Abstract: A vehicle rearview mirror assembly having a recess formed in the rear thereof and a mirror mount having one end that fits into the recess. The end attached to the recess is then secured to the assembly and a second end is attached to the vehicle windshield.

Abstract: A socket joint for carrying a mirror head or indirect vision system on a support tube (2) to be mounted to a vehicle and a mirror or indirect vision arrangement comprising such socket joint and a mirror head or indirect vision system is provided. The socket joint comprises a support tube (2) with at least one opening (7) to be attached to a vehicle, a joint base (4) contacting the support tube (2), at least one anchor (6) extending through said at least one opening (7) in said support tube (2), and at least one fastener (8) engaging the at least one anchor (6) and extending through a fastening hole (11) in the joint base (4) into the anchor (6). By the engagement of the fastener (8) in or with the anchor (6), the portion of the anchor (6) located within the support tube (2) engages an interior surface of said support tube (2) and said support tube (2) is clamped between anchor (6) and joint base (4).

Abstract: A mirror device permitting a driver using the device to view forward and rearward of the vehicle. The device provides the visual field of the conventional and/or modern side-view mirror and also extends the visual field to view areas, regions, and/or objects which are forward to allow a line of sight that might otherwise be blocked by an obstruction.

Abstract: A display apparatus generates a high visibility optical signal, such as an ICON, the ICON comprising a symbol, shape, or other image-like representation. The ICON becomes visible at an observation point during an illumination ON-state. The ICON may be formed as a portion of display medium, for example as a machined portion of a mirror capable of forming images of a scene by reflection in normal operation. The visibility of the ICON in the illumination OFF-state from an observation point is sufficiently low such that the normal operation of the display medium is maintained. The display apparatus may be used in a blind spot warning system for a vehicle. Visible wavelength LEDs, RGB LEDs and/or diode lasers may be utilized as an illumination source.

Abstract: An exterior rearview mirror system for a vehicle includes a driver-side exterior mirror assembly having a driver-side mirror casing that includes an inboard portion that faces generally toward an exterior driver-side of the equipped vehicle and that is viewable by a driver of the equipped vehicle. A driver-side blind spot detection system indicator module is disposed at the inboard portion of the driver-side mirror casing. An illumination source of the driver-side blind spot detection system indicator module illuminates responsive to detection by a blind spot detection system of the equipped vehicle of presence of an overtaking vehicle. Responsive to detection of an overtaking vehicle, the illumination source is illuminated to provide a hazard indication to alert the driver of the equipped vehicle not to make a lane change maneuver. Illumination of the illumination source is readily viewable by the driver of the equipped vehicle.

Abstract: A cargo area for a vehicle includes a package tray behind the rear seat having an upper surface and a lower surface. The package tray is rotated about an axis to uncover the cargo area. The cargo area further includes a container detachably or permanently attached to the lower surface of the panel. The container may define one or more receptacles that are accessible when the panel is raised and lowered when the package tray is lowered to a horizontal orientation above the cargo area.

Abstract: A hinged sliding armrest subsystem for a motor vehicle console assembly includes a console storage compartment lid, a console storage compartment upper element, and a pivoting hinge connecting the console lid and the console storage compartment upper element, all fabricated as a unit. A molded track for receiving a sliding armrest may be included in the console storage compartment lid. A torque hinge may be included as a hinge pin for the pivoting hinge. At least the console storage compartment lid and the pivoting hinge are fabricated of a suitably durable and lubricious material.

Abstract: An outer member and an inner member are coupled to each other by causing an engagement-male portion to engage with an engagement-female portion. Therefore, vibration-welding of the outer member with the inner member can be removed and thus, problems generated during vibration-welding can be avoided. Further, a front wall panel and a bottom wall panel are connected to each other via an integral hinge and a rear wall panel and the bottom wall panel are connected to each other via another integral hinge. Therefore, the inner member at a stage after having been manufactured and before being coupled with the outer member can be developed to a flat plate configuration.

Abstract: A jaw member (11) for a support assembly (10) for securing a bicycle (1) to a load carrier (2) for a vehicle (8), The jaw member (13, 14) comprises a frame work structure formed by at least one support element and at least one rib (31, 32, 35, 36), The frame work structure is specifically adapted to enable the jaw member to withstand a relative high amount of tensile stress while still being relatively light weight.

