Adjustable shift detent assembly

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2006-07-04

2006-07-04

Fenstermacher, David (Department: 3682)

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Multiple controlled elements

C074S473250

Reexamination Certificate

active

07069807

ABSTRACT:
A vehicle transmission detent assembly is provided that includes a housing having a bore. A movable shift rail is supported by the housing and includes a recess at least partially aligned with the bore. A detent is at least partially arranged within the bore and engages the recess. A biasing member generates a force on the detent and urges the detent into engagement with the recess. An adjustment member threadingly received within a portion of the housing coacts with the biasing member. Upon manipulation of the adjustment member, the biasing member may be moved between a plurality of compressive states in which each of the states generates a different force on the detent. In this manner, the biasing spring may be compressed or uncompressed to provide a desired shift feel.

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