Glass side door assembly for motor vehicle

Abstract

The invention relates to an assembly (26) for a side door of a motor vehicle. The assembly (26) comprises: a vertical slide (38) capable of guiding a movable window of the side door; a trim element (22), also called a trim for the vertical slide; the vertical slide comprising a body (40) with a vertical groove (78) intended to guide the movable window, a positioning orifice (42) passing through the vertical slide (38); the trim element comprising a positioning stud (44) cooperating with the positioning orifice in order to ensure vertical positioning. The vertical slide comprises transverse retention means (54) configured to transversely retain the positioning stud (44) in the positioning orifice (42) in order to maintain the trim element (22) in position relative to the vertical slide (38). Figure to be published with the abstract: Figure 5

Description

Title of the invention: Assembly for a glazed side door of a motor vehicle

[0001] The invention relates to the field of motor vehicle side doors. The invention relates to the fixing of a trim element along an edge of a movable window of a motor vehicle side door. The invention relates to the positioning of a trim element relative to a vertical slide of a motor vehicle side door window. The subject of the invention is an assembly for a motor vehicle side door. The subject of the invention is also a motor vehicle.

[0002] Generally speaking, a motor vehicle side door has a window that moves in an opening and closing movement. These vertical movements are guided by slides receiving its front and rear edges. In addition to guiding, the vertical slides ensure a seal against water and air. These slides are connected to the frame of the side door.

[0003] Trims are commonly fitted to the front and rear of the window to conceal the window edges and the slides. A trim comprises an outer panel which is pressed transversely against the door frame by pressing the associated slide. On the finished vehicle, the outer panels must appear aligned and flush with the door frame and the vehicle body. This prevents the generation of whistling noises and optimises aerodynamics.

[0004] It is known that to ensure the vertical position of a slide trim, a fixing element, also known as a "lego brick", is integrated into said slides. When assembled with a protruding index carried by the outer trim panel, it makes it possible to guarantee the vertical position of said panel which can thus no longer sag. This improves the perceived quality.

[0005] However, to date, nothing can guarantee the plating of the trims on the slides in the transverse direction, leading to perceived quality defects; in addition to aero-acoustic defects, such as air leaks, water inlets appear.

[0006] Document FR3057213A1 presents a motor vehicle, a side door of which is provided with a window translating vertically in a guide slide; itself covered with a finishing element. In other words, the motor vehicle comprises a glazed device assembled to a door box. The door comprises at least one movable glazed panel and guide rails for sliding the movable glazed panel between a closed position and at least one open position, the movable glazed panel carrying, on its face facing the interior of the vehicle, at least a guide shoe mounted to slide relative to one of the guide rails. The glazed device comprises a finishing element mounted on one of the guide rails. The finishing element and the rail comprising: complementary centering means allowing the finishing element to be positioned on the rail, and complementary fixing means allowing the finishing element to be locked in position on the rail. A top centering element allows the trim to be positioned in longitudinal and vertical directions on the rail. It cooperates with a rectangular-shaped light extending vertically.

[0007] This device allows precise positioning of the hubcap. However, there is a need to further improve the positioning accuracy. In particular, there is a need to improve the precision and firmness of holding over the entire height of the hubcap, particularly at its vertical ends.

[0008] The invention aims to address at least one of the problems or drawbacks encountered in the prior art. In particular, the invention aims to improve the positioning of a trim element on a vertical slide of a motor vehicle side door window. The invention also aims to optimize: the positioning in several directions, the mass, the ease of mounting of a trim element on a vertical slide of a motor vehicle door window.

[0009] According to a first aspect, the invention proposes an assembly for a side door of a motor vehicle; the assembly comprising: a vertical slide capable of guiding a movable window of the side door; a covering element of the vertical slide; the vertical slide comprising a body with a vertical groove intended to guide the movable window, a positioning orifice passing through the vertical slide; the covering element comprising a positioning stud cooperating with the positioning orifice in order to ensure vertical positioning; remarkable in that the vertical slide comprises transverse retention means configured to transversely retain the positioning stud in the positioning orifice in order to maintain the covering element in position relative to the vertical slide.

