Lambeth Car & Truck Ltd
4419 Colonel Talbot Rd S London, ON N6P 1R2 519-652-2067
Question:
What is a differential and why do London drivers need to have it serviced?
Lambeth Car & Truck Ltd 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). London 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 London, 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 London 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 London drivers to have them serviced on schedule at Lambeth Car & Truck Ltd in London to avoid premature wear. Talk to your Lambeth Car & Truck Ltd service advisor.
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Lambeth Car & Truck Ltd
4419 Colonel Talbot Rd S
London, ON N6P 1R2
519-652-2067
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