Differential Service
Differential Service: Reliability and Longevity for Your Vehicle!
Why is Rear Differential Service Important?
The rear differential is a crucial component of your vehicle’s drivetrain, responsible for transferring power evenly to the wheels during turns. Without regular maintenance, the gears, bearings, and fluid inside the differential can wear out, leading to severe mechanical problems.
Ignoring differential maintenance can cause:
- Overheating: Old or contaminated oil loses its ability to reduce friction, causing the gears to overheat and wear rapidly.
- Metal Contamination: Worn-out gears and bearings can produce metal shavings that accelerate wear and tear.
- Premature Failure: Lack of maintenance can lead to complete differential failure, resulting in expensive repairs or even transmission damage.
Investing in professional rear differential service not only extends the life of your vehicle but also enhances driving stability, safety, and fuel efficiency.
What Does Our Rear Differential Service Include?
1. Differential Oil Replacement: The Lifeblood of Your Differential
- We perform a complete drain and refill of differential oil using only premium synthetic lubricants specifically designed to withstand high pressure and temperature.
• Old oil is thoroughly flushed out to eliminate any residual contaminants or metal particles, ensuring a clean and efficient operating environment for the gears. - We also add additives if recommended, to enhance lubrication and reduce friction.
2.In-Depth Inspection and Diagnostics:
- Seal and Gasket Checks: We inspect all seals and gaskets for signs of leaks or wear to prevent fluid loss and contamination.
- Gear and Bearing Assessment: Using advanced diagnostic tools, we assess the condition of gears and bearings, looking for signs of pitting, scoring, or uneven wear.
- Magnetic Plug Inspection: We examine the magnetic drain plug for any metal particles that indicate potential internal wear.
Precision Adjustment and Calibration: - Backlash Adjustment: We fine-tune the clearance between the ring and pinion gears to eliminate whining noises and prevent premature wear.
- Bearing Preload Setting: Ensures optimal pressure on bearings for smooth rotation and longevity.
- Torque Checks: All bolts and components are torqued to manufacturer specifications for reliable performance.
3.Expert Repair and Component Replacement:
- If we detect worn or damaged parts, we offer quick and efficient replacement services using OEM or high-quality aftermarket parts.
- Services include replacing damaged bearings, seals, and even rebuilding the differential if necessary.
- Our certified technicians use specialized tools to ensure that every repair is done with precision.
Why Choose Us?
- Experience and Professionalism. We specialize in repairing Mercedes Sprinter vans and other commercial vehicles.
- Mobile Service. We come to you in San Diego and surrounding areas
- Modern Equipment. We use only trusted tools and technologies.
Quality Guarantee. We stand by our work and offer a service warranty.
Trust your van to professionals!
With any service, you’ll receive a Touch® Courtesy Check. We’ll look inside, outside, under the hood and underneath the car, then explain the findings and give you a written report.