McCorkendale Auto Service
5125 SW US 40 HWY, BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015 816.220.3200
Question:
What is a differential and why do BLUE SPRINGS drivers need to have it serviced?
McCorkendale Auto Service 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). BLUE SPRINGS 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 BLUE SPRINGS, 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 BLUE SPRINGS 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 BLUE SPRINGS drivers to have them serviced on schedule at McCorkendale Auto Service in BLUE SPRINGS to avoid premature wear. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable pros at McCorkendale Auto Service.
Give us a call.
McCorkendale Auto Service
5125 SW US 40 HWY
BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015
816.220.3200
At McCorkendale Auto Service we install quality NAPA replacement parts.