Powered vehicle door latch and actuator therefor
US6764113B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 19, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 19, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/1082
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A latch assembly has a ratchet that pivots between open and closed conditions selectively cinching a striker. A pawl engages the ratchet. A pawl lever engages the pawl for releasing rotation thereof. An inside release assembly has an inside release lever connected to an inside clutch lever and an override lever. The inside clutch lever selectively engages the pawl lever. Manipulation of the inside release lever selectively releases the pawl lever. An outside clutch lever selectively engages the pawl lever. Manipulation of the outside release lever releases the pawl lever when the outside clutch lever engages the pawl lever. A first motor operably engages a first shaft having a lock cam. A second motor operably engages a second rotatably mounted shaft having a child lock cam. The lock cam is rotatable to engage the inside and outside clutch levers and the override lever.
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