Open differential
Normally the cars are equipped with open differentials, just like cars with rear wheel drive, differential case (differential briefly) and final drive (gear pair) are placed in one housing.
- pinion
- crown
- case
- bolt
- lock ring
- stop disc
- diaphragm spring
- planetary gear
- bevel gear
- bevel mate shaft
- lock ring
Front wheel drive cars have even 3 in 1. Differential, final drive and gearbox. Open differential is the cheapest and easiest to maintain, so it’s preferred for OEM.
