Hyundai Santa Fe (TM): Coupling Assembly / Direct Electro Hydraulic Actuator Coupling. Description and operation
4WD ECU processes signals from various sensors and determines the current road
and driving conditions. The ECU then utilizes this information to implement
precision control over the 4WD coupling's multi-plate clutch and variably adjust
the amount of torque delivered tothe rear wheels.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) transfer mode selection
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AUTO MODE:
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When driving in 4WD AUTO mode, the vehicle operates similar
to conventional 2WD vehicles under normal operating conditions.
However, if the system determines that there is a need for the
4WD mode, the engine’s driving power is distributedto all four
wheels automatically without driver intervention.
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When driving on normal roads and pavement, the vehicle moves
similar to conventional 2WD vehicles.
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LOCK MODE:
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This mode is used for climbing or descending sharp grades, off-road
driving, driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc., to maximize
traction.
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However, binding may occur in LOCK MODE when circling and it
does not operate when the vehicle speed is over 60 km/h.
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Electronic Coupling - 4WD Control (By Driving Condition)
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Cruising (Auto Mode)
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Power is delivered mostly to the front wheels.

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Cornering (Auto Mode)
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Adjusts the amount of power to the rear wheels based on the
turning radius and cornering speed.

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Wheel Slip (Auto Mode)
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If one or both of the front wheels lose traction, the system
transfers an appropriate amount of power to the rear wheels
based on the slip amount at the front wheels.

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The power is delivered in the following order:
Transmission -> Transfer -> Propeller shaft
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AWD ECU calculates the necessary amount of rear-wheel torque and sends
the corresponding driving current to the actuator (electronic motor
and hydraulic pump).
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The piston operates by the oil pressure and the friction is generated.
Then, the clutch is engaged.
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The power is delivered to the differential by the engaged clutch and
the driving power is generated in to the rear wheel.
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Component Location
1. Relif valve
2. Pressure sensor
3. Oil hydraulic motor
4. Coupling assembly
Inspection
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All units are filled up with coupling fluid (ultra-low viscosity
ATF) prior to shipping.
Other information:
Trouble Symptom Charts
Trouble Symptom 1
Trouble Symptom 2
Trouble symptom
Probable cause
Remedy
The set vehicle speed varies greatly upward or downward
"Surging" (repeated alternating acceleration and deceleration) occurs after
set