Differential Operation - Toyota 7M-GE Repair Manual

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DIFFERENTIAL - LSD
TD-103
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e-is a large difference
in the rates at which the left and right wheels turn (as, for example,
vehicle is cornering)
a co rresponding difference is produced in the rates at which the side
differential case
tUrIl.
This difference would result in slippage between the thrust washers
plates. Since
these are p ushed together by the spring, friction torque is created between
washers and clutch Plates cthat isy
between their surfaces, which are in direct contact with
$&her).
This torque attemPtS to make the differential case and side gears rotate as a unit. This is
@&jihe "limited slip effect".
Ring Gear,
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Drive Pinion
Differential
Pinion
Side Gear Shaft
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'1. LH Differential Case
Case
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Compression \
Spring
RH Retainer
LH Retainer