Methods and apparatus for assembling a door handle assembly

Details Methods and apparatus for assembling a door handle assembly Methods and apparatus for assembling a door handle assembly

2011-01-18

2011-01-18

Reese, David (Department: 3677)

Miscellaneous hardware (e.g., bushing, carpet fastener, caster,

Handle, handle component, or handle adjunct

Door handle

C016S440000, C016S111100, C016S111100, C016S436000, C292S336300, C248S220210, C312S405000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07870647

ABSTRACT:
A handle assembly includes a handle body including a handle body having at least one attachment portion proximate a respective end of the handle body, wherein the at least one attachment portion is configured to engage a door panel. At least one latch member is coupled to a respective one of the at least one attachment portion, and the at least one latch member is configured to attach the at least one attachment portion to the door panel. At least one protective member is coupled to a respective one of the at least one attachment portion. The at least one protective member facilitates reducing damage to the door panel during installation of the handle assembly to the door panel.

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