Abstract: A motor vehicle steering wheel lock for mounting diametrically across the rim of the steering wheel and having an extended portion adapted to block complete rotation of the steering wheel has locking means which simplify and reduce the number of manual manipulations required to mount and remove the steering wheel lock. A locking means is provided to permit only axial extension of the elongated steering wheel lock when in the locked condition, and to permit axial contraction of the elongated steering wheel lock only when in the unlocked condition.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a control switch of a machine, such as an ignition switch of a motor vehicle, and with a locking device that is used to secure the machine when the machine is not in operation includes a covering that is detachably-attachable with respect to the control switch and the locking device. The covering is disposed in one of two positions. It is disposed in a first position over the control switch so as to prevent use of the control switch when the locking device is attached to the machine or it is disposed in a second position over a portion of the locking device so as to prevent use of the locking device when the locking device is not attached to the machine. When the covering is disposed over the control switch it serves as a reminder indicating that the locking device is attached to the machine. Alternative embodiments are described that provide various ways for making the covering and for attaching it to the control switch and to the locking device.

Abstract: A motor vehicle steering wheel lock for mounting diametrically across the rim of the steering wheel and having an extended portion adapted to block complete rotation of the steering wheel has locking means which simplify and reduce the number of manual manipulations required to mount and remove the steering wheel lock. A locking means is provided to permit only axial extension of the elongated steering wheel lock when in the locked condition, and to permit axial contraction of the elongated steering wheel lock only when in the unlocked condition.

Abstract: A motor vehicle steering wheel lock for mounting diametrically across the rim of the steering wheel and having an extended portion adapted to block complete rotation of the steering wheel has locking means which simplify and reduce the number of manual manipulations required to mount and remove the steering wheel lock. A locking means is provided to permit only axial extension of the elongated steering wheel lock when in the locked condition, and to permit axial contraction of the elongated steering wheel lock only when in the unlocked condition.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting and/or turning of an automobile steering wheel which includes a pair of clam shell halves made of cut-resistant material for covering the steering wheel rim and an anti-rotation arm. The clam shells radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to limit access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim. Second and third layer motion detector, siren and lights all having a battery and a backup power source are housed in the center of the clam shells.

Abstract: An apparatus for locking steering wheels is provided which comprises a body member, an entrapping member and a locking system. The body member has a recess therein which is configured to receive therein a portion of the steering wheel. The entrapping member is movably supported on the body member, and is moveable between a locked position in which the entrapping member retains the portion of the steering wheel in the recess, and a release position in which the steering wheel can be withdrawn from the recess. The locking system is operatively associated with the entrapping member, and selectively secures the entrapping member in the locked position so that the locking apparatus cannot be removed from the steering wheel or releases the entrapping member to move to the release position, so the locking device can be removed from the steering wheel.

Abstract: A covering lock for an automobile steering wheel includes a cover and an anti-theft rod. The cover has a circumferential U-shaped hook to hook around the steering wheel of a car and the anti-theft rod able to be locked with the cover and extending rearward to prevent the steering wheel from rotated. Then the covering lock not only locks the steering wheel but also prevents a safety air bag fixed on the steering wheel from stolen.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for attachment to an automobile steering wheel designed to limit access to an automobile steering wheel, including the rim of the steering wheel. The device consists of a skeletonized metal structure with a size and shape similar to, but fitting over and on top of, an automobile steering wheel. The device is securely attached to a conventional automobile steering wheel bar lock. The device is casehardened to substantially prevent cutting through the device with a hacksaw. The device helps to prevent the theft of the automobile by keeping the steering wheel immobile.

Abstract: An improved, multi-purpose foot rest peg, having an elongated groove (40) to accommodate a disc rotor brake lock, with a hole (60) to accommodate the cylinder locking apparatur of an existing u-shaped rotor disc lock to be attached to a motorcycle (10), (20), (50) as a foot rest allowing the lock to combine with the foot rest peg clevis to create a FOOT REST/ROTOR DISC LOCK HOLDER COMBINATION FOR A MOTORCYCLE (FIG. 5).

