Auxiliary installation tool for steering wheel cover

Abstract

The utility model discloses a steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool which comprises a long-strip-shaped main body, the long-strip-shaped main body comprises a clamping part, and the clamping part is bent towards one side and is hooked with the inner side of a steering wheel cover; the holding part is in a long strip shape integrally connected with the clamping part, and a protective contact surface is arranged on the side surface, in contact with the automobile steering wheel, of the long-strip-shaped holding part; when in use, the steering wheel cover is clamped between a steering wheel and the steering wheel cover, the supporting part is propped against the steering wheel as a fulcrum, and the lower surface of the clamping part is clamped on the inner ring surface of the steering wheel cover, so that the edge of the steering wheel cover can be easily pulled open by utilizing the lever principle, and the installation is convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts, specifically to a steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool. Background Technology

[0002] In modern society, more and more families own cars, and drivers often install comfortable steering wheel covers to improve driving comfort. Existing steering wheel covers consist of an inner rubber ring and a leather or similar material wrapped around it. Due to the material of the rubber ring and its anti-slip purpose, it requires elasticity to wrap around the steering wheel. Furthermore, the difference between the maximum outer diameter of the rubber ring and the outer diameter of its inner opening makes installation time-consuming and laborious. People with less strength often find it difficult to pull open the edge of the steering wheel cover, hindering its use and widespread adoption. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a special tool that can press down on the edge of the steering wheel cover to enlarge the opening for installation. However, such tools generally have a certain degree of hardness, which can easily damage the steering wheel and the steering wheel cover. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve the above technical problems, this utility model provides a solution.

[0004] The present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A steering wheel cover installation aid includes an elongated body, the elongated body comprising a grip and a locking part integrally connected to the grip:

[0006] The engaging part is bent to one side and hooks onto the inside of the steering wheel sleeve;

[0007] The grip section, which is long and narrow, has a steering wheel protection contact surface on its side that bends in the opposite direction to the engagement section.

[0008] Preferably, the protective contact surface is a protective layer that is attached to one side of the grip / grip and engagement portion. The attachment surface of the protective layer is the side that contacts the steering wheel and is opposite to the bending direction of the engagement portion.

[0009] Preferably, the protective layer is a single-sided adhesive layer made of nano-acrylic UV colloid, or a smooth silicone layer, or a POM plastic layer wrapped by thermoforming, adhesive fixing, injection molding, or film wrapping.

[0010] Preferably, the protective contact surface has a smooth, arc-shaped groove on the grip portion that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel cover.

[0011] Preferably, the installation tool is a long, flat strip made of metal, or a flat strip made of metal / nylon.

[0012] Preferably, the installation tool is a long, flat strip made of metal, and its lateral width gradually decreases from the engaging part; the side of the metal installation tool opposite to the bending direction of the engaging part has a smooth, arc-shaped groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel sleeve.

[0013] Preferably, the installation tool is a flat strip made of metal / nylon, and the side of the metal / nylon installation tool opposite to the bending direction of the engaging part has a smooth arc-shaped groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel sleeve.

[0014] Preferably, the engaging portion is integrally connected to a supporting portion, which is located at the bend of the engaging portion. The engaging portion includes an upper engaging surface and a lower engaging surface with a transverse arc shape, the curvature of which is the same as that of a car steering wheel. The upper engaging surface can fit against the steering wheel. The supporting portion includes an upper supporting surface and a lower supporting surface with a transverse arc shape, the curvature of which is the same as that of a car steering wheel. The upper supporting surface can fit against the steering wheel.

[0015] Preferably, the support portion connects the engaging portion and the extension portion, and a force-bearing portion is provided between the extension portion and the grip portion. The force-bearing portion is longitudinally curved so that the included angle between the extension portion and the grip portion is between 120° and 160°.

[0016] Preferably, the extension is provided with a through circular hole near the support, which is used to install the conical head of the window breaker.

[0017] Preferably, the included angle between the engaging portion and the extension portion is between 60° and 90°.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0019] 1. In use, the engaging part of the installation tool of this utility model engages inside the steering wheel cover, while the grip part acts as a handle and fulcrum against the steering wheel. The lower surface of the engaging part is embedded in the inner rim of the steering wheel cover. Utilizing the lever principle, the edge of the steering wheel cover can be easily pulled open, thus gradually slipping the steering wheel cover onto the steering wheel until it is completely installed. This steering wheel installation tool is labor-saving and also protects the surface from damage to the car steering wheel.