Abstract: An assembly for a storing and releasing a ladder comprising an outer lock that includes outer base extending along an axis and a pole extending transversely from the outer base to a pole end for disposition in a parallel and spaced relationship to the first drop-down arm in the cradle position for preventing the rail of the ladder from falling off the outer lock. A pole anchor connects the pole to the outer base for adjustment to various adjusted positions along the axis. A latch defines a catch for engaging the outer base in the latched position to retain the outer base in the cradle position and a locking hole for receiving a secondary lock to maintain the latch in the latched position.

Abstract: A bracket assembly for an accumulator is provided. The bracket assembly includes a holding element. The holding element includes a body having a front surface and two side surfaces. The two side surfaces extend from the two ends of the front surface. The holding element also includes a corner portion disposed at each of the two ends of the front surface. The corner portion is formed by an angular relationship between the front surface and each of the two side surfaces at the respective end of the front surface. The bracket assembly also includes mold member extending from the inner side of the holding element. A thickness of the mold member at the corner portion is greater than a thickness of the mold member at the front surface of the holding element.

Abstract: A method of calibrating an image acquiring device which is arranged at a vehicle at an installation height, assumes a provisional value for the installation height and a defined path length in a road plane. The measurement path is projected onto the image plane by means of a perspective projection using the provisional value of the installation height in order to determine measurement positions in the image which correspond to a path start and to a path end of the measurement path. An object located at two measurement positions at two different times is identified in consecutively acquired images. A calculated path length of the measurement path is determined from the time difference between the different times and the speed of the motor vehicle. An actual value for the installation height is determined using a comparison of the defined path length with the calculated path length.

Abstract: A vehicle decoration structure for decorating a design surface (25a) in a cabin (11) is such that on the design surface (25a), there is formed a first decoration layer (1) with a first pattern (31a) that is visually recognizable with natural light. In a part of an upper surface of the first decoration layer (31), a light-accumulating material (32) having light-accumulating property and shaped in a second pattern is disposed. On upper surface of the first decoration layer (31) and the light-accumulating material (32), a second decoration layer (33) having a fluorescence pattern (33a) is formed using a fluorescence paint having no light-accumulating property.

Abstract: A vehicle dent guard for protecting the sides or doors of a vehicle from dents and scratches. The vehicle dent guard is telescopic and includes an outer tubular member having one or more inner tubular members adjustably positioned therein. The tubular members preferably have a semi-cylindrical shape such that one side is rounded and the other side is flat. The flat side can be affixed to the door of a car in a horizontal orientation by means of fasteners thereon, such as magnets. Once installed, the inner tubular members can be extended from the outer tubular member in order to protect the entire width of the vehicle door. In this way, the vehicle dent guard absorbs the impact of a collision so that an object does not directly strike the vehicle door.

Abstract: A component for a motor vehicle includes a plastic part to which a heat shield is fastened. A projection extends into a hole in the heat shield and is reshaped to form a rivet connection having a rivet heat that hooks with the heat shield. A protruding attachment is provided on the rivet head for fastening a covering element.

Abstract: A heat shield for shielding of hot areas of a combustion engine. The heat shield has at least one metal sheet layer with a first and a second surface. The at least one metal sheet layer has at least one passage opening for the passage of a fastening element. The layer also has a sleeve which passes through the passage opening. The heat shield further has a decoupling element from flexible material arranged between a circumferential edge of the passage opening and the sleeve. The decoupling element and the sleeve each have a) an annular shank area, which penetrates the passage opening, b) a first collar, which on the first surface extends radially outward relative to the circumferential edge of the passage opening, and c) a second collar, which extends adjacent to the second surface radially outward relative to the circumferential edge of the passage opening.

Abstract: This invention discloses a device and method for mounting and changeably displaying visual communications, including messages, logos, advertisement, public service announcements or indicia, on a vehicle. It incorporates a frame mounted on a license plate, optionally within the license plate recess at the front or rear of a vehicle, and utilizes panels that are continuous with or removeably attached to a central component framing the license plate in order to optimize visual appeal, minimize aerodynamic drag, and reduce or eliminate potential clearance issues. A removeably attachable panel configuration allows for panels to be mounted on one or both lateral sides, providing a means for customization based on a vehicle's exterior design or user preference.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for detecting loss of communication in a vehicle network. In one example, a method may include determining a diagnostic time threshold based on an estimated duration for failure of vehicle operation under current operating conditions due to a loss of communication with a control module in the vehicle network. Further, in response to a duration of loss of communication exceeding the time threshold, a loss of communication DTC may be activated.

