MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE
970 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R3 (204) 775-8862
Question:
What is a differential and why do Winnipeg drivers need to have it serviced?
MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE Answer:
First of all – your vehicle does have a differential. If it’s a rear wheel drive, your differential is on the back. If it’s front wheel drive, your differential is built into your transaxle (transmission). Winnipeg drivers with all wheel drive or four wheel drive will have differentials front and rear and maybe one in between.
When you are steering through a turn at an intersection in Winnipeg, the wheels on the outside of the vehicle have to spin faster than the inside wheels because they have to travel a slightly longer distant through the curve. The differential compensates for these speed differences between the wheels.
Because it is part of the vital equipment that transfers engine power to the wheels, the differential is working pretty hard. Differential fluid – a special heavy-duty oil, cools, lubricates and protects the differential. It needs to be replaced on a schedule to remove metal shavings and other contaminants. Note: if you have a front wheel drive vehicle, replacing your transmission fluid takes care of your differential service needs.
Differentials have become increasingly sophisticated for Winnipeg drivers. Rather than the simple mechanical devices of yesteryear, they are more complicated and may actually be part of the vital computer controlled vehicle stability system. This means they are more pricey so it pays for Winnipeg drivers to have them serviced on schedule at MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE in Winnipeg to avoid premature wear. Talk to your MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE service advisor.
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MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE
970 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R3
(204) 775-8862
At MAXIM AUTOMOTIVE we install quality NAPA replacement parts.