks.

  • @giyohshey
    @giyohshey 4 года назад +1

    Dude you just save my life I just spent an hour trying to get those clips off without breaking it I watched your video to compress first and then pull it out and it came off with ease thank you so much !!!

  • @curtisconrad4276
    @curtisconrad4276 4 года назад

    I LOVE YOU MAN!!! I spent 30 minutes removing my Audi Roadster panels off and then 2 hours trying to remove the fuel control module connector. Finally got to your video and in 5 seconds BAM! All done..... Thanks

  • @stuartbelton8278
    @stuartbelton8278 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for taking the time to create this tutorial, found it impossible to remove injector plug cap before watching this to understand the technique to push before pulling to release! Thank you 🥇

  • @jamaltaylor5976
    @jamaltaylor5976 6 лет назад +11

    This video helped a lot, I could never get those clips off easily. Took less than 10 seconds with this.

  • @jaypowrie
    @jaypowrie 10 часов назад

    Love this! I've had my Audi for almost 12 years, that is still the biggest challenge for me under the bay. Thanks boet, drive safe.

  • @Davysprocket213
    @Davysprocket213 4 года назад +1

    Oh my goodness! Thank you so much. I was really struggling with removing the alternator’s connector on a Tacoma. I did exactly what you suggested, and it worked. Thanks again.

  • @CreedSVK
    @CreedSVK 4 года назад +2

    What about if its broken? that little thing to lift up

  • @smtxtv
    @smtxtv 6 лет назад +2

    I think you saved my day. Currently in the heat of battle with these things. Thanks !

  • @kumara5492
    @kumara5492 3 года назад +1

    Wow, Thank you billion times for sharing such a valuable tip. I struggled a lot on my first day of part time job I started trying to take off connectors before removing the seats. Thank you and I subscribed.

  • @brokenspokes6731
    @brokenspokes6731 6 дней назад

    I am working on my harley that uses similar d-connectors. After an hour of looking, pulling with a few choice words thrown in, I decided to head to youtube for some tips. Your video was the perfect tip to split this type of connect apart - thanks

  • @Lucid0n3
    @Lucid0n3 Год назад +1

    It’s all about that compression step. This video explained and showed the simplicity of that method so well. Really thank you, made a nightmare job into a breeze.

  • @UserUser-vo2ky
    @UserUser-vo2ky 2 года назад

    A thousand thanks for this, 45 minutes of struggling with one of these clips whilst trying to find answers online and after watching this video it took a second to undo. Thanks!!!

  • @musicmangst1
    @musicmangst1 4 года назад +1

    This was exactly what I needed. They came right off once I tried this. Thank you!

  • @trenhaynes3362
    @trenhaynes3362 3 года назад

    I did exactly what you said and it worked! No damage to the part!! Thank you so much!

  • @krisyoung447
    @krisyoung447 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks!!! Was getting frustrated with a Beetle horn connector and saw your video. Came off in one second with no tools after compressing it. Lesson learned.

  • @lhunt1959
    @lhunt1959 5 лет назад +2

    This is the best damn VW related video on RUclips, It don't get no better then this!

  • @stuartclements9042
    @stuartclements9042 4 года назад

    After half an hour wrestling with a wiper motor connector that I couldn't work out how to get off, this video showed me the how to do it. Pushed it in while I pressed the clip and it came out no probs. Cheers!

  • @geoffhowse3591
    @geoffhowse3591 3 года назад

    OMG, thank you so much for this little video, Chris, I was starting to get very frustrated with the air flow meter plug, but after watching your little video, it's just too easy :)

  • @HeSaidSheSaid-
    @HeSaidSheSaid- 4 года назад

    Thank you, I was getting very frustrated trying to remove the connector from a headlight assembly, yes a tight spot and I completely understand what you meant. Cheers!

  • @valleydude4994
    @valleydude4994 6 лет назад

    Very helpful and well explained - thank you.

