Power Steering Connector Sealing to Prevent Fastener Loosening

The patent replaces expensive locking bolts with a liquid sealing agent that serves as both sealant and fixing material. The liquid sealing agent is applied in the annular seal accommodating portion and flows to the fixing member through the guiding passage, providing sufficient fixing strength without requiring additional locking mechanisms. This substitution of a cheap material for an expensive component directly reduces unit price while maintaining reliability

The liquid sealing agent performs multiple functions simultaneously: it seals the gap between the metal cover and connector assembly to prevent liquid infiltration, and it also acts as the fixing material to secure the fixing member to the connector assembly. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate locking bolts, reducing component count and cost while maintaining mechanical reliability

The liquid sealing agent is pre-filled in the annular seal accommodating portion before assembly, and the guiding passage is pre-formed to direct the flow of the agent. This preliminary preparation ensures that when the metal cover is assembled, the liquid sealing agent automatically flows to the fixing member through the guiding passage, providing both sealing and fixing functions without requiring complex post-assembly operations

The liquid sealing agent serves itself by performing both sealing and fixing functions. The guiding passage enables the liquid sealing agent to automatically flow to the fixing member, eliminating the need for separate locking bolts or additional fixing operations. This self-service capability reduces assembly complexity while ensuring liquid tightness