SRS/Supplemental Restraint System, page 6

RS–6
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM – OPERATION

Spacer
Housing
Female
Male
AB0076 AB0077
205953

(1) Terminal Twin–Lock Mechanism
Each connector has a two–piece construction consisting of
a housing and a spacer. This design secures the locking of
the terminal by two locking devices (the spacer and the lance)
to prevent terminals from coming out.

(2) Airbag Activation Prevention Mechanism
Each connector contains a short spring plate. When the con-
nector is disconnected, the short spring plate automatically
connects the power source and grounding terminals of the
squib.

• When Connector is Connected
• When Connector is Disconnected

Short Spring Plate
Housing
Housing
Terminals
Connectors
Short Spring Plate
Squib

Short Spring Plate
Contacting Male Terminal

Short Spring Plate ON

Squib
Closed Circuit

T R10587

HINT: The illustration shows connectors (4), (5) and (6). Con-
nector (1) has short spring plates on the female terminal side.