Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Multiple controlled elements
Reexamination Certificate
2008-07-08
2008-07-08
Fenstermacher, David M (Department: 3682)
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Multiple controlled elements
C464S131000, C464S011000, C464S136000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07395732
ABSTRACT:
A shifter rod assembly used in automotive vehicles extends between a manual shifter assembly having a manual shift lever and a transmission spaced from the manual shift lever. Large tolerance universal joints with play between the components thereof connect the shifter rod assembly to the manual shifter assembly and to the transmission. In order to eliminate rattle noise in the universal joints, the universal joints are each encased in a layer of elastomer. A preferred elastomer is silicone elastomer can be applied in liquid form, cures at room temperature and maintains integrity at temperatures in a range of about 200° F. to 240° F.
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Hartleip Larry G.
Wissinger Michael C.
Fenstermacher David M
General Motors Corporation
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