Patent ID: 6015444
Filing Date: 2000-01-18
Classification: F16H,Y10T

Abstract:
An apparatus for venting a vehicular transmission containing a lubricating fluid, the apparatus comprising:a standpipe having a first end, a second end and an intermediate portion extending axially between said first and second ends, said first end of said standpipe having a threaded region adapted for engagement with the transmission, the threaded region being of a size to resist formation of a film of the lubricating fluid thereacross, said second end of said standpipe having at least one surface for transmitting torque to said standpipe, said intermediate portion having an axially extending passage and at least one radially extending passage;a cylinder adapted to receive a filter, the cylinder having a first end secured to said standpipe and having at least one aperture;a shroud secured to said standpipe; anda filter disposed between said cylinder and said standpipe.