Steering column lock assembly and method of operating the same

Details Steering column lock assembly and method of operating the same Steering column lock assembly and method of operating the same

2005-06-27

2008-08-05

Barrett, Suzanne D (Department: 3673)

Locks

Special application

For control and machine elements

C070S252000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07406845

ABSTRACT:
A steering column lock assembly and a method of operating the same, the steering column lock assembly including a steering column having a gear portion and a rotatable shaft; an actuator operably attached to the steering column, the actuator being free to translate with respect to the steering column; and a lever arm operably attached to the steering column; wherein translation of the actuator engages the lever arm with the gear portion to lock the steering column.

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