Honda Rear Differential Service in Denver

The differential is a gearbox located between the drive wheels on your vehicle. For two-wheel drive vehicles, that’s going to be a rear differential.

Your Honda’s rear differential works with your transmission to deliver power from your engine to the axle that turns your wheels and ultimately gets you where you need to go.

The differential also makes turning possible. The outside wheels of your vehicle have to rotate faster than the inside wheels when turning. Using a series of gears, the differential allows each side to turn at different speeds when necessary. This enables greater vehicle control.

Lubricating the inside of the differential transfers heat away from the gears, helping to preserve the life and performance of the differential itself.

Over a period of time, operating temperatures and regular wear can cause the differential fluid to break down. When the fluid breaks down, suffers contamination, or leaks, the gears inside may not work properly due to increased friction and heat. If the gears start to grind, continued use of your vehicle can lead to costly repairs.

Needless to say, it’s pivotal that you replace your differential fluid at regular intervals to keep your Honda running the way it should.

To ensure the highest level of vehicle performance, you should always use factory approved fluids in your car, truck, or SUV.

When servicing Hondas in the Denver area, Mile High Honda always uses the best OEM parts and fluids to return your vehicle to factory specifications.

So when it’s time to have your rear differential serviced, you can trust we’ll get the job done right.

Unsure whether or not it’s time to bring in your vehicle for rear standard differential maintenance?

Your owner’s manual will detail a recommended mileage interval point when you should get your differential fluid – also called gear oil – replaced.

If you wait too long to have your differential fluid changed, it can put the components it’s meant to protect at risk of accelerated wear and even permanent damage.

If your differential has suffered damage, it may need to be repaired or replaced.

Signs of a Bad Rear Differential

• Noise in Gear from an Idle
• Grinding Gears at Speed
• Vibration along the Drive Shaft and into the Engine Block via the Transmission
• Fluid Leak

Whether your vehicle is up for standard rear differential service, or in need of more extensive differential repairs, Mile High Honda has you covered.

You can trust us with all your rear differential needs. Schedule an appointment with our service department today!