  • @chestergti
    @chestergti 4 года назад

    What a great video, was struggling with a connector on the clutch master cylinder at the back of the engine. After watching the video came off first go. Brilliant Thanks.

  • @toycarcollector
    @toycarcollector 5 лет назад

    Thank you for the tip. I'm on the ground under my 2007 Touareg needing to reach up and unplug the speed sensor. Didnt want to break anything so looked up this info. This info is not even in my shop manual. Thanks so much. Push in, push down and remove!

  • @froomer17
    @froomer17 3 года назад

    You are a legend, just spend 10mins trying to remove a connector underneath my TT. Watched your video - Bam! Thank you :)

  • @paulcurrier8850
    @paulcurrier8850 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks - Just what I needed! Replacing a TDI engine on a 2003 Jetta - lots of connectors in hard to reach places.

  • @naturehoodnh4178
    @naturehoodnh4178 4 года назад

    Exactly as described! Thank you!!!

  • @Tonster2428
    @Tonster2428 Год назад

    took me an hour of trying to figure this out. 15 minutes of searching our video. 4:35 minutes in to your video walked out to my garage and it took 1 try. God send you are!

  • @la1negrita
    @la1negrita 6 лет назад +1

    great video! Would be great if you would do a video on replacing the coil Pack wiring harness for longitudinal engines. I have a 2002 Jetta 1.8turbo

  • @ruimvp
    @ruimvp 4 года назад

    Thank you. In wich cars we can use that technic? Some of them have an additional metallic wire embrassing the connector. Others we only need to press de connector and pull out.

  • @stephenyoung5667
    @stephenyoung5667 3 года назад

    Just saved me from ripping off my maf connector in frustration!!! Thanks for saving my sanity. It worked a treat!

  • @Gigler1974
    @Gigler1974 4 года назад

    Thank you so much. As soon as you mentioned the orange grommet, I realised what I'd been doing wrong. You are a star! 😊👍🌟

  • @dharm3974
    @dharm3974 4 года назад

    Just bought a used Mk4 Jetta 1.8T for a good price last week, my first VW so wasn't sure how these connectors worked.. Thanks, probably saved me from breaking one in frustration. :)

  • @bradley-jamesnorris4499
    @bradley-jamesnorris4499 Год назад

    I couldn’t get it at all, even watching the video couldn’t get it but when you showed on the car it helped.
    It seems when you press it and lift the tab, the tab doesn’t seem to move but just pull the connector up anyway with the tab lifted as well and pops right off! Thanks man!

  • @BradSchauf
    @BradSchauf 2 года назад

    I was getting very upset with procedures that simply said "remove electrical connector" with no explanation of HOW. Awesome video! You should do more of these for the other connector types! I tried a couple of hours to remove it, then found this video and had my connector (high pressure diesel fuel connector on Diesel Porsche Cayenne) removed in 15 seconds! Thank you sir!

  • @guitarstud1
    @guitarstud1 4 года назад

    Thanks for the video! Helped me take off the connector on my Triumph Moto!

  • @ART1025MXL
    @ART1025MXL 3 года назад

    Thank you very much for making this video. Simple but very necessary to know.

  • @half_r_mk5
    @half_r_mk5 5 лет назад

    Great tip! Thanks for this.

  • @ebaybiz1861
    @ebaybiz1861 3 года назад

    thank you, great, simple and straight to the point!

  • @OK-vi7to
    @OK-vi7to 5 лет назад +1

    This is an awesome video about VW Coil Connector Repair thx Chris

  • @tennisfan4201
    @tennisfan4201 4 года назад

    this video was incredibly helpful. thank you.

  • @pedrojorge3347
    @pedrojorge3347 2 года назад

    Omg...that foopin easy!!! Got to admit...I often don't want to work on my favorite ever cars just because of this simple problem that you explained so well that even in a difficult spot...it came out like butter!!
    Cheers mate!!! Subscribed to your channel!!💯👍

  • @alephiosanchez-martinez3185
    @alephiosanchez-martinez3185 5 месяцев назад

    Yooooo.... you just saved me so much heartache. I've broken and had to repair so many of these in the past. That technique works for real.

