Abstract: A motor vehicle overhead system adapted to accept a wiring harness having a minimum cross-sectional dimension. The overhead system comprises an energy management block having a routing channel, and a plurality of retainers disposed in the routing channel. The retainers extend over the routing channel to define a gap having a gap dimension less than the minimum cross-sectional dimension of the wiring harness, such that the wiring harness can be forced into the retainment channel and retained therein.

Abstract: The present invention involves a self-aligning connector assembly adapted for connecting first and second electrical conductors. The invention may be incorporated within a door panel assembly of a vehicle. The self-aligning connector assembly provides for self-aligning assembly techniques of vehicle panels to sheet metal structures. The connector assembly comprises a male connector, a female connector receiving the male connector, and a conductive member disposed on the female connector. The male connector has a base portion and a head portion. Head portion tapers from the base portion to form an arcuate top. The base portion has a conductive area disposed thereon and adapted to connect to the first electrical conductor, such as electrical wires. The female connector has a body portion defining an opening and has inner and outer surfaces.