Removing connector on cooling fan

[james250]

I'm trying to disconnect the connector for the cooling fan (pictured below) But I just cannot seem to get it off. I tried pushing a screwdriver in but wasn't budging and I dont want to break any tabs. Anyone have any suggestion?

[scudney]

Try spraying it with a bit of WD40,also see if its got a second tab on the underside 

[ColinBarber]

Provided you press down on the black retaining clip they normally come off very easily. You may need to use a screwdriver to press down the clip.

[james250]

1 hour ago, ColinBarber said:

Provided you press down on the black retaining clip they normally come off very easily. You may need to use a screwdriver to press down the clip.

I've pressed down as hard as my fingers can cope and been at it for a good few hours and neither the left or right connector comes off. I tried with screwdriver and the plastic is starting to break

[james250]

Got the bugger off. Found this video soooo helpful. The connector is held in exactly like this. I wedged a tiny screwdriver in from the opposite side while pressing and pulling and it popped straight out

 

 

 

[Beamish]

 

Well done.

Thanks for posting.  These "simple" things can drive me insane when they won't play ball.

[scudney]

Well done 👏 👍