Abstract: An automotive door comprising a door trim member (10) with a map-receiving pocket (12) that is defined by a back member (16) that is secured to the door trim member and an inner member (14) that is secured to the back member with an umbrella-receiving member (18) that is accessible through the map-receiving pocket and is defined by a U-shaped member (24) that is attached to the door trim member and is adapted to receive an umbrella (20).

Abstract: An energy-absorbing system for vehicle door assemblies is provided, including first and second brackets and a reaction plate. Each bracket attaches to an inner support panel of the door assembly via a mounting portion having leg members extending inward from opposing ends thereof. The reaction plate includes a generally planar portion with a flange portion extending from an upper edge thereof. One side of the reaction plate is attached to an inner surface of a trim panel, whereas the other side is attached to the leg members of the first and second brackets. One section of the flange portion abuts against an underside surface of an armrest assembly, and another section abuts against a b-side surface of a pull-handle. Both brackets are configured to sustain a minimum vertical loading condition (limit vertical deflection), and controllably deform under a threshold lateral loading condition to absorb and attenuate kinetic energy resulting therefrom.

Abstract: An object is to enhance the sound absorbing functions of an interior member, and furthermore, to increase ease of assembly of the interior member, and the interior member for the cab is integrally formed so as to have a laminated structure where a sound absorbing material is contained between an outer layer material and a foundation body panel, or inside a foundation body panel. In addition, such an interior member is formed in accordance with a reaction injection molding method.

Abstract: A door trim having rigidity as an armrest while is easily deformed in an event of side impact to a vehicle and thereby reduces impact to a person located in a compartment of the vehicle, can be provided with the present invention. The door trim 1 for use with the vehicle includes a body 10 and an armrest 20 that protrudes from the body 10. The armrest 20 includes resin foam molding. The armrest 20 is thinner than the body 10. The door trim 1 also includes a plurality of ribs 23 disposed on an inner surface of the armrest 20. The armrest 20 is pushed against the person to be deformed in the event of side impact to the vehicle, thereby reducing impact to the person. A position of a break line 21 is set by the plurality of ribs 23 arranged in a front-back direction of the vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle door structure and a method for its manufacture are disclosed, the structure being for a vehicle having a door frame and a door mounted in the frame, the door having an interior facing into the vehicle and an edge surface in opposed relationship to the frame when the door is closed, the edge surface including sheet metal. An interior door panel is provided which includes a substrate mounted on the interior of the door, an edge portion of which is adjacent the sheet metal. A skin interiorly overlies the substrate to define an interior surface for the door, the skin extending from the door interior over the edge portion, beyond the substrate and onto the sheet metal. Flexing of or movement of the skin permits it to compensate for differences in position of the substrate when mounted on the door.

Abstract: A trim panel (10) includes at least one integrally-formed first member (12) and at least one integrally-formed second member (14) extend from an outboard surface (16) of the trim panel (10). The at least one integrally-formed first member (12) engages an inboard surface (42) of a barrier (36) to push the barrier (36) in an outboard direction. The at least one integrally-formed second member (14) extends through an opening or perforation (40) of the barrier (36) to retain the barrier (36) to the trim panel (10). The barrier (36) may be a water/acoustic ingression barrier (36). The at least one integrally-formed first member (12) causes an adhesive bead (44) arranged on an outboard surface (46) of the barrier (36) to positively engage an inboard surface (48) of an inner door panel (38). The at least one integrally-formed second member (14) extends through an opening or perforation (40) of the barrier (36) to retain the barrier (36) with the interior door trim panel (10).

Abstract: A vehicle interior trim component and a method for manufacturing the same are provided in which a vehicle interior trim component comprises a substrate provided with a groove portion having a plurality of bottomed groove portions and a plurality of cutout groove portions from which the bottoms have been cut, and a trim member provided with a first cover portion, the second cover portion, and a fixing member mounted on a boundary portion between the first cover portion and the second cover portion, the first cover portion located on the opposite side of the groove portion from a second cover portion, the trim member covering the substrate. The boundary portion including the fixing member is attached to the groove portion by insertion through one end of the groove portion. Each of the cutout groove portions is provided on its edge with a retainer for retaining the fixing member.

