Prop rod end piece

摘要

An end piece for connecting a prop rod to a seat includes a body having a first end and a second end opposite the first end. A flange is formed on the second end of the body, and is configured to abut the seat. The end piece may have a hole defined in the first end of the body, such that the prop rod inserted into the hole, or the end piece may connect to the prop rod with other structure. The end piece has a top key formed on the flange. The top key extends away from the body and helps hold the end piece to the seat.

主权项

1. A prop mechanism for a vehicle having a hood panel, comprising:
a prop rod having a first end and a second end opposite the first end; a pivot configured to rotatably attach the first end of the prop rod to the vehicle, wherein the pivot allows the prop rod to move between a stowed position and an engaged position; a seat on the hood panel; and an end piece attached to the second end of the prop rod, including:
a body having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, wherein the first end of the body mates with the second end of the prop rod;a flange on the second end of the body, wherein the flange is configured to abut the seat; anda top key formed on the flange extending away from the body, wherein the top key is configured to mate with the seat when the prop rod is moved into the engaged position.