Gear screw adjuster

Details Gear screw adjuster Gear screw adjuster

2006-05-30

2006-05-30

O'Shea, Sandra (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Supported by vehicle structure

Automobile

C362S514000, C362S529000, C362S524000, C362S656000, C362S273000, C362S284000, C362S324000, C362S428000, C362S449000, C362S460000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07052164

ABSTRACT:
A headlamp assembly including a simplified adjusting mechanism for adjusting the aim of the headlamp. The mechanism includes a gear screw that is snap fit into the headlamp housing with or without an adjuster housing. The gear screw has an O-ring in radial compression so as to ensure a good seal.

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