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True AWD in 09 Tribute?
Hello guys,
what 'kind' of AWD is on the 09 Tribute? Is it true AWD, or is the kind where it only kicks in once the system senses slippage? Also, does anyone have a picture of the knob that controls the AWD system? I tried searching the web but couldn't find it. Thanks! |
If you are meaning a true AWD is AWD all the time, they're not. They all have some kind of viscous coupling to transfer power from front/back and side/side. You're thinking of a 4WD (manual engagement of both front and rear drive wheels) None of the vehicles in that segment are a true 4WD.
The Tribute is a Front Drive (mainly) engages the Rear wheels when sensing slippage. |
Originally Posted by sstlaure
(Post 86848)
If you are meaning a true AWD is AWD all the time, they're not. They all have some kind of viscous coupling to transfer power from front/back and side/side. You're thinking of a 4WD (manual engagement of both front and rear drive wheels) None of the vehicles in that segment are a true 4WD.
The Tribute is a Front Drive (mainly) engages the Rear wheels when sensing slippage. In that case, how effective is the AWD feature in the 09 Tribute. They seem to get decent reviews with handling in the snow. |
Originally Posted by sstlaure
(Post 86848)
The Tribute is a Front Drive (mainly) engages the Rear wheels when sensing slippage.
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Originally Posted by etc1006
(Post 86901)
As I'm looking at one. Then what is the button for to the left of the A/C controls? Manual control of the rear wheels?
And if you own this vehicle, can you post what the manual says regarding this control? |
Let me clarify.....You can have it in 2w or 4w modes - but in 4wd you don't have a true 4wd (all wheels applying equal force). This type of system is excellent in the snow, it's not that good for off-roading.
It uses what is called "Active Torque Control Coupling (ATCC) It controls torque distribution between front and rear wheels to suit driving conditions, and delivers optimal handling and stability on wet roads or snow covered surfaces. Drivers can switch between two-wheel drive (2WD) and 4WD mode at the flick of a switch as road conditions change. |
Originally Posted by sstlaure
(Post 87000)
Let me clarify.....You can have it in 2w or 4w modes - but in 4wd you don't have a true 4wd (all wheels applying equal force). This type of system is excellent in the snow, it's not that good for off-roading.
It uses what is called "Active Torque Control Coupling (ATCC) It controls torque distribution between front and rear wheels to suit driving conditions, and delivers optimal handling and stability on wet roads or snow covered surfaces. Drivers can switch between two-wheel drive (2WD) and 4WD mode at the flick of a switch as road conditions change. |
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