Driveline Systems Technology

American Axle & Manufacturingted Oil Pan (IOP) Front Axle Assembly with Electronic Disconnect and the PowerLite rear-axle driveline systems are designed for use in current and future light trucks and sport utility vehicles.

The IOP Electronic Disconnect Assembly was designed and developed by the manufacturer's engineers to meet customer needs for improved performance, weight reduction, packaging, operating temperature control, electrical interface, and durability. The assembly transmits torque first from the front axle to the front axle halfshafts, and finally to the front wheels when the vehicle is engaged in four-wheel-drive. When the vehicle is in two-wheel-drive, the system uncouples the front axle to allow for reduced rolling friction. In addition, the Assembly uses a precision electrical actuator to engage the shift mechanism and provide feedback to the vehicle's interfaces, indicating the vehicle is in four-wheel-drive.

The Powerlite rear-axle system incorporates advanced materials, long-life sealing technologies, advanced noise reduction systems, and power-dense hypoid and differential gear design. The system's Salisbury-beam axle design utilizes an aluminum carrier, which has the load-bearing capacity of a cast-iron carrier but can provide significant weight savings over traditional rear-axle systems, according to the manufacturer. The rear-axle system is available in either multi-link or leaf-spring configuration and is designed to accommodate electronically controlled vehicle stability handling systems.

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