Patent ID: 6065801
Filing Date: 2000-05-23
Classification: B60J

Abstract:
A rear drain channel arrangement for a frame structure of an outer slide automotive sunroof, said frame structure comprising a pair of side frame members extending on either side of an opening in an automotive fixed roof, a front drain channel member extending under a front edge of said fixed roof opening across front ends of said side frame members, and a rear drain channel member extending under a rear edge of said fixed roof opening across rear end portions of said side frame members, further comprising:a depending piece extending from each side end portion of said rear drain channel member; anda connecting member adapted to be fitted in an opening formed in one of said side frame members, and having a gap adapted to receive said depending piece;wherein said connecting member is provided with a first snap fit arrangement for engagement with said side frame member opening, and a second snap fit arrangement for engagement with said depending piece.