Mitsubishi 1993 3000GT, Technical Information Manual

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While the conventional mechanical type limited slip
differential uses a cam (differential pinion shaft) and
disc equipment composed of a friction
I
plate, disc and
spring seat in limiting the differential, the viscous
DIFFERENTIAL
The differential uses lower friction torque bearings
and oil seals to improve power performance and fuel
consumption.
For faster differential cooling and higher reliability
during high speed operation, a differential carrier with
cooling fins has been adopted.
A speed difference responsive viscous coupling type
Cooling fins
limited slip differential which provides outstanding
performance during operation on a muddy surface
has been established.
There is a 4-wheel steering (4WS) oil pump on the
top of the differential carrier.
11 F0001
VISCOUS COUPLING TYPE LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL
POWER-TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS -
Rear Axle
2-15
coupling type limited slip differential limits the
differential by use of a viscous coupling equipment
consisting of outer and inner plates and silicone oil.
Front wheel
Center differential
(viscous coupling)
Front differential
Rear wheel
Limited slip differential
assembly
Differential
Differential limiting
section
(viscous coupling)
11P0066