JP2006008113A - Instrument panel mounting structure - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an instrument panel mounting structure reducible in the number of parts to reduce weight and cost and having excellent mounting work efficiency to obtain excellent productivity and sufficiently suppressing vibration and noise of a panel by obtaining sufficient mounting rigidity of the panel. <P>SOLUTION: This instrument panel mounting structure 1 comprises a cylindrical steering support beam 2; an instrument panel having a panel body part 31 and side plate parts 32, 33 extended from both ends of the panel body part; and side brackets 3, 7 having projecting parts 5, 9 abutting on the side plate parts of the instrument panel. The side brackets 3, 7 are fixed to both ends of the steering support beam 2, and the instrument panel 30 is characterized in that both side plate parts 32, 33 are arranged in a state of holding at least part of the projecting parts 5, 9 of a pair of side brackets from the outside and fittingly fixed to the side brackets 3, 7. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to an instrument panel mounting structure provided at the front of a vehicle such as an automobile.

  In this specification, the term “aluminum” is used to include aluminum and its alloys.

A steering support beam for connecting the left and right front pillars of the vehicle body is installed at the front of the automobile. By arranging such a steering support beam, sufficient rigidity and strength against an impact caused by a collision from the side surface and the like are ensured. Side brackets are fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, and these side brackets are fixedly attached to the left and right front pillars of the vehicle body so that the steering support beam is installed between the left and right of the front part of the vehicle body. Has been. And, a dedicated bracket for mounting and fixing the instrument panel is fixed to the middle portion of the steering support beam, and the instrument panel is mounted and fixed using this dedicated bracket, so that The instrument panel is firmly fixed to the part (see Patent Documents 1 to 3).
JP-T-2004-501024 (paragraphs 0010 and 0013, FIG. 1) JP 2003-34266 A (paragraphs 0021 to 0023, FIGS. 1 and 2) JP 2001-328565 A (paragraph 0012)

  However, in the techniques described in Patent Documents 1 to 3, a bracket (side bracket) for attaching the steering support beam to the left and right front pillars of the vehicle body, and a bracket (dedicated bracket) for attaching the instrument panel to the steering support beam. ), The number of parts is increased and the number of mounting work steps is increased, resulting in lower productivity and higher manufacturing costs. In addition, when the bracket is formed in a substantially rod shape, the mounting rigidity of the instrument panel is low, and there is a concern that vibration and noise of the instrument panel may occur when the vehicle is traveling.

  The present invention has been made in view of such a technical background, and can reduce the number of parts, reduce the weight and reduce the cost, and is excellent in mounting workability, excellent in productivity, and panel mounting rigidity. An object of the present invention is to provide an instrument panel mounting structure in which the vibration and noise caused by the panel can be sufficiently suppressed.

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following means.

  [1] An instrument panel having a cylindrical steering support beam, a panel main body portion and side plate portions extended from both ends of the panel main body portion, and a tension abutting on the side plate portion of the instrument panel The side brackets are fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, and both side plates of the instrument panel extend from the pair of side brackets. An instrument panel mounting structure, wherein the instrument panel mounting structure is disposed in contact with a side surface (an inner side surface or an outer side surface) of the portion and fixed to the side bracket.

  [2] An instrument panel having a cylindrical steering support beam, a panel main body portion and side plate portions extended from both ends of the panel main body portion, and a tension abutted against the side plate portion of the instrument panel The side brackets are fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, and both side plates of the instrument panel extend from the pair of side brackets. An instrument panel mounting structure, wherein the instrument panel mounting structure is disposed and fixed to the side bracket with at least a part of the portion sandwiched from the outside.

  [3] A cylindrical steering support beam, a fitting portion that can be fitted onto the steering support beam, and an overhang portion that extends outward from at least a part of the fitting portion. A side bracket, and an instrument panel having a panel main body and side plate portions extended from both ends of the panel main body, each of the fitting portions of the side bracket being fitted to both ends of the steering support beam. The instrument panel is mounted and fixed to the side bracket with the both side plate portions sandwiching at least a part of the projecting portions of the pair of side brackets from the outside. An instrument panel mounting structure characterized by being made.

