Patent ID: 6033003
Filing Date: 2000-03-07
Classification: B60R,B62D

Abstract:
A spare tire storage system for a vehicle having a floor with a recess formed therein and a headliner, the spare tire storage system comprising:a compartment located below the floor of the vehicle, said compartment including a storage area and an opening thereto;a cover having a front edge and a rear edge, said cover adapted for selectively concealing said opening; anda pivoting element disposed at said front edge of said cover; said pivoting element cooperative with said recess and capable of pivoting said cover about said front edge and capable of disengagement such that said cover may be removed from said vehicle, said recess being bound by a top support and a bottom support, said cover being selectively moveable to a substantially vertical position while said pivoting element is in substantial contact with said top support and said bottom support.