[0010] The invention secures the transverse position of the covering element thanks to the transverse retention means. Thus, the positioning stud contributes to the positioning in several directions. Therefore, the same entity of the covering element follows several indexings, which optimizes compactness. Furthermore, the assembly remains simple as does the manufacturing.

[0011] Preferably, the vertical slide comprises a positioning branch, said positioning branch comprising a transverse end intended to be transversely against a side door frame in order to transversely position said vertical slide relative to said frame; the positioning stud being vertical- wedged against said positioning branch.

[0012] Preferably, the transverse retention means are vertically at a distance from said positioning branch.

[0013] Preferably, the covering element comprises a vertical main direction; the positioning pad and the positioning branch comprise a positioning interface inclined relative to the vertical main direction by an angle of inclination, said angle of inclination being between 45° and 85°.

[0014] Preferably, the angle of inclination is between 55° and 70°.

[0015] Preferably, the positioning stud comprises a bearing surface against a receiving surface of the positioning branch, said receiving surface extending into the positioning orifice; and / or the transverse retention means are vertically opposite the positioning branch relative to the positioning orifice.

[0016] Preferably, the positioning orifice comprises a contour, the transverse retention means extending from said contour.

[0017] Preferably, the transverse retention means are in the positioning orifice.

[0018] Preferably, the positioning pad comprises a retention cavity, the transverse retention means extending into the retention cavity.

[0019] Preferably, the retention cavity forms a passage passing through the positioning pad.

[0020] Preferably, the positioning pad comprises at least one stiffening rib; the transverse retention means extending vertically at the level of the at least one stiffening rib; and / or the at least one stiffening rib comprises two stiffening ribs, the transverse retention means extending between the two stiffening ribs.

[0021] Preferably, the transverse retention means comprise a tab.

[0022] Preferably, the tab is a vertical tab.

[0023] Preferably, the tab comprises a first portion extending from the body and having a first thickness, and a second portion extending from the first portion, cooperating with the positioning stud and having a second thickness greater than the first thickness.

[0024] Preferably, the second portion is longer than the first portion.

[0025] Preferably, the covering element is an exterior covering element.

[0026] Preferably, the covering element comprises an exterior panel.

[0027] Preferably, the vertical slide comprises a receiving surface extending through the positioning orifice and / or beyond the positioning orifice.

[0028] Preferably, the vertical groove comprises at least one sealing lip.

[0029] Preferably, the positioning pad and the positioning branch comprise an inclination of 55° and 85° relative to the vertical groove.

[0030] Preferably, the positioning stud is vertically between the positioning branch and the transverse retention means.

[0031] Preferably, the positioning pad is an upper positioning pad at an upper end of the covering element; the covering element further comprising a lower positioning pad under the upper positioning pad.

[0032] Preferably, the positioning pad comprises at least one lower wing forming the support surface.

[0033] Preferably, the positioning orifice is at a distance from the vertical groove.

[0034] Preferably, the support surface of the positioning pad is inclined relative to the horizontal direction.

[0035] Preferably, the support surface is vertically at a distance from the retention means.

[0036] Preferably, the passage passes vertically through the positioning pad.

[0037] According to another aspect, the invention proposes an assembly for a glazed side door of a motor vehicle; the assembly comprising a vertical slide capable of guiding a movable window, an external trim masking the vertical slide; the vertical slide comprising a body with a vertical groove, a positioning branch extending transversely inward from the body, and a positioning orifice adjacent to the positioning branch; the trim comprising a positioning stud passing through the positioning orifice and bearing against the positioning branch; remarkable in that the positioning orifice comprises means for retaining the positioning stud in order to hold it against the positioning branch. This assembly adds a direction for holding the stud, which improves the positioning of the trim element.

[0038] According to another aspect, the invention provides a side door with an assembly; remarkable in that the assembly is in accordance with the invention.

[0039] Preferably, the positioning pad is at a distance from the frame.

[0040] Preferably, the retention means are at a distance from the frame.

