AWD SYSTEM: System Description: Notes

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Pressing force of multiple disc clutch is controlled by electric control. Driving torque distribution of front and rear wheels changes automatically between approximately 0: 100 (Rear wheel drive) and 50: 50 (AWD) to have an optimized torque distribution adapted to road condition change.
In accordance with fail-safe function, when system is malfunctioning, AWD control stops, and the system becomes rear wheel drive. Refer to "AWD SYSTEM: FAIL-SAFE ".
When a high load status continues for electric controlled coupling, AWD control temporarily becomes rear wheel drive, according to protection function. Refer to "AWD SYSTEM: PROTECTION FUNCTION ".