1.S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control)
(1) System overview
The S-AWC vehicle dynamics control system integrates management of all its AYC, ACD, ASC and Sport ABS components (see below) while adding braking force control to Mitsubishi Motors’ own AYC system. As a result S-AWC elevates drive power, cornering performance as well as vehicle stability under all driving situations, from everyday motoring to emergency evasion maneuvers.
(2)ACD (Active Center Differential)
The Active Center Differential incorporates an electronically-controlled hydraulic multi-plate clutch. The system optimizes clutch cover clamp load for different driving conditions, regulating the differential limiting action between free and locked states to optimize front/rear wheel torque split and thereby producing the best balance between traction and steering response.
(3) AYC (Active Yaw Control)
AYC uses a torque transfer mechanism in the rear differential to control rear wheel torque differential for different driving conditions and so limit the yaw moment that acts on the vehicle body and enhance cornering performance. AYC also acts like a limited slip differential by suppressing rear wheel slip to improve traction. The first component of its type, AYC was first used in the Lancer Evolution IV launched in April 1996. It then took an evolutionary step forward in the Lancer Evolution VIII launched in January 2003 as the Super AYC when it switched from the use of a bevel gear to a planetary gear differential, thereby doubling the amount of torque it was able to transfer. In comparison to the system used in the Lancer Evolution IX, AYC now features yaw rate feedback control using a yaw rate sensor and also gains braking force control. Accurately determining the cornering dynamics on a real-time basis, the system operates to control vehicle behavior through corners and realize vehicle behavior that more closely mirrors driver intent.
(4)ASC (Active Stability Control)
The ASC system stabilizes vehicle attitude while maintaining optimum traction by regulating engine power and the braking force at each wheel. Taking a step beyond the previous generation Lancer Evolution, the fitting of a brake pressure sensor at each wheel allows more precise and positive control of braking force. ASC improves traction under acceleration by preventing the driving wheels from spinning on slippery surfaces. It also elevates vehicle stability by suppressing skidding in an emergency evasive maneuver or the result of other sudden steering inputs.
(5)Sport ABS (Sport Anti-lock Braking System)
ABS allows the driver to maintain steering control and keeps the vehicle stable by preventing the wheels from locking under heavy braking or when braking on slippery surfaces. The addition of yaw rate sensors and brake pressure sensors to the Sport ABS system has improved braking performance through corners compared to the Lancer Evolution IX.
(6)S-AWC control system
The use of engine torque and brake pressure information in the regulation of the ACD and AYC components allows the S-AWC system to determine more quickly whether the vehicle is accelerating or decelerating. S-AWC also employs yaw rate feedback for the first time. The system helps the driver follow his chosen line more closely by comparing how the car is running, as determined from data from the yaw rate sensors, and how the driver wants it to behave, as determined from steering inputs, and operates accordingly to correct any divergence. The addition of braking force regulation to AYC’s main role of transferring torque between the right and left wheels allows S-AWC to exert more control over vehicle behavior in on-the-limit driving situations. Increasing braking force on the inside wheel during understeer and on the outer wheel during oversteer situations, AYC’s new braking force control feature works in concert with torque transfer regulation to realize higher levels of cornering performance and vehicle stability. Using integrated management of the ASC and ABS systems allows S-AWC to effectively and seamlessly control vehicle dynamics when accelerating, decelerating or cornering under all driving conditions. S-AWC offers three operating modes: TARMAC for dry, paved surfaces; GRAVEL for wet or unmade surfaces, and SNOW for snow covered surfaces. When the driver selects the mode best suited to current road surface conditions S-AWC operates to control vehicle behavior accordingly and allow the driver to extract the maximum dynamic performance from his vehicle.
In cooperation with Eindhoven University of Technology, Drivetrain Innovations BV (DTI) develops a Brake Shift Transmission-module (BST-module) which can eliminate the driving torque interruptions during gearshifts of an automated manual transmission (AMT). A Mitsubishi Colt with a 6-speed AMT is in use to test this new module. The gearshift programme of this vehicle is called “Allshift”. In order to compare the performance of the BST in the future with a reference this test vehicle needs to run a test programme. Aspects like driveability, acceleration and fuel economy are very important in such a test programme. The assignment was to make and perform a test programme, which can map the most important driving characteristics of the Mitsubishi. Because of time shortage, fuel economy and emissions could not be measured within this project
BEFORE INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT:
• Make sure to follow all the vehicle specific instructions carefully or damage to the product can result.
• Make sure that the TBC-1 wire harness does not interfere with any moving parts under the hood. Failure to do so may result in shorts.
• Make sure to follow the vacuum hose connections carefully or serious damage to your engine could result.
• Make sure that you remove the two orange caps and one red cap from the solenoid manifold before installing.
• If your vehicle is not listed in this manual please call our customer service department for specific instructions for your vehicle.
• BEFORE INSTALLING read entire manual and verify that the kit contains all the parts necessary for installation. See the TBC-1 Parts List table in the back of this manual for the list of materials provided in this kit. Disconnect the Negative cable of the battery BEFORE proceeding with installation. Failure to do so may result in severe damage to the unit or the engine.WORLD electronics is NOT responsible for any damages to the
engine, vehicle or TBC-1, caused by an installation error. Installation of this product should only be performed by an experienced installer. Installation requires many skills, please refer installation to a qualified, experienced installer.
DESCRIPTION Steering gear is a rack and pinion type. Steering gear is connected to steering knuckles by tie rods. A flexible coupling connects steering column to steering gear pinion shaft. See Fig. 1.
Step 1 – Unpack QuickLIFT system and verify contents.
Remove all items from the packing tube. You should have the following before beginning:
* (2) Gas springs (RT-QL-170-A6A) – Be sure to cycle them a few times before installing.
* (4) #2-3/16″ Multi-grip rivets (used on hood brackets)
* (2) ball-studs and washers each with a locking nut.
* (2) mounting brackets
* Printed Color Instructions
* Gas Spring locking clips – (Already installed in the gas spring ball-ends – Remove before assembly)
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 10mm socket with ratchet • 12mm socket with ratchet • zip tie cutters • mini flat blade screwdriver
INSTALLATION
1 Using a 12mm socket with ratchet, loosen the nut on the main power distribution block and remove the main power cable. Live power. Dynojet recommends covering the end of the cable with electrical tape to avoid shorting the main power lead.
2 Remove the red and black engine cover.
Estimated Installation Time: 30-45 Minutes. Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver, 8mm wrench, 10mm wrench, 12mm wrench, 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm sockets and ratchet, Bench vise and Grinder.
The all-new Lancer is larger in every dimension except length, where it has lost 1.5 inches. He drives a brand new platform shared with the new Outlander, a 56% increase in torsional rigidity and bending stiffness 50% more offers. For the moment, the front-drive Lancer is offered as a sedan with a choice of three trim levels: DE, ES and GTS.
