The driveline is a vital piece in any heavy-duty truck. Even if a single component is damaged, this can result in issues with the entire system and potentially damage interrelated components including the transmission.
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About Our Driveline Repair Services for Heavy-Duty Trucks & Commercial Fleets
Your driveline consists of gears, axles, and other components that enable your truck to operate smoothly. A driveline takes the power generated by the engine and transmission and uses it to turn your wheels. It does this through a series of gears in the transmission and a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differentials. Next, the differentials transfer the power to the drive axles that turn the wheels.
Where Does The Differential Come In?
When driving and taking a turn, the wheels on the outside should cover a larger distance compared to the wheels on the inside. While this may not seem like a great distance, it can eventually damage your truck if not accounted for. The differential takes care of this problem by leveraging a series of gears that mechanically transmits power. By doing so, it ensures that the load on the engine and transmission stays consistent irrespective of the sharpness of the turn. However, intense demands placed on the differential can cause it to generate excess heat and wear.
Why Service Your Driveline?
The differential is exposed to heavy loads, causing it to heat up and wear out rapidly. We apply a thick layer of gear oil to the differential to protect it. This reduces friction and allows your heavy-duty truck’s components to operate smoothly. A recommended practice is to change the differential fluid every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Even then, if you haul heavy loads, it is necessary to schedule regular appointments to maintain the health of your differential.
What Our Driveline Services Include
At Ohio Diesel, our technicians identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any issues related to the driveline. Our cost-effective and comprehensive services will get you back to business with uninterrupted power. As part of our process, we carefully examine your driveline system and replace the contaminated fluid with manufacturer-recommended, high-quality fluid. Our experts repair and maintain all driveline components, including but not limited to, axles, bearings, clutches, differentials, driveshafts, torque converters, transmission mounts, and U-joints.
