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Vehicle transfer case shifter system

US5490434A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 28, 1994
Grant dateFeb 13, 1996
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/2042
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle transfer case shifter system including a shifter mechanism with a cable actuator for actuating the pivot arm of a transfer case. The shifter mechanism includes two plates, one connected to the shifter handle and the other to the cable. The one plate is vertically slidable relative to the other plate and uniquely coupled to the other plate.

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