Specially
designed frame members make the RDX more compatible with smaller vehicles in the event of a vehicle - to - vehicle frontal collision.
Not exact matches
Additionally, features like through - the -
frame plumbing and electrical, bolted - on exhaust hangers, riveted rear cross
members, and a flat plane
design with no lines or components above the rear
frame rails make specifying your aftermarket body and equipment a breeze.
In addition, a special
frame member located below the ZDX's front bumper is
designed to help engage the front bumper of a lower height vehicle, allowing the bumper systems of both vehicles to attenuate crash energy more efficiently.
In addition, a special
frame member located below the RDX's front bumper is
designed to engage the front bumper of a lower vehicle, allowing the bumper systems of both vehicles to attenuate crash energy more efficiently.
Utilizing fully boxed
frame members for the body sides and rear tailgate
frame, the truss - style rear inner construction contributes to the new Ridgeline's more conventional three - box
design profile — allowing for the elimination of the buttress - style body structure in the forward portion of the upper bed on the previous model — while contributing to a 28 - percent gain in torsional rigidity versus the previous model.
All Tundras have a rear suspension
design that maintains a level ride height even with a full load; fully boxed
frame rails and rolled C - channel
members underpin the truck.
This
design also allows the engine to be supported by the
frame and rely less on the cross
member.
Inside the passenger cabin, even the seat
frames are
designed to receive and help absorb side collision loads and a cross
member in the center of the floor is used for the same reason.