Vehicle trim locating and attachment system

Details Vehicle trim locating and attachment system Vehicle trim locating and attachment system

2007-09-11

2007-09-11

Gutman, H (Department: 3612)

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Structural detail

Reexamination Certificate

active

11161836

ABSTRACT:
A vehicle trim component locating and attachment system is provided for connecting a trim component to a vehicle base panel having an aperture. The system includes a locator projection integrally formed on the component and including first and second ends. The first end is configured to project through the panel aperture, and the second end is configured to receive a screw. The projection provides for location of the component relative to the panel, and further provides for secure attachment of the component to the panel by the screw. A method of locating and connecting vehicle components is also provided. The method includes the steps of forming an aperture in a panel, providing a component for attachment to the panel, with the component including a projection as described herein, and attaching the component to the panel by inserting a screw in the projection while the projection is positioned within the aperture.

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