Multi-functional retainer means, rear view device assembly method and vehicle
US11878628B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2300/8046
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure refers to a retainer assembly adapted to be installed between a base assembly of an exterior rear view device and a vehicle to which the exterior rear view device is mounted, the retainer assembly, comprising a retainer means adapted to be mounted on one side to a door attachment portion of a base frame of the base assembly and on the opposite side to a door panel of the vehicle, wherein the retainer means is provided with at least one opening for allowing at least one datum structural element of the door attachment portion of the base frame to pass thereto, and at least one guiding projection and/or at least one guiding channel portion for providing at least part of a guiding channel for routing and/or guiding at least one harness from the vehicle to an electric component of the rear view device, and/or at least one sealing portion for covering at least a portion of the at least one harness. It also refers to a exterior rear view device with such a retainer assembly, a method for assembling such a rear view device and a vehicle with such a rear view device.
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