Internal-combustion engines – Charge forming device – Crankcase vapor used with combustible mixture
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-25
2007-12-25
McMahon, Marguerite (Department: 3747)
Internal-combustion engines
Charge forming device
Crankcase vapor used with combustible mixture
C138S145000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11462276
ABSTRACT:
A positive crankcase ventilation valve includes a flow restrictor movable in an orifice to vary flow of fumes from a crankcase to an intake manifold in a vehicle.
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Barnes & Thornburg LLP
McMahon Marguerite
Standard-Thomson Corporation
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