Booth Discount Tire
1557 Simpson Hwy 149, Mendenhall, MS 39114 601.847.0041
Question:
What is a differential and why do Mendenhall drivers need to have it serviced?
Booth Discount Tire 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). Mendenhall 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 Mendenhall, 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 Mendenhall 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 Mendenhall drivers to have them serviced on schedule at Booth Discount Tire in Mendenhall to avoid premature wear. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable pros at Booth Discount Tire.
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Booth Discount Tire
1557 Simpson Hwy 149
Mendenhall, MS 39114
601.847.0041
At Booth Discount Tire we install quality NAPA replacement parts.