CAGE STUD ASSEMBLY AND RELATED ASSEMBLY METHODS

摘要

In accordance with a first aspect of the present disclosure, a method of assembling a first automobile component relative to a second automobile component is provided. The method includes providing a cage fastener assembly that includes a cage and a first fastener. The cage includes a cavity, and the first fastener includes a head portion and a threaded shank portion. The head portion is at least partially disposed within the cavity. The threaded shank portion extends from the cavity along a longitudinal axis. The method also includes fixedly coupling the cage to the first automobile component such that the longitudinal axis extends in a substantially horizontal direction during first and second automobile component assembly. The method further includes positioning the threaded shank portion through an aperture of the second automobile component such that a full weight of the second automobile component is supported by the shank.

主权项

1. A method of assembling a first automobile component relative to a second automobile component, the method comprising:
providing a cage fastener assembly that includes a cage and a first fastener, the cage including a base portion and an arm portion defining a cavity, the first fastener including a head portion at least partially disposed within the cavity and a threaded shank portion coupled to the head portion, the threaded shank portion extending from the cavity along a longitudinal axis; fixedly coupling the cage to the first automobile component such that the longitudinal axis extends in a substantially horizontal direction during first and second automobile component assembly; positioning the threaded shank portion through an aperture of the second automobile component wherein a full weight of the second automobile component is supported by the shank; and after supporting the second automobile component on the shank, rotating a cooperating threaded fastener onto the threaded shank of the first fastener wherein the first automobile component is fixedly coupled in a desired position relative to the second automobile component.