Patent ID: 7387311
Filing Date: 2008-06-17
Classification: B60R

Abstract:
1. A cover for an airbag module comprising: a plate member having a top surface to be exposed to a vehicle cabin and a back surface, wherein the plate member is configured to be mated with an instrument panel; and a frame member extending from and directly abutting the back surface of the plate member; wherein the plate member and the frame member are configured to be formed separately and joined after formation; wherein the frame member includes a first opening for the airbag such that the frame member does not deform when the airbag is being deployed, a second opening configured to be connected to a retainer for retaining the airbag, an extension member and a plurality of engaging holes disposed on the extension member for receiving connecting portions of the retainer; wherein a portion of the plate member is completely over the first opening of the frame member such that the portion of the back surface over the first opening is completely exposed to the airbag, and the entire periphery of the first opening of the frame member directly abuts the back surface of the plate member; and wherein the plate member is an elastomeric material.