Abstract: A pull cup in a vehicle door is fitted to a door trim panel substrate and is connected to the inner door panel of the vehicle door by way of a bracket. The bracket is oriented to resist vertical loads and tension loads such that the bracket is allowed to deflect in compression loading in the event of a side impact. In one embodiment the bracket has horizontal slots through which shoulder fasteners are fitted to attach the bracket to the inner door panel. This configuration allows deflection in compression loading. In another embodiment of the bracket a pair of arms is provided between the pull cup and the inner door panel. This configuration allows buckling of the arms on compression loading.

Abstract: A collapsible door support structure includes a pre-defined bend or local stiffening feature. The collapsible structure is either be incorporated into the door handle or is incorporated into a bracket that is either attached to the door handle or to the door pull cup. If in the form of a bracket, at least one end of the bracket is attached to the door inner sheet metal. The other end of the bracket may be attached to the door handle or to the door trim panel. If used as a door pull cup support bracket a portion of the bracket is fixed to the bracket. In the event of an impact upon the vehicle door, the door inner sheet metal panel is pushed horizontally in a direction that is vehicle inward.

Abstract: A side impact door trim buckle initiator design is provided in a vehicle armrest and grab handle region. The disclosed support structure design induces buckling in the door handle supports while continuing to provide acceptable durability and strength. Two modifications to the door armrest and grab handle structures are made. First, an angled section is added to the material flow strap of the armrest supporting structure to promote buckling. This approach overcomes the difficulty of known material flow straps which tend to be horizontal, thus introducing a strong compressive load path. By adding an angle to the flow straps the vertical motion is forced upon a lateral impact. Second, vertical components of the door handle support structure are removed while a buckle initiator in the door handle support is added.

Abstract: An inner belt is received on an associated vehicle flange. A U-shaped gripping portion of the inner belt is formed by first and second legs dimensioned for receipt on opposite faces of the flange. Rigid spaced hooks extend from a body of the inner belt and form upturned cavities that engage with similar hook portions formed on an associated inner trim panel. An end datum feature constrains longitudinal movement between the inner belt and the inner trim panel, while cooperating horizontal leg portions of both the inner belt and inner trim panel restrain the components from relative vertical movement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite part, and a method for producing a composite part, having a first body with at least one zone forming a depression and being separated from the front face of the first body by a projection forming one or more lateral walls. The depression receives a second foam body that is covered by a covering or finishing element. At least one lateral end portion of the covering element forms an edge held between the foam body and a corresponding lateral wall.

Abstract: A pocketed panel assembly for a vehicle door is disclosed herein. The pocketed panel assembly includes a trim panel, a partial pocket structure, and a living hinge. The trim panel has a pivotal edge, and the partial pocket structure also has a pivotal edge. The living hinge integrally joins the pivotal edge of the trim panel to the pivotal edge of the partial pocket structure. In such a configuration, the partial pocket structure can be rotated about the living hinge and substantially abutted against the trim panel so as to form an open pocket on the trim panel.

Abstract: There are provided an interior panel assembly in which a base end of a door section is reinforced, and an airbag device including the interior panel assembly. When an inflator 63 is actuated, inflation of an airbag 62 starts. The airbag 62 presses a door section 44 from the back side, tear lines 41 to 43 are thereby torn, and the door section 44 is opened while turning into the cabin. Ribs 45 are provided at base ends of the door section 44 so as to reinforce the base ends. Openings 58 may be provided in connecting portions between hinges 53 and flaps 51, and ribs 45A may extend long so that one end of each rib 45A enters the corresponding opening 58. Extending portions 59 may be provided to project from the flaps 51 to the hinges 53, and the extending pieces 59 may be fixed to the base ends of the door frame 44, for example, by vibration welding.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an improved trim part, such as an automotive handle, with a soft feel, for use in a trim assembly, and to a continuous two-shot molding operation that may be continuously performed utilizing a single mold assembly. In an exemplary embodiment, an automotive handle includes a substrate formed by injecting a first material into a first shot mold cavity in a first shot of a molding operation. A handle cover is molded to at least a portion of the substrate by injecting into a mold chamber a second foamed material in a second shot of the molding operation to provide the handle with a soft feel. The second foamed material includes a foamed material that produces a soft, outer skin and a light, cellular inner core such that when a force is applied to the cover, the skin will deform and compress the inner core, providing a soft-touch feel to the handle.

