Lexus ES300 (2002 year). Manual — part 96
BODY – BODY STRUCTURE
BO-6
208BO08
Dash Panel
(a)
Reinforcement
208BO09
Large Panel
Cowl Portion
Front Header Portion
208BO10
Cross Member
LOW VIBRATION AND LOW NOISE BODY
1. General
Effective application of vibration damping and noise suppressant materials reduce engine and road noise.
2. Body Shell Construction
(a) The dash panel and the reinforcement at the
top of the floor tunnel have been joined to re-
strain vibration.
(b) To restrain the vibration of the front windshield glass, the cowl and front header portion that support the
glass have been reinforced.
In addition, a large panel that connects the spring support to the cowl has been provided to ensure the
rigidity of the spring support.
(c) The floor panel has been provided with a curvature to increase the rigidity of the panel, and the panel
has been separated by a cross member to restrain the vibration of the panel.
BODY – BODY STRUCTURE
BO-7
208BO12
Gussets
Gusset
211BO07
Reinforcement
(d) Gussets have been added to the floor under reinforcement in order to restrain the vibration that is created
by the difference in angles between the front floor and the center floor.
(e) Gusset has been added to the front portion of the spare tire housing to restrain vibration.
(f) Two reinforcements that separate the upper back panel surface have been provided to restrain the
vibration of the upper back panel.
BODY – BODY STRUCTURE
BO-8
208BO13
Sandwich Panels
211BO06
3. Dash Panel Construction
Sandwich panels are used in the dash panel, which consists of a dash outer silencer, inner silencer, and floor
tunnel silencer. This reduces engine and road noise and ensures a quieter vehicle operation.
4. Roof Construction
The height offset has been eliminated from the glass, pillars, and the roof to reduce wind noise.
BODY – BODY STRUCTURE
BO-5
211BO04
: Anti-Corrosion
Sheet Steel
RUST-RESISTANT BODY
1. General
Rust-resistant performance is enhanced by extensive use of anti-corrosion sheet steel, as well as by an anti-
corrosion treatment which includes the application of wax, sealer and anti-chipping paint to easily corroded
parts such as the hood, doors and rocker panels.
2. Anti-Corrosion Sheet Steel
Anti-corrosion sheet steel is used in all areas other than the roof and interior parts.
3. Wax and Sealer
Wax and sealer are applied to the hemmed portions of the hood, door panels and luggage compartment door
to improve rust-resistant performance.
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