Helical Gear LSD

Fig 1: Identifying Powertrain (Helical Gear LSD)

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

The helical gear LSD is composed of four long pinions, four short pinions, three thrust washers, side gears A and B, and cases A and B. The long pinions are in contact with the side gear B and short pinions, while the short pinions are in contact with the side gear A and long pinions.