Mitsubishi LANCER EVOLUTION-VII 2001, Technical Information Manual

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BODY -
General Description
4-2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
Weight reduction 1. Use of high-tensile steel panels and steel plate with uneven
thickness
2. Use of aluminum for fender and hood
High rigidity
1. Use of high-tensile steel panels and steel plate with uneven
thickness
2. Equipped with 3-point installing strut tower bar and rear end
cross bar<RS>
Reduction of vibration,
noise, and
aerodynamic noise
Effective layout of acoustic materials and sound proof
materials
1. Unbreakable resin materials at the door trim on the occasion
of impact have been adopted to protect passengers from
the side impact of the vehicle.
2. One-touch power windows with safety mechanism (with the
function to be enabled after the ignition key is turned to
the OFF position) have been installed. <RS: option, RS-II:
standard>
3. Inside lock cables have been adopted at the front doors
to improve safety on the occasion of impact.
4. Side door beams have been adopted to improve safety on
the occasion of impact.
Improvements in
safety
Improvements in
operation quality
1. The central door lock system to lock/unlock all doors has
been installed. <RS: option, RS-II: standard>
2. High rigidity in the suspension mounting part
Improvements in
convenience
1. Hinge protrusion to the loading space has been reduced by
reducing the size of the trunk lid hinge.
2. Adoption of larger front door pockets