What is rear differential service?

When a vehicle makes a turn, the wheels on the interior side of the vehicle turn slower than the exterior side. For this mechanism to happen, the wheels need to be able to revolve independently from other wheels. The wheel needs to be able to revolve at varying speeds to provide the power required for the vehicle to make the turn. Many car owners are not aware of this mechanism, and therefore the differential services are often neglected. Some vehicles have one differential, while the rest have two differentials. Rear-wheel-drive cars only have a single differential at the car's rear end and only rear differential service.

What are the common issues with the rear differential?

At times the bearings in the rear differential can get loose, or the differential fluid can thin out, causing issues with the differential system. There could be issues with the differential if you hear a whirring noise while decelerating or rumbling noise when traveling at higher speeds. Also, if you notice your vehicle is skipping during cornering, these are all signs of a problematic differential. You should bring your car to our dealership. At Germain Kia of Columbus, we have trained technicians who can spot and fix issues with the differential system. We recommend that you have an inspection of the differential system as part of your regular vehicle maintenance routine.

Book a service appointment at Germain Kia of Columbus

At Germain Kia of Columbus, we are committed to providing our customers with the best in-car care and customer service. We offer a comfortable waiting area with free Wi-Fi, business workstations, children's play area, newspaper, magazines, complimentary snacks, and other amenities for our customers. We understand that routine maintenance and repair work can get expensive; therefore, we regularly run discounts and promotion programs. You can view our latest service offers on our website. If you would like to know more or book a service, please give us a call, and our staff will be glad to guide you.