RE Smith Oil & Tire Co Inc
505 North Faxon Rd, Norwood Young America, MN 55368 952.467.2640
Question:
What is a differential and why do Norwood Young America drivers need to have it serviced?
RE Smith Oil & Tire Co 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). Norwood Young America 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 Norwood Young America, 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 Norwood Young America 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 Norwood Young America drivers to have them serviced on schedule at RE Smith Oil & Tire Co Inc in Norwood Young America to avoid premature wear. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable pros at RE Smith Oil & Tire Co Inc.
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RE Smith Oil & Tire Co Inc
505 North Faxon Rd
Norwood Young America, MN 55368
952.467.2640
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