Abstract: A door inside panel includes a panel body (12) having a first fixing device (18) and an upper pelmet (14) arranged proximate the upper edge of the panel body (12) and housed in a cavity (16) which opens on the visible side of the inside panel, the pelmet (14) including a second fixing device (20). The fixing devices (18, 20) have co-operating positions wherein they cause the pelmet (14) to be fixed to the panel body (12), a first position wherein the entire edge of the pelmet (14) is in contact with the panel body, and a second position wherein the edge of the pelmet (14) is spaced apart from the panel body (12) proximate the upper edge and forms a slot (28). The invention is suitable for an automotive door.

Abstract: A mounting structure for an EA material is provided in which the EA material can be easily mounted to a member such as a trim, and EA materials of various shapes, sizes, and hardness degrees can be securely mounted to the member. An EA material 1 made of a synthetic resin such as rigid urethane foam is mounted to a trim 2, which serves as a member, via a rib 3 and a clip 4. The EA material 1 is mounted to the trim 2 by applying the EA material 1 to the trim 2 while inserting the rib 3 into a concave slit 7. When the EA material 1 is pressed against the trim 2, ribs 3 and 3A are pressed into concave slits 7 and 7A while sliding against the leading ends of respective pawls 5. Then, the leading ends of the respective pawls 5 dig into the side circumferential surfaces of the ribs 3 and 3A, and the ribs 3 and 3A are prevented from escaping from the concave slits 7 and 7A. Thereby, the EA material 1 is mounted to the trim 2.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle door including a door shell with an outer panel (2) secured to an inner panel (3), with the inner panel having an opening therein, and with the door shell defining a hollow cavity. An interior trim module (4) is arranged to be fastened to the inner panel (3), by means of at least two fasteners (5, 9). Each fastener (5, 9) includes a first portion (5; 9) attached to the inner panel and a second portion (9; 5) attached to the interior trim module (4), or vice versa, with the first and second portions at least partially form-fitting male and female portions, respectively, extending from a flat base, so that the first and second portions are arranged for cooperation in a plane parallel to contacting surfaces of the inner panel and the interior trim module.

Abstract: A trim panel for the interior of the cab of a motor vehicle has a first and a second main direction of extension. The trim panel includes a first part and a second part, with the second part being significantly less rigid than the first part in a direction which is essentially perpendicular towards at least one of the directions of extension. The panel includes a continuous carrier made in a first material with a certain first rigidity, and the first part is obtained by letting the carrier material be exposed and visible, and the second part is obtained by means of a second material with a second rigidity covering a part of the carrier. There is a third material with a third rigidity arranged between the first and the second material.

Abstract: A fastening mechanism for coupling a trim panel to a door module is disclosed, wherein the mechanism may include a hook disposed on a first mating surface of one of the door panel and the door module, the hook including a V-shaped neck extending away from the first mating surface, the neck including a first bearing surface directed substantially toward the first mating surface and an engaging element disposed at a distal end of the neck; and a receiver disposed on a second mating surface of the other of the door panel and the door module, the receiver including a V-shaped slot operable to receive the V-shaped neck of the hook and a second bearing surface operable to engage the first bearing surface of the hook and to prevent separation of the first and second mating surfaces.

Abstract: A pillar trim on the vehicle-interior side of a pillar includes a pillar trim body located below an airbag and connected at its upper end part to the lower end of a top sealing member. A plurality of guide platforms are raised from the upper end part of the pillar trim body at spaced intervals in the vehicle front-to-rear direction to guide the inflation of the airbag towards the vehicle interior. The basal ends of each adjacent guide platforms are joined by a connecting part between the adjacent guide platforms. A groove for receiving the lower end of the top sealing member is formed between the vehicle-interior sides of the guide platforms and the pillar trim body. A through hole is vertically formed at least between the connecting part and the pillar trim body to open into the groove.

Abstract: A pull cup in a vehicle door is fitted to a door trim panel substrate and is connected to the door inner sheet metal panel of the vehicle door by way of a bracket or by one of a pair of inner and outer support brackets. The pull cup is provided with a bending initiator feature which is positioned a trigger area formed in the door trim panel substrate. In the event that a horizontal force is applied to the vehicle door, the vehicle inward movement of the door inner sheet metal panel causes the pull cup to be pushed upward. The bending initiator feature pushes on the trigger area causing the door trim panel substrate to buckle, thus substantially preventing vehicle inward movement of the door trim panel substrate during the impact event. The bending initiator feature also reduces the lateral stiffness of the door trim sub-system.

