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During Turns At Low Speeds

During turns at low speeds, a rotating speed difference occurs between the front and rear wheels, as well as the left and right wheels. In other words, the front wheels rotate faster than the rear wheels. When there is a small rotating speed difference (when vehicle speed is low), the center differential acts to absorb the rotating speed difference, making it possible to drive smoothly.

Although a slight rotating speed difference is transmitted to the viscous coupling, less torque transmission occurs because of the small rotating speed difference.

Fig 1: Center Differential Acting To Absorb Rotating Speed Difference
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