Abstract: A steering lock unit in which it is possible to place priority on the operating speed or the extracting force of the lock member according to the engagement state of the lock member in the movable member. In a steering lock unit (10) including a transmission mechanism which transmits a power of an electric motor (22) to the lock shaft (30) which holds and releases engagement with a steering shaft. The transmission mechanism includes: a shaft portion (24a) which is adapted to rotate in response to operation of the electric motor (22); and a winder (26) which engages with the shaft portion (24a) and transmits the operation of the electric motor (22) to the lock shaft (30).

Abstract: A theft prevention apparatus for a leisure vehicle including a portable device, a lock device, a lock operation stopper member, a pull-out operation stopper member, a lock operation restricting actuator, a pull-out operation restricting actuator, and a controller including a memory, a receiver, and a processing unit configured to control the lock operation restricting actuator to cause a lock operation stopper member to be moved from the position where a protruded operation and a retracted operation of a lock bar are disabled to the position where the protruded operation and the retracted operation are enabled and to control the pull-out operation restricting actuator to cause a pull-out operation stopper member to be moved from the position where a pull-out operation of the mechanical key is disabled to the position where the pull-out operation of the mechanical key is enabled, when the user identification codes match.

Abstract: An ignition switch device is provided with a switching device 2 having a key hole 2a, and capable of being rotationally operated in a predetermined direction with an ignition key K inserted to start and stop the engine of an industrial machine, a case 3 covering the switching device 2 and formed with an insertion hole 3b allowing the key hole 2a to face the outside, a shutter 4 rotatable between a closed position where the insertion hole 3b of the case 3 is closed, and an open position where the insertion hole 3b is opened to allow the key hole 2a to face outside, and a protruding portion 7 formed within the range of rotation of the shutter 4 while protruding from the surface 3a of the case 3 and whose protruding end contacts the rear surface 4b of the shutter 4 while the shutter 4 rotates.

Abstract: A column lock assembly for a vehicle including a steering shaft rotatable about a longitudinal axis is disclosed. A first abutment defining a plurality of recesses and a second abutment are mounted to the steering shaft. A sleeve is disposed between the abutments with a locking member movable between a locked position preventing rotation of the sleeve and an unlocked position allowing rotation of the sleeve. The sleeve includes a body portion and a first protrusion engaging one of the recesses to couple the sleeve to the steering shaft for concurrent rotation about the longitudinal axis with the body portion being deformable along the longitudinal axis to move the first protrusion from one of the recesses to an other one of the recesses for allowing rotation of the steering shaft relative to the sleeve when the locking member is in the locked position.

Abstract: This anti-theft device includes a stator (12), a rotor (14) mounted to rotate in the stator (12) between a first extreme angular position known as the “off” position and at least one second angular position, and a member (22) for interrupting the return travel of the rotor (14) from the second position to the “off” position in a position known as the “non-return” position interpolated angularly between the second position and “off” position, the interrupting member (22) being electrically deactivatable. The anti-theft device further includes a mechanical member (32) for deactivating the interrupting member (22).

Abstract: A steering lock assembly that does not require tools for fixing a lock bolt cover relative to a housing to cover a cavity formed in the housing includes a housing having a cavity formed therein with a lock bolt received in the cavity. A lock bolt cover covering the cavity has an opening through which the lock bolt extends. A snap belt is fixed to one of the lock bolt cover and the housing and engages the other of the lock bolt cover and the housing to fix the lock bolt cover relative to the housing. In one embodiment, crush ribs formed on the snap belt minimizes contact between the cover and housing to minimize rattle.

Abstract: There is provided a key apparatus, including: a key cylinder that is rotatable when a vehicle key is inserted; and an accommodating portion in which an assembling member is assembled in a body member, the body member and the assembling member form an inner surface, and the key cylinder is accommodated in the inner surface.

Abstract: A method for selecting Quality of Service (QoS) policy, the method including: setting QoS policy processing information in a QPH; receiving, by a QoS Manager (QM), a QoS request from a CP, selecting a QPH to provide QoS policy for a traffic stream according to the processing information of each QPH in a home network, and providing QoS policy to the traffic stream according to the QoS policy of the selected QPH. Through the method and the system of the present invention, the problem that only the QoS policy of the QPH specified by the CP or the default QoS policy can be used as the QoS policy of the traffic stream when multiple QPHs exist in the home network is solved.

