Differential Service
May 21, 2023
When you're driving and turn a corner, you probably aren't aware of all that's going on with your wheels. The outside wheels have a longer distance to travel than the inside wheels, so there are gears that allow the wheels to go at different speeds when you turn. That set of gears is called a d... More
The Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) Guide to Servicing Your Differential
July 4, 2022
Differential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level?Do these questions sound familiar? They're not uncommon for Joliet drivers. A lot of us in Joliet don't know what a differential is or what it's for. Every ... More
Differential Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield): Viva la Difference
June 2, 2019
Every vehicle on Illinois roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Joliet residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a much ... More
The Tuffy Joliet Guide To Servicing Your Differential
August 5, 2015
Differential? Whats that? And whats it for? Ive been told by my service specialist that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level? Do these questions sound familiar? Theyre not uncommon for Joliet car owners. A lot of us in Joliet dont know what a differential is or what ... More
Differential Service At Tuffy Joliet: Viva la Difference
June 3, 2015
Every SUV on Illinois freeways has a differential, and it is essential to the proper operation of the vehicle, but most Joliet motorists dont have a clue what it is. The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn tr... More