Patent ID: 6827661
Filing Date: 2004-12-07
Classification: B60K,F16D,F16H

Abstract:
A differential comprising:a rotatable driving member; a differential mechanism driven by the driving member; a clutch for being displaced to establish engagement thereof, wherein the clutch interlocks the driving member and the differential mechanism with each other, said clutch comprising a first clutch component rotatable with the driving member and a second clutch component rotatable with the differential mechanism for engaging the first clutch component; and an actuator for operating the clutch, said actuator comprising a solenoid and plunger driven by the solenoid for giving a displacement to the clutch, said plunger comprising a driver and a follower movable by the driver for displacing the first clutch component, wherein the differential mechanism comprises a pinion shaft fixed to the second clutch component and a side gear integral with the second clutch component, wherein the driving member comprises a supporting part for supporting an axle, and wherein the follower is centered on the supporting part.