Seat Belt Release Lever: Description and Operation

The spool release lever switches are for unlocking the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) in an emergency. The control unit normally receives an on signal from the switches, - but when the spool release lever is pulled the ELR is unlocked, the switches transmit an off signal to the control unit. The spool release indicator light blinks to warn the driver when the spool release lever is pulled the ELR is unlocked while the ignition switch is set at "ON." The light operates under control of the control unit.