Abstract: A power supply device includes a rotation retainer including an inlet horizontally guiding the electrical wire one end of which is connected to the vehicle, and an outlet communicating with the inlet and to draw out upwardly the other end of the electrical wire, the rotation retainer being arranged horizontally pivotally in the slide door to retain the electrical wire movably, a biasing member configured to bias the rotation retainer in a predetermined rotational direction, wherein the electrical wire includes a bending portion to be bent in an L-shape between the inlet and the outlet, and a guide portion to be wired nearer the outlet than the bending portion, and wherein the guide portion is arranged in a natural state in which the guide portion is not twisted, or a twisted state in which restoring force is generated in a same direction as a biasing direction of the biasing member.

Abstract: A vehicle body structure includes first and second body structures defining first and second interior cavities. A mounting portion of the base member is fixed to the first body structure. A guide member is fixed to the second body structure. A channel member is movably received by the guide member. A first end of the channel member is rotatably fixed to a receiving portion of the base member and defines a first end opening such that the receiving portion extends into the first end opening. A second end is positioned within the second interior cavity and defines a second end opening with a channel extending from the first end opening to the second end opening. The channel member extends across an exterior space between the first and second body structures. A wiring harness passes through the channel from the first interior cavity to the second interior cavity.

Abstract: A vehicle bumper structure is provided with a functional component having a function other than an impact absorbing function, and an absorber is provided between a bumper cover and reinforcement. The absorber includes a first impact absorbing member that has a hole near the functional component, and a second impact absorbing member that is inserted into the hole and is more rigid than the first impact absorbing member. The second impact absorbing member may also have a protruding portion that protrudes outward on a side surface with respect to an insertion direction into the hole.

Abstract: A rear guard assembly for mounting to a chassis of a motor vehicle. The rear guard assembly can comprise a rearward-facing guard plate and a pair of braces mounted to the rearward-facing guard plate. Each brace can comprise a collapsible shock absorber comprising a first end and a second end, wherein a longitudinal axis is aligned with the first end and the second end. Each brace can comprise a plurality of outwardly-deflecting portions between the first end and the second end, wherein a lateral axis traverses the outwardly-deflecting portions and is oriented perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, and wherein the outwardly-deflecting portions are symmetrical relative to the longitudinal axis and the lateral axis. A spacing block can be positioned intermediate the outwardly-deflecting portions and the rearward-facing guard plate. A support assembly can be connected to each brace and can include fixed arms and pivot arms.

Abstract: A side under-ride collision guard is described configured to be mounted on a large trailer equipped with a sliding rear axle, comprising at least two linear fixed energy absorbing beam structures mounted axially with the trailer and attached to a plurality of support members connecting the beam structures to opposing ends of the trailer's floor beams, and at least two linear telescoping beam structures axially adjustable for position with respect to the fixed beam structures. The guard diminishes the impact hazard to other roadway users that is presented by the lower axial edge(s) of the cargo compartment in the two outboard regions that exist between the trailer's protected regions, which are typically the landing legs or prime mover rear tires to the front and the trailer's sliding axle assembly to the rear of the trailer.

Abstract: A safety-relevant system (S) in a vehicle comprises an electrical unit (EE) with at least one signal line input (SE). The signal line input (SE) is connected to a signal line. The electrical unit (EE) additionally comprises a supply connection (VA) for feeding the electrical unit (EE) with electrical energy. For supplying electrical energy to the electrical unit (EE), the signal line is in addition electrically coupled to the supply connection (VA) of the electrical unit (EE).

Abstract: A safety system for a motor bike includes an evaluation and control unit which receives crash-relevant information from at least one sensor unit and evaluates it for the purpose of detecting a crash, and in response to a detected crash, the evaluation and control unit activates at least one external safety component and/or at least one internal safety component using a triggering concept. The evaluation and control unit receives presence signals from the at least one external safety component and/or the at least one internal safety component and evaluates the received signals in order to detect the safety components currently available. The evaluation and control unit selects the triggering concept as a function of the detected safety components currently available.

