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Suspension
Berlingo's suspension has been
developed to withstand the toughest tests (wheel off ground when
cornering etc.) for the heaviest vehicle versions carrying maximum
equipment and heavy loads.
The 1.6i 16V and HDi 90 double sliding door models are fitted with
15-inch wheels which get the maximum performance out of the
Berlingo suspension.
Steering
Power steering is fitted as standard on all Berlingo models. The
power is variable and in sync with the engine revs.
Brakes
Concerning the braking system, all Berlingos are fitted with front
ventilated discs of large dimensions: 266 mm x 26 mm*. ABS is
standard*, and coupled with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.*
Improved Safety
To ensure the safety of the occupants, the structure of the
Berlingo has been reinforced to meet Europe’s most stringent
criteria on impact resistance.
The front doors of the Berlingo have been reinforced to maximise
occupant safety in the event of side impact.
The front seats are equipped as standard with seatbelt
pretensioners and force limiters.
Limited slip differential
A standard differential absorbs the power difference between the
drive wheels when cornering tightly. In poor road holding
conditions such as on muddy and pebble-strewn tracks, this type of
differential soon shows its limits. Indeed, on slippy tracks the
torque is mechanically transferred to the wheel that is spinning
while the other remains solidly on the ground.
The limited slip differential on the Berlingo X-TR transfers a
maximum of 75% of total power to the slipping wheel. The rest of
the torque goes to the other wheel (25%). This gives the vehicle
enough power to continue even if one of the wheels is on slippery
ground or momentarily in the air. The limited slip differential
allows off-road driving in total safety.
The limited slip differential or 'reinforced power' works with a
torque transfer system comprising eight alternating disks. A
specially calibrated disk for each differential prestresses the
friction disks to give a maximum 25% torque on the slowest
rotating wheel.
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