Patent ID: 7837248
Filing Date: 2010-11-23
Classification: B60R

Abstract:
1. A trim panel system for concealing a structural member of an automotive vehicle, the structural member having a fastener engaged therewith, the system comprising: a trim panel mounted over the structural member and having an inner surface facing the structural member and an outer surface, the trim panel having an additional surface defining an irregularly shaped opening in the trim panel in registration with the fastener; and an access panel secured to the trim panel and being configured to fill the opening in the trim panel, the access panel including a hook portion projecting away from the outer surface of the trim panel and an anchor (i) projecting away from the inner surface of the trim panel, (ii) being configured to secure the access panel to the trim panel, and (iii) including a projection configured to pass through the irregularly shaped opening to orient the access panel relative to the trim panel.