Steering column support structure

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1997-01-17

1998-10-13

Lorence, Richard M.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

280777, B62D 116

Patent

active

058195920

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for supporting a steering column of an automotive vehicle includes support structure have laterally spaced support flanges. A bracket on the steering column has bracket flanges. Insolator pads secured to the support flanges have a connection with the bracket flanges which releases in response to collapse of the steering column in a frontal impact. The support flanges have forward extensions providing ramps which engage the bracket flanges to prevent the steering column from rising during its collapse or during column stroke.

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Chrysler Corp. Production Engineering Drawing for Steering Column Operation "Assemble Shield to Cast Bracket", Install Studs to Steering Column Cast Bracket, Install Steering Column Support Bracket to Dash, and Install Steering Column to Vehicle, each drawing depicting a bracket made public as of Jun. 19, 1996.

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