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[Kent McLean]

Michael.Stricker at gd-ais.com wrote:
> Can someone explain the process by which the front and rear differentials
> lock?

Well, I'm no expert (see previous posts :), but I don't
think the open differentials on the A8 lock. It's all
handled by the EDL - using the ABS to brake the slipping
wheel, transferring torque to the other side.

Here's a pointer to "How Stuff Works", explaining both
differentials and four wheel drive:
<http://auto.howstuffworks.com/differential.htm>
<http://auto.howstuffworks.com/four-wheel-drive.htm>

The differential reference includes a section on T*rsen.

Enjoy.

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Kent McLean
'94 100 S Avant, "Moody"
'89 200 TQ, "Bad Puppy" up in smoke