Abstract: An inertia locking system for a seat of a vehicle includes a base member that is fixed to a seat structure and a Double D shaped shaft that rotates with a cam to allow the seat back to be adjusted. A movable inertia locking bracket has an opening including a circular portion and a slot portion. The Double D shaped shaft is disposed in the opening of the inertia locking bracket and includes flat opposite surfaces that prevent rotation of the Double D shaped shaft relative to the inertia bracket when the Double D shaped shaft is disposed in the slot portion of the opening. Acceleration causes the inertia locking bracket to slide forward such that the Double D shaped shaft is disposed in the elongate slot portion to prevent rotation of the Double D shaped shaft and prevent release of the seat back mechanism.

Abstract: The impact absorber disposed between a vehicle panel and a trim has a hollow main body with a first wall disposed adjacent the trim and a second wall disposed adjacent the vehicle panel and opposed to the first wall. The hollow main body is defined by a first portion and a second portion. The impact absorber has at least one first concave rib formed in the second portion by recessing the first and second walls such that they approach each other and joining tips of recessed first and second walls each other, and at least one groove-like depression formed in the first portion by recessing the second wall. The first portion is greater than the second portion in a total thickness from the first wall to second wall.

Abstract: A touch sensor usable in a portion which an airbag comes out of, such as the center portion of a steering wheel, and an airbag cover integrated input device including the touch sensor are provided. More specifically, a touch sensor attached to an airbag cover provided outside the airbag, and having end portions that form an insertion portion which the airbag passes through during the deployment of an airbag system is provided. Moreover, an airbag cover integrated input device in which the airbag cover has a thin wall portion that tears open during the deployment of the airbag system, and the end portions of the touch sensor are placed along the thin wall portion of the airbag cover is provided.

Abstract: An airbag includes on the rear plane a passenger protection portion for protecting a front seat passenger. The passenger protection portion includes a front-collision arresting plane for protecting a head of the passenger as he moves forward in the event of a frontal collision of the vehicle and an oblique-collision arresting plane that is disposed at least either on the left or on the right of the front-collision arresting plane in such a manner as to protrude rearward out of the front-collision arresting plane for protecting the head of the passenger as he moves diagonally forward in the event of an oblique or offset collision of the vehicle. The passenger protection portion further includes an arresting recess that is disposed between the front-collision arresting plane and oblique-collision arresting plane in such a manner as to be sunken forward for receiving and arresting the head of the passenger.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an airbag including an inflating part having gas inflatability, a non-inflating part supporting the inflating part, a combined part constituting a boundary between the inflating part and the non-inflating part, and an ultrasonic fusion bonded part located between the combined part and the end part of an inflator from which a gas at a high pressure spurts when a car crashes, and a preparation method thereof.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention pertains to a coated fabric used for an automotive airbag, and more particularly, a coated fabric for an airbag most suitable for a rollover curtain airbag which is produced applying a sealing agent to a coated fabric and sewing the resulting fabric and which can keep the adhesion of the sealing agent to the coat resin even after long-term and high-temperature aging. The present coated fabric for an airbag is obtained by applying an addition-polymerizable solvent-free silicone resin onto at least one surface of a synthetic fiber textile, wherein a coating amount of the silicone resin is 15 to 45 g/m2; and a weft strain/warp strain ratio as observed in stretching the coated fabric is 0.30 to 0.65.

Abstract: The present invention provides a rupturable plate in a circular shape for closing an opening of a pressurized gas-filled space in an inflator, including: a fragile portion formed in a regular polygon on one surface of the rupturable plate, the fragile portion including, first fragile portions formed by grooves forming a circumference of the regular polygon, and second fragile portions formed by grooves extending from all apexes of the regular polygon to a center of the regular polygon; a plurality of triangles formed by the first fragile portions as a base and the second fragile portions as the remaining two sides, a depth (h1) of first fragile portion and a depth (h2) of second fragile portion satisfying the relationship h1<h2, and at the time of rupture, the rupturable plate receiving a pressure on a rear surface opposite to the one surface provided with the fragile portion, and rupturing to a side of the one surface provided with the fragile portion.

Abstract: An energy absorber according to various embodiments can include a structure having a predetermined cross-sectional profile. A hollow profile is formed within the structure. The pre-determined cross-sectional profile of the structure is configured based on a deceleration-time profile that includes a first period and a second period. The first period is defined by a substantially sharp and linear increase in magnitude of the deceleration of an impact until a maximum deceleration value is achieved. The second period is defined by a rapid decrease in the magnitude of the deceleration.