Abstract: The invention provides a motor-driven steering lock apparatus which can improve a reliability of locking and unlocking operations, with a simple circuit structure. A power supply line from a battery and a driving means are connected by a switching means only at a time when a feed signal from a host first control means to a drive control means (CPU), a power supply-enabling signal from the host first control means and a power supply-enabling signal from a host second control means are input to the switching means.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle anti-theft device including an equipped case forming part of an assembly for locking the steering column of a vehicle. The inventive anti-theft device includes: a mechanism which is housed at least partially inside a case and which comprises at least a stator/rotor assembly and a cam (32), whereby the rotor can be externally actuated using a key; and a member for controlling the locking of the vehicle steering column, which can move in translation. The anti-theft device also includes two moulded shells each comprising cavities that can receive at least part of the above-mentioned mechanism, said shells being assembled to one another along a mating surface that extends essentially axially in relation to the axis of rotation of the rotor and the displacement axis of the locking control member.

Abstract: An electric steering lock device is provided that includes a column pipe, a steering shaft pivotably passed through the interior of the column pipe, and electric lock means that has an electric motor and that can switch in response to operation of the electric motor between a locked state in which pivoting of the steering shaft is prevented and an unlocked state in which pivoting of the steering shaft is permitted, wherein the electric lock means (15) is disposed within the column pipe (13). This can make breakage or unauthorized unlocking of the electric lock means difficult by unauthorized means.

Abstract: An ignition lock for a motor vehicle includes a carrier element for holding an ignition key that is inserted in the ignition lock. The carrier element is movable along a longitudinal axis of the ignition lock. The carrier element pushes a slide bar from a blocking position to an unblocking position when the carrier element moves along the longitudinal axis. A latch bar, when in its latching position, restricts a movement of the carrier element along the longitudinal axis and, when in its unlatching position, allows the carrier element to move along the longitudinal axis. When the latch bar is in its unlatching position and the slide bar is in its blocking position, the slide bar prevents the latch bar from moving from the unlatching position to the latching position.

Abstract: A rod guide portion (5) is protruded on a frame body (4), and a lock rod (10) is disposed in the rod guide portion (5) so as to be freely movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. A guide-side weak portion (13) and a rod-side weak portion (14) are provided on the rod guide portion (5) and the lock rod (10), respectively. A deadlock mechanism (15A) is provided, which locks a tip end side of the lock rod (10), the tip end side being cut off at the rod-side weak portion (14), at a position at a point of time when the lock rod (10) is cut off when the rod guide portion (5) and the lock rod (10) are cut off at positions of the guide-side weak portion (13) and the rod-side guide portion (14).

Abstract: An electric steering lock device of the invention includes: a rotating body (worm wheel) that is driven by a motor to rotate in an unlocking direction and a locking direction; a first cam section and a second cam section provided in the worm wheel; a lock member that follows the first cam section to be displaced between a lock position and an unlock position; and a lever member that follows the second cam section and that is positioned, when the lock member is positioned at the unlock position, at a waiting position at which the lock member is allowed to move, and that is positioned, when the lock member is moved to the lock position, at a retention position at which the lock member is blocked from moving to the unlock position.

Abstract: The keyless engine starting system includes a turning shaft 93 connected to a handle lock for locking and unlocking. The keyless engine starting system also includes a knob 92 having a cylindrical support portion which is turnably fitted along an outer periphery of the shaft 93. The shaft 93 is in engagement with a pawl 33 when the knob 92 is in a predetermined lock position to limit the turning motion of the shaft 93. The engagement of pawl 33 with respect to the shaft 93 is released in response to a releasing signal from outside. The keyless engine starting system also includes a click ball 95, a spring 94 and a recess 922 which form a torque limiter mechanism for connecting the knob 92 with the shaft 93. If the shaft 93 is forcibly turned, the knob 92 turns free without engaging the shaft 93.

Abstract: An ignition switch device is provided with a switch having a key hole, and capable of being rotationally operated in a predetermined direction with an ignition key inserted to start and stop the engine of an industrial machine, a case covering the switch and formed with an insertion hole allowing the key hole to face the outside, a shutter rotatable between a closed position where the insertion hole of the case is closed, and an open position where the insertion hole is opened to allow the key hole to face outside, and a gutter formed on the surface of the case, and extending toward an outer end of the case while a base end communicates with the insertion hole.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mechanism (1) for starting a vehicle engine by means of an electronic key (3). Said mechanism (1) comprises a receiving device (2) in the vehicle for inserting the key (3). The key (3) that is inserted in said receiving device (2) cannot be twisted while being movable in a longitudinal direction into at least one defined raised position. Such mechanisms are provided with locking devices which secure the electronic key (3) in the receiving slot against being removed during operation of the vehicle. Said locking device is controlled via electrical drives (10). In order to be able to remove the key (3) when the drive (10) is down or in case of a power failure in the vehicle, means are that provided that allow the key (3) to be removed mechanically as an emergency measure.