  • @MTNFREERIDE
    @MTNFREERIDE 2 года назад

    Mate, This is the best video on any platform! One i saw your video i was able to remove the connector in seconds, and that was after messing with the clip for sometime! I am now subscribed to your site!

  • @minnesotamillz
    @minnesotamillz 5 лет назад

    Thank you !!! 🍻 I've always wondered how tf to get them off

  • @timmothyheroux
    @timmothyheroux 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you sooo much! You wouldn't believe how hard this info is to find. People either understand how they work and assumes everyone else knows or like me couldn't for the life of me fugure out how to tske them off.

  • @leannzielinski8703
    @leannzielinski8703 3 года назад

    A pleasure to look at and helpful!

  • @thelegendarybigpum5699
    @thelegendarybigpum5699 5 лет назад

    You saved my life! ( and hands ) Thank you !!!!

  • @christopherhylton8462
    @christopherhylton8462 4 года назад

    Very helpful info, thanks.

  • @zingzangwallawalla
    @zingzangwallawalla 2 года назад

    Epic!! You helped me remove injector connectors easily! Thanks 😁

  • @knice2k7tv24
    @knice2k7tv24 5 лет назад

    This video is great it work exactly like you said it would thanks alot

  • @rpasiuk
    @rpasiuk 2 года назад

    Thank you! Excellent video! Working on a Porsche Cayenne oil pressure sensor. Came right off with your tip!

  • @glynknox
    @glynknox Год назад

    Mate just saved me a load of hassle.Thanks from London, fixing old MK4 golf.Cheers

  • @tasos4048
    @tasos4048 4 года назад

    Damn man... Thank you, you are a time life saver... For real !

  • @enzodunn2577
    @enzodunn2577 6 лет назад

    I'm stuck. I've been trying to remove my coolant fan connectors on my 07 audi a8l for three days and nothing works. There are only two to remove. But I've tried this method and got no where also. Are they a different kind of connector maybe?

  • @devinbaker8707
    @devinbaker8707 Год назад

    You just saved my Saturday. Thanks!

  • @michaelorhan1842
    @michaelorhan1842 2 года назад

    Dude. I can’t tell you how much this just helped me. 🙏

  • @bartofilms
    @bartofilms 3 месяца назад

    Thank You! Was trying to disconnect MAF sensor wiring to move the MAF’s and air ducts out of way to replace my VW’s twin Air Filters. Should be a 5 minute job, but there’s no room in there and the vacuum lines run atop the passenger side air box. I am getting low airflow codes in the VAG COM. Cheers.

  • @nigelw598
    @nigelw598 Год назад

    Gday from Australia,
    Thanks for taking the time to make and post this vid. Audi connectors really have been a pain in the past. I’ll be working on the wife’s Q7 tomorrow and I can’t wait to try this. Thank you Sir, I owe you a beer,
    Cheers 🍻

  • @shantoshlamichhane534
    @shantoshlamichhane534 2 года назад

    Bro you’re a life saver… i was taking off a loom from nissan navara and was fed up with these connector.

  • @redemption3625
    @redemption3625 3 года назад

    Omg. My brotha, thanks. Just wasted an hour and was trying to use the hook you told us not to use. My temp was rising which usually means ima break somethin. God bless

  • @michaelflanagan6488
    @michaelflanagan6488 5 лет назад

    Great video.. Following your instructions I had the pesky connector removed before your presentation was complete

  • @nathanjames9303
    @nathanjames9303 4 года назад

    You are a life saver mate, thanks so so much!

  • @coreywhitacre6581
    @coreywhitacre6581 2 года назад

    Awesome tip, works great!

  • @alistaire8576
    @alistaire8576 2 года назад

    Man!! Thank you greatly for this video! Finally got them DAMN cam angle sensors replaced!!

