What Is a Transfer Case Motor?
A transfer case motor is a type of engine found in four-wheel drive vehicles. The transfer case is a part of the drive system connected to the transmission.
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Four-Wheel Drive
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Four-wheel drive is a drive system that provides power to all four wheels at the same time. This creates increased traction and makes it safer to drive in challenging conditions, such as ice and snow.
Transfer Case
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A transfer case is the part in a four-wheel drive drivetrain that connects the transmission to the front and rear axles of the vehicle and transfers power from the former to the latter. It can be controlled manually or electronically.
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Automatic Vs. Manual
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In certain vehicles, drivers can manually select whether to put the vehicle in two-wheel or four-wheel drive. This is common in 4x4 trucks and off-road vehicles. In other cases, the vehicle is permanently locked in four-wheel drive. This is the case with certain all-wheel drive (AWD) sports cars.
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