Importance of Regular Oil Change in Differential Lockers in Mercedes

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Importance of Regular Oil Change in Differential
Lockers in Mercedes
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Mercedes cars come in a range of different sizes
and shapes in the various models they offer.
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Depending on the type of terrain the car will
drive on, there are different features and parts
that contribute to executing the specific
performance.
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For example, the Mercedes G-Class is equipped
with a locking differential to specifically
handle off-road terrain as theyre essential to
making the wheels turn.
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Here, we will briefly go over what a locking
differential does, why its important to maintain
properly, and how you can find the care you need
for your Mercedes-Benz.
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What is a locking differential?
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The differential is a part of the drivetrain of a
car which simply allows the wheels to rotate at
two different speeds.
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In certain cars, like all-wheel-drive cars, they
have locking differentials, where more than one
differential are at work to keep your cars
wheels maximally gripped to the ground.
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Differential fluid is critical for the intricate
parts of the differential system which require
continual lubrication to work properly.
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When the fluid becomes contaminated or runs dry,
it can cause serious problems with your Mercedes
differential functionality.
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Reasons for regular fluid changes
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It is critical to keep your differential in
working order at all times to ensure your cars
optimal performance.
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However, there are also other reasons for regular
fluid changes that are often overlooked.
It is critical to keep your differential in
working order at all times to ensure your cars
optimal performance.
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Differential replacement cost
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The price of replacing your cars differential is
not something most people keep in a piggy bank.
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Depending on the type of car and the need for
additional repair, it can cost anywhere from
hundreds to over a thousand dollars.
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Longevity and value
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A bad differential can have a significant effect
on your cars performance, which makes your car
essentially useless while traveling on off-roads.
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When you attempt to resell your car, the value
will be significantly reduced with a damaged or
broken differential.
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Safety
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Maintaining your differential is important for
your safety as it is better to take precautionary
steps to prevent disaster.
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The locking differential on your Mercedes is
important to maintain with regular fluid changes
because without proper lubrication leaves you
susceptible to causing an accident.
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Signs of trouble
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The most common signs that a differential is
failing or one of the components is failing are
important to look out for in your Mercedes.
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If you begin to hear odd noises while turning,
or experience any vibrating or rattling while
turning, it could be related to a differential
issue.
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How Euro Plus Automotive can help you
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The Mercedes experts at Euro Plus Automotive
have served the communities of Canoga Park,
Woodland Hills, San Fernando Valley, and the
greater Los Angeles County, CA for nearly three
decades.
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On top of our experience, knowledge, and skill to
prove our dedication to automotive repair, we
passionately approach customer service with
honesty and integrity.
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We are familiar with many types of differentials
and their common issues, including that of
Mercedes-Benz in particular.
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If youre experiencing concerning symptoms in
your Mercedes, please contact us right away to
schedule a diagnostic appointment.
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