Mitsubishi LANCER EVOLUTION 2003 Technical Information Manual page 11

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BODY CONSTRUCTION
REINFORCED FRONT
PILLAR
ENLARGED CROSS-
SECTION AND
EXTENDED FRONT
SIDE MEMBER
The Lancer Evolution-VIII safety-enhanced body
structure comprises front and rear crushable zones
that absorb the impact energy of front and rear colli-
sions. A deformation-resistant, highly rigid cabin
structure features strategic reinforcements plus a
large side-door beam.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Mitsubishi has given careful consideration to protec-
tion of natural resources and the environment in the
vehicle. Environmentally friendly features are shown
below.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
SIDE DOOR BEAM
GENERAL
ENLARGED CROSS-SECTION AND
MINIMIZED VERTICAL OFFSET OF
FRONT FLOOR MEMBER
ADDED DASH CROSSMEMBER
OTHER SAFETY FEATURES
• 3-point ELR seatbelts
• Front fog lights
• Child-protection rear door locks
• Child restraint fitting
ENLARGED CROSS-SECTION
OF ROOF BOW
REINFORCED CENTER
PILLAR
ENLARGED CROSS-SECTION
OF SIDE SILL
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