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Method and apparatus for releasing brake interlock function for vehicle audio/video display unit

  • US 7,239,040 B2
  • Filed: 07/25/2003
  • Issued: 07/03/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/25/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An apparatus for releasing a brake interlock function of a vehicle audio/video system, comprising:

  • a display unit for the vehicle audio/video system for displaying images;

    a display compartment for receiving the display unit therein; and

    a release device attached to the display unit and the display compartment for producing a release signal when the display unit is installed in the display compartment;

    wherein the brake interlock function is released by the release signal when the display compartment having the display unit is mounted on a rear of a front or middle seat, thereby enabling the display unit; and

    wherein the release device includes a switch which is formed within the display compartment mounted on the front or middle seat when the display unit is installed in the display compartment.

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