4X4 SERVICES

All Wheel and 4 Wheel Drive Servicing

The technicians at Paoli Car Care have years of experience working on standard 4-wheel drive (4x4) vehicles as well as all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles. AWD is a full-time 4-wheel-drive system (all four wheels receive torque from the engine simultaneously) that employs a center differential that allows each tire to rotate at different speeds.

We understand the special needs of these vehicles. These are some of the services we offer.

Differentials
The differentials are devices that transfer's the vehicle engine's power thru the transmission to drive axles and connect to the wheels. One important function of the differential is to pass on power to the wheels while allowing them to rotate at different speeds - thus the name differential. When turning, the outer wheels travel a larger distance than the inner wheels do (also the front wheels travel a longer distance than the rear wheels). This means that all four wheels travel at different speeds during a turn and this is where the differential comes in to help. To make sure your vehicle's differentials are working properly, have them checked regularly. Contact Paoli Car Care today for differentials examination and servicing.

Driveline
A driveline is a part of your motor vehicle that consists of axles and or driveshafts and in some case both are used. Driveshaft's and Drive Axles are components that connect the engine and the transmission thru the differential delivering power to the wheels. Problems that can occur in the driveline of a vehicle or are, noises and vibrations felt as you drive or even making turns. If you experience any or all of these symptoms this may indicate your vehicle might have a problem. Therefore, make sure that your car's driveline is regularly inspected and serviced. And, at Paoli Car Care, you can have the driveline serviced by experts.

Wheel Bearings
Wheel bearings are found at the wheels, allowing the wheels to spin freely. They can become worn or loose over time creating play at the wheels, causing vibrations, and noises as the car is driven. If they wear out completely, the vehicle will become very difficult to control and unsafe to drive. An inspection and or replacement interval for wheel bearings varies greatly, but they should be inspected and checked on an annual basis. At Paoli Car Care can make sure that your wheel bearings are operating as they should and let you know if they need servicing or replacement.

Transfer Cases
The transfer case is a part of a four wheel drive system and is found in four wheel drive and all wheel drive vehicles. The transfer case receives power from the transmission and sends it to both the front and rear axles. This can be done with a set of gears, but the majority of transfer cases manufactured today are chain driven. The transfer case is connected to the transmission and also to the front and rear axles by means of drive shafts. Trust the automotive experts at Paoli Car Care for all your transmission repairs.