Retainer for a hydraulic lash adjuster
US4793295A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 8, 1984 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01L2305/00
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hydraulic lash adjuster has a generally cylindrical, hollow body having a closed end, an open end and a top land at the open end. A plunger is positioned in the body and is held in place by a retainer. The retainer is fastened to the exterior of the body. The retainer has a rim supported on the top land of the body and is held in place by tabs which are folded under into grooves in the side of the body.
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