Driveline Service

Driveline Service at Stanley Ford McGregor

When your model’s handling begins to dip, you might blame it on your engine. While this can sometimes be the case, it’s more likely that your driveline is the source of the issue. This system redirects your engine’s power to your wheels, and there’s a lot that can go wrong during the process. When you want to make sure that your model is ready for the road near McGregor, Killeen, or Waco, head to Stanley Ford McGregor.

What’s a Driveline?

When you hear the word driveline, you might think that this is simply another part of your vehicle, but it is actually an entire system of moving parts. Your driveline takes all the power that your engine makes and moves it to your wheels so that you can get going. It’s important to note that when a mechanic refers to your driveline that your engine is not actually included in this system. The word powertrain refers to everything that makes your car move, while the drivetrain, or driveline, refers to everything outside of your engine. There are a lot of moving parts in this system, so it’s important that you have your vehicle inspected regularly in order to make sure that everything is working as it should. If you drive a heavy-duty vehicle, you’ll want to have it inspected at more frequent intervals, as it’ll be dealing with a lot more stress.

Diagnosing Your Model

If you’re a mechanic, you already know what to look for. For those who aren’t though, it can be difficult to diagnose when something is wrong. That’s why you’ll want to look for these general symptoms.

• Leaks: If you see fluid pooling underneath your vehicle, you’re going to want to head to the mechanic for an inspection. If it’s from your differential, you could be risking the integrity of the part itself.
• Identify Problems in Your Handling: When your driveline is having trouble, you might notice strange sounds or vibrations. When you hit the gas, you might also notice that these problems only seem to get worse when you go faster. You’ll want to make sure that you never ignore these issues.
• Your Model Is Resisting: Your model should feel smooth to drive, so if you feel like it’s fighting you when you try to turn, it’s time for an inspection. 

A Complicated System

Your driveline system is pretty complicated, so if you want a better understanding of what might need a repair once you arrive at Stanley Ford McGregor, you’ll want to learn about your:

• Driveshaft: There’s a lot of power coursing through your vehicle, but you might be wondering how it gets from one point to another. This is the job of your driveshaft, which is essentially a big tube attached to multiple joints.
• Differentials: There are multiple types of differentials, but one thing that they have in common is the fact that they need lubrication. Since they’re dealing with so much force, it’s important to make sure that there’s no metal-on-metal contact.
• Transfer Case: Another name for your center differential, you’ll have to deal with this part if you drive a 4x4 model. If you tow frequently, you’ll want to make sure that you have this part inspected on a regular basis.