CRUMPLE ZONES
As mentioned earlier, the Type R provides a high degree of structural
rigidity to enhance crash protection. At the front and rear, the Type
R has been designed with deformable crumple zones. These are designed
to deform in a controlled manner, absorb the impact energy and help
prevent deformation of the passenger compartment.
DUAL AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
A driver and front passenger air bag Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) is standard equipment. The driver's air bag is located in the
steering wheel hub, while the passenger's air bag is located on top
of the dash. Both air bags are triggered simultaneously by means of
three impact sensors located in the passenger compartment. To ensure
maximum reliability, the sensors use gold-plated electrical
connectors. As in all Acura automobiles, the front passenger air bag
is designed to deploy upward along the windshield and then back
toward the occupant. This provides a large cushion to help protect
the front passenger.
THREE-POINT SEAT BELTS
The dual front air bags are designed to work in conjunction with the
3-point seat belts. For easy access, the front buckles are attached
to the driver's and front passenger's seats.
SIDE-IMPACT PROTECTION
To help minimize injury to the occupant in a side-impact collision,
the Integra features door intrusion beams as well as energy-absorbing
pads in the doors.
For additional protection, there are polypropylene pads located at hip level on both front doors. These pads substantially reduce the energy transmitted to occupants in the event of an accident.
SECURITY/IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
A special electronically coded key prevents the car from being
started, even if a mechanical duplicate of the proper key shape is
used. A transponder built into the key signals the immobilizer
control unit that the key is genuine. If the car is hot-wired, or an
unauthorized key is used, it simply will not start. This system is a
substantial deterrent to theft.