Device and method protecting a connector from debris while validating connector position assurance engagement

摘要

The present arrangement provides for a protection device having a deflector element with a receiving slot on its underside and a CPA assist coupled to the deflector element. The CPA assist is configured to be moved from the first pre-staged position to the second active position by pressing the CPA assist to engage a CPA positioned within the CPA slot. The protection device is configured to be placed onto a connector with the receiving slot configured to be placed over a CPA slot on the connector.

主权项

1. A protection device comprising:
a deflector element with a receiving slot on its underside; and a connector position assurance assist coupled to said deflector element, said connector position assurance assist configured to move between a first pre-staged position and a second active position, wherein said protection device is configured to be placed on a connector with said receiving slot configured to be placed over a connector position assurance slot on said connector, and wherein said connector position assurance assist is configured to be moved from said first pre-staged position to said second active position by pressing said connector position assurance assist to engage a connector position assurance positioned within said connector position assurance slot.