Column shifter with impact absorbing structure

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APP PUB NO 20050066760A1
SERIAL NO

10953628

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A column shifter has an impact absorbing structure. The column shifter includes a shift lever rotatably supported to a steering column. The column shifter includes a bellcrank supported to the steering column and being rotatable by the shift lever about the rotation center to operate a transmission. The bellcrank includes a first link angularly-displaced by the shift lever. The bellcrank includes a second link separated angularly from the first link about the rotation center. The second link includes a distal end connected to the transmission. The second link includes a strength weakened portion between the distal end and the rotation center.

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FUJIKIKO KABUSHIKI KAISHATOKYO

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Takikawa, Yoshihiro Hoi-gun, JP 58 487

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