Abstract: A steering lock device and method of manufacturing the steering lock device, which is interoperated with an electronic authentication system via minimal structural changes, whose productivity is improved since coupling/decoupling is simple, and whose security against motor vehicle theft is improved, is provided. In the steering lock device, an actuator is coupled with a cam protrusion being coupled with a lock pin, and thereby moves the lock pin. The actuator is operated by an electronic authentication device being carried by a driver, moves the lock pin when receiving a driving signal, and selectively fixes a steering column. Due to the steering lock device and the method of manufacturing the steering device, productivity is improved since coupling/decoupling is simple, and security against motor vehicle theft is improved.

Abstract: A steering column assembly includes a steering shaft rotatable about a longitudinal axis with a plurality of first plates fixedly mounted to the steering shaft. The first plates are spaced from each other to define a gap therebetween. A plurality of second plates are disposed about the steering shaft with at least one of the second plates disposed in each of the gaps. The plates abut each other for providing a frictional engagement therebetween to cause concurrent rotation of the steering shaft and the plates when a locking member is in an unlocked position. The locking member engages the second plates when in a locked position for preventing rotation of the second plates with the steering shaft and the first plates continuing to be impeded from rotating until the frictional engagement is overcome thereby allowing relative rotation of the steering shaft and the first plates relative to the second plates.

Abstract: An electric steering lock device of the invention includes: a rotating body (worm wheel) that is driven by a motor to rotate in an unlocking direction and a locking direction; a first cam section and a second cam section provided in the worm wheel; a lock member that follows the first cam section to be displaced between a lock position and an unlock position; and a lever member that follows the second cam section and that is positioned, when the lock member is positioned at the unlock position, at a waiting position at which the lock member is allowed to move, and that is positioned, when the lock member is moved to the lock position, at a retention position at which the lock member is blocked from moving to the unlock position.

Abstract: An electric steering lock for a drive authorization system in a motor vehicle, including a movable locking element which, according to a first position, can be brought into locking engagement with a latched-in position on the steering shaft in the steering wheel column and, according to a second position, can be brought out of locking engagement with said position. The steering lock also has a drive for moving the locking element between the two positions, and electronics for controlling the drive. The system may have an associated second device in the form of an electronic key, an identification (ID) transmitter, a chip card or the like, with the result that, when the second device is authorized, the drive can be controlled into the respective position by the electronics. The electronics generate those signals which are used to trigger functions which can otherwise be effected by an electric ignition lock.

Abstract: A steering lock assembly an assembly housing includes a non-linear passage that receives a cam shaft and/or cam pin. The non-linear passage provides a steering lock assembly that is shorter than steering lock assemblies having an assembly housing with a linear passage for receiving the cam shaft and cam pin.

Abstract: A locking structure of a steering column. A main housing is provided around a steering shaft and fixed to a car body. An insert pipe protrudes from the main housing. A sliding housing has an arc portion surrounding the insert pipe, a tightening block at each end, and a variable inner cross-section that changes with distance between the tightening blocks. An upper housing is tiltable relative to the sliding housing. A tilt plate is fixed to the upper housing, extends to the tightening block, and has an arc-shaped slot corresponding to a rotation distance of the lilt plate. A locking bolt passes through the arc-shaped slot of the tilt plate and through the tightening blocks. An operation lever is rotatably fitted on the locking bolt. A cam assembly variably applies a force to the tilt plates and the tightening blocks according to a rotation distance of the operation lever.

Abstract: A portable remote control key case including a first case shell and a second case shell that are securely fastened to each other. The case includes a case body, which has a component chamber and a key socket, and a mechanical key, which is partially received in the key socket. First and second engagement projections are formed extending across a boundary between the first and second case shells. The mechanical key includes clamp portions for clamping the first and second engagement projections.

