Side collision protection
Side collision protection |
It is extremely important that the characteristics of the energy-absorbing deformation zones and the stable cabin enclosure are not deteriorated or changed after body repairs. The cabin enclosure must never be weaker after repairs. However, the deformation zones must neither be made stronger than what they were before the damage occurred. An excessively strong side/B-pillar propagates the forces instead of slowing them down, resulting in excessive stresses on the cabin enclosure.
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In order for Saab Automobile to be able to accept responsibility and guarantee that the car will have the same high standard of passive safety after a repair as it did before, it is extremely important that the work is done using only the correct methods and correct materials. |
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Side collision protection in doors |
The Saab 9-3 is equipped with supplementary side impact protection in the doors. The rear doors have protection in both the upper and the lower part. The upper protection is fitted in the door with two plastic clips. The protection is in the form of plastic foam spacers.
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Always refit the plastic foam spacers in the doors if they have been removed. This is extremely important to maintain the safety demands on the car in case of a side collision. |
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