Ward's Hilltop Service Centre
1392 Johnston Rd White Rock, BC V4B 3Z2 604-531-4464
Question:
What is a differential and why do White Rock drivers need to have it serviced?
Ward's Hilltop Service Centre 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). White Rock 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 White Rock, 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 White Rock 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 White Rock drivers to have them serviced on schedule at Ward's Hilltop Service Centre in White Rock to avoid premature wear. Talk to your Ward's Hilltop Service Centre service advisor.
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Ward's Hilltop Service Centre
1392 Johnston Rd
White Rock, BC V4B 3Z2
604-531-4464
At Ward's Hilltop Service Centre we install quality NAPA replacement parts.