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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 18, 2007
Filed:
Sep. 06, 2005
James G. O'connor, Oxford, MI (US);
James G. O'Connor, Oxford, MI (US);
Lear Corporation, Southfield, MI (US);
Abstract
A release actuating systemfor a seat assemblyin a vehicle. Conventionally, the system includes a seat backthat is removable through an arcuate range. The seat backis moveable between a design position (tilted upward and rearwardly) in which it may support a passenger, and a full fold flat position. Seat back latchessecure the seat back 14 in the design position. A seat cushionsupports the seat back. The seat cushionhas a rearward portion that cooperates with the seat back. The rearward portion also releasably engages floor latches. The seat cushionhas a forward portion that is pivotally attached to the vehicle floor. The seat cushionand seat backtumble forwardly when (a) the seat back latchesare disengaged; (b) the seat backlies in the full fold flat position; and (c) the floor latchesare disengaged. The tumble forward position facilitates occupant ingress and egress and provides access to luggage and storage areas. In operative communication with the seat back latchesand floor latches, there is provided a release strapand a pair of gears for releasing these latches. The invention also includes a method for actuating a release system for the seat assembly.