Vehicle liftgate with accessory component module
US7144065B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/696
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A unitary vehicle liftgate component module carries a plurality of pre-mounted vehicle liftgate components for one-step mounting on the liftgate when the module is attached to the liftgate. At least two of a liftgate wiper motor, a liftgate window latch, and liftgate window defrost terminal connectors are carried on the module or interact with portions carried on the module. In one aspect, the liftgate window latch striker and an optional electrical contact are carried on a support which is laterally adjustable with respect to a base fixed to the liftgate window for automatic centering of the striker and the optional contact as the liftgate window is moved to a closed position with respect to an opening in the liftgate.
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