Abstract: A drive of a steering-lock actuator is controlled such that a lock member takes a steering lock state from a steering unlock state if there occurs a change in the state of a vehicle door detected by a door-state detecting device and a stop state of the vehicle is detected by a vehicle-stop-state detecting device when an ignition switch is in an OFF state (step S7). A power supply to the vehicle-stop-state detecting device is made stop if the ignition switch is turned to the OFF state from an ON state (step S2), and the power supply to the vehicle-stop-state detecting device resumes if there occurs the change in the state of the vehicle door detected by the door-state detecting device when the ignition switch is in the OFF state (step S4).

Abstract: An electric steering lock system includes a planetary gear mechanism provided between a rotation member and an electric motor which operate to slide a locking member. The planetary gear mechanism includes: a first sun gear coupled to the electric motor in a relatively non-rotatable manner; a ring gear fixed to a casing and having inner teeth; first planetary gears carried on a first carrier and meshed with the first sun gear and the inner teeth; a second sun gear coupled to the first carrier in a relatively non-rotatable manner; a second sun gear which is carried on a second carrier connected to the rotation member in a relatively non-rotatable manner and which is meshed with the second sun gear and the inner teeth. A shaft has opposite ends coaxially coupled to the first sun gear and the rotation member respectively in a relatively rotatable manner. The first carrier and the second sun gear are supported on the shaft in a relatively rotatable manner.

Abstract: A steering lock assembly an assembly housing includes a non-linear passage that receives a cam shaft and/or cam pin. The non-linear passage provides a steering lock assembly that is shorter than steering lock assemblies having an assembly housing with a linear passage for receiving the cam shaft and cam pin.

Abstract: An ignition switch device is provided with a switching means 2 having a key hole 2a, and capable of being rotationally operated in a predetermined direction with an ignition key K inserted to start and stop the engine of an industrial machine, a case 3 covering the switching means 2 and formed with an insertion hole 3b allowing the key hole 2a to face the outside, a shutter 4 rotatable between a closed position where the insertion hole 3b of the case 3 is closed, and an open position where the insertion hole 3b is opened to allow the key hole 2a to face outside, and a gutter 8 formed on the surface 3a of the case 3, and extending toward an outer end of the case 3 while a base end communicates with the insertion hole 3b.

Abstract: An ignition switch device 1 is provided with a switching means 2 having a key hole 2a allowing a regular ignition key K to be inserted thereinto, and capable of being rotationally operated in a predetermined direction with the ignition key K inserted to start and stop an engine of an industrial machine, a case 3 covering the switching means 2 and formed with an insertion hole 3b allowing the key hole 2a to face the outside, and a main guide shape 5 composed of a groove having a V-shaped cross-section, which is formed on the surface 3a of the case 3, and extending toward the insertion hole 3b to allow the tip Ka of the ignition key K to be guided to the key hole 2a.

Abstract: The body of a portable device of an electronic key system includes a lock mechanism for removably holding an emergency key held in a housing of the body. The mechanism includes a rotary member and a torsion coil spring. The rotary member is supported rotatably on the body, and when a first end of the member is pushed inward of the body in the direction perpendicular to the rotary shaft, a second end of the member is raised outward of the body. The spring applies a constant force to the first end outward of the body. The second end is formed with a protrusion adapted to be fitted in a hole of the forward end of the key held in the housing. With the key held in the housing, the protrusion is disengaged from the hole and the key can be pulled out by pushing the first end.

Abstract: An electric steering locking apparatus includes a cam plate (5) that rotates in an unlocking direction (R1) and a locking direction (R2) by driving operation of a motor unit, and a locking shaft (8) that follows a sliding surface (6) of the cam plate (5) and that moves between a locking position where the rotation of a steering shaft is prevented and an unlocking position where the rotation of the steering shaft is permitted. The cam plate (5) is set such that a rotation center (O) coincides with a center of gravity (G).

Abstract: In an operation device for a vehicle ignition switch includes a rotational member for changing the switching mode, an operation knob connected with the rotational member while permitting the rotational operation to a LOCK, ON, OFF positions, etc. a block member capable of displacement between a position for permitting or inhibiting the rotation of the operation knob, and a solenoid having a plunger connected for driving the block member to a position permitting the rotation of the operation knob in accordance with ID authentication, generation of abnormal sounds caused by the vibrations of the vehicle and injuries due to wearing is reliably prevented at the ON position by the holding member that abuts against the plunger of the solenoid 17 so as to inhibit the displacement thereof.

