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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 31, 1981
Filed:
Oct. 12, 1979
Rene J Pouget, Levallois-Perret, FR;
Aciers et Outillage Peugeot, Audincourt, FR;
Abstract
The latch is of the type comprising a case for the latch mechanism and a keeper which is movable relative to the mechanism. An actuating element for releasing the latch mechanism and the keeper for opening the door is provided. Means are provided for reducing the force exerted on the actuating element by the keeper when opening the latch. The force reducing means comprise a lever which is pivotally mounted in the case and comprises at least one stop recess which cooperates with the actuating element and is pivotally mounted on a first link forming a claw for retaining the keeper in the latched position of the latch. The first link is pivotally mounted on a second link which is pivotally mounted in the case.