Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Hand operated
Patent
1997-09-17
1999-08-31
Jeffery, John A.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Hand operated
74531, 280775, B62D 118
Patent
active
059439165
ABSTRACT:
A steering column assembly unit of a motor vehicle steering column adjustable in height and tilt with a steering axle, a steering column housing accommodating the steering axle, and a fastening device for the detachable fixation of the steering column housing at a bracket that is a rigid part of the body. The fastening device has at least one plate assembly fixed at the steering column housing and the steering column housing includes a one-piece component provided with longitudinal holes. A plate assembly is arranged in at least one opening of the steering column housing. The steering column housing may be advantageously manufactured from an extruded aluminum section. A central through hole of the steering column housing accommodates the steering axle, wherein the steering axle is held by at least two bearings pressed in directly.
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Baumann Janet
Schafer Burkhard
Charles Marcus
Jeffery John A.
Lemforder Metallwaren AG
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