Abstract: An ignition switch and steering lock device for motor vehicles, comprising: a main body; an electronic control circuit provided with input/output interfaces; means for locking; a mechanical actuator, for moving the means for locking. The means for locking are mobile between a locked position in which their action blocks the vehicle steering in a fixed orientation relative to the frame, and an unlocked position in which said elements do not block the rotation of the steering relative to the frame. The means for locking can be moved into the locked position only at a minimum steering lock orientation. The device further comprises at least one unlocked position sensor to determine the position of the means for locking and at least one steering orientation sensor to determine the orientation of the steering.

Abstract: There are provided a cam plate (5) that rotates in an unlocking direction and a locking direction, and a locking shaft (8) that moves between a locking position where rotation of a steering shaft is prevented and an unlocking position where the rotation of the steering shaft is permitted by rotation of the cam plate (5). The cam plate (5) is provided with a steering lock preventing unit (20) through a spring (22). The steering lock preventing unit (20) holds the locking shaft (8) in the unlocking position. A ball (23) moves on a moving surface (24) of a motor unit (4) opposed to the cam plate (5) by rotation of the cam plate (5). A projecting wall (25) is provided on the moving surface (24) at a position before the unlocking position in a range where the ball (23) moves from the locking position to the unlocking position.

Abstract: A steering column lock assembly and a method of operating the same, the steering column lock assembly including a steering column having a gear portion and a rotatable shaft; an actuator operably attached to the steering column, the actuator being free to translate with respect to the steering column; and a lever arm operably attached to the steering column; wherein translation of the actuator engages the lever arm with the gear portion to lock the steering column.

Abstract: A slot mechanism having an accommodation space into which an insertion object is inserted through a slot. The slot mechanism includes a shutter located in the accommodation space. The shutter is movable along an insertion direction of the insertion object. When the insertion object is inserted into the accommodation space, the shutter is pressed by the insertion object and moved toward the back of the accommodation space. When the insertion object is removed from the accommodation space, the shutter is moved toward the slot to close the slot. The shutter has a guiding portion that stabilizes the attitude of the insertion object when the insertion object is pressed against the shutter.

Abstract: A device for locking the steering shaft of a motor vehicle against rotation by means of a locking bolt cooperating with locking recesses of the steering shaft. A control member that can be rotated back and forth displaces the locking bolt back and forth radially relative to the axis of rotation of the control member between a locking position and a release position. The locking bolt has a laterally protruding pin that engages a spiral groove of the control member on the front face of the control member adjacent to the locking bolt and that winds about the axis of rotation of the control member. The locking bolt has a pin which is is spring-loaded and movable in the direction towards the control member. The control member can be rotated as far as into the position corresponding to the locking position of the locking bolt even if no locking recess of the steering shaft is located in front of the locking bolt to receive same.

Abstract: A steering lock system with a control knob for a vehicle, comprises: a cylinder rotatably carried in a stationary housing; a rotor relatively rotatably inserted into the cylinder and having a key hole into which a mechanical key can be inserted; and a control knob mounted on the rotor. In the steering lock system, the control knob comprises: a knob body fixed to the rotor and having a key guide hole for guiding the insertion of the mechanical key into the key hole; and a knob cap detachably mounted to the knob body to cover the entire knob body in such a manner that its outer surface forms a design face.

Abstract: A steering lock apparatus for locking a steering shaft of a vehicle. The steering lock apparatus includes a motor and a lock assembly that is moved by the motor. The lock assembly includes a lock bar that moves between a lock position at which the lock bar is engaged with the steering shaft and an unlock position at which the lock bar is disengaged from the steering shaft. A magnet receptacle portion is arranged on the lock assembly. A magnet is attached to the magnet receptacle portion and moved integrally with the lock assembly. A magnetic field detection element detects a present position of the lock assembly based on a magnetic field of the magnet. The magnet is magnetically held and positioned in the magnet receptacle portion by magnetic attraction force produced between the magnet and a part of the lock assembly.

Abstract: A starter assembly for a vehicle includes a housing adapted to be coupled to a vehicle ignition system. A carrier has a key opening and is movably mounted within the housing. A latch is movably mounted to the carrier and is movable between a first latch position and a second latch position. An electronic key is provided to be received in the key opening of the carrier. The key has a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis. The first end includes a first end wall. The first end wall has an opening defining an axially extending cavity therein.

Abstract: A steering lock that is easy to assemble but difficult for an automobile thief to dismantle. The steering lock includes a cover on which a support structure for supporting a lock mechanism is integrally formed. The lock mechanism is attached to the cover to assemble a first subunit. A steering lock ECU is attached to an ECU case to assemble a second subunit. The first subunit is attached to the second subunit to assemble a lock unit. The lock unit is attached to the housing. A bolt fastens the lock unit and the housing to each other. A second connector is then attached to the housing.

