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A view from under a vehicle shows the exposed interior of a rear differential installed between the wheels.

Posted January 5, 2022 Know How

What Is a Rear Differential?

What is a rear differential? It’s what creates a smooth turn for rear-wheel-drive vehicles, and certain clues can tell you when it needs to be checked out.

Posted September 23, 2019 Know How

How to Replace a Toyota Diff Cover

Toyota trucks may be legendary for their off road trail toughness and reliability, but their solid axles have a weak spot that often sends owners to salvage yards and online … Continue Reading How to Replace a Toyota Diff Cover

Posted March 2, 2019 Know How

Know-How Notes: How To Service Your Differential

Changing your engine oil and topping off fluids is a common procedure that many DIYers take care of in their driveway. These simple tasks are part of owning a car, … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How To Service Your Differential

An eLSD stands for electronic limited slip differential, and it gives your vehicle increased traction on slippery roads.

Posted October 15, 2018 Know How

How Does a Car’s eLSD Work?

Learn how a car’s eLSD works and how it benefits your car’s traction on wet or icy roads.

Two men with their torsos underneath a muddy SUV search for signs of common problems with differentials.

Posted August 20, 2018 Maintenance

Common Problems With Differentials and What to Do About Them

Here’s how to identify common problems with differentials, so you can repair your vehicle well before your wheels stop turning.

Posted December 13, 2017 Know How

Types of Car Differentials and How They Work

Some types of car differentials are designed to simply allow for wheel slip, while others are designed to counteract it or even accentuate it.