Two-speed power take-off unit
US8403795B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 26, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60K17/344
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A two speed power take off unit adapted for installation in an all wheel drive vehicle having a transversely mounted engine/transaxle powertrain. The two speed power take off unit includes a planetary gear reduction unit capable of establishing a high range and a low range drive connection between the powertrain and a transfer assembly. The transfer assembly provides drive torque to a front differential assembly driving the front wheels and a rear differential driving the rear wheels.
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