[0041] According to another aspect, the invention proposes a motor vehicle; said motor vehicle comprising a side door with a frame, an opening passing through the frame, a movable window capable of closing the opening, an assembly comprising a vertical slide capable of guiding the movable window, a trim element covering the vertical slide; remarkable in that the assembly is in accordance with the invention.

[0042] Preferably the positioning branch is transversely against the frame of the side door.

[0043] According to another aspect, the invention relates to a motor vehicle with a door side; remarkable in that the side door is in accordance with the invention.

[0044] Each characteristic introduced by the expression “preferably” given in relation to one of the aspects of the invention applies to all the other aspects of the invention.

[0045] The invention will be well understood and other aspects and advantages will appear clearly on reading the description which follows, given with reference to the figures appended and listed below.

[0046] [Fig.l] is a side view of a motor vehicle according to the invention.

[0047] [Fig.2] is a section of a cladding element against a vertical slide mounted against a side door frame of a motor vehicle according to the invention.

[0048] [Fig. 3] shows from the front a positioning orifice with transverse retention means of a vertical slide of a side door of a motor vehicle according to the invention.

[0049] [Fig.4] is an isometric view of a trim element with a positioning stud for a side door of a motor vehicle according to the invention.

[0050] [Fig.5] is a section of an interface between a positioning branch and a positioning stud of a side door of a motor vehicle according to the invention.

[0051] In the following description, the term "comprise" is synonymous with "include" and is not limiting in that it allows the presence of other elements in the motor vehicle or other steps in the method to which it relates. It is understood that the term "comprise" includes the terms "consist of". The terms "external" and "internal" will designate respectively that which is oriented towards the outside of the vehicle and towards the inside of the vehicle.

[0052] In the present description, the term “longitudinal”, the term “longitudinally”, the term “transverse”, and the term “transversely” are used according to the reference frame of the vehicle, in the mounting configuration. The term “longitudinal” corresponds to the main direction of movement of the vehicle. The term “transverse” corresponds to a direction perpendicular to the main direction of movement of the vehicle. The term “front” refers to the main direction of movement of the vehicle. The term “rear” designates the opposite of the front of the vehicle.

[0053] The X axis represents the longitudinal direction, the Y axis represents the transverse direction, and the Z axis represents the vertical direction of the motor vehicle. These three axes define a direct trihedron.

[0054] In the present description, the ranges of values include the limits which delimit them.

[0055] In the present description, the term "vertical" and the term "horizontal" are not to be understood in the strict sense of the term. Indeed, they allow an inclination of at most 20°, preferably at most 10°, more preferably at most 5°, even more preferably at most 2°; compared to the strict meaning of these terms.

[0056] In this description, the technical characteristics are defined in the assembly configuration of the assembly and / or the door, unless explicitly stated otherwise.

[0057] Throughout the description, the different figures use the same reference signs to designate identical or similar entities.

[0058] [Fig.l] represents a motor vehicle 10 according to the invention. The motor vehicle 10 comprises energy storage means and at least one motor (not shown) adapted to drive said motor vehicle 10.

[0059] The motor vehicle 10 comprises a structure 12. The structure 12 forms an outer body, or even a main frame of the motor vehicle. The structure 12 delimits different compartments of the motor vehicle 10, including the passenger compartment, the cargo compartment, the engine compartment (not shown). The structure 12 may be formed from an assembly of stamped sheets welded to each other.

[0060] The structure 12 connects different parts of the motor vehicle 10 including the openings. The structure 12 forms a mounting support for the powertrain, the suspension systems, the steering system, the braking systems. The openings comprise side doors 14, including front side doors and rear side doors. They all provide access to the passenger compartment of the motor vehicle 10. The side doors 14 are pivotable relative to the structure 12 of the motor vehicle 10.

[0061] At least one or each side door 14 has an opening 16 delimited by a frame of said side door 14. The frame is a structural frame. It commonly comprises two vertical uprights and a longitudinal junction. The vertical uprights are connected by the box of the side door 14. At least one or each side door 14 is glazed. It is equipped with a movable window 18. A movable window 18 is a transparent or substantially tinted panel. It is transparent to light in the visible range.