Abstract: A vehicle system includes a sensor configured to output an impact signal and a processing device programmed to calculate an acceleration envelope from the impact signal, calculate a velocity envelope from the acceleration envelope, determine a threshold value based at least in part on a vehicle speed, and compare the acceleration envelope to the threshold value. The processing device is further programmed to output a control signal to deploy a pedestrian protection countermeasure if the acceleration envelope exceeds the threshold value.

Abstract: Provided are a seat belt assist device and a vehicular seat such that a seat belt can be moved to a position easily accessible by a seated person in a compact and simple configuration. A seat belt assist device is configured to move at least a part of a seat belt of a seat for a vehicle to a position easily accessible by a seated person, and is provided with a movable member that supports a part of the seat belt and that moves between a normal position and a protruded position that protrudes beyond the normal position. The movable member is disposed on an upper surface of a seat back of the seat, with an end portion thereof at the door side of the vehicle being disposed toward an end of the upper surface of the seat back in a right and left direction, and with a forward end disposed rearward of a front end surface of the upper surface of the seat back.

Abstract: Child restraint systems are disclosed. The child restraint systems can include a base portion and a seat portion. The child restraint systems can include at least one motor-driven subsystem for installing the child restraint system in a vehicle, such as a motor-driven tensioner and/or motor-driven leveler. The motor-driven subsystem(s) can be coupled to a power source, such as a battery pack. The child restraint systems can also include a microcontroller, which can be coupled to the power source and a motor for the motor-driven subsystem. The base portion and/or the seat portion can include a plurality of sensors in communication with microcontroller. The sensors can detect an installation condition and/or state of the child restraint system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lock for an anti-theft device for a motor vehicle steering column comprising a rotor (5), a stator head (4), a lug (13) and a complementary profile (14), one supported by the rotor (5) and the other by the stator head (4), the complementary profile (14) being shaped such that the engagement of same with the lug (13) blocks the rotation of the rotor (5) in a predetermined direction of rotation (AR) from a predetermined angular position (PIA) and allows the rotation of the rotor (5) by pushing the rotor (5) in beforehand. The complementary profile (14) is also shaped so that the engagement of the complementary profile (14) and the lug (13) guides the assembly of the rotor (5) in the stator head (4) according to a push-rotated assembly in which the rotor (5) is axially retained in the stator head (4).

Abstract: A first detection device detects radio waves from a wireless key. A second detection device has a smaller detection range than the first detection device also detects radio waves from the key. The operation of an operator control element for switching the motor vehicle on and/or off performs a search process using the first detection device and then, if a key associated with the motor vehicle has not been found by the first detection device, performance of a search process using the second detection device from a fallback instant. Subsequent to the fallback instant the first and second detection devices perform a search process at least intermittently in parallel or alternately.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for monitoring a wiper blade. A method includes: determining at least one use factor; computing a use life based on the at least one use factor; and selectively generating notification data based on the use life.

Abstract: An adapter for attaching a wiper assembly to a wiper arm having an attachment member including an end with a bent tab extending outwardly therefrom, and walls having fins. The adapter includes a body having first and second ends. A retention member is disposed at the first end for abutting the fin. A canard extends from the retention member toward the second end and is adapted to be disposed adjacent to one of the walls. A stop is disposed closer to the second end than the first. A guard is spaced longitudinally from the stop and has a cam surface and an engagement surface. A bridge connects the guard to the body and is adapted to flex when the guard pivots from the stop in response to force translated to the cam surface from the bent tab until the engagement surface abuts at least a portion of the bent tab.

Abstract: An adapter for attaching a wiper assembly to a wiper arm having an attachment member including an end with a bent tab extending outwardly therefrom, and walls having fins. The adapter includes a body having first and second ends. A retention member is disposed at the first end for abutting the fin. A brace is connected to the retention member for substantially preventing lateral movement with respect to the body. A stop is disposed closer to the second end than the first. A guard is spaced longitudinally from the stop and has a cam surface and an engagement surface. A bridge connects the guard to the body and is adapted to flex when the guard pivots from the stop in response to force translated to the cam surface from the bent tab until the engagement surface abuts at least a portion of the bent tab.