Abstract: A portable remote control key case including a first case shell and a second case shell that are securely fastened to each other. The case includes a case body, which has a component chamber and a key socket, and a mechanical key, which is partially received in the key socket. First and second engagement projections are formed extending across a boundary between the first and second case shells. The mechanical key includes clamp portions for clamping the first and second engagement projections.

Abstract: A compact steering lock that resists breakage includes a housing having an opening through which an internal component is inserted. The housing includes an exterior wall having a through hole for receiving a connector. The through hole is spaced from the opening. This prevents the housing from cracking at the end surface extending around the opening when external stress is applied to the housing.

Abstract: An activation restricting apparatus for an engine starting system that may be produced with a compact size. The apparatus includes an operating mechanism, an actuator, and a control unit. The operating mechanism starts and stops the engine and has a plurality of positions including a LOCK position. The operating mechanism includes a first stopper prohibiting movement of the operating mechanism from the LOCK position and a second stopper prohibiting movement of the operating mechanism to the LOCK position. The control unit enables the engine to be started when the operating mechanism is in the LOCK position and a first ID code sent from a portable device matches a second ID code. The control unit enables the operating mechanism to be moved to the LOCK position when the operating mechanism is not in the LOCK position and the vehicle is not moving.

Abstract: A steering column locking device has an electromagnetic key interlock function that operates a solenoid to prevents a key knob from being undesirably moved to a lock position, as well as a mechanical key interlock function to conduct the key interlock function even when the solenoid malfunctions. The device includes the key knob and a plunger coupled to the key knob, so that when a user manipulates the key knob to start the vehicle, the plunger both moves axially and rotates. A cam shaft is coupled to the plunger, and a return spring is provided between the plunger and the cam shaft to bias the plunger towards the key knob. A stroke restrictor restricts a stroke of the plunger in the axial direction, and a push release functioning mechanism mechanically prevents the plunger from rotating from an accessory position to a lock position when the key interlock function fails.

Abstract: An anti-theft automobile steering wheel lock with an alarm unit includes a stationary base, an insert pin, a helical spring, a locking core, a movable constrict base, an alarm unit and a cover. The locking core can be rotated with a key to let a projecting member move downwards to separate from a fitting hole so that the helical spring extends to push up both the insert pin and the locking core outwards. Meanwhile, the separation of the insert pin away from an insert hole of the telescoping rod enables the movable constrict base moved farther away from the stationary base, unlocking the lock. Reversely, pushing the locking core inwards into the stationary base can lock the lock on the steering wheel, and simultaneously the alarm unit started.

Abstract: An engine switch device with improved convenience. The device starts and stops an engine. The device includes a key cylinder, which has a key slot, and a push button switch, which is pushed to stop or start the engine. The key slot is located in the center of the push button in a preferred embodiment.

Abstract: A steering lock system includes at least an ignition switch and a locking mechanism capable of inhibiting the turning of a steering shaft. In a state in which the steering lock system is retained by a retaining means on a support table, a movable table is moved toward the support table, a turnable shaft which includes a key chuck means retaining a key at its tip end is rotatably driven by a driving means, thereby rotatably driving a rotor of the steering lock system. By examining the change in the switching mode of the ignition switch in accordance with the turning of the rotor by a switch signal checking means and examining the operational state of the locking mechanism by a locking operation examining means, the inspection can be conducted continuously and automatically on the operation of at least the ignition switch and the locking mechanism of the steering lock system.

Abstract: An electric steering lock device which can prevent a motor from being overloaded and can increase the drive force of the motor. The electric steering lock device of the present invention has a lock bar that moves according to the movement of a lift member. In a state where female threads provided on the lift member are threadably engaged with male threads provided on a rotary shaft, the lift member moves along the axis of the rotary shaft according to the rotation of the rotary shaft, which is driven by an electric motor. The female threads of the lift member can be disengaged from the male threads according to the rotation of the rotary shaft. When the female threads are disengaged from the male threads, rotation of the rotary shaft is permitted.

Abstract: A steering lock that is easy to assemble includes an ECU case having a first terminal. The first terminal has an end for directly contacting an input terminal of a motor. A component for connecting the first terminal of the ECU case and the input terminal of the motor is not necessary. The other end of the first terminal is directly connected to an electric circuit of a steering lock ECU. This eliminates the need for an additional component connecting the first terminal and the steering lock ECU.