  [4] The inner surface shape of both end edges of the panel body portion of the instrument panel has a shape substantially matching the shape of the outer peripheral surface of the overhanging portion of the side bracket, and the panel body portion of the instrument panel 4. The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of the preceding items 1 to 3, wherein inner surfaces of both end edges are disposed in contact with an outer peripheral surface of the projecting portion of the side bracket in a substantially conforming state.

  [5] A plurality of instrument panel fixing holes are formed in the overhanging portion of the side bracket, while a plurality of insertion holes are formed in both side plate portions of the instrument panel, The instrument panel according to any one of the preceding items 1 to 4, wherein the instrument panel is attached and fixed to the side bracket by the fixing means being inserted and fixed through the insertion hole and the fixing hole. Mounting structure.

  [6] A plurality of instrument panel fixing holes are formed in the outer peripheral surface of the projecting portion of the side bracket, and a plurality of insertion holes are provided at both end edges of the panel body of the instrument panel. Any one of the preceding items 1 to 4, wherein the instrument panel is attached and fixed to the side bracket by being drilled and fixed by fixing means such as bolts through the insertion hole and the fixing hole. Instrument panel mounting structure according to item.

  [7] The instrument according to any one of [1] to [6], wherein a plurality of vehicle body mounting holes are provided in an uncovered region of the side bracket that is not covered with a side plate portion of the instrument panel. Panel mounting structure.

  [8] The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of the preceding items 1 to 7, wherein one or a plurality of hollow portions are provided in the projecting portion of the side bracket.

  [9] The instrument panel mounting structure according to the above item 8, wherein the projecting portion of the side bracket includes an outer peripheral frame portion and a plurality of connecting rods connecting the outer peripheral frame portion and the fitting portion. .

  [10] The instrument panel mounting structure according to [9], wherein the connecting rod is radially extended from the fitting portion toward the outer peripheral frame portion and connected to the outer peripheral frame portion.

  [11] The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of items 1 to 10, wherein the pair of side brackets have the same shape and the same size.

  [12] The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of items 1 to 11, wherein the side bracket is made of an extruded material or an injection-molded material.

  [13] The instrument panel mounting structure according to the item 12, wherein the side bracket is made of a light metal or an alloy thereof.

  [14] The instrument panel mounting structure according to item 12, wherein the side bracket is made of aluminum.

  [15] The instrument panel mounting structure according to item 12, wherein the side bracket is made of a synthetic resin.

  [16] The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of the aforementioned Items 1 to 11, wherein the side bracket is made of a cast material of a light metal or an alloy thereof.

  [17] A vehicle having the instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of items 1 to 16.

  In the invention of [1], the side bracket used for attaching the steering support beam to the vehicle body also functions as a bracket for attaching the instrument panel to the steering support beam, so that the number of parts can be reduced. Thus, the weight can be reduced and the cost can be reduced. Furthermore, the mounting workability can be improved, and the productivity can be improved. Further, the instrument panel is disposed and fixed to the side bracket in such a state that both side plate portions are in contact with the side surfaces (inner side surface or outer side surface) of the pair of side brackets, The mounting rigidity of the instrument panel can be sufficiently obtained, and thereby vibration and noise caused by the instrument panel can be sufficiently suppressed.

  In the invention of [2], the side bracket used for attaching the steering support beam to the vehicle body also functions as a bracket for attaching the instrument panel to the steering support beam, so that the number of parts can be reduced. Thus, the weight can be reduced and the cost can be reduced. Furthermore, the mounting workability can be improved, and the productivity can be improved. In addition, the instrument panel is mounted and fixed to the side bracket with both side plate portions sandwiching at least a part of the protruding portion of the pair of side brackets from the outside. Can be sufficiently obtained, and vibration and noise caused by the instrument panel can be sufficiently suppressed.