  • @jat447
    @jat447 2 года назад

    So easy to do with this help - thanks for stopping me breaking any more clips

  • @NitosDad
    @NitosDad 2 года назад

    MY MAN!!! Yo, you saved me Soo much trial and error, frustration, broken stuff, etc! Thank you! I'm def. subscribing to your channel!

  • @zone47
    @zone47 2 года назад

    Ha ha .... I'm watching this video holding a pick tool. I simply press on and pull and it popped off in .2 seconds!! Thank you sooo much!

  • @taylorfrazier2646
    @taylorfrazier2646 5 лет назад

    Which size worktul terminal pick did you use in the kit?

  • @TheNorfolkBowyer
    @TheNorfolkBowyer Год назад

    Awesome so simple, I’ve struggled for years with those. Just watched this & went out & popped one off in 2 secs 👍

  • @patioche
    @patioche 4 года назад

    This helped me a lot! on a new beetle. So I subscribed.

  • @CalebPfohl
    @CalebPfohl 4 года назад

    YOU, good sir, are a true hero.

  • @rodelmayo5599
    @rodelmayo5599 2 года назад

    Just the video i was looking for. Thank you

  • @GetSmartGaming
    @GetSmartGaming 4 года назад

    you are a life and fingertip saver! thank you

  • @bnighter
    @bnighter 4 года назад

    Awesome, spent hours trying to get to the connector below the coils off and looking for a pick tool and already broke some plastic off. Alot easier when you know how to do it.

    • @kcalla56
      @kcalla56 Год назад

      there a good way to get one off that has a broken tab?

  • @haikopaiko
    @haikopaiko Год назад

    What a great little video! Thanks man!

  • @seriouspowerwashing458
    @seriouspowerwashing458 4 года назад

    After an hour and a half we couldn't separate a tab from a custom Eagle Eye light for Chevy S10 after watching this video and butchering it a little bit the connector I want up pushed it in which I tried previously but not to the way he shows and it came right off with my bare hands not the wrenches we all had out thank you for the video awesome brother

  • @IainB
    @IainB 2 года назад

    You are a god damn hero. I was going nuts last week disconnecting the bottom sensor from the JB1 on my wife's Golf R.

  • @Florida_Boi_321
    @Florida_Boi_321 19 дней назад

    The best video on the internet!!!! (I’m changing my spark plugs).

  • @LuisGabriel1309
    @LuisGabriel1309 Год назад +1

    I have a question what if the little clip that you lift is allready broken then how can you remove it from the coil? Can you stick a flat screwdriver or pick tool in between the coil and ignition coil connector to remove it from the coil?

  • @kenstano566
    @kenstano566 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this video. Totally saved me!!!

  • @tabcomp5146
    @tabcomp5146 4 года назад

    I will give it a try thanks for the tip

  • @geertvanderploeg9756
    @geertvanderploeg9756 4 года назад

    This was just what I needed, I have stuffed these plugs before and received punctured fingers in the process, thank you

  • @lloydcomo6025
    @lloydcomo6025 3 года назад

    Thanks a million for this video!!!!!

  • @HunterStephensKY
    @HunterStephensKY 3 года назад

    Very good information.

  • @fosterlipscomb
    @fosterlipscomb 3 года назад

    Thanks man! Huge help!

  • @TuMecanico
    @TuMecanico 3 года назад

    Men... you really nailed it. Thanks a lot. If you ever are in town (Puebla), please let me know. I owe you a Beer...🍻.

  • @davidcullington3647
    @davidcullington3647 4 года назад

    Legend, thank you thank god I watch this video first, thanks man 👍🏻

  • @kevinnguyen837
    @kevinnguyen837 4 месяца назад

    Omg this works so well… just saved me on my current project

  • @JZreacts02
    @JZreacts02 3 года назад

    How about the ones that don't have the clip in the middle?
    For example the headlight connector on a stock headlight on a vw gti 06?

  • @lukohdavid
    @lukohdavid 2 года назад +1

    How do you get the connector off with a snapped clip? Previous owner was clearly an ape and now can’t get one of mine off? Shall I just pull it really hard or what