4 x 4 services
The technicians at Norm's 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. At Norm’s Car Care in Lincoln, Nebraska, our expert technicians have years of experience working on both standard four-wheel drive (4x4) and all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles. AWD vehicles maintain a full-time four-wheel-drive system. This means all four wheels simultaneously receive torque from the engine, which employs a center differential that allows the tires to rotate at different speeds. With our knowledge and experience at Norm’s Car Care, we understand and appreciate the unique needs of these vehicles. Learn more about the 4x4 services we offer.
Transmissions
Transmission repair is nothing to take lightly. A transmission is intricately connected to key parts within the vehicle, and must work correctly to keep you safe. When your transmission goes out, the whole vehicle fails. Typical transmission issues that may need repair include problems with shifting, slipping, stalling and leaking. These can lead to services such as replacing filters and draining fluids in order to prevent further damage. If you suspect any transmission concerns, contact Norm’s Car Care as soon as possible for assistance.
Transfer Cases
A transfer case is a typical part of any four-wheel-drive system found in 4x4 and AWD vehicles. The transfer case first receives power from the vehicle’s transmission, then sends it to the front and rear axles through drive shafts. This power-transfer sometimes occurs with a set of gears, but many vehicles manufactured today have a chain-driven transfer case. When you come to Norm’s Car Care, we can investigate your transfer case and find a solution to any concerns you might have.
Differentials
A vehicle’s differential helps transfer the engine power to the wheels, which allows them to rotate at different speeds. Thus, the name “differential” was born. While driving, the front wheels on a vehicle travel a longer distance than the rear wheels. Additionally, when turning, a car’s outer wheels travel a larger distance than the inner wheels. This means that all four wheels travel at different speeds while the vehicle turns, bringing the differential into play. To make sure your vehicle’s differentials are operating correctly, be sure to have them checked regularly by the professionals at Norm’s Car Care.
Driveline
A driveline keeps your vehicle moving by connecting the engine and the transmission to the wheel axles. Thus, it makes up the car’s powertrain, sans the engine and transmission. You can tell when the driveline fails because your car won’t be able to move—no energy is transmitted between the engine and the wheel axles. Needless to say, your driveline should be inspected and serviced regularly, and Norm’s Car Care is here to help.
Alignment
Wheel alignment is a standard car maintenance procedure on all vehicles. It involves adjusting the wheels’ angles and setting them to the specifications laid out by the manufacturer. Adjusting alignment allows the suspension and steering systems operate at their appropriate angles, which reduces tire wear. Alignment can be a complicated mechanical process, which not all technicians get right. If you suspect alignment issues with your vehicle, let the experts at Norm’s Car Care take care of you.
Wheel Bearings
Located inside your vehicle’s wheels, wheel bearings connect with the brake system and allow the wheels to spin freely. Over time, these bearings can be worn down, causing a vibrating suspension and noisy rubbing sound while the car is driven. If your wheel bearings break completely, the vehicle can become difficult to control and even unsafe. Fortunately, Norm’s Car Care can check your wheel bearings for leaks and wear, to see if they’re running smoothly, or need replacement.
Hubs, Seals, Studs & Nuts
Also known as the wheel motor, a wheel hub motor is an electric motor which operates inside your vehicle’s wheel hub and drives it directly. When these hubs become warped or worn out, it can create a dangerous driving experience. At Norm’s, we want you to have a safe and smooth ride, so come in to let us check or replace your wheel hubs.
When working properly, your vehicle’s seals provide oil and grease seal, which offers a better performance in a variety of different environments and temperatures. When these seals become worn out or warped, they allow external contaminants to enter the bearing unit and let lubricant escape. Ultimately, this leads to a failure of the bearing unit. In order to avoid contamination and retain lubricant within the bearings, seals should be replaced with new ones, particularly by the experts at Norm’s Car Care.
Studs are used to hold the wheels in place on your vehicle. To keep the wheel studs permanently in place on the wheel hub, lug nuts are fastened over the studs through a brake disk or brake drum. Therefore, damaged or stripped wheel studs can be incredibly dangerous, and should be replaced with new ones immediately. To have your wheel studs inspected and replaced with higher quality options, Norm’s Car Care is here to help.
Lug nuts are used as fasteners to secure a wheel on the wheel hub, threaded through the wheel studs. When lug nuts are worn out, this only means one thing: the wheel is not fixed securely onto the vehicle. This promotes the danger to both the vehicle and you at the risk of rolling over. Make sure your vehicle’s wheels are securely fastened to the hub by chatting with our team members here at Norm’s Car Care in Lincoln. Stop by our service center, schedule an appointment or call 402-483-2418 with any questions.
