Assembly for coupling a locating member to a diaphragm, particularly for an automotive clutch
US5082098A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 19, 1989 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 19, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D23/146
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automotive clutch has a diaphragm coupled to a clutch actuating member through a locating member and a coupling clip, the latter being arranged to join the clutch actuating member to the locating member by means of a snap fit. A "cage" is defined axially between the locating member and a retaining plate which is disposed on the side of the locating member opposite to the diaphragm. The assembly further includes a resilient member having a plurality of tongues extending axially through the diaphragm, and is hooked on the retaining plate by means of these tongues. The resilient member is arranged on the side of the diaphragm opposite to the locating member.
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