Acd (Active Center Differential System) - Mitsubishi LANCER Owner's Manual

Features and controls

ACD (Active center differential system)

The ACD is a system that improves acceleration performance
and straight-ahead stability by regulating the differential limit-
ing action and power drive distribution of the center differen-
tial.
CAUTION
!
Do not over-rely on the ACD. Even the ACD cannot
prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on
the vehicle. This system, like any other system, has
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limits and cannot help you to maintain traction and
control of the vehicle in all circumstances. Reckless
driving can lead to accidents. It is the driver's
responsibility to drive carefully. This means taking
into account the traffic, road and environmental
conditions.
Be sure to use tires that are the same specified size,
type, and brand, and have no difference in the
amount of wear for all four wheels. Otherwise, the
ACD may not work properly.
NOTE
If the parking brake lever is pulled up while the vehicle is
moving, the center differential is designed to switch to a
free state condition which will allow the rear wheel to
lock easier.
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ACD control mode
(if so
Select the control mode from the following three types to suit
the driving conditions.
ACD control
mode
TARMAC
GRAVEL
SNOW
Operation
Normally, use this control mode. Use this
mode for paved roads.
Use this control mode when driving on some-
what slippery road surfaces, such as wet road
surfaces and gravel roads.
Use this control mode when driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, such as snow-covered
roads.
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