Abstract: A security device for immobilizing a vehicle by securing one or more of its wheels to a fixed location. The device includes an anchorage assembly mounted on a flat horizontal surface that includes two spaced apart channels and one stopper member near to one of the channels. A central assembly with three walls, perpendicularly mounted to each other, is slidably mounted to the anchorage assembly. A holding assembly removably locks central and holding assemblies together. The central assembly has several arms that extend radially outwardly and embrace a vehicle's wheel. A reinforcing arched member connects the bent portions of the arms enhancing the structural integrity of the holding assembly.

Abstract: A chock-type wheel lock has two V-shaped cradles joined at the lowermost part of the "V" horizontally at the tire's center. A sliding bar and cylinder lock engage the cradle members together. Alternatively, a series of adjustment blocks join the cradles together for differing tire sizes. The chocks may be adjustable having an axle which slides into notches in a cradle housing to provide for multi-size tire use.

Abstract: The track lock for snowmobiles is a portable anti-theft device secured to the track of a snowmobile. The device is in the form of a main arm which is longer than a standard snowmobile track. Clamps are included for securing the main bar to the track in the form of one fixed clamp and one movable clamp. A lock is provided for fixing the movable clamp in place while the device is in use. Wings extend outward from the device across outer edge sections of the track to prevent the device from being removed by cutting the track. Guards in the form of flanges are also included on the device to surround and protect the locking mechanism. A flexible member extends through the main arm and connects between the first and second clamps. The flexible member is made of a suitable high tensile strength material to resist being cut therethrough.

Abstract: An anti-theft device is provided to deter theft of an automobile and driver's side airbag. The device combines a shield that covers the airbag and at least a portion of the steering wheel and an extensible, ratcheted steering wheel lock. The anti-theft device includes a concave area for accommodating the airbag and a pair of hooks for attaching to the device to the steering wheel.

Abstract: A steering wheel and lock arrangement, which includes a steering wheel and a lock, the steering wheel being formed of an upper wheel half and a lower wheel half, the lower wheel half having a first oblong insertion hole and two second oblong insertion holes at a top side wall thereof and a respective coupling chamber respectively defined inside each oblong insertion hole, the upper wheel half having a downward rod with a transverse block pivotably coupled to the coupling chamber in the first oblong insertion hole, the lock being securely mounted in the upper wheel half and moved with the upper wheel half between the two second oblong insertion holes at the lower wheel half and operated to lock the steering wheel between the operative position and the non-operative position.

Abstract: A device for locking the wheel of a vehicle to prevent unauthorized movement of the vehicle. The device is particularly suited for use with trailers and other such vehicles that are often left at unguarded or remote locations. The device has a mounting member suitable for mounting on the underside of the vehicle frame or body and a locking member suitable for placement under one of the wheels of the vehicle. A connecting member interconnects and is hingedly connected to both the mounting and locking members. To allow use on a variety of vehicles, the connecting member is adjustable to vary its length and it adjustably connects to the mounting member. The hinged connections of the connecting member to the mounting and locking members allows the device to be placed in a collapsed configuration when it is not in use. A retaining pin is used to hold the device in the collapsed condition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a combination anti-skid, anti-theft and vehicle lifting device. In particular, the device disclosed herein attaches easily and quickly to a vehicle tire to help extract the tire and the vehicle to which it is attached from ice, mud, snow, or other immobilizing medium. It also converts readily to a conventional vehicle lifting jack for changing tires. It also converts readily to a "tire boot" and so can be used to prevent vehicle theft. Finally, it is readily convertible to as to immobilize the vehicle steering wheel, also for theft prevention.

Abstract: A vehicle immobilizing device adapted for removable interconnection to a vehicle wheel assembly for temporarily immobilizing the vehicle. The vehicle immobilizing device utilizes an outer arm, an inner arm, an engagement dome, a self-positioning tire stop, and a securing mechanism which in combination provides engagement to the vehicle wheel assembly to prevent unauthorized removal.

