(703) 221-4523
17711 Fraley Blvd | Dumfries, VA 22026
Mon - Fri 8AM to 5PM

Daniels Auto Care provides Differential Repair services to Dumfries, VA, Triangle, VA, Woodbridge, VA, and other surrounding areas.

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Description of Differential Repair

The differential is responsible for transferring engine power to the wheels. It also compensates for and adjusts to the differences in wheel speed as your vehicle moves through turns. When your vehicle navigates a turn, the inside wheel turns slower than the outside wheel, which has to turn faster in order to keep pace with the inside wheel. The differential allows the wheels to turn at different speeds while maintaining control. A vehicle without a differential would hop and bump along the pavement for an unstable, shaky ride. Four wheel drive vehicles are equipped with a differential in front and back, while rear wheel drive vehicles are equipped with a differential in back. A front wheel drive’s differential, called the transaxle because of the functional combination of the front axle and transmission, is located between the front wheels. All-wheel drive vehicles are equipped with a differential between both the front and rear wheels with a transfer case between them. The case adjusts for speed differences between the front and rear wheels. In all vehicle applications, the differential is primarily responsible for routing and regulating power between wheels.

Benefits of Differential Repair

Whether your car or truck has four-wheel drive, front wheel drive, or rear wheel drive, your vehicle has a differential that experiences heavy wear and tear. When scheduling a differential repair service, you should consider where you drive most often and how much time your vehicle spends traversing particular types of terrain. Tougher terrain—like dirt roads, unpaved or gravel roads—and extreme driving can have a heavier impact on the life of your vehicle’s differential. Maintenance for differentials will differ from vehicle to vehicle. As part of your normal car maintenance schedule, a differential fluid change can positively impact the safety and health of your vehicle. Noise coming from your vehicle’s differential can be a sign of insufficient lubricant or worn gears and bearings due to regular wear and tear. At the first sign of trouble, contact us so we can quickly diagnose and correct the issue.

Daniels Auto Care proudly serves the Differential Repair needs of customers in Dumfries, VA, Triangle, VA, Woodbridge, VA, and surrounding areas.

Areas Served : Dumfries, VA | Triangle, VA | Woodbridge, VA | and surrounding areas

Differential Fluid Change

Differential fluid lubricates the differential in all-wheel drive (AWD), four-wheel drive (4WD), rear-wheel drive (RWD), and front-wheel drive...

Approx. Time: 60 Minutes

Differential Service

Many vehicles need a properly working differential system for the smoothest ride possible. While all vehicles have a differential system...

Approx. Time: 30 Minutes

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Daniels Auto Care

At Daniels Auto Care, we care about your vehicle. We've served our customers with honesty and integrity since day one, even after over 41 years of auto repair and tire service in Dumfries, VA. We’ve seen a lot of changes in this industry throughout these years, but we’ve never compromised on our service. Look to us for your next auto service, shop our selection of name brand tires, or see our team of experienced and certified mechanics to repair your vehicle if something breaks. At Daniels Auto Care, we go above and beyond to ensure every customer's satisfaction. Not only do we deliver great service and pricing, but we also contribute actively to our community. Since we opened our doors, Daniels Auto Care has earned a Top Rating in Consumers Checkbook Magazine (#1 in Prince William County) and is a proud AAA approved member. We service the surrounding areas of Woodbridge, VA and Manassas, VA.

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Address: 17711 Fraley Blvd
Dumfries, VA 22026

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