Auto Mode

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The optimum torque distribution is electronically performed for front and rear wheels according to road conditions.
Stable start without wheel spin is possible on slippery road conditions, such as on a snowy road.
When road condition does not require 4WD driving, the status becomes close to rear wheel drive, which results in better fuel efficiency and provides FR-like steering characteristics.
The vehicle cornering status is judged according to information from each sensor, and the optimum torque is distributed to front wheels for preventing tight-corner braking symptom.

NOTE:

When there is a difference of revolution speed between the front and rear wheel the shift occasionally changes to direct 4-wheel driving conditions automatically. This is not a malfunction.