Abstract: The steering wheel lock and an air bag anti-theft device is adapted to fit atop a steering wheel having a hub, a plurality of spokes about a central hub axis and carrying an air bag thereon. The device includes a first and a second platform slidably engaged together. Each platform has, at opposing ends, an arcuate, steering wheel grip member with a substantially semicircular wheel grip face. Each grip face has an open mouth which faces inboard towards said central axis of said steering wheel. The device also includes first and second laterally spaced apart locking bars each carrying locking grooves. The locking bars are mounted on one of said first and said second platforms. Respective receiving channels hold and guide the first and second locking bars. The channels are formed on the other of said first and second platforms such that said locking bars slide in and out of said receiving channels in an unlocked mode. A key actuatable lock is mounted on said other of said first and second platforms.

Abstract: A vehicle steering wheel rotation restraining apparatus which comprises a restraining arm located within the hub of a steering wheel and which is extendable to a steering wheel rotation restraining position outwardly of the steering wheel and retractable within the steering wheel to allow freedom of use of the steering wheel. The restraining apparatus is provided with a lock mechanism on or associated with the exterior surface of the hub for a user to release or lock the restraining arm. The restraining arm is normally located within the hub of the steering wheel and upon opening of the lock device, the restraining arm will automatically extend outwardly to its full steering wheel rotation restraining position. In this latter position, the arm is sufficient in length to preclude any significant turning of the steering wheel since it will impact with a rigid portion of the vehicle or the legs of the vehicle driver. Thus, the restraining arm is easy to use.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for all-terrain vehicles comprising a hollow frame upon which the front or rear wheels of a vehicle rest, said frame being secured to a stable surface, locking structure substantially embedded within the frame, two slidable members engaged with the locking structure, and two wheel engaging end members affixed to the exposed end of said slidable members, which wheel engaging end members press against the wheel hubs of a vehicle thereby prohibiting removal of the vehicle from the stable surface when the locking structure is engaged.

Abstract: The invention is a device for inhibiting the rim of a vehicle steering wheel from movement thereby rendering the vehicle inoperable. The invention is comprised of first and second semicircular casings wherein each casing has an inwardly curving lip disposed around the circular portion of its periphery. Each casing is designed to fit over a portion of the vehicle steering wheel such that when so disposed, the first and second semicircular casings can be secured together to completely encase the rim of the vehicle steering wheel. When secured around the rim of the vehicle steering wheel in this manner, casings prevent any portion of the rim from being broken or cut. Additionally, a radial bar is attached to the outer surface of one of the casings wherein the bar extends beyond the periphery of the steering wheel to prevent substantial rotation of the steering wheel. The bar is also used to join the first and second casings.

Abstract: A vehicle anti-theft device uses a rigid bar removably set between a turned vehicle wheel and the wheel well to block movement of the vehicle and prevent its theft. The anti-theft device consists of a rigid rod attached to a bracket by a locking pin locked through mating transverse aperatures in the rod and bracket. The bracket is mountable in the wheel well of the vehicle.

Abstract: A lock includes a case having a shield, a locking member housing contained in a first chamber of the case and protected by the shield, a locking member contained in the locking member housing, a locking rod also contained in the first chamber of the case and moved by the locking member in locking and unlocking, and a deadbolt having a press portion and a rod portion with an annular groove for the end of the locking rod to engage in for locking. The locking member has a single or a double pin tumbler locking mechanism, or a disc tumbler locking mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mechanical device that protects auto-theft. It is to be installed on steering wheel and has the following merits over existing devices. These are: 1) automobile can not be stolen even after they cut steering wheel-rim on both sides of the device, 2) it is adjustable to fit any type of steering wheel, and 3) it takes a simple pushing to lock up the device to the automobile steering wheel, and unlocking the key-operated lock to the device releases it from the automobile steering wheel automatically.

Abstract: A security device for preventing rotation of a wheel on a vehicle, such as a trailer. The security device includes a base member attachable to the vehicle wheel and a cover member for positioning over the base member wherein the cover member supports a bar extending beyond the radius of the vehicle wheel. The base member and cover member are formed having a cooperating non-circular shape whereby the cover member is prevented from rotating relative to the base member.

Abstract: A wheel lock is disclosed which comprises a pair of tire width adjustable hooks members which are slidably positionable for tire diameter adjustment and locking. A pair of chocks are also provided for meshing with an inside rim surface of a wheel to be locked which prevents the device from rotating as a tire. The width adjustment is only accessible when the device is not installed while the tire diameter adjustment also serves as a keyed locking mechanism for the device. The device is constructed of lightweight tubular components and is particularly adaptable for use on trailers, motorcycles and ATVs.

