Flexible mounting system for powertrain mounted components

摘要

A mounting system for powertrain components requiring axial installation and radial removal thereof is provided. A mounting flange is integrally cast with a powertrain component and extends outwardly therefrom. An opening extends through the mounting flange defining a mounting flange axis and axially receives a portion of a powertrain component for support therein, and by the mounting flange. A separation line extends diametrically across the mounting flange to define a separated portion and a remaining portion of the mounting flange. Fasteners are configured to removeably attach the separated portion to the remaining portion to thereby facilitate removal of the powertrain component from the powertrain assembly in a radial direction.

主权项

1. A mounting system for powertrain components requiring axial installation and radial removal thereof, comprising;
a powertrain assembly comprising a cylinder block; a mounting flange integrally cast with the cylinder block and extending outwardly from an outer surface of the cylinder block; an opening extending through the mounting flange, defining a mounting flange axis, and having an inner circumference configured to axially receive a portion of a powertrain component, for support therein by the mounting flange; a plurality of bores positioned on the mounting flange and extending substantially parallel to the mounting flange axis; a fracture line formed by a fracturing process performed on the mounting flange, the fracture line extending diametrically across the mounting flange, to thereby define a separated portion and a remaining portion of the mounting flange; and fasteners to removeably attach the separated portion to the remaining portion to facilitate removal of the powertrain component from the powertrain assembly in a direction that extends radially from the mounting flange axis.