Adjustable shift detent assembly
US7069807B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20128
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle transmission detent assembly is provided that includes a housing having a bore. A movable shift rail is supported by the housing and includes a recess at least partially aligned with the bore. A detent is at least partially arranged within the bore and engages the recess. A biasing member generates a force on the detent and urges the detent into engagement with the recess. An adjustment member threadingly received within a portion of the housing coacts with the biasing member. Upon manipulation of the adjustment member, the biasing member may be moved between a plurality of compressive states in which each of the states generates a different force on the detent. In this manner, the biasing spring may be compressed or uncompressed to provide a desired shift feel.
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