We understand the special needs of these vehicles. At Norm’s Car Care in Lincoln, Nebraska, our expert technicians have years of experience working on both standard four-wheel drive (4x4) and all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles. AWD vehicles maintain a full-time four-wheel-drive system. This means all four wheels simultaneously receive torque from the engine, which employs a center differential that allows the tires to rotate at different speeds. With our knowledge and experience at Norm’s Car Care, we understand and appreciate the unique needs of these vehicles. Learn more about the 4x4 services we offer.
Transmissions
Transmission repair is nothing to take lightly. A transmission is intricately connected to key parts within the vehicle, and must work correctly to keep you safe. When your transmission goes out, the whole vehicle fails. Typical transmission issues that may need repair include problems with shifting, slipping, stalling and leaking. These can lead to services such as replacing filters and draining fluids in order to prevent further damage. If you suspect any transmission concerns, contact Norm’s Car Care as soon as possible for assistance.
Transfer Cases
A transfer case is a typical part of any four-wheel-drive system found in 4x4 and AWD vehicles. The transfer case first receives power from the vehicle’s transmission, then sends it to the front and rear axles through drive shafts. This power-transfer sometimes occurs with a set of gears, but many vehicles manufactured today have a chain-driven transfer case. When you come to Norm’s Car Care, we can investigate your transfer case and find a solution to any concerns you might have.
Differentials
A vehicle’s differential helps transfer the engine power to the wheels, which allows them to rotate at different speeds. Thus, the name “differential” was born. While driving, the front wheels on a vehicle travel a longer distance than the rear wheels. Additionally, when turning, a car’s outer wheels travel a larger distance than the inner wheels. This means that all four wheels travel at different speeds while the vehicle turns, bringing the differential into play. To make sure your vehicle’s differentials are operating correctly, be sure to have them checked regularly by the professionals at Norm’s Car Care.
Driveline
A driveline keeps your vehicle moving by connecting the engine and the transmission to the wheel axles. Thus, it makes up the car’s powertrain, sans the engine and transmission. You can tell when the driveline fails because your car won’t be able to move—no energy is transmitted between the engine and the wheel axles. Needless to say, your driveline should be inspected and serviced regularly, and Norm’s Car Care is here to help.
Alignment
Wheel alignment is a standard car maintenance procedure on all vehicles. It involves adjusting the wheels’ angles and setting them to the specifications laid out by the manufacturer. Adjusting alignment allows the suspension and steering systems operate at their appropriate angles, which reduces tire wear. Alignment can be a complicated mechanical process, which not all technicians get right. If you suspect alignment issues with your vehicle, let the experts at Norm’s Car Care take care of you.
Wheel Bearings
Located inside your vehicle’s wheels, wheel bearings connect with the brake system and allow the wheels to spin freely. Over time, these bearings can be worn down, causing a vibrating suspension and noisy rubbing sound while the car is driven. If your wheel bearings break completely, the vehicle can become difficult to control and even unsafe. Fortunately, Norm’s Car Care can check your wheel bearings for leaks and wear, to see if they’re running smoothly, or need replacement.
Hubs, Seals, Studs & Nuts
Also known as the wheel motor, a wheel hub motor is an electric motor which operates inside your vehicle’s wheel hub and drives it directly. When these hubs become warped or worn out, it can create a dangerous driving experience. At Norm’s, we want you to have a safe and smooth ride, so come in to let us check or replace your wheel hubs.
When working properly, your vehicle’s seals provide oil and grease seal, which offers a better performance in a variety of different environments and temperatures. When these seals become worn out or warped, they allow external contaminants to enter the bearing unit and let lubricant escape. Ultimately, this leads to a failure of the bearing unit. In order to avoid contamination and retain lubricant within the bearings, seals should be replaced with new ones, particularly by the experts at Norm’s Car Care.
Studs are used to hold the wheels in place on your vehicle. To keep the wheel studs permanently in place on the wheel hub, lug nuts are fastened over the studs through a brake disk or brake drum. Therefore, damaged or stripped wheel studs can be incredibly dangerous, and should be replaced with new ones immediately. To have your wheel studs inspected and replaced with higher quality options, Norm’s Car Care is here to help.
Lug nuts are used as fasteners to secure a wheel on the wheel hub, threaded through the wheel studs. When lug nuts are worn out, this only means one thing: the wheel is not fixed securely onto the vehicle. This promotes the danger to both the vehicle and you at the risk of rolling over. Make sure your vehicle’s wheels are securely fastened to the hub by chatting with our team members here at Norm’s Car Care in Lincoln. Stop by our service center, schedule an appointment or call 402-483-2418 with any questions.
