Cruze (and others) coil connector lock tab

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I don't expect this to be useful to a huge number of people, but if it is useful to even one person it is worthwhile sharing. As anyone who has a 1.4L Chevrolet Cruze (or similar) and who has tried to remove the ignition coil connector for plug service knows, the orange lock tab will break if you even look at it the wrong way. I searched far and wide for a replacement part but couldn't find one. So I measured the original and duplicated it as best I could. Once printed in ABS and cleaned up a bit using an X-Acto knife and sandpaper, I vapor polished it and it works like a charm. Please note that in the photo it is covered in silicone grease so it appears indistinct, but it is a faithful duplicate of the original dimension-wise. I have discovered since originally posting this that it will likely be applicable to- Buick Encore 2013-2017 Cadillac ELR 2016 Chevrolet Cruze 2011-2016 Chevrolet Sonic 2012-16 Chevrolet Trax 2013-2016 Chevrolet Volt 2011-2015 These all share the same coil pack and connector. It may fit other applications using "Weatherpack" connectors as well.