  In the invention of [3], since the side bracket used for attaching the steering support beam to the vehicle body also functions as a bracket for attaching the instrument panel to the steering support beam, the number of parts can be reduced. Thus, the weight can be reduced and the cost can be reduced. Furthermore, the mounting workability can be improved, and the productivity can be improved. In addition, the instrument panel is mounted and fixed to the side bracket with both side plate portions sandwiching at least a part of the protruding portions of the pair of side brackets from the outside. Can be sufficiently obtained, and vibration and noise caused by the instrument panel can be sufficiently suppressed. Further, since the fitting portions of the side brackets are fitted and fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, the side bracket is firmly and stably fixed to the steering support beam.

  In the invention of [4], the inner surface shape of both end edges of the panel main body portion of the instrument panel has a shape substantially matching the shape of the outer peripheral surface of the protruding portion of the side bracket, and the panel main body portion of the instrument panel Since the inner surfaces of both end edges of the side brackets are disposed in contact with the outer peripheral surface of the overhanging portion of the side bracket in a substantially conforming state, alignment when mounting the instrument panel is facilitated and mounting workability is improved. At the same time, the instrument panel can be mounted and fixed with high accuracy at an appropriate position with respect to the side bracket.

  In the invention of [5], a plurality of instrument panel fixing holes are formed in the overhanging portion of the side bracket, while a plurality of insertion holes are formed in both side plate portions of the instrument panel. Since the instrument panel is mounted and fixed to the side bracket by fixing the fixing means such as the insertion hole and the fixing hole, the instrument panel is strong and stable with respect to the steering support beam. Mounted and fixed.

  In the invention of [6], a plurality of instrument panel fixing holes are formed in the outer peripheral surface of the overhanging portion of the side bracket, while a plurality of insertion holes are inserted into both edge portions of the panel body portion of the instrument panel. Since the instrument panel is attached and fixed to the side bracket by fixing holes such as bolts and fixing means such as bolts through the insertion holes and fixing holes, the instrument panel is attached to the steering support beam. It is firmly fixed and fixed in a stable state.

  In the invention of [7], since a plurality of vehicle body mounting holes are provided in an uncovered region that is not covered with the side plate portion of the instrument panel in the side bracket, the mounting workability of the steering support beam to the vehicle body is improved. Can be improved.

  In the invention of [8], since one or a plurality of hollow portions are provided in the protruding portion of the side bracket, there is an advantage that the weight can be further reduced.

  In the invention of [9], since the overhanging portion of the side bracket includes an outer peripheral frame portion and a plurality of connecting rods that connect the outer peripheral frame portion and the fitting portion, the strength of the side bracket is increased. Can be improved.

  In the invention of [10], since the connecting rod extends radially from the fitting portion toward the outer peripheral frame portion and is connected to the outer peripheral frame portion, the strength of the side bracket can be further improved. .

  In the invention of [11], since the pair of side brackets are configured in the same shape and size, the pair of left and right side brackets can be shared, and the cost can be further reduced.

  In the invention of [12], since the side bracket is made of an extruded material or an injection molded material, productivity can be improved and cost can be further reduced.

  In the invention [13], since the side bracket is made of a light metal or an alloy thereof, sufficient lightness can be secured.

  In the invention [14], since the side bracket is made of aluminum, it is possible to ensure excellent lightness.

  In the invention [15], since the side bracket is made of a synthetic resin, it is possible to ensure excellent lightness.

  In the invention of [16], since the side bracket is made of a cast material of light metal or an alloy thereof, the strength of the side bracket can be further improved.

  In the invention of [17], a lightweight and low-cost vehicle that can sufficiently suppress vibration and noise of the instrument panel is provided.

  An embodiment of an instrument panel mounting structure (vehicle body front structure) according to the present invention is shown in FIGS. The instrument panel mounting structure (1) of the present embodiment is an instrument panel mounting structure disposed at a front portion in an automobile. In these drawings, (2) is a steering support beam, (3) and (7) are side brackets, and (30) is an instrument panel.

