What are the benefits of differential repair?
The term “differential” when used in reference to your vehicle, describes the transfer of power from the engine to the wheels of the vehicle. It ensures that your vehicle remains stable as you navigate turns by compensating for any change that may arise in wheel speed.How does the differential work?
Usually, when you are about to make a turn while driving, the outside wheel turns faster than the inside wheel in order to maintain the same pace. It would be so easy to lose control if there was no differential and this would result in the vehicle bumping along the road in a very unstable manner.
The differential used will depend on the type of vehicle; for instance, a four-wheel drive has a differential in the front and the back, while a front wheel drive has its differential located between the front wheels. This is called the transaxle because it combines two functions- the transmission and the front axle. For a rear wheel drive, the differential is in the back while an all-wheel-drive vehicle will have the differential located between both the rear and front wheels. Additionally, all-wheel vehicles have a transfer case between the front and rear wheels that adjusts for speed changes.
The importance of a functioning differential cannot be overemphasized, seeing as it performs the primary role of transmitting and controlling power between the engine and the wheels.
Differential Repair
Maintain control and stability with expert differential services for optimal power transmission and wheel coordination.- Differential Inspection
- Fluid Change
- Seal and Gasket Replacement
- Gear and Bearing Service
What are the benefits of carrying out differential repair?
All vehicle types experience wear and tear of the differential, thereby necessitating a repair. However, the maintenance required for differentials differs depending on the vehicle type, usage and the kind of terrain you drive on. Vehicles that are used on unpaved roads, gravel or dirt roads will experience a higher degree of differential wear and tear than those that are used on well-paved roads. Therefore, when you have to schedule a differential repair service, it is important that you take these factors into consideration. In addition, you should also pay close attention to your vehicle and watch out for any signs of trouble. While changing the differential fluid regularly will help maintain the health of your vehicle, you would be doing yourself a great service if you also visited a professional regularly. For instance, if you observe some kind of noise coming from your vehicle, it may just be an indication of some problems with the differential. It could be due to wear and tear of the gear and bearings or it could be due to insufficient lubrication. However, you would only be sure that you have the right diagnosis when you use a professional service like us. Contact us at the first sign of trouble and we would be glad to allay your fears, make the right diagnosis and provide a solution for you.Key Benefits of the Service
Taking your car in for regular service help you in ensuring everything is working properly and also to avoid such issues before they arise.
- Specialized services, customized to your needs
- Trustworthy, reliable and timely services
- We supply all car equipment and solutions
Time Saving
Find issues before repair become expensive
Increase Safety
Regular tire inspection will keep you safe
Frequently Asked Questions
You can make an appointment by calling Bockman’s Auto, Truck & Tires in DeKalb at 815.754.4200 or Bockman’s Auto, Truck & Tires in Sycamore at 815.756.7413, or using our Make an Appointment request form.
As for a quote, when you drop off your vehicle, our technicians will carefully examine your vehicle and provide you with an accurate time estimate.
The time needed by a vehicle to completely get repaired typically depends upon the level of repair required and availability of auto parts. When you drop off your vehicle, our technicians will carefully examine your vehicle and provide you with an accurate time estimate.
When you drop off your vehicle, our technicians will carefully examine your vehicle and provide you with an accurate time and cost estimate. Our invoices reflect the total cost in parts and labor increments. You can be certain that the parts used were purchased according to your vehicle’s needs and requirements.
In many cases, depending on the design of the vehicle, locating an electrical problem or replacing a part requires disassembly of a section or removal of other parts to access the area for repair. When you drop off your vehicle, our technicians will carefully examine your vehicle and provide you with an accurate time and cost estimate.
Our top priority is to keep you and your passenger’s safe while riding in your vehicle. If the repair can wait, the advisors and the technicians will work together to help you prioritize the urgency of the repairs and maintenance needed.
