Patent ID: 6367857
Filing Date: 2002-04-09
Classification: B60N,B60R

Abstract:
A removable console assembly for a motor vehicle having a floor, the removable console assembly comprising:a main body defining an inner cavity, the main body having at least one open side; at least one panel providing access to the inner cavity; a latching arrangement including a handle for manually operating the latching arrangement, the handle disposed within the inner cavity; and a bracket assembly for attachment to the floor, the bracket assembly releasably receiving the main body and including: an electrical connection mechanism having a first member for permanent electrical connection with a battery of the motor vehicle and a second member selectively in electrical engagement with the first member; at least one mounting point for receiving the latching arrangement for holding the removable console assembly in position on the bracket assembly; and an electrical connector for selective electrical contact with said second member; wherein the console assembly is selectively releasable from the bracket, for one of either repositioning or removing the console assembly by operating the handle.