  The steering support beam (2) is made of a long cylindrical extruded material. As shown in FIG. 3, an airbag unit mounting bracket (20), mounting center brackets (26) and (26), and a steering mounting bracket (23) are provided in the middle portion in the axial direction of the steering support beam (2). The side bracket (3) is fixed to one end of the steering support beam (2) by welding, and the side bracket (7) is fixed to the other end of the steering support beam (2) by welding. Has been.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the bracket for attaching the airbag unit (20) includes a cylindrical fitting portion (21) that can be fitted onto the steering support beam (2), and a fitting portion (21). It consists of a mounting part (22) projecting outward from the outer peripheral surface.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the steering mounting bracket (23) includes a cylindrical fitting portion (24) that can be fitted onto the steering support beam (2), and an outer periphery of the fitting portion (24). It consists of a mounting part (25) projecting outward from the surface.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the mounting center bracket (26) includes a cylindrical fitting portion (27) that can be fitted onto the steering support beam (2) (2), and the fitting portion (27). ) And a projecting portion (28) projecting outward from the outer peripheral surface, and a long center stay (29) extends from the projecting portion (28).

  As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the side bracket (3) includes a cylindrical fitting portion (4) that can be fitted onto the steering support beam (2), and a part of the fitting portion (4). And a substantially plate-like overhanging portion (5) extending outward. The overhang portion (5) has an outer peripheral frame portion (5a) whose both ends are joined to the fitting portion (4), and a connection for connecting the outer peripheral frame portion (5a) and the fitting portion (4).杆 (5b) (5b) (5b) (5b), and by this structure, the projecting portion (5) has a hollow portion (16) (16) (16) (16) (16) ( 16) (16) is formed.

  In the connecting rods (5b) (5b) (5b) (5b) of the overhanging portion (5) of the side bracket (3), the instrument panel fixing holes (12) (12) (12) (12) Is perforated (see FIGS. 3 and 4). The side bracket (3) is provided with a plurality of vehicle body mounting holes (11) (11) (11) (11) (see FIGS. 3 and 4).

  The side bracket (7) has the same shape and the same size as the side bracket (3). That is, as shown in FIG. 3, a cylindrical fitting portion (8) that can be fitted onto the steering support beam (2), and a portion of the fitting portion (8) that extends outward. And a substantially plate-like overhanging portion (9). The overhang portion (9) has an outer peripheral frame portion (9a) whose both ends are joined to the fitting portion (8), and a connection for connecting the outer peripheral frame portion (9a) and the fitting portion (8).杆 (9b) (9b) (9b) (9b), and by this structure, the overhanging portion (9) has a hollow portion (16) (16) (16) (16) (16) ( 16) (16) is formed. In the connecting rods (9b) (9b) (9b) (9b) of the overhanging portion (9) of the side bracket (7), the instrument panel fixing holes (12) (12) (12) (12) Is perforated (see FIG. 3). The side bracket (7) is provided with a plurality of vehicle body mounting holes (11) (11) (11) (11) (see FIG. 3).

  The brackets (3), (7), (20), (23), and (26) are all made of extruded material.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 3, the instrument panel (30) has side plate portions (32) and (33) extended from both ends of the panel main body portion (31) toward the back side (inner surface side). Consists of configuration. In the panel body (31), a box on the front side of the passenger seat, an air blower opening for an air conditioner, and the like are formed. The inner surface (rear surface) shape of both edge portions of the panel main body portion (31) is the shape of the outer peripheral surfaces (6) and (10) of the overhang portions (5) and (9) of the side brackets (3) and (7). It has a shape that is generally adapted. The side plate portions (32) and (33) are formed in a size and shape that can cover most of the overhang portions (5) and (9) of the side brackets (3) and (7). Yes. Further, a plurality of insertion holes (13), (13), (13), and (13) are formed in the side plate portions (32) and (33) of the instrument panel (30), respectively (see FIG. 3). .

