Did you know that when you go around a corner the tires on either side of a vehicle may spin at separate speeds to help improve handling. This can occur thanks to the use of front and rear differentials. If this was not able to happen, excessive stress on various parts will result in damages to your vehicle. This is exactly what will happen to your car if the differential is having trouble operating. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to signs of differential trouble, including the following.

Tire Damages

If you notice strange damages on the sidewall and outer tread of your vehicle’s tires, it may be caused by failing differential components. This is because the tires being forced to spin at speeds that cause damage while corning.

Hard to Handle

If you find that you are having a difficult time going around a corner, you may want to have the differential checked out. Handling can become unpredictable if your car’s differential fails, which may lead to an accident.

Vibrations

If the universal joints of your differentials become worn out, the drive shaft may begin to vibrate. This will be harsher during rapid acceleration.

Gears Grinding

Worn gears and low differential fluid will result in a grinding or humming noise coming from the differential. Any strange noises should be checked out by a professional technician to ensure the problem is properly taken care of.

Whining Sounds

The most common sound of a failed differential is a whining noise. This is often due to poor lubrication within the differential, meaning there is a good chance that the differential fluid is leaking. If you spot a reddish fluid under the differential, there is certainly a leak.

It’s important to take care of differential trouble as soon as it becomes apparent to prevent additional damage and reduce the chances of an accident related to the issue. For professional assistance, give us a call today at KB Motorsports