Abstract: A mounting structure of an impact absorbing pad mounted to a back surface of an interior lining, which makes it possible to facilitate positioning and mounting of the impact absorbing pad, and which enhances durability of the impact absorbing pad by preventing breakage of the impact absorbing pad when an impact load is applied from a lateral direction of an indoor side of a vehicle. A box-shaped holder is vertically provided at a mounting reference position of a back surface of a door lining body in a door lining (interior lining), an insertion piece in an impact absorbing pad is fitted in the above described box-shaped holder, and positioning and fixing at a reference fixing point of the impact absorbing pad performed.

Abstract: A protective deflector for application to a vehicle panel to prevent water or dust from entering an interior compartment of the vehicle includes a flexible sheet of plastic film having a peripheral edge shaped to generally conform to a shape of a surface to be protected and a conductive layer overlying and permanently bonded to the flexible sheet, the conductive layer applied in a preselected pattern configured to facilitate electrical connection with one or more vehicle components.

Abstract: A decorative cover for a vehicle trim component includes a resilient skin including an edge for insertion into a groove of the vehicle trim component. At least one tab extends from the skin edge. At least one line of stitching is located on the resilient skin. The at least one line of stitching has at least one stitching end section extending beyond the skin edge and onto the at least one tab.

Abstract: An interior trim panel for a vehicle door is provided according to alternative methods. The interior trim panel includes a bolster to which a polyurethane skin is molded by a spraying operation. Expanded polyurethane foam is sprayed over the polyurethane skin and a backing panel is either integrally formed or assembled to the polyurethane foam layer.

Abstract: In one advantageous embodiment of the claimed invention, an integral cushioned trim panel (14a-14c) for a vehicle passenger cabin (10) is provided. The integral cushioned trim panel (14a-14c) includes a substrate (22) for attachment to a predetermined portion (12a-12c) of the vehicle. The substrate (22) has a cover member (24) coupled thereto for substantially covering the substrate (22). In addition, the substrate (22) and the cover member (24) have a cushioning member (16) disposed therebetween. The cushioning member (16) is injection molded between the substrate (22) and the cover member (24) for forming an integral construction, minimizing the manufacturing cycle time, and decreasing the costs associated therewith.

Abstract: A door grip for a vehicle. The door grip comprises a base member having a central opening. A bracket is positioned proximate an interior portion of the base member. A cover having a shape generally corresponding to the base member at least partially encloses the interior portion of the base member. A mounting portion of the bracket is attachable to a vehicle door interior panel such that a handle portion of the door grip is cantilevered away from a vehicle door interior panel.

Abstract: A trim system configured to be received by a vehicle door substrate is provided. Some embodiments of the trim system include a locator and a feature. The feature is moveable relative to the locator after the locator is assembled with the substrate. Some embodiments of the trim system include a first and second feature. The second feature is moveable relative to the first feature after the first feature is assembled with the substrate.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle door having a lining that faces the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle. The lining can be joined to a bracket inside of which an actuating lever is mounted in a manner that enables it to swivel around a pin. A gap is provided at least in areas between the actuating lever and the lining. In addition, the pin is joined to the lining via fixing bearings.

Abstract: The present invention provides a two-shot injection molded polymeric component having first and second shots made from polymeric materials. The first shot is made from a relatively hard polymeric material, while the second shot is made from a polymeric material which may differ from the first shot by way of color or polymer type. In this way, the second shot provides texture and aesthetic value to the component. Integrally molded with the second shot is an attachment feature that allows an accessory to be attached proximate the back side of the component without the use of a separate fastener or other separate attachment feature.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle rear door, in particular a drop-down door or a revolving door having an inner door member with a metal profile frame glued to it, exterior paneling and a window pane, wherein the inner door member and/or the window pane exclusively constitute a support surface which bears against a gasket on the vehicle body.

Abstract: Described are in-mold coated products such as vehicular components, in-mold coating methods, and in-mold coating compositions, involving the use of aqueous acrylic copolymer dispersions, desirably self-crosslinking.