  As shown in FIG. 3, the fitting portion (4) of the side bracket (3) is externally fitted to one end portion of the steering support beam (2) and fixed by welding. The fitting portion (8) of the side bracket (7) is externally fitted to the other end portion of the steering support beam (2) and fixed by welding. Further, in the intermediate portion of the steering support beam (2), the fitting portion (21) of the bracket for mounting the airbag unit (21) and the fitting portion (27) of the center brackets for mounting (26) and (26) are provided. (27) and the fitting portion (24) of the steering mounting bracket (23) are externally fitted and fixed by welding. A long center stay (29) extends downward from the protrusion (28) of the mounting center bracket (26).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the instrument panel (30) has side plate portions (32) and (33) at both ends thereof which are overhang portions (5) and (5) of the pair of left and right side brackets (3) and (7). 9) is disposed in a state where a part thereof is sandwiched from the outside, and is fixedly attached to the side brackets (3) and (7) in this state. That is, as for the said instrument panel (30), the side plate part (32) (33) of the both ends has the side surface (5) (9) outside the overhang | projection part (5) (9) of the said left-right paired side bracket (3) (7). 15) It arrange | positions in the state contact | abutted to a part of (15), and is attached and fixed to the said side bracket (3) (7) in this state. The fixing means (14) such as a bolt is connected to the insertion holes (13) of the side plate portions (32), (33) of the instrument panel (30) and the connecting rods (5b) (9b) of the side brackets (3), (7). The instrument panel (30) is attached and fixed to the side brackets (3) and (7).

  And the inner surface shape of the both-ends edge part of the said panel main-body part (31) is substantially the shape of the outer peripheral surface (6) (10) of the overhang | projection part (5) (9) of the said side bracket (3) (7). Since it has an adapted shape, the inner surfaces of both end edges of the panel body (31) of the instrument panel (30) are attached to the overhanging portions (3, 7) of the side brackets (3) and (7). 5) The outer peripheral surfaces (6) and (10) of (9) are arranged in contact with the substantially conforming state, whereby the instrument panel (30) is placed against the side brackets (3) and (7). It is possible to attach and fix the appropriate position with high accuracy, and to effectively prevent vibration and noise of the instrument panel (30).

  As shown in FIG. 1, the plurality of vehicle body mounting holes (11), (11), (11), and (11) of the side bracket (3) are side plates of the instrument panel (30) in the side bracket (3). It is provided in an uncovered area that is not covered with the part (32). Similarly for the plurality of vehicle body mounting holes (11), (11), (11), and (11) of the other side bracket (7), the side plate portion (33) of the instrument panel (30) in the side bracket (7). ) Is provided in an uncovered region that is not covered with (see FIG. 2).

  The lower ends of the pair of center stays (29) and (29) are fixed to the bottom of the passenger compartment. Further, the one end side bracket (3) is fixed to the front pillar of the vehicle body by inserting fixing means such as bolts through the vehicle body mounting holes (11), (11), (11), and (11), and the other end. The side bracket (7) on the side is also fixed to the front pillar of the vehicle body by fixing fixing means such as bolts through the vehicle body mounting holes (11), (11), (11), and (11). The beam (1) is firmly fixed to the vehicle body in a stable state, and the instrument panel (30) attached and fixed to the side brackets (3) and (7) is also fixed in a stable state and firmly. Will be.

  In the instrument panel mounting structure (1) of the above embodiment, the side brackets (3) and (7) used for mounting the steering support beam (2) to the vehicle body have the instrument panel (30) mounted on the steering support beam ( 2) Since it also functions as a bracket for mounting, the number of parts can be reduced, the weight can be reduced, the cost can be reduced, and the mounting workability can be improved. Productivity.

  Moreover, as for an instrument panel (30), the both-sides board part (32) (33) pinched | interposed at least one part of the overhang | projection part (5) (9) of a pair of side bracket (3) (7) from the outer side. Since it is arranged and fixed to the side brackets (3) and (7), the mounting rigidity of the instrument panel (30) can be sufficiently obtained, and thereby vibration and noise caused by the instrument panel (30) are obtained. Can be sufficiently suppressed.

