摘要 |
<p>A powered latching device (100) for an automotive vehicle convertible top (110) includes a reversible drive element linked to a latch incorporating a substantially J-shaped keeper for engaging a latch receiving flange portion of the vehicle's windshield header (112). The modular latching system is mounted to an articulated side rail of the convertible top, and, preferably two such latching systems are employed, one on each side rail of the convertible top. <IMAGE></p> |