Wasser Repair Inc.
601 White St SE, Watertown, MN 55388 952.955.2761
Question:
What is a differential and why do Watertown drivers need to have it serviced?
Wasser Repair Inc. 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). Watertown 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 Watertown, 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 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 Watertown drivers. Rather than the simple mechanical devices of yesteryear, they are more complicated and may actually be part of the computer controlled vehicle stability system. This means they are more taxed, so it pays for Watertown drivers to have them serviced on schedule at Wasser Repair Inc. in Watertown to avoid premature wear. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable pros at Wasser Repair Inc..
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Wasser Repair Inc.
601 White St SE
Watertown, MN 55388
952.955.2761
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