  In the above embodiment, the fixing means (14) such as a bolt is connected to the insertion holes (13) of the side plate portions (32), (33) of the instrument panel (30) and the side brackets (3), (7). (5b) The instrument panel (30) is mounted and fixed to the side brackets (3) and (7) by being inserted into and fixed to the fixing holes (12) of (9b). It is not limited to such an attachment fixing mode. For example, as shown in FIG. 6, a plurality of instrument panel fixing holes (12) (in the outer peripheral surface (6) of the overhanging portion (5) of the side bracket (3), that is, in the outer peripheral frame portion (5a). 12) (12) (12) (12) is drilled, while also on the outer peripheral surface (10) of the overhanging portion (9) of the other side bracket (7), that is, on the outer peripheral frame portion (9a). A plurality of instrument panel fixing holes (12), (12), (12), (12), and (12) are formed, and a plurality of holes are provided at both end edges of the panel body (31) as shown in FIG. The insertion holes (13), (13), (13), (13), and (13) are employed, and a fixing means (14) such as a bolt is used for the panel body (31) of the instrument panel (30). ) Insertion holes (13) and the outer peripheral surfaces of the side brackets (3) and (7) By being fixed is inserted into Joyoana (12) ..., the instrument panel (30) said side bracket (3) (7) may be fixedly attached.

  In the said embodiment, as for an instrument panel (30), the both sides board part (32) (33) is a part of overhang | projection part (5) (9) of a pair of side bracket (3) (7) from the outside. Although it is arrange | positioned in the state pinched | interposed and it is attached and fixed to side bracket (3) (7), it is not specifically limited to such a structure, For example, an instrument panel (30) is the both side board part ( 32) and (33) are arranged in contact with the inner side surfaces of the overhang portions (5) and (9) of the pair of side brackets (3) and (7), and are fixed to the side brackets (3) and (7). The both side plates (32) and (33) of the instrument panel may be internally fitted to the overhanging portions (5) and (9) of the pair of side brackets (3) and (7). Adopted a configuration that is arranged and fixed in a state It may be. Alternatively, one side plate portion (32) of the instrument panel is disposed in contact with the outer side surface (15) of the overhang portion (5) of one side bracket (3), and the other side plate portion (32) is in contact with the other side surface portion (15). The side plate portion (33) is disposed in a state where it abuts against the inner side surface of the overhanging portion (9) of the other side bracket (7). In this state, the instrument panel (30) is attached to the side bracket (3) (7 ) May be used.

  In the above embodiment, the steering support beam (2) is formed in a cylindrical shape, but is not particularly limited to such a shape, for example, a polygonal shape such as a hexagonal shape, an elliptical shape, or other irregular cross sections. It may be formed in a shape. For example, when the steering support beam (2) has a polygonal shape, the fitting portion of the bracket may be configured in a polygonal shape that can be fitted onto the polygonal steering support beam (2).

  In the above embodiment, the steering support beam (2) and the brackets (3), (7), (20), (23), and (26) are both made of extruded material. The configuration is not limited. For example, the steering support beam (2) and the brackets (3), (7), (20), (23), and (26) may be formed of an injection molding material. Alternatively, the brackets (3), (7), (20), (23) and (26) may be made of a light metal or an alloy thereof.

  The brackets (3), (7), (20), (23), and (26) are preferably made of an extruded material or an injection-molded material of a light metal or an alloy thereof. In this case, the weight can be reduced. Among these, the bracket is particularly preferably made of an aluminum extruded material or an injection molded material.

  Alternatively, the brackets (3), (7), (20), (23), and (26) are preferably made of a synthetic resin extrusion material or an injection molding material. In this case, the weight can be further reduced.

  In the present invention, the method for fixing the brackets (3), (7), (20), (23), and (26) to the steering support beam (2) is not particularly limited. For example, it may be fixed by an adhesive, may be fixed by welding such as TIG welding or MIG welding, or may be fixed by solid phase bonding by a friction stir welding method.