[0062] Each of these movable windows 18 is sliding between a high position where it seals the associated opening 16, and a low position shown in dotted lines. In the open position, the movable window 18 of the front door fully enters the door box, while in the maximum open position the rear window remains partially in the associated opening.

[0063] For the sake of brevity, reference will subsequently be made to one of the side doors 14, for example a rear door. However, the characteristics detailed below apply to each side door 14 of the motor vehicle.

[0064] The opening and closing movements of the movable window 18 are directed and guided by guide rails (not shown), also called vertical slides. An actuator controls these movements.

[0065] At least one or each frame surrounding one of the openings 16 comprises a front upright and a rear upright. Each upright 20 may be a vertical upright. It extends primarily vertically. The upright(s) 20 may be substantially inclined relative to the vertical direction. The uprights 20 form the frame of the side door 14.

[0066] In order to cover one of the uprights 20, the side door 14 comprises a trim element 22, for example with an exterior panel associated with at least one or each of its uprights 20. The trim element 22 is an exterior finishing part of the side door 14. It is also referred to as a trim. The trim element 22 is flush with the associated movable window 18 in order to form a smooth exterior surface preserving air flow. Aerodynamics is optimized, as is the control of possible whistling sounds.

[0067] According to one option of the invention, the or each trim element 22 is arranged at the level of the “B” pillar, also called the middle pillar 24 or central foot of the structure 12 of the motor vehicle 10. At least one trim element 22 masks the middle pillar 24 and the adjoining vertical slide. The middle pillar 24 is longitudinally between two side doors 14.

[0068] The motor vehicle may, for example, be a private motor vehicle or a utility motor vehicle.

[0069] [Fig.2] shows a section of a side door frame 28 receiving an assembly 26 for a motor vehicle. The motor vehicle may correspond to that shown in relation to [Fig.l].

[0070] The side door frame 28 has a lining 30 and an outer skin 32 which forms the bodywork. The frame 28 forms the frame 34 of the side door. The trim element 22 is a finishing piece. It is an outer trim element. The trim element 22 covers the vertical slide 38. It at least partially masks it. The trim element 22 may be a trim strip.

[0071] The trim element 22 and the vertical slide 38 form an assembly 26. The assembly 26 is integrated into at least one or each side door of the motor vehicle. The vertical slide 38 comprises a body 40 with a vertical groove intended to guide the movable window. The vertical slide 38 also has a positioning orifice 42 passing through it, for example in a transverse direction.

[0072] The trim element 22 comprises a positioning stud 44. The positioning stud 44 projects transversely inward from an outer panel 46. The outer panel 46 is generally planar. It extends mainly vertically. It locally forms the body of the motor vehicle. The positioning stud 44 protrudes ... operation 44 cooperates with the positioning orifice 42 in order to ensure vertical positioning, and preferably also in the longitudinal direction.

[0073] The vertical slide 38 comprises transverse retention means (not shown) configured to transversely retain the positioning stud 44 in the positioning orifice 42 in order to maintain the covering element 22 in position relative to the vertical slide 38.

[0074] The vertical slide 38 comprises a positioning branch 48. The positioning branch 48 is generally horizontal. It extends transversely inward. The positioning branch 48 comprises a transverse end 50 transversely against the frame 34 of the side door in order to transversely position the vertical slide 38 relative to said frame 34. The positioning branch forms a spacer maintaining a transverse distance between the vertical slide and the frame of the side door.

[0075] The positioning pad 44 rests vertically against said positioning branch 48. This configuration allows indexing in a vertical position. The positioning pad 44 and the positioning branch 48 comprise a support interface inclined at 55° to 80° relative to the vertical groove of the body 40. The inclination makes it possible to tension the covering element 22 and to hold it rigidly. The positioning pad 44 comprises at least one lower wing 52. Each lower wing 52 cooperates vertically with the positioning orifice 42 in order to ensure positioning. The lower wing 52 also bears on the positioning branch 48.

