Patent ID: 7347574
Filing Date: 2008-03-25
Classification: B60K,G01D

Abstract:
1. An instrument gage assembly comprising: an applique; at least one gage mechanism mounted to a rear surface of the applique, each gage mechanism including a pointer shaft extending through the applique and projecting outward from a front surface of the applique; a gage pointer mounted onto each pointer shaft adjacent the front surface of the applique, the front surface of the applique including graphics printed thereon; a plurality of lights mounted behind the applique to illuminate the graphics printed on the applique; and a one-piece lens positioned at a distance from the applique with the gage pointer being positioned between the front surface of the applique and the lens, the lens including a lens body having functional graphics molded therein to compliment the functionality of the gage pointer and being visible when the lights behind the applique are either on or not on.