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Dipstick locator

US5101327A · kind A · utility

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13Claims
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Filing dateNov 13, 1990
Grant dateMar 31, 1992
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Expiry dateNov 13, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S362/80
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A dipstick locator device is mounted inside the engine compartment of a motor vehicle, and more particularly to the dipstick assembly. The device includes a light source which is activated at least when the hood is lifted to enable a person to locate the dipstick even under poor lighting conditions.

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