Abstract: A steering wheel lock including a lock body, a U-shaped shackle bar mounted on the lock body for securing to the lock body to the rim of the steering wheel to be locked, a hook bar integral with the lock body for hooking on the rim of the steering wheel, and a polygonal stop bar fixed to the lock body for stopping at a fixed location inside the motor vehicle, the polygonal stop bar having square drive ends at both ends for use as L-shaped wrench means for turning bolts and nuts by means of sockets.

Abstract: A steering lock assembly includes a main body having a recess for receiving a portion of a rim of a steering wheel, a hook device pivotally mounted in the main body and including a hook member for releasably enclosing the recess of the main body to securely hold the portion of the rim of the steering wheel, an air bag protective plate securely attached to the hook means to rotate therewith, and pawls for releasably engaging with ratchet wheels respectively mounted on the hook device and the air bag protective plate. The pawls are biased to engage with the ratchet wheels such that the air bag protective plate is only rotatable in a direction toward the air bag and that the hook member is only rotatable toward the recess of the main body.

Abstract: A steering wheel lock includes a lock body with a stop bar at one side, a locating device fixedly fastened to the lock body, the locating device having two vertical barrels at two opposite sides and a U-shaped retainer plate at the top, a U-shaped shackle, and a vibration-initiated alarm signal mounted inside the lock body, wherein the U-shaped retainer plate of the locating device is hooked on the periphery of the steering wheel of a car, permitting the stop bar of the lock body to be stopped at a part inside the car, and the U-shaped shackle is inserted through the barrels of the locating device into lock holes on the lock body and locked by the lock body to secure the locating device and the lock body in place and to stop the steering wheel from rotation; a radio transmitter circuit is connected to the vibration-initiated alarm circuit, the radio transmitter circuit being triggered to transmit a radio alarm signal into the air when the vibration-initiated alarm circuit is induced to alarm; a radio receiver

Abstract: A semi circular disc steering wheel lock is mainly composed of a semi disc and a lock plate, the semi disc is in a fan shape contour having a bending portion from its edge to form an end wall and a hole at the center portion of the end wall, the inner bottom portion has a guide rail for the lock plate to slide therein and a lock core at the opposite side. The lock plate includes an L-shaped bar erecting from the lock plate and a blind hole at the opposite side of the bar. Whereas, when the semi circular disc lock is placed on a steering wheel, pull the lock plate along the guide rail until the erecting bar extending into the hole, thus, the steering wheel is confined by the lock plate to spin.

Abstract: A security device (10) for security a frame or chassis of a caravan or other wheeled vehicle to the ground comprises an elongate securing arm (12) extending substantially transversely of the chassis between two frame members (4) thereof, and an elongate support member (14) extending downwardly into the ground. The support member (14) and the securing arm (12) are made in one piece and the free end of the support member (14) is engaged in the ground. The engagement of the support member (14) is such that withdrawal thereof from the ground requires rotation of the support member (14). At each of its ends, the securing arm (12) carries engagement members (32,34) to engage with, and be locked to, the frame members (4). Although the security device is simple to manufacture and install, it provides a high degree of security.

Abstract: A multishaft combination lock includes a lock body, an alignment sleeve, and a detachable pin. The alignment sleeve has a hole and is rotatably coupled to the lock body to provide access into the lock body. The alignment sleeve has an angled cutout at a first end, with the alignment of the cutout being adjusted by rotating the alignment sleeve. The detachable pin has a floating bushing that can be misaligned with the principle axis of the detachable pin. To lock the multishaft combination lock, the lock body is fitted to the detachable pin through the hole of the alignment sleeve with the floating bushing misaligned with the angled cutout. When the detachable pin is fully inserted into the lock body, the floating bushing is positioned beyond the end of the alignment sleeve within the lock body and becomes misaligned or offset with the alignment sleeve. To unlock the lock, the alignment sleeve is rotated so that the angled cutout is aligned with the floating bushing of the detachable pin.

Abstract: A force multiplier is employed to embed a compression element or elements of a vehicular chock assembly in one or both sidewalls of a tire to effect a positive interlock therewith. The force multiplier is then locked to the chock assembly to maintain the interlock.

