I have the HO Alco 2-6-0 that came with the Echo Valley set. DCC and sound equipped.
One of the wires that goes from the tender to the loco came loose. So now the lights and sound work but the loco does not move.
Is it a matter of pushing the wire back into the connector? Pretty tiny wires.
Cause: The coupler (drawbar) between the tender and loco came loose dropped off the post on the tender and the tender was being pulled by the wires. Not good. I tightened the coupler.
I guess this loco only has pickups on the tender and not on the loco? Strange.
Looks like the board replacement is $55 (Tender PCB & Light (HO Alco 2-6-0)). Ouch.
Any tips on how to best reattach the wire to the plug?
That is probably impossible to do
Some years ago I had to order the two cables for a different Bachmann steamer.
Check the Parts page for this loco. You should find the cable and connector. Replace it paying attention to each wire.
Rich