Although not widely known to many drivers, the differential plays a very important role in your driving experience. The differential gears transmit the power from the engine and transmission to the wheels. It’s basically the last component that plays its part in getting the wheels to spin and putting your car into motion.
Identifying a problem with your front or rear differential is a bit harder which is why you should bring your car into Keller Neighborhood Auto Service located in the Keller Texas. Our ASE Certified Technicians will diagnose and verify where the problem is coming from so they can administer the proper services.
How do I know if it’s my differential that needs service?
The two major signs that your differential should be inspected are leaks and unusual noises. Since these are very generic symptoms that could be applied to several different components it’s sometimes hard to verify whether or not it’s the differential that’s the problem.
Noise can be caused by grinding of the gears due to lack of lubricant. It may start off as a soft humming noise but will eventually escalate to a louder grumbling sound. If this goes unnoticed it can cause permanent damage to the ring and pinion and can lead to expensive repairs.