Differential
Service
What is the differential?
The differential allows wheels to turn at
different speeds, enabling corner turning with improved traction. The
differential gears are lubricated with a fluid that carries heat way from
them, thereby preserving their life and performance. Most 4-wheel drive
vehicles have both a front and rear differential.
What is Grease Monkey's
Differential Service?
The old contaminated gear oil is removed
from the differential gear box. We replace it with new gear oil that
contains the correct additives to help keep the seals, gears, and bearings
operating properly.
What are the benefits of a
Differential Service?
- Extends the life of the differential.
- Provides protection against rust and
corrosion in the differential.
- Minimizes the effects of oxidation
deterioration due to heat and high speed driving.
- Reduces wear and spalling (gear
flaking).
- Minimizes high speed foaming of fluid
which causes lower lubrication efficiency.
- Maintains vehicle warranty requirements.
How often should a
Differential Service be performed?
Grease Monkey recommends this service in
accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommended service intervals,
or as special circumstances require - such as water contamination.
Your Grease Monkey technician will check
the resource manual for the proper service interval for your specific
vehicle.
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