VTM-4 System: Outline
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This vehicle is equipped with a rear differential system called the variable torque management® 4WD (VTM-4®) system. The VTM-4 control unit controls the current flowing through electromagnetic coils to engage and disengage the right and left clutches in the rear differential assembly.
The operation of the VTM-4 system consists of the following functions:
- Vehicle acceleration torque control (VATC)
- Limited slip differential (LSD)
- Lock control