[0020] 2. The outer layer of this utility model is wrapped with nano glue, silicone or POM plastic, and the surface in contact with the steering wheel is smooth and burr-free. It can be easily embedded between the steering wheel and the steering wheel cover without causing wear to the steering wheel and the steering wheel cover.

[0021] 3. This installation tool also features a hole for easy installation of the window breaker's conical head. This conical head can be a cylindrical pin with a tapered internal thread, which can be secured to the sheet-like installation tool with screws; or it can be a carbide tip specifically designed for window breakers, fixed to the metal sheet-like installation tool with a C-shaped clip. Therefore, this metal sheet-like steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool combines the functions of a steering wheel cover installation tool, a shoehorn, and a window breaker. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Side view.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a diagram illustrating the installation of a steering wheel cover.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the conical head with a window breaker of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] In the figure, there is a locking part 10, a supporting part 20, an extension part 30, a force-bearing part 40, a gripping part 50, a through hole 310, a window breaker cone head 311, an upper locking curved surface 10a, a lower locking curved surface 10b, an upper supporting curved surface 20a, and a lower supporting curved surface 20b. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0030] Example 1:

[0031] like Figure 6As shown, this utility model provides a steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool, including a long strip-shaped main body made of stainless steel. The long strip-shaped main body includes: a locking part 10, which is bent to one side and hooks onto the inner side of the steering wheel cover; and a grip part 50, which is connected to the locking part 10 by a support part 20. The grip part 50 is a long strip integrally connected to the locking part 10, with a length of 15.5 cm and a width of 4.5 cm. The side of the long strip-shaped grip part 50 that contacts the car steering wheel has a protective contact surface. The protective contact surface is formed by the grip part 50 having an arc-shaped smooth groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel cover. That is, the back of the grip part 50 (opposite to the bending direction of the locking part 10) is an inwardly concave arc-shaped curved surface, which matches the curvature of the steering wheel when in contact with it, avoiding damage from leverage during installation.

[0032] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the engaging part 10 is integrally connected to the supporting part 20. The supporting part 20 is located at the bend of the engaging part 10. The engaging part 10 includes an upper engaging surface 10a and a lower engaging surface 10b with a transverse arc shape. The arc curvature is the same as that of a car steering wheel. The upper engaging surface 10a can fit against the steering wheel. The supporting part 20 includes an upper supporting surface 20a and a lower supporting surface 20b with a transverse arc shape. The arc curvature of the upper supporting surface 20a and the lower supporting surface 20b is the same as that of a car steering wheel. The upper supporting surface 20a can fit against the steering wheel to avoid damage from leverage during installation.

[0033] Example 2:

[0034] like Figure 1 , 3 As shown in Figure 4, in this embodiment, the installation tool is a long strip-shaped sheet made of metal. The maximum lateral width of the engaging part 10 is 4.5cm, which gradually decreases from the engaging part 10 towards the grip, and the overall length is 14cm. The side of the metal installation tool opposite to the bending direction of the engaging part 10 has a smooth arc-shaped groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel cover.

[0035] In this embodiment, the grip portion 50 is divided into an extension portion 30, and a force-bearing portion 40 is provided between the extension portion 30 and the grip portion 50. The force-bearing portion 40 is longitudinally curved, so that the included angle between the extension portion 30 and the grip portion 50 is between 120° and 160°. In this embodiment, the included angle is 160 degrees. When the hand grips the grip portion 50, the web of the thumb is positioned exactly on the force-bearing portion 40. The bend provides a force-bearing point, and when pressing down on the edge of the steering wheel cover, the web of the thumb fits against the force-bearing portion 40, providing better force application.

[0036] The included angle between the engaging part and the extended part is between 60° and 90°, and in this embodiment the included angle is 80°.

[0037] In this embodiment, a protective layer is provided on the back side of the extension portion 30 (opposite to the bending direction of the engaging portion 10). The protective layer is attached separately to the extension portion 30, or attached to one side of the extension portion 30 and the engaging portion 10. The attached side is the side that contacts the car steering wheel and is opposite to the bending direction of the engaging portion.

[0038] The protective layer is a single-sided adhesive layer made of nano-acrylic UV colloid, or a smooth silicone layer, or a POM plastic layer wrapped by thermoforming, adhesive fixing, injection molding, or film wrapping. This embodiment uses a single-sided adhesive layer of nano-acrylic UV colloid, resulting in smooth, burr-free edges. Furthermore, the elasticity of the single-sided adhesive layer prevents wear on the steering wheel and steering wheel cover.

