Purpose/Function
The differential absorbs the difference in the rotation speed between the left and right driving wheels so that the vehicle drives smoothly when differences occur due to cornering or driving on rough roads.
Construction
The differential consists of the ring gear, differential gear case, side gears, pinion gears, and pinion shaft.
The differential gear case is engaged with the ring gear and rotates as a single unit.
The side gears are engaged with the drive shaft (LH) and drive shaft (RH) and rotates as a single unit for each.
Operation
If there is no difference in rotation speed between the left and right driving wheels, the left and right side gears rotate together with the differential gear case and pinion gears.
If there is a difference in the rotation speed between the left and right driving wheels, the difference in the rotation speed between the left and right side gears is absorbed by the pinion gears rotating around the pinion shaft.
Body Panel
Outline
The multi-load path and triple H-shaped structure of distributing the power
absorbed at the collision were used for the body shell.
A ring structure has been adopted for the triple H structure, realizing top-level
crash safety performance.
Crushable structure fro ...
Steering Gear And Linkage
Purpose/ Function
The rotational movement input from the intermediate shaft is converted to
a linear movement in the horizontal direction of the steering rack by the rack
and pinion mechanism, and then transmitted to the tires and wheels.
Construction
A size and weight-redu ...
Seat Weight Sensor Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If any of the following work is performed, perform the seat weight sensor
inspection using the M-MDS.
Removal of the passenger-side seat
Loosening and retightening of passenger’s seat fixing bolts
Or, the vehicle is involved in a collision
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