Energy-Absorbing Mechanism
- To absorb the backward movement energy generated in the engine in the event of a frontal collision, an elliptical fitting type steering column pipe has been adopted. When an impact load exceeding a certain level is applied to the steering column, the elliptical fittings crash and their ends come in contact with each other. The column bending load is supported by the fittings.
- Another measure to alleviate impact on the driver in the event of a collision is the ripping plate which is located between the steering column and the tilt bracket attached to the steering support beam. When a large impact load is applied to the steering column, the ripping plate is deformed and torn progressively. The impact energy is absorbed during this process.