Technician A says that the clutch-style limited slip differential uses a multi-plate clutch pack between each side gear and the differential case. Technician B says that if the clutch discs are worn, rotating torque will be higher than specifications. Who is correct?

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Technician A says that the clutch-style limited slip differential uses a multi-plate clutch pack between each side gear and the differential case. Technician B says that if the clutch discs are worn, rotating torque will be higher than specifications. Who is correct?
 
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   A limited-slip differential, or LSD, aids in transferring your vehicle's power to the road. In simplest words, a limited-slip differential accomplishes just what it says, since it is a mechanism that restricts the degree of wheelspin when the driving wheels lose traction when power is applied.

   Drivers may apply as much power as they want without losing traction thanks to limited-slip differentials. This means the automobile can corner faster without experiencing the unsettling sensation of tyres losing grip. It also means less tyre wear owing to traction loss.

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