What is the Function of a Transfer Case?
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The transfer case is a device that distributes the engine's power, capable of directing power to the rear axle or simultaneously to both the front and rear axles. In vehicles equipped with a transfer case, power is first transmitted from the driveshaft to the transfer case, which then distributes it to the front and rear axles. This system allows switching between rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive and is commonly used in rugged off-road vehicles. Below are the advantages and disadvantages of a transfer case: 1. Advantages: Highly reliable due to its purely mechanical structure; enables a 50:50 power distribution; enhances the vehicle's off-road capability. 2. Disadvantages: Lacks a differential, making turning impossible in four-wheel-drive mode; no synchronizer, so switching can only be done when the vehicle is stationary.