Sliding and nesting console system

Details Sliding and nesting console system Sliding and nesting console system

2005-07-26

2005-07-26

Engle, Patricia L. (Department: 3612)

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Enclosed compartment

C296S024460, C296S037800, C296S037140

Reexamination Certificate

active

06921118

ABSTRACT:
A console system which may translate longitudinally in a vehicle includes a forward end which is capable of being at least partially nested with a vehicle instrument panel. The range of movement may extend to the front seats or further toward the rear of the vehicle to provide functionality for occupants of second or even third row seats. The translation mechanism preferably includes a track similar to those employed in the vehicle art for manual seat adjustment. In the most preferred embodiment, a storage drawer is included in the instrument panel which may be used when the console is in any position, including its nested position.

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