Mitsubishi Outlander: Rigidity Throughout
The lower body structure, where the suspension attaches to the car, also demonstrates the benefits of higher rigidity than before. Here, one can appreciate the holistic approach engineers used to achieve this goal. As one example, the Lancer's new-generation 2.0-liter DOHC MIVEC 4-cylinder engine uses a rear-mounted exhaust manifold, as opposed to the front-mounted exhaust manifold on the previous-generation Lancer engine.
That change allowed use of a flat front suspension crossmember, where the previous model required a saddle-shaped crossmember to provide clearance for the exhaust pipe. A flat front crossmember can directly receive lateral loads from the front lower arm.
Strut tower, side and lower braces enhance lateral rigidity for precise steering response, and lower control arm attachment points and steering knuckles have been strengthened. The combination of these enhancements, along with retuned lower control arm bushings, contribute to quicker steering response. As a result of these reinforcement measures, rigidity of the tire ground contact area was improved by a significant 18 percent versus the previous Lancer, an improvement that enhances nimble handling, driving stability and ride comfort.
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Redesigned Front Suspension
The MacPherson strut front suspension is similar in layout to the previous
Lancer's, but all-new, with a sharpened focus on enhancing rigidity while
reducing weight and lowering the roll center. S
Multi-link Rear Suspension
The Lancer's sophisticated new trailing-arm type multi-link rear suspension
is a major factor in providing ride and handling characteristics that might be
expected from a more expensive vehicle. T
More Precise Steering
The 2008 Lancer owes its crisp, fluid steering response to the integration of
the highly rigid body structure, the newly designed suspension, and of course
the new rack and pinion steering system
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Driver’s and front passenger’s airbag system
The driver’s airbag is located under the padded cover in the middle of the steering
wheel. The front passenger’s airbag is contained in the instrument panel above the
glove box.
The driver’s airbag inflates at two different rates according to the severity
of the impact.
The front passe
Seat belts
To protect you and your passengers in the event of an accident, it is most important
that the seat belts be worn correctly While drive.
The front seat belts have a pre-tensioner system. These belts are used the same
way as a conventional seat belt.
Refer to “Seat belt pre-tensioner system an