[0076] The positioning pad 44 is an upper positioning pad at an upper end of the covering element 22. The latter comprises a plurality of positioning pads forming a row with the upper positioning pad. This row notably comprises a lower positioning pad under the upper positioning pad.

[0077] [Fig. 3] shows transverse retention means 54 of a vertical slide 38 of an assembly for a side door of a motor vehicle. The motor vehicle may correspond to that presented in relation to one of figures 1 to 2. The trim element is not shown for the sake of clarity.

[0078] The positioning orifice 42 transversely passes through the vertical slide 38. The vertical slide 38 comprises a positioning branch 48 extending transversely towards the opposite side of the transverse retention means 54. The positioning branch 48 is a transverse branch.

[0079] The positioning orifice 42 is intended to receive the positioning stud in order to ensure indexing in the vertical position, and optionally in the transverse direction. In particular, the positioning orifice 42 and / or the posi branch operation 48 comprises a receiving surface 56. The receiving surface 56 begins in the positioning orifice 42 under the transverse retention means 54 and then extends over the positioning branch 48. The receiving surface 56 forms both a surface allowing positioning, and a surface accompanying the assembly movement of the positioning stud in the positioning orifice 42. Generally, the vertical slide 38 comprises a receiving surface 56 extending through the positioning orifice 42 and / or beyond it.

[0080] The positioning orifice 42 comprises a contour 58 delimiting it. The contour 58 is a curved line. It forms a loop around the positioning orifice 42. The transverse retention means 54 extend from said contour 58. They extend towards its center. Preferably, the transverse retention means 54 are housed in the positioning orifice 42. They extend towards the receiving surface 56. The transverse retention means 54 extend vertically.

[0081] The transverse retention means 54 comprise a tab 60. The tab 60 is capable of elastic deformation. Preferably, the tab 60 is a vertical tab. The tab 60 is preferably segmented. The tab 60 comprises a first portion 62 extending from the body and having a first thickness, and a second portion 64 extending from the first portion 62. The second portion 64 has a second thickness greater than the first thickness. The thicknesses are measured transversely.

[0082] Thus, the tab 60 is deformable: the first portion 62 forms a hinge therein which pivots when the positioning stud is inserted into the positioning orifice 42. The second portion 64 is intended to cooperate with the positioning stud in order to retain it. The second portion 64 is longer than the first portion. The first portion 62 and the second portion 64 are vertically superimposed. The second portion 64 is vertically longer than the first portion 62. This arrangement improves the holding stability. The body comprises a fixing wing at a distance from the vertical groove. The fixing orifice passes through said fixing wing. The transverse retention means are integrated into the fixing wing.

[0083] [Fig.4] shows a positioning stud 44 of a trim element 22 of an assembly for a side door of a motor vehicle. The motor vehicle may correspond to that shown in relation to one of Figures 1 to 3. The vertical slide is not shown for the sake of clarity.

[0084] The positioning pad 44 comprises a bearing surface 66. The bearing surface 66 is a lower surface. It is intended to cooperate with the receiving surface. In the mounting configuration, these surfaces are parallel. The bearing surface 66 is preferably formed by the two lower wings 52. The presence of the wings in lower 52 reduces friction and facilitates assembly. In addition, they help to stiffen the positioning pad 44.

[0085] The bearing surface 66 of the positioning pad 44 is inclined relative to a horizontal direction. It is for example inclined from 10° to 30°. The bearing surface 66 is split into two parts present on the lower wings 52. At least one or each lower wing 52 is transversely spaced from the outer panel 46 of the covering element 22. This frees up space for the transverse retention means.

[0086] The positioning pad 44 comprises a retention cavity 68. The transverse retention means are intended to cooperate, and to extend into the retention cavity 68 in order to ensure transverse retention. Preferably, the retention cavity 68 forms a passage 70 passing through the positioning pad. The passage 70 passes vertically through. This provides a deeper attachment for the transverse retention means, and therefore a more stable, more durable retention.

[0087] The covering element 22 comprises a main vertical direction 72. That is to say that the longest dimension of the covering element 22 is the vertical direction. The bearing surface 66 is inclined at an angle of inclination 74 relative to the main vertical direction 72 of the covering element. The angle of inclination 74 is between 45° and 85°, preferably between 55° and 70°.

