R56 Whats the difference between traction contron and LSD

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May 9, 2007 | 04:49 PM

VinceG

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Whats the difference between traction contron and LSD

I was just wondering if there is a difference between the traction control which we use alot in Canada for the snow bound days and LSD.

May 9, 2007 | 05:53 PM

Robin Casady

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You mean the MINI's ASC (All Season Traction Control)? My MA wasn't sure, but what I've deduced is that ASC applies the brake to a wheel that is spinning too fast.

The LSD transfers power from one wheel to the other to keep them spinning at the right speeds -- the same speed if going straight. If you are turning, the outside wheel would be going faster than the inside...