Tilt steering column locking mechanism

Details Tilt steering column locking mechanism Tilt steering column locking mechanism

1995-05-15

1996-10-22

Herrmann, Allan D.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

74540, 280775, B62D 118

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055665853

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for releasably locking the tilt steering column assembly of an automotive vehicle in adjusted position. A rack on the steering column assembly is engaged by a pawl to lock the steering column assembly in the position selected by the driver. A bracket is provided to hold the pawl engaged with the rack and prevent it from becoming disengaged. The tilt of the steering column can be re-adjusted by moving the bracket so that the pawl can disengage the rack. A latch is provided for latching the bracket in its position holding the pawl engaged with the rack.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4594909 (1986-06-01), Yamaguchi
patent: 4892330 (1990-01-01), Beauch
patent: 5143402 (1992-09-01), Higashino et al.
patent: 5144855 (1992-09-01), Yamaguchi et al.
patent: 5452624 (1995-09-01), Thomas et al.

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