{"product_id":"standard-ignition-s-1617-window-defroster-connector","title":"Standard Ignition S-1617 Window Defroster Connector","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWindow Defroster Connector for GM Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard Ignition S-1617 is a female electrical connector with two male blade terminals and two wires, supplied with butt splices for repair work. It is built for technicians replacing damaged connectors on GM vehicles where the original plug has heat, corrosion, or terminal damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this connector when servicing rear window defogger circuits and related electrical connections on select Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Pontiac, Saturn, and Oldsmobile models. Standard Ignition S-1617 is engineered with high-grade materials to support solid conductivity and a secure connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale connector with 1 connector cavity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 male blade terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-wire design for straightforward repair routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes butt splices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for electrical connector replacement work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Ignition S-1617 part number for catalog matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard Ignition S-1617 is a replacement window defroster connector used in a wide range of GM fitments from 1990 through 2008. It is listed across applications such as 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2000 GMC Yukon, and 2006-2008 Cadillac SRX, along with many other Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Cadillac vehicles. This part number, S-1617, is intended for repair of worn, broken, or heat-damaged connector ends where a reliable two-terminal blade connection is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 12101836 and EC1114 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroken or melted rear defroster connector repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorroded terminal replacement on two-wire electrical circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring continuity in rear window defogger wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing damaged connector ends on GM HVAC-related electrical harnesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing brittle factory connector housings on older vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the connector gender, terminal count, and wire count before installation. Verify terminal orientation and wire routing against the original harness, then secure the repair with the included butt splices. For best results, inspect the mating terminals for heat damage or corrosion before reconnecting. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and application notes before ordering S-1617.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard Ignition builds its pigtails and sockets using high-grade materials to support conductivity and consistent electrical contact. The brand’s product development focuses on technician-driven repair needs and on addressing common failure points found in original equipment connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Standard Ignition","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52412246196405,"sku":"FBHK-S-1617","price":31.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/SI_S1617_Fro.jpg?v=1777788007","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/standard-ignition-s-1617-window-defroster-connector","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}