It is a perspective view which shows the instrument panel attachment structure which concerns on one Embodiment of this invention. It is sectional drawing of the XX line in FIG. It is a perspective view which shows the instrument panel mounting structure of FIG. 1 in a separated state. It is a side view which shows a side bracket. It is a perspective view which shows the instrument panel mounting structure which concerns on other embodiment in a separated state. It is a side view which shows the side bracket used in FIG.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Instrument panel mounting structure 2 ... Steering support beam 3 ... Side bracket 4 ... Fitting part 5 ... Overhang | projection part 5a ... Outer peripheral frame part 5b ... Connecting rod 6 ... Outer peripheral surface 7 ... Side bracket 8 ... Fitting part 9 ... Overhang portion 9a ... Outer frame portion 9b ... Connecting rod 10 ... Outer peripheral surface 11 ... Body mounting hole 12 ... Instrument panel fixing hole 13 ... Insertion hole 14 ... Fixing means 15 ... Outer side surface of overhang portion 30 ... Instrument Ment panel 31 ... Panel body 32 ... Side plate 33 ... Side plate

Claims (17)

A cylindrical steering support beam,
An instrument panel having a panel body part and side plate parts extended from both ends of the panel body part;
A side bracket having an overhanging portion in contact with a side plate portion of the instrument panel,
The side brackets are fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, and the instrument panel is disposed in a state in which both side plate portions are in contact with the side surfaces of the protruding portions of the pair of side brackets. An instrument panel mounting structure characterized by being mounted and fixed to a side bracket. A cylindrical steering support beam,
An instrument panel having a panel body part and side plate parts extended from both ends of the panel body part;
A side bracket having an overhanging portion that comes into contact with a side plate portion of the instrument panel,
The side brackets are fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, respectively, and the instrument panel is disposed in a state where both side plate portions sandwich at least a part of the protruding portions of the pair of side brackets from the outside. An instrument panel mounting structure, wherein the instrument panel mounting structure is fixed to the side bracket. A cylindrical steering support beam,
A side bracket having a fitting portion that can be fitted onto the steering support beam and having an overhang portion extending outward from at least a part of the fitting portion;
An instrument panel having a panel body part and side plate parts extended from both ends of the panel body part,
The fitting portions of the side brackets are respectively fitted and fixed to both ends of the steering support beam, and the instrument panel has at least a part of the protruding portions of the pair of side brackets. An instrument panel mounting structure, wherein the instrument panel is mounted and fixed to the side bracket while being sandwiched from the outside.   The inner surface shape of both end edges of the panel body portion of the instrument panel has a shape substantially matching the shape of the outer peripheral surface of the projecting portion of the side bracket, and both end edges of the panel body portion of the instrument panel The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein an inner surface of the side panel is disposed in contact with an outer peripheral surface of the projecting portion of the side bracket in a substantially conforming state.   A plurality of instrument panel fixing holes are drilled in the projecting portion of the side bracket, while a plurality of insertion holes are drilled in both side plate portions of the instrument panel, and fixing means such as bolts are provided. The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the instrument panel is mounted and fixed to the side bracket by being inserted and fixed through the insertion hole and the fixing hole. body.   A plurality of instrument panel fixing holes are drilled in the outer peripheral surface of the overhanging portion of the side bracket, and a plurality of insertion holes are drilled in both end edges of the panel body of the instrument panel. 5. The instrument panel is attached and fixed to the side bracket by the fixing means such as a bolt being inserted and fixed through the insertion hole and the fixing hole. Instrument panel mounting structure as described.   The instrument panel mounting according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein a plurality of vehicle body mounting holes are provided in an uncovered region of the side bracket that is not covered with a side plate portion of the instrument panel. Structure.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein one or a plurality of hollow portions are provided in the projecting portion of the side bracket.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 8, wherein the projecting portion of the side bracket includes an outer peripheral frame portion and a plurality of connecting rods that connect the outer peripheral frame portion and the fitting portion.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 9, wherein the connecting rod extends radially from the fitting portion toward the outer peripheral frame portion and is connected to the outer peripheral frame portion.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the pair of side brackets have the same shape and the same size.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 1, wherein the side bracket is made of an extruded material or an injection-molded material.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 12, wherein the side bracket is made of a light metal or an alloy thereof.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 12, wherein the side bracket is made of aluminum.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 12, wherein the side bracket is made of a synthetic resin.   The instrument panel mounting structure according to claim 1, wherein the side bracket is made of a light metal or an alloy thereof.   A vehicle having the instrument panel mounting structure according to any one of claims 1 to 16.

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