Engine Drag Torque Control
Definitions
Prevents driven wheels from locking on slippery surfaces under engine braking
Gerry community context
Related mailing-list messages and current discussions from Gerry. These are community context for the dictionary term.
- Re: best speed for best gas mileage
Historical mailing list · Tue, 8 Oct 2002 19:04:05 +0100
>The engine speed at which the maximum torque occurs is not relevant. Slower = better mileage. That's it. WRONG. Even though it may not...
- Diesel Vanagons and Diesel engines.
Historical mailing list · Mon, 25 May 1998 13:48:02 -0400
...In most vehicles, 2500-3500 rpm is the rpm range the engine typically works in. The 2.1 WBX has its torque peak (117ft...
- Re: the VW Eurovan's future is doomed here in the US...please read and give feedback
Historical mailing list · Thu, 13 Jun 2002 10:32:02 -0700
...102" Engine: MBE 600 2.7 liter turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel Horsepower: 154 @ 3,800 rpm Torque: 243 lb-ft. @ 1,600 - 2,400...
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System helping to start on split-friction road surfaces
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prevents wheels from spinning freely, directing power to wheel with better grip
- XDSTransmission and drivetrain
An extension of the electronic differential lock function, responding to loss of traction