Vehicle shifter locking device
US4231241A · kind A · utility
Assignee
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 1978 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20702
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A locking device for preventing the theft of certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The device is designed to mount on the shift lever of certain types of automatic transmissions and prevent shifting out of the PARK position, thus preventing theft of the automobile, even though the engine may be started by unauthorized means. The device is readily attachable to automatic transmission shift levers of the type for which it is designed, cannot be removed without a key, is positive in operation so as to prevent shifting of the transmission when locked, is simple and economical to manufacture, and is reliable and effective in preventing unauthorized operation of a vehicle.
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