With rear-wheel-drive (RWD), the differential is between the rear wheels, connected to the transmission by a driveshaft. All-wheel-drive (AWD) and four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles add a centre ...

Discover the detailed process of restoring a truck differential gear. Follow this step-by-step repair guide to learn the techniques and methods used to bring a worn differential gear back to ...

3. Poor Handling A well-functioning differential ensures that your vehicle corners the way it was intended. If it is failing, it is going to change the cornering ability and create an unstable drive.

In this episode of Restore It, we continue the W123 restoration by removing the chrome trim and taking out the engine, gearbox, differential, and output shafts. With almost all necessary parts removed ...

Use the highest-quality gear oil you can afford to fill the differential. The weight and capacity will be listed in your owner's manual; your differential will usually hold as much as 3 quarts.

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Finally, another sound that you might hear is a “chattering.” This happens with the teeth on the gears of your rear differential break. Not only will you hear a chattering sound if this happens, but ...