Abstract: A door grip for a vehicle. The door grip comprises a base member having a central opening. A bracket is positioned proximate an interior portion of the base member. A cover having a shape generally corresponding to the base member at least partially encloses the interior portion of the base member. A mounting portion of the bracket is attachable to a vehicle door interior panel such that a handle portion of the door grip is cantilevered away from a vehicle door interior panel.

Abstract: This door construction for a vehicle has a door main body which includes: an inner panel on a cabin interior side; an outer panel on a cabin exterior side; and an interior decoration cover disposed on the cabin interior side of the inner panel. The interior decoration cover is joined to the outer panel through an opening formed in the inner panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a covering (18) for the equipment module (16) of a motor vehicle (10) which is longitudinally projected backward with respect to the transversal vertical rear panel (12) of the vehicle (10) and comprises a first wall (28) generally horizontally extending backward from the rear panel (12), a second transversal wall (30) which is arranged above the first wall (28) and inclined thereto. Said inventive covering is characterised in that it comprises a third intermediate wall (38) forming a chamfer which is vertically mounted between the first (28) and second (30) walls and is inclined thereto.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a supporting module for vehicle doors and a mounting procedure for said module, wherein said module incorporates the usual functional elements provided in vehicle doors and is meant to facilitate the mounting tasks. It incorporates an element meant to provide a sealing by covering one of the main openings of the inner plate of the door box, thereby separating the wet area and the dry area of the vehicle. The special configuration of the module and the openings of the inner plate of the door box facilitate the mounting and removal tasks of the module and the elements incorporated on the door, as well as the establishment of a sealing. In addition, the module is freed of all structural responsibilities.

Abstract: There is provided a door hole seal installed between an inner panel 1 and a door trim 2 of an automobile door, a part of which is provided with a slit mechanism 15 through which a wire harness 3 is pulled out, wherein said slit mechanism 15 is prepared by: watertightly installing at least an upper end of a sub-seal 30 on an outer-cabin side of a main seal 20; providing a first slit 21 on said main seal 20 in a horizontal direction; and providing a second slit 31 on the sub-seal 30 at a lower position than the first slit 21 in a horizontal direction.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an improved hardware carrier for use in a trim panel assembly, and a method of making the same. To this end, the hardware carrier includes a body having a front and back surface and a seal molded to the front surface of the body for contacting the doorframe structure of a motor vehicle to seal the carrier thereto. A two-shot molding process utilizing a single mold assembly is used to form the carrier, with the body being formed in the first shot and the seal being formed in the second shot so that the seal is bonded thereto. The molded seal advantageously is provided with a non-linear configuration, such as a substantially repeating v-shaped configuration, and includes a planar top surface. The non-linear configuration of the seal, in conjunction with the top planar surface, advantageously provides a substantial surface area for contacting the doorframe to prevent water leakage within the vehicle.

Abstract: An energy absorbing countermeasure for motor vehicle doors comprises a body having at least a first zone and a second zone. Each zone has at least one surface with recesses in the surface and portions between recesses. The portions are broken upon impact and enter into the recess to exhibit energy absorbing efficiency. The recesses in the first zone are arranged or configured to absorb a first desired peak load during impact and the recesses in the second zone are arranged or configured to absorb a second desired peak load during impact. The first desired peak load is different from the second desired peak load.

Abstract: A noise isolation sheet is installed in a car door that includes a door inner panel and an interior door trim. The door trim is provided inside the door inner panel. The noise isolation sheet partially or wholly covers the door inner panel. The noise isolation sheet has at least two layers including an outer side sheet and an inner side sheet. The outer side sheet includes a first foam body having water absorption of less than 30%, and the inner side sheet includes a second foam body having water absorption of 30% or more.

Abstract: An inflatable interior panel for a passenger vehicle includes a non-inflatable section, and an inflatable section having a peripheral portion adjacent the non-inflatable section. The inflatable section is isolated from the non-inflatable section wherein the inflatable section is not in fluid communication with the non-inflatable section. The inflatable section includes a base wall including a slack material section enabling inflation of the inflatable section, and an inboard wall connected to the base wall to define an interior of the inflatable section. When the interior is pressurized the inboard wall is moved away from the base wall to an extended position with respect to the relatively stationary non-inflatable section.

