Is Differential Oil the Same as Transmission Oil?
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Differential oil and transmission oil are both types of gear oil. Differential oil is specifically designed for lubricating the rear differential of rear-wheel-drive vehicles, providing effective protection for the differential. Transmission oil, on the other hand, is used to maintain the cleanliness of the gear system, ensuring the proper functioning of the transmission and extending the lifespan of the drivetrain. The car differential is a mechanism that allows the left and right or front and rear drive wheels to rotate at different speeds. Its function is to enable the left and right wheels to roll at different speeds when the car is turning or driving on uneven roads, ensuring that both drive wheels perform pure rolling motion. The transmission is a device that changes the speed ratio and direction of motion, adjusting the torque, speed, and direction of motion transmitted from the drive shaft to the driven shaft under different working conditions. A gear-driven transmission typically consists of a housing and several gear pairs.