Abstract: An automobile anti-theft device comprised of an outer three prong portion having two outer prongs and a center prong. The outer prongs have a lower portion of a curvilinear portion secured thereto thereby forming a U-shape. The center prong is secured to a midpoint of a top surface of the curvilinear portion. The center prong has an engagement rod extending outwardly therefrom. The device contains an inner three prong portion having two outer prongs and a center prong. The outer prongs have a lower portion of a curvilinear portion secured thereto thereby forming a U-shape. The center prong is secured to a midpoint of a top surface of the curvilinear portion. The center prong has a locking member therein. The locking member includes an engageable locking pawl.

Abstract: The invention is based on the principle that the antitheft device has a body of a hard material which cannot be easily cut through and which covers the points of connection of at least one rib with the steering wheel rim and the steering wheel hub. As a result, even though the uncovered rim portion or uncovered ribs are cut through, the device still preserves its antitheft functions, and the vehicle remain non-steerable. The body of the device has a U-shaped cross-sectional configuration so that the device can be hooked up over the wheel rim and then locked to the rim by a lock.

Abstract: A lock assembly a casing securely, releasably engaged onto a steering wheel of a vehicle. The casing includes a number of slots defined in a first portion thereof and a plurality of first holes defined a second portion thereof. A movable plate is mounted between the casing and the steering wheel and slidable relative to the casing. The movable plate includes a number of second holes defined therein for optionally aligning with the first holes in the casing. A locking device consisting of two hooked rods are provided to lock the casing and the movable plate in position.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel lock which is adjustable to accommodate various sized wheels on a vehicle and/or the steering wheel of the vehicle, and includes a two-part base, one-part insertable into the other part, two arms extending in a U-shaped fashion from the base, the distal ends of the U-shaped arms curving inward toward each other, with a serrated locking bracket positioned internal to and attached to one of the insertable bases, and a cylinder-type lock positioned internal to and attached to the opposed base, wherein the width of the lock, that is the distance between the opposed arms, may be adjusted for placement of the lock around tires of various sizes and on to a wheel, and/or a steering wheel, and for placing the lock in a position whereby the lock may be locked, thereby immobilizing the vehicle wheel or steering wheel and preventing theft of the vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicular anti-theft device is provided including a steering wheel having a central portion coupled to a steering column and an outer annular portion coupled in concentric relationship with the central portion. A security mechanism is provided for encompassing the outer annular portion of the steering wheel. Next provided is a gripping arm fixed with respect to the security mechanism for precluding the rotation of the steering wheel.

Abstract: A motor vehicle steering wheel lock for mounting diametrically across the rim of the steering wheel and having an extended portion adapted to block complete rotation of the steering wheel has locking means which simplify and reduce the number of manual manipulations required to mount and remove the steering wheel lock. A locking means is provided to permit only axial extension of the elongated steering wheel lock when in the locked condition, and to permit axial contraction of the elongated steering wheel lock only when in the unlocked condition.

Abstract: A vehicle immobilizing device adapted for removable interconnection to a vehicle wheel assembly for temporarily immobilizing the vehicle. The vehicle immobilizing device utilizes an outer arm, an inner arm, an engagement dome, and a securing mechanism which in combination provides engagement to the vehicle wheel assembly in at least four distinct locations to prevent unauthorized removal.

Abstract: A locking device (1), especially suitable for clamping onto motor vehicle wheels. It consists of a generally elongate lock case (2) and a first and second grip arm (3, 4), each connected to one end of the lock case. The grip arms (3, 4) are designed to grip from opposite sides at least partly around the edge of the wheel so that the lock case (2) lies essentially parallel to the axis of the wheel. The first grip claw (4) is slideably received in the lock case (2). The novelty of the invention resides in that in the lock case (2) there is provided a toothed bar (11) connected at one end to one of the grip claws (3), which, when the lock is in a locked state, engages with a check pawl (14). The check pawl (14) is operatively connected to the second grip claw (4). The lock case may also be equipped with a spring (17) for drawing together the two grip claws (3, 4).

