Abstract: A simulator device for simulating the signature characteristics of a vehicle is provided which has a support structure to operably support a door assembly of a vehicle. A door actuating assembly is adjustably mounted to the support structure to operate the vehicle door assembly systems. The simulator device thereby cyclic tests the door assembly without the need for the door assembly to be installed on the vehicle.

Abstract: In a vehicle body including a floor having a seat riser attached thereto, a pivotal seat structure including a seat back connected to a seat cushion. The seat cushion is secured to a frame member which is pivotally mounted on the seat riser. A latch assembly is operably connected between the seat riser and the seat cushion frame member. A latch release rod is operably connected to the latch assembly. A gas spring is operably connected between the seat riser and the seat cushion frame member, the frame member, seat cushion and the seat back adapted to being pivoted forwardly off of the riser by the gas spring upon manual actuation of the latch release rod.