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7. Insertion and removal

operation

If the connector is inserted when the crimp socket isn't placed correctly, it is possible that only

the friction lock on the non-cable side is inserted, as shown in the Figure below.

In this case, unmate , and mate again.

Forcible mating will lower the retention force.

Use the tab to help release .

If the connector is forcibly removed by pulling the cable, cable disconnection and connector

breakage will occur.

Release tab

Raise the tab

Raise the entire crimp socket,

to complete un-mating