Locating structure for an instrument panel assembly of a motor vehicle
US7658433B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 9, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K37/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An instrument panel assembly for a motor vehicle includes a first component, a second component and a frame. The first component has a first aperture. The second component has a second aperture. The frame has a main wall. The frame includes a generally cylindrical boss extending outwardly from the main wall. The boss has an outer surface. The boss has a bore aligned with the first aperture of the first component to receive a fastener therethrough to secure the first component to the frame. The boss extends through the second aperture of the second component such that the outer surface locates the second component relative to the frame along a plane generally orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of the boss. The second component is disposed between the first component and the frame so as to be constrained along the longitudinal axis of the boss.
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