[0088] The positioning pad 44 comprises at least one stiffening rib 76, in this case two stiffening ribs 76. The stiffening ribs 76 project transversely inward. The stiffening ribs 76 extend transversely from the outer panel 46. The stiffening ribs 76 are vertically opposite the lower wings 52, and in particular opposite the bearing surface 66. The retention cavity 68, preferably the passage 70, is between the stiffening ribs 76.

[0089] [Fig. 5] is a section of the transverse retention means 54, the positioning stud 44 and a positioning branch 48 of an assembly 26 for a motor vehicle side door. The motor vehicle may correspond to that shown in relation to one of Figures 1 to 4. The frame of the side door is omitted for the sake of clarity.

[0090] The vertical slide 38 is capable of guiding a movable window. The vertical slide 38 comprises a body 40 with a vertical groove 78 intended to guide the movable window (not shown), a positioning orifice 42 open transversely. The vertical groove 78 comprises at least one sealing lip. It comprises a slot for guiding the movable window.

[0091] The covering element 22 comprising a positioning stud 44 cooperating with the positioning orifice 42 in order to ensure vertical positioning; and preferably tially, in addition, a longitudinal positioning. The covering element 22 and the vertical slide 38 can be made of several materials, in particular for the sake of sealing and / or rigidity.

[0092] The vertical slide 38 comprises transverse retention means 54 configured to transversely retain the positioning stud 44 in the positioning orifice 42. This makes it possible to maintain the covering element 22 in position relative to the vertical slide 38 in a transverse direction. In combination with the transverse retention means 54, the positioning is secured in all three directions; which improves the perceived quality.

[0093] The positioning branch 48 comprising a transverse end 50 intended to be transversely against the side door frame in order to transversely position said vertical slide 38 relative to the frame. The positioning stud 44 is vertically against said positioning branch 48. The transverse retention means 54 are vertically at a distance from said positioning branch 48. This makes it possible to introduce the positioning stud 44 therein, and in particular to keep it pressed against the positioning branch 48.

[0094] The positioning pad 44 comprises a bearing surface 66 against a receiving surface 56 of the positioning branch 48. The receiving surface 56 extends into the positioning orifice 42. These surfaces are complementary. These surfaces fit together; at least in the positioning orifice 42.

[0095] The covering element 22 comprises a main vertical direction 72, along the outer panel 46. The positioning stud 44 and the positioning branch 48 comprise a positioning interface 80 inclined relative to the main vertical direction 72 by an angle of inclination 74. The angle of inclination 74 is between 45° and 85°, preferably between 50° and 75°, more preferably between 55° and 70°. The positioning interface 80 is formed by the receiving surface 56 and the bearing surface 66. The bearing surface 66 and the receiving surface 56 are inclined relative to the main vertical direction 72 by the angle of inclination 74.

[0096] The transverse retention means 54 are vertically opposite the positioning branch 48 relative to the positioning orifice. The positioning stud 44 is vertically between the positioning branch 48 and the transverse retention means 54. The positioning orifice 42 is at a distance from the vertical groove 78.

[0097] The positioning pad 44 comprises two stiffening ribs 76 (only one visible). The transverse retention means 54 extend vertically at the level of the stiffening ribs 76. The transverse retention means 54 extend between the two stiffening ribs 76, in this case in the passage 70. The second portion 64 cooperates with the retention cavity 68.

[0098] Generally, the transverse retention means 54 comprise a first portion 62 and a second portion 64 extending from the first portion 62. The first portion 62 forms a junction portion connected to the positioning orifice 42; while the second portion 64 forms a retention stop for the positioning stud 44. These portions form the tongue.

[0099] According to a preferred embodiment, the positioning pad 44 and / or the positioning branch 48 is made of a plastic or composite material. The plastic material may comprise a thermoplastic material or a thermosetting material. According to a preferred embodiment, the plastic material is selected from the group comprising polypropylene, polyamide, polyphthalamide, polyetheretherketone, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide-imide, polyetherimide, polyarylamide, polyepoxide, unsaturated polyester, vinylester or polyester-vinylester resins. For example, the composite material comprises a matrix of a plastic material as described above with a reinforcement. For example, the reinforcement comprises glass or carbon fibers.