Abstract: A trim system configured to be received by a vehicle door substrate is provided. Some embodiments of the trim system include a locator and a feature. The feature is moveable relative to the locator after the locator is assembled with the substrate. Some embodiments of the trim system include a first and second feature. The second feature is moveable relative to the first feature after the first feature is assembled with the substrate.

Abstract: A door module, with a trim (9) on which practically all the component items are mounted or assembled, mechanical subassemblies of the lock and the window winder, wiring, etc. with a relative sliding movement between the mechanical subassemblies and the trim, facilitating assembly in the door. The trim includes openings for access to the fixing points for the different items in the door inner liner, as well as a system of waterproofing against moisture.

Abstract: A component for an interior of a vehicle is provided, including a substrate, a skin cooperating with the substrate to define a cavity, and foam disposed within the cavity. The substrate includes a recess defining a side wall and a back wall. The skin includes a primary wall defining a show surface, a perimeter wall extending away from the primary wall and contacting the side wall, and a terminal wall extending away from the perimeter wall. The terminal wall further contacts and applies a force onto the back wall. The foam is disposed within the cavity such as to substantially seal at least one of the perimeter wall and the terminal wall against the substrate. The force acting on the back wall promotes a substantially flam-tight seal, thus preventing foam from leaking between the substrate and the skin.

Abstract: An automotive interior material with high appearance quality and a method of manufacturing the same in the following configurations and steps: A door trim 1 (automotive interior material) has a flat portion 11 (main-body portion) covering a door panel and an armrest 12 protruding into the vehicle compartment. Molten resin material added with foaming agent is supplied into a cavity CV1 formed between a pair of molds 2, 3. Then, opening of the pair of molds 2, 3 by a predetermined amount causes the molten resin material in the cavity CV1 to foam. An upper surface 14 (vertical wall portion) of the armrest 12 is connected to the flat portion 11 and extends in a thickness direction of the flat portion 11. A surface of the upper surface 14 facing outward from the vehicle compartment is formed with a recessed portion 15. During a vehicle collision, an object in the vehicle presses the arm rest 12 formed on the door trim 1.

Abstract: This door lining fixing construction is constructed such that: an assist grip provided on a vehicle interior side of a door lining is fixed to a bracket provided on a vehicle exterior side of the door lining; the bracket is extended to an inner handle opening that is formed in the door lining; the bracket is fixed to a door inner panel through the inner handle opening; an inner handle is disposed between the bracket and the door lining; and an operation hole is formed in the inner handle for fixing the bracket to the door inner panel.

Abstract: A trim panel assembly includes a first trim panel and a second trim panel. The first trim panel has an attachment portion, and the second trim panel has an attachment portion that cooperates with the attachment portion of the first trim panel to connect the first and second trim panels together to provide a trim panel assembly that allows relatively sliding movement between the first and second trim panels. The first trim panel can have a single attachment portion that extends continuously throughout the length thereof, while the second trim panel can have a plurality of discrete portions that extends along the length thereof, or vice versa. The attachment portion of the second trim panel can be molded either about or within the attachment portion of the first trim panel.

Abstract: While a corner part 35 of a skin 7 formed between side covers 30 and 31 has a sector shape, a corner part 29 of a base material 9 also has a sector shape. When resin is charged between the skin 7 and the base material 9, the sector-shaped corner part 35 is bent under a pressure at which the resin is charged to stretch outward, thereby bringing the sector-shaped corner part 35 into absolute contact with the sector-shaped corner part 29 of the base material 9. This prevents resin leakage from between the skin 7 and the base material 9.

Abstract: A method of forming a trim panel is provided comprising molding an interior panel substrate including a main body portion, a lock portion molded as a portion of the interior panel substrate and having a locking element, a first living hinge positioned between the lock portion and the main body portion, a lock engagement portion, and a second living hinge positioned between the lock engagement portion and the main line portion. The method molds an exterior cover stock, including a belt line skin portion, onto an outer surface of the interior panel substrate. The lock portion is rotated about the first living hinge to trap the belt line skin portion between the lock portion and the lock engagement portion in order to create a mechanical skin lock. The lock engagement portion is then rotated about the second living hinge towards an inner surface of the interior panel substrate.