Retractable steering column with manual retrieval
US9919724B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2025/2084
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steering column assembly is provided and includes a steering column shaft and a column adjustment assembly configured to translate the steering column shaft between a retracted position and a deployed position. A disengagement assembly selectively couples a steering column telescope lead screw to the column adjustment assembly. The disengagement assembly is configured to selectively disengage the telescope lead screw from the column adjustment assembly to facilitate manual movement of the steering column shaft between the retracted position and the deployed position.
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