[0100] The positioning pad 44 and / or the positioning branch 48 comprises at least 10% by weight of recycled plastic material based on the total weight of the plastic material; preferably from 10 to 80% by weight; more preferably from 20 to 60% by weight or from 30 to 40% by weight. The use of recycled plastic material reduces the ecological footprint of the vehicle.

[0101] The invention comprises the combination of all the embodiments illustrated by all the figures.

[0102] Figures 2 to 5 are isometric views. They each respect a specific scale, real angles and real proportions.

Claims

Claims

1. Assembly (26) for a side door (14) of a motor vehicle (10); the assembly (26) comprising: a vertical slide (38) capable of guiding a movable window (18) of the side door (14); a covering element (22) of the vertical slide (38); the vertical slide (38) comprising a body (40) with a vertical groove (78) intended to guide the movable window (18), a positioning orifice (42) passing through the vertical slide (38); the covering element (22) comprising a positioning stud (44) cooperating with the positioning orifice (42) in order to ensure vertical positioning; characterized in that the vertical slide (38) comprises transverse retention means (54) configured to transversely retain the positioning stud (44) in the positioning orifice (42) in order to maintain the covering element (22) in position relative to the vertical slide (38).

2. Assembly (26) according to claim 1, characterized in that the vertical slide (38) comprises a positioning branch (48), said positioning branch (48) comprising a transverse end (50) intended to be transversely against a frame (34) of a side door (14) in order to transversely position said vertical slide (38) relative to said frame (34); the positioning stud (44) being vertically against said positioning branch (48); preferably, the transverse retention means (54) are vertically at a distance from said positioning branch (48).

3. Assembly (26) according to claim 2, characterized in that the covering element (22) comprises a main vertical direction (72); the positioning pad (44) and the positioning branch (48) comprise a positioning interface (80) inclined relative to the main vertical direction (72) by an angle of inclination (74), said angle of inclination (74) being between 45° and 85°, preferably between 55° and 70°.

4. Assembly (26) according to one of claims 2 to 3, characterized in that the positioning stud (44) comprises a bearing surface (66) against a receiving surface (56) of the positioning branch (48), said receiving surface (56) extending into the positioning orifice (42); and / or the transverse retention means (54) are vertically opposite the positioning branch (48) relative to the positioning orifice (42).

5. Assembly (26) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the positioning orifice (42) comprises a contour (58), the transverse retention means (54) extending from said contour (58); preferably, the transverse retention means (54) are in the positioning orifice (42).

6. Assembly (26) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the positioning pad (44) comprises a retention cavity (68), the transverse retention means (54) extending into the retention cavity (68); preferably, the retention cavity (68) forms a passage (70) passing through the positioning pad (44).

7. Assembly (26) according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the positioning pad (44) comprises at least one stiffening rib (76); the transverse retention means (54) extending vertically at the level of the at least one stiffening rib (76); and / or the at least one stiffening rib (76) comprises two stiffening ribs (76), the transverse retention means (54) extending between the two stiffening ribs (76).

8. Assembly (26) according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the transverse retention means (54) comprise a tab (60); preferably, the tab (60) is a vertical tab.

9. Assembly (26) according to claim 8, characterized in that the tongue (60) comprises a first portion (62) extending from the body (40) and having a first thickness, and a second portion (64) extending from the first portion (62), cooperating with the positioning stud (44) and having a second thickness greater than the first thickness; preferably, the second portion (64) is longer than the first portion (62).

10. Motor vehicle (10) comprising a side door (14) with a frame (28), an opening (16) passing through the frame (28), a movable window (18) capable of closing the opening (16), an assembly (26) comprising a vertical slide (38) capable of guiding the movable window (18), a covering element (22) covering the vertical slide (38); characterized in that the assembly (26) conforms to one of claims 1 to 9.

Images