Fisher Repair 1981 Ltd
63 Main St Po Box 338 Fisher Branch, MB R0C 0Z0 204-372-6648
Question:
What is a differential and why do Fisher Branch drivers need to have it serviced?
Fisher Repair 1981 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). Fisher Branch 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 Fisher Branch, 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 Fisher Branch 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 Fisher Branch drivers to have them serviced on schedule at Fisher Repair 1981 Ltd in Fisher Branch to avoid premature wear. Talk to your Fisher Repair 1981 Ltd service advisor.
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Fisher Repair 1981 Ltd
63 Main St Po Box 338
Fisher Branch, MB R0C 0Z0
204-372-6648
At Fisher Repair 1981 Ltd we install quality NAPA replacement parts.