Abstract: A washer nozzle device for spraying a washer fluid onto a front window panel is mounted to a vehicle body. The vehicle body includes a front hood disposed in front of the front window panel, and a hood garnish disposed on the front hood. The hood garnish is disposed over an upper surface of the front hood at an interval and extended along a rear end of the front hood in a vehicle width direction. The washee nozzle device is positioned between the upper surface of the front hood and a lower surface of the hood garnish.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a washer injector capable of injecting an amount of washer fluid which can properly wipe a windshield glass even when viscosity is increased or decreased depending on temperature change of the washer fluid. The washer injector includes a washer nozzle for injecting the washer fluid to the windshield glass of a vehicle, a washer pump for supplying the washer fluid to the washer nozzle, a fluid temperature sensor as a detection unit for detecting a fluid temperature which is a temperature of the washer fluid, and a control unit for controlling a discharge pressure of the washer pump. The control unit is configured to control the discharge pressure of the washer pump to be higher when the fluid temperature detected by the fluid temperature sensor is low than when the fluid temperature is high.

Abstract: An example leveling/stabilization system for a vehicle includes a jack, an actuator, a user interface device, and a controller. The jack is adapted to be fixed to the vehicle and is extendable from a stowed position to an auto-deployed position. The actuator is coupled to the jack and is operative to extend and retract the jack responsive to signals from the controller. The user interface device is adapted to receive input from a user. The controller is responsive to an auto-deploy signal from the user interface and operative to provide the control signals to the actuator causing the actuator to continuously extend the jack from the stowed position for a predetermined time period, thereby positioning the jack in the auto-deployed position. No level sensor is required.

Abstract: A parked vehicle stabilizer assembly is provided that comprises a pair of stabilizer arms and an adjustable strap therebetween. The stabilizer arms comprise an adjustable length, an upper end, and a lower end. Each stabilizer arm has a telescoping structure to adjust the length thereof, whereby the upper end bears against the vehicle frame and the lower end bears against a ground surface. An adjustable strap is connected between the stabilizer arms using a first and second hook, whereby the strap is adjusted to place tension between the arms. The tension ensures the arms bear against the trailer and the ground as the weight of the trailer bears on the arms. This prevents rolling and pitching movement of the vehicle.

Abstract: A brake device (10) includes a service brake valve (16) that produces an actuation-dependent pressure at a service brake valve outlet (20) when an operating means (18) is actuated. The brake device (10) includes a brake actuator (40) with a brake actuator inlet (39). The service brake valve outlet (20) is connected to the brake actuator inlet (39) via a pressure connection (14). The pressure connection (14) includes a directional control valve (24) and a check valve (30). The check valve (30) is bypassed in a first valve position of the directional control valve (24) to allow a fluid flow from the brake actuator inlet (39) to the service brake valve outlet (20) and a fluid flow through the check valve (30) from the brake actuator inlet (39) to the service brake valve outlet (20) is largely prevented in a second valve position of the directional control valve (24).

Abstract: A brake actuation apparatus and method are described. An air cylinder is pivotally attached to an operating unit of the brake actuation apparatus. The air cylinder extends away from the operating unit and is configured to connect to the brake pedal to actuate a brake of the towed vehicle through the brake pedal. A stabilizing cable has one end attached to the firewall of the towed vehicle and an opposite end releaseably attached to the brake actuation apparatus, such that when the air cylinder applies pressure to the towed vehicle's brake pedal, the stabilizer cable transfers reaction to the towed vehicle's firewall and supplies a stable anchor point.

Abstract: A driving assistance apparatus includes an obstacle detecting unit configured to detect an obstacle and acquire obstacle information including a distance to the obstacle; and a control unit configured to intervene to control at least one of braking force and driving force on the basis of the distance to the obstacle, based on the obstacle information, and a running resistance that occurs in response to steering operated by a driver.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a brake system of a motor vehicle having at least one parking brake which can be activated, having a plurality of means for operating the parking brake and having at least one control device which has at least one of the means, characterized in that at least one further control device has at least another of the means.

Abstract: A method for controlling and/or regulating a motor vehicle brake system. The system at least one electric regenerative brake and wheel brakes. A pressure medium is supplied from a first pressure source actuated by the driver. At least one brake circuit has a pressure accumulator, a second pressure source connected to the pressure accumulator, and at least two actuatable valves. When an activation condition is met, the first pressure source is separated from the wheel brakes by closing a first valve in at least one active brake circuit, and pressure medium is conducted from the pressure accumulator into at least one wheel brake. A second valve of an active brake circuit(s), is between the pressure accumulator and the first pressure source, and the first valve of the same brake circuit are opened during the operation of the second pressure source if a ventilation condition is met.