Repair Hack - How To Fix Broken Wiring Sensor / Connector Plug Clip To Make A Factory Looking Repair

In this video I show a hack I came up with how to fix and repair a broken sensor clip that is found in most automotive wiring harness applications like ignition coils and sensors like MAF and IAC valves, etc. This hack will work on any sensor or connector plug that has a brittle push clip that breaks and not look horrible like the zip ties repair.

[thomascampbell]

I have NEVER experienced a loose sensor clip. So when I break a clip, I'm overjoyed, no more stupid clip to deal with. The friction of the male and female ends when joined together has always been snug. I'm sure a loose sensor plug happens but it just seems very rare, at least in my experience. Even so, I appreciate your video and the creative way you deal with the situation.

[caseymyhro]

Just use a zip tie. And, no, I'm not talking about wrapping the zip tie around the coil. All you're doing is using the head of the zip tie. The link below explains it. Your idea works as well, but it's more labor intensive.

[K_KRW]

Another reason I love cars even after a years car videos are still helpful to someone (me) that is searching for information and helpful videos like this

[travispeterson]

Man when something comes up and I look for a solution it usually takes 5 pages of bad videos to find a good one. Finally 1 and done and oddly enough I needed it for my wifes 09 rx350! 1st video, excellent knowledge share. Much better than my hickzip repair thought.

[tbskirk]

That's not a bad tip! it's especially helpful for the back plugs that are difficult to get to in that vehicle!

[princbeauty]

Thank you! I am going to try this to save $76. I broke the one that connects the temperature cooler sensor on my 2002 honda civic ex coupe. I have been calling various places and price ia the same. Apparently none makes anything to replace it. I tried the zip tie but i dont really know where to tie sonit wont slip

[realestateinfonet]

Superb hack! Thank you very much for taking the time to show it to us! I greatly appreciate it! Sincere regards!

[richardr]

EXCELLENT Camera work, and a very ingenious fix !! kudos brother

[jimbrausky]

High temp rtv glue, red. Nice. I learned something new and useful. I think I'll use a tiny on my old jag coolant reservoir plug. Was tiny, old, hard to reach and easy to break. Hopefully the new reservoir last the next 100 thousand miles so I don't have to mess with it.

[deedle]

Time is money, just use the same RTV and put a dab across the top of the connectors to seal it together. It will also be intuitive to the next person who has to service it when they see the RTV, and they know to simply slice it apart with a blade to release.

[jameschupp]

A Big Fix... With a Small piece! Very Smart!

[chadj]

I like the idea! I always thought it was only me who broke those connectors. Out of curiosity, does any car manufacturer make connectors that are in the engine bay and not made of thin plastic?

[RLAE]

Does the engine light turn off rite after removal and replacing?

[bareinhard]

Thank you! This is a great tip to avoid it looking janky

[Z-Ack]

I can see this bonding the plugs together so when it gets removed next time you have to get a new pigtail and whatever component you plugged into.. cuz its either gonna rip the wires out or pins out one..

[carlobert]

Ahaha I'm just going use zip tie now if I have to ill bring out my torch lighter and heat shrink wire connectors

[kaloosh]

Could it be possible to epoxy the old clip piece back with 1000° high heat epoxy?going to try both .this idea though sounds amazing though because it is really a pain of a problem🌊🌊✌

[jackmyers]

Never had that piece break always the clip retainer on wiring plug ! Be helpful to be able to fix those !

[edsmith]

I feel your frustration, sir I am a mechanic myself and I said the same exact thing you just said they are complete idiots. I don’t know why they do the things they do sometimes it’s beyond me. I just don’t get it. The things we face with disguise people have no idea.🤣🤣🤣👍👍

[jeandunow]

Now if you only had a solution for repairing the broken locking tab on my alternator regulator connector. This tab locks the male plug into the receptacle but, of course, it broke off. Hate to replace the whole alternator because of a lousy broken tab.🤬