Locking device for vehicle steering spindle has locking element whose locking/unlocking movement, or that of its part that engages spindle recess, is essentially parallel to spindle axis

摘要

The locking device has a locking element (6) that engages a recess (A) in the steering spindle (2) in the locking position and can be withdrawn from the spindle to free it and an actuator for the locking element. The locking element is arranged so that its locking and unlocking movement, or that of its part (9) that engages the spindle recess, is essentially parallel to the spindle axis.