Patent classifications
B60J7/0084
Tensioner apparatus for use with vehicle sunroofs
Tensioner apparatus for use with vehicle sunroofs are disclosed. A disclosed assembly for a vehicle sunroof includes a sunshade tensioner defining a body that is configured to engage a sunshade of the vehicle sunroof to prevent the sunshade from wrinkling. The assembly also includes a first tab supported by a first component of the vehicle sunroof. The first tab is configured to extend through a first aperture positioned on the body to removably couple a first end of the body to the first support component.
TONNEAU COVER LATCH AND SIDE RAIL SYSTEM
The present disclosure describes a tonneau cover support system for a cargo bed of a truck. The tonneau cover support system includes a tonneau cover for covering the cargo bed, a plurality of side rails to support the tonneau cover when the tonneau cover is in a closed position, and a plurality of clamp assemblies for securing the plurality of side rails to side walls of the cargo bed. Each of the plurality of clamp assemblies is slid and mounted onto one of the plurality of side rails. The tonneau cover support system further includes a latch assembly having a latch and a plunger section. The latch is configured to be slid and mounted onto one of the plurality of side rails, and the plunger section is installed on the tonneau cover.
Drain apparatus for use with vehicle sunroofs
Drain apparatus for use with vehicle sunroofs are disclosed. A disclosed assembly for a vehicle sunroof includes a sunshade axle configured to receive a sunshade. The assembly also includes a sunroof drain supported by a component of the vehicle sunroof and configured to convey a fluid away from the vehicle sunroof. The sunroof drain includes a body that defines a fluid cavity and a bracket coupled to the body. The bracket is configured to hold the sunshade axle.
TENSIONER APPARATUS FOR USE WITH VEHICLE SUNROOFS
Tensioner apparatus for use with vehicle sunroofs are disclosed. A disclosed assembly for a vehicle sunroof includes a sunshade tensioner defining a body that is configured to engage a sunshade of the vehicle sunroof to prevent the sunshade from wrinkling. The assembly also includes a first tab supported by a first component of the vehicle sunroof. The first tab is configured to extend through a first aperture positioned on the body to removably couple a first end of the body to the first support component.
DRAIN APPARATUS FOR USE WITH VEHICLE SUNROOFS
Drain apparatus for use with vehicle sunroofs are disclosed. A disclosed assembly for a vehicle sunroof includes a sunshade axle configured to receive a sunshade. The assembly also includes a sunroof drain supported by a component of the vehicle sunroof and configured to convey a fluid away from the vehicle sunroof. The sunroof drain includes a body that defines a fluid cavity and a bracket coupled to the body. The bracket is configured to hold the sunshade axle.
VEHICLE REAR LIFTGATE SEAL
A liftgate seal is disclosed for a vehicle including a vehicle roof and a vehicle liftgate having a liftgate window pane, the liftgate seal includes a base wall, adapted to be secured to an interior surface of the window pane, and a channel structure including a first wall connected to the base wall and a second wall angled relative to the first wall. The second wall includes a distal end adapted to contact a rear edge of the vehicle roof when the vehicle liftgate is closed position thereby sealing a gap between the rear edge of the vehicle roof and the liftgate window pane.
Lifting guide mechanism for sunroof device
A lifting guide mechanism for a sunroof device that can be reduced in weight, thickness, and cost is provided. A second rear guide pin (27) is provided behind and above a first rear guide pin (26) which can be received in a guide groove (34). A first upper wall (32) is formed with a rear opening part (36) to allow the first rear guide pin (26) to get in and out of the guide groove (34). A first rear lifting guide member (39) is provided on the first upper wall (32) so as to project upward at rear of the rear opening part (36) to guide the second rear guide pin (27) when a movement of a movable panel (11) is switched between sliding and tilting. This eliminates the need for a member for guiding the first rear guide pin (26) in the guide groove (34), and thus, the panel guide rail (14) may have a single-level structure.
PICKUP TRUCK BED COVER
A truck bed assembly that is fuel efficient, aesthetically pleasing and unique.
Pickup truck bed cover
A truck bed assembly that is fuel efficient, aesthetically pleasing and unique.
WEATHER STRIP TENSIONER
A sunroof apparatus for an automotive vehicle includes a fixed glass panel having an outer rim, a movable glass panel having an outer rim, a weather strip between the glass panel and the movable glass panel, and a molded endcap attached to ends of the portion of the outer rim. A portion of the outer rim of the movable glass panel in the width direction of the vehicle is adjacent to the fixed panel and constitutes a water channel. A lock strip having a T-shaped cross-section extends along an inside of and beyond the ends of the water channel. The molded endcap places a force against a protruding portion of the lock strip that extends beyond the ends of the water channel to hold ends of the weather strip. The ends of the weather strip are prevented from being peeled back and creating a gap.