Component module applique for vehicle lift gate
US7537256B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 10, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R11/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A module in the form of a carrier with an optional decorative body is mountable on an exterior surface of a vehicle lift gate and provides a mounting platform for a plurality of components. The components include at least two of light sources in the form of LEDs or incandescent bulbs, an actuatable switch, a camera, a key lock cylinder and a movable handle. The carrier is affixed to the body and is alignable with apertures in the body for transmission of light from the light sources exteriorly of the body as well as to provide a field of view for the camera. The electric switch is actuatable through a resilient membrane.
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