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting of an automobile steering wheel which includes a protective member made of cut-resistant material covering the steering wheel rim and a connector for attaching the protective member to the steering wheel rim. The protective member radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to limit access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim. The protective member includes two or more plate sections which can be collapsed into a smaller form for convenient storage. The protective member also includes a guide member to limit the movement of the plate sections with respect to one another.

Abstract: A security device for a motor vehicle comprising a cover adapted to be fitted over a portion of the steering wheel of the vehicle including at least one spoke and a portion of the steering wheel rim so as to render the cover irremovable by cutting any combination of the uncovered portions of the steering wheel, a locking mechanism cooperating with the cover and an extension from the cover to foul a driver's ability to operate the steering wheel. The locking mechanism further comprises a locking pin or pins and/or a lid to prevent rotation of the device relative to the steering wheel together with an extension from the cover to inhibit a driver from using the steering wheel when the security device is mounted.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting of an automobile steering wheel which includes a protective member made of cut-resistant material covering the steering wheel rim and a connector for attaching the protective member to the steering wheel rim. The protective member radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to preclude access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim.

Abstract: Two parts telescope so as to selectively engage the steering wheel at a portion of its rim. A third part independently telescopes relative to the first two parts so as to span a remaining portion of the diameter of the steering wheel, and so as engage the rim of the wheel at a point opposite to the portion where are located the first and second parts. One single key lock suffices to lock all telescoping parts in position, selectively engaging or releasing the device from the steering wheel at two points. The impediment presented by the locked device to turning the steering wheel is not subject to being defeated merely by cutting through either the steering wheel, or the device itself, at any single location.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting of an automobile steering wheel which includes a protective member made of cut-resistant,material for covering the steering wheel rim and a connector for attaching the protective member to the steering wheel rim. The protective member radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to limit access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim. The protective member is collapsible for convenient storage.

Abstract: An immobilizing device 12 is connected to a wheeled vehicle such as a trailer 12 or caravan 52 by a connection. The device 12 comprises a wheel clamp to be secured to or about a wheel 14,53 of the wheeled vehicle. The connection in one embodiment comprises a rod 38 which is slidable and rotatable in two bushes 40 on the chassis 42 of the vehicle 10, the rod 38 being transverse to the vehicle and being connected to a bar 34 which is pivotally connected to the wheel clamp. In another embodiment the connection comprises a rod 70 which is slidable forwards and backwards in relation to the vehicle in two bushes 72 on the vehicle chassis and is connected to the wheel clamp.

Abstract: Apparatus for clamping a wheel of a wheeled vehicle to prevent or deter theft of the vehicle comprises (a) a first arm and a second arm, each of the arms having a middle portion, a clamping end portion and a locking end portion, the arms being rotatably connected to each other at their respective middle portions; (b) a cross bar having a free end portion and a connecting end portion, the connecting end portion being rotatably connected to the locking end portion of the first arm; (c) a first flange member extending from the locking end portion of the second arm and defining and including a first notch for receiving the free end portion of the cross bar; and (d) a second flange member detachably attachable to the free end portion of the cross bar. The clamping end portions are brought into proximity with one another when the locking end portions are brought into proximity with one another to thereby enable clamping of the wheel.

Abstract: The vehicle detention device disclosed includes a pair of stopper blocks, a locking means, a pair of chains and a cover unit. One stopper block is fixed to a guide shaft and the other stopper block can be movably displaced to accommodate the size of the object tire. Locking means prevents movable stopper block from being displaced away from contact with object tire maintaining stopper block contact with object tire on either side of tire at ground contact point thus preventing rotation. A pair of chains is used to fasten object wheel to detention device when stopper blocks are placed in the engaged position. Key operated cover unit conceals access to mechanical components needed to release the detention device from the fastened condition thus preventing unauthorized removal of the device from the restrained vehicle.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for obtaining same-day payment of parking violation fines imposed by a municipality or other governmental body, having a tire clamp with a combination lock, to be applied to a tire of the violator's vehicle, and a notice to the vehicle owner, which informs the owner of a phone number to call, to pay the fine by credit card and obtain the combination to the lock, allowing the owner to release the vehicle, after which the vehicle owner clamps the tire clamp around a parking meter or sign post, for later retrieval by police.