Patent ID: 7743901
Filing Date: 2010-06-29
Classification: B60T,F16H

Abstract:
1. A parking lock releasing apparatus comprising: a manipulator element operable to select a parking range of an automatic transmission; a sensor operable to detect a selection by the manipulator element; an actuator operable to operate a parking lock mechanism of the automatic transmission based on a detection by the sensor; a manual lever operable to manually release an operation of the parking lock mechanism, wherein the manual lever is distinct from the manipulator element; a locking device which allows an operation of the manual lever on condition that a parking brake device is in operation; a lid operable to cover the manual lever, wherein the locking device is operable to lock the lid in a closed position; and a primary linkage portion operable to release an operation of the locking device interlockingly with an operation of the parking brake device.