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 itself. The new steering rack has a slightly larger diameter than the previous Lancer's.
The optimized steering column layout features joint friction-reduction parts that improve steering feel (reduced torque fluctuation). Support stiffness at the steering wheel end of the steering column has been increased by 20 percent compared to the previous model, reducing steering wheel vibration. Dampers used on the intermediate shaft help reduce shimmy.
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is stamped as shown in the illustration.
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If the vehicle breaks down
If the vehicle breaks down on the road, move it to the shoulder and turn on the
hazard warning flashers and set up a warning triangle, flashing lamp, etc.
Refer to “Hazard warning flasher switchâ ...
3-point type seat belt (with emergency locking mechanism)
This type of belt requires no length adjustment.
Once worn, the belt adjusts itself to the movement of the wearer, but in the
event of a sudden or strong shock, the belt automatically locks to hold ...