[0039] The engaging part 10 includes an upper engaging curved surface 10a and a lower engaging curved surface 10b. The upper engaging curved surface 10a can fit against the steering wheel, and the lower engaging curved surface 10b fits against the inner surface of the steering wheel cover. In use, the engaging part 10 is inserted between the steering wheel and the steering wheel cover. The upper engaging curved surface 10a abuts against the steering wheel, and the lower engaging curved surface 10b abuts against the inner surface of the steering wheel cover. By holding the grip part 50 and pressing down, the opening at the edge of the steering wheel cover is enlarged using the lever principle, and the steering wheel cover and the steering wheel are engaged together.

[0040] Example 3:

[0041] Based on the above embodiments, the installation tool is a flat strip made of metal / nylon. The side of this metal / nylon installation tool, opposite in bending direction to the engaging part 10, has a smooth, arc-shaped groove that fits the curved surface of the steering wheel sleeve. Unlike the sheet-like strips in embodiments 1 and 2, its cross-section is a slotted shape with rounded ends, making the leverage effect less strenuous. Simultaneously, the smooth, arc-shaped groove protects the car steering wheel, preventing damage during installation.

[0042] Example 4:

[0043] like Figure 5 As shown, based on Embodiment 3, a through circular hole 310 is provided at the junction of the support portion 20 and the extension portion 30 for installing the conical head 311 of the window breaker. The conical head 311 of the window breaker adopts a tapered internal threaded pin cylindrical pin. The conical head 311 of the window breaker is connected to the installation tool by a fastening screw, and can be installed when the window breaker is needed. In another embodiment, the conical head can also be a carbide tip specifically for window breakers, which is fixed to the metal plate installation tool by a C-type buckle.

[0044] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the scope of the claims. Any improvements and modifications made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model should also be considered as part of the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool, comprising a long strip-shaped main body, characterized in that, The elongated main body includes a grip (50) and a locking part (10) integrally connected to the grip (50): The engaging part (10) is bent to one side and hooks onto the inside of the steering wheel sleeve; The grip (50) has a steering wheel protection contact surface on the side opposite to the bending direction of the engaging part.

2. The steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective contact surface is a protective layer that is attached to one side of the grip (50) / grip (50) and engagement part (10). The surface on which the protective layer is attached is the side that contacts the car steering wheel and is opposite to the bending direction of the engagement part.

3. The steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 2, characterized in that, The protective layer is a single-sided adhesive layer made of nano-acrylic UV colloid, or a smooth silicone layer, or a POM plastic layer wrapped by thermoforming, adhesive fixing, injection molding, or film wrapping.

4. The steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective contact surface is a grip (50) with a smooth, arc-shaped groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel cover.

5. The steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The installation tool is a long, flat strip made of metal, or a flat strip made of metal / nylon.

6. A steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The installation tool is a long, flat strip made of metal, and its lateral width gradually decreases from the engaging part (10). The side of the metal installation tool that is bent in the opposite direction to the engaging part (10) has a smooth, arc-shaped groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel sleeve.

7. A steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The installation tool is a flat strip made of metal / nylon. The side of the metal / nylon installation tool opposite to the bending direction of the engaging part (10) has a smooth arc-shaped groove that matches the arc surface of the steering wheel sleeve.

8. The steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The engaging part (10) is integrally connected to the supporting part (20). The supporting part (20) is located at the bend of the engaging part (10). The engaging part (10) includes an upper engaging surface (10a) and a lower engaging surface (10b) with a transverse arc shape. The arc curvature is the same as the curvature of the car steering wheel. The upper engaging surface (10a) can fit with the steering wheel. The supporting part (20) includes an upper supporting surface (20a) and a lower supporting surface (20b) with a transverse arc shape. The arc curvature of the upper supporting surface (20a) and the lower supporting surface (20b) is the same as the curvature of the car steering wheel. The upper supporting surface (20a) can fit with the steering wheel.

9. A steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 8, characterized in that, The support part (20) connects the engaging part (10) and the extension part (30). A force-bearing part (40) is provided between the extension part (30) and the grip part (50). The force-bearing part (40) is longitudinally bent so that the included angle between the extension part (10) and the grip part (50) is between 120° and 160°.

10. A steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 9, characterized in that, The extension (30) has a through hole (310) near the support (20), which is used to install the conical head (311) of the window breaker.

11. A steering wheel cover auxiliary installation tool according to claim 9, characterized in that, The included angle between the engaging part (10) and the extension part (30) is between 60° and 90°.

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