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Oil changes for European and Foreign Cars sound like one of the simplest services you can perform on a vehicle. Drain the old oil, replace the filter, refill the engine with new oil, and send the car on its way. That may have been a fairly accurate description decades ago, but modern foreign cars have […]

Your vehicle’s braking system is one of its most important safety systems, and brake fluid plays a critical role in making that system work. What follows is important information on brake fluid leaks. When you press the brake pedal, brake fluid transfers hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder through the brake lines and hoses to […]

The BMW 5 Series has earned its reputation by combining luxury with the kind of driving experience that makes a sedan feel considerably more engaging than ordinary transportation. Whether you own an older 528i or 535i, an F10-generation 5 Series, a newer G30 530i or 540i, an M550i, or one of the latest 5 Series […]

A slipping transmission is one of those automotive problems that can begin with a symptom so subtle that a driver barely notices it. Maybe the engine revs a little higher than usual before the vehicle accelerates. Perhaps there is a slight hesitation when you pull away from a traffic light. You might notice the transmission […]

Timing chains are often thought of as “lifetime” components, but in many BMW engines they’ve earned a reputation for wearing out prematurely. At Steinway Auto Repair Astoria NY, we are an established BMW Service and Repair Center since 1997. We’ve seen a steady stream of BMWs with timing-related issues, and most owners don’t realize how […]

Regular oil changes are crucial for maintaining the health and longevity of your vehicle’s engine. At Steinway Auto Repair, we use engine oil recommended by the manufacturer for every oil change in our Astoria repair shop. Using the manufacturer recommended engine oil for your vehicle is crucial for several reasons listed below. First, for optimal […]

We recently encountered a situation with a 2006 BMW 650i here at Steinway Auto Repair, a central mechanic shop for BMW Repair in Astoria. The owner of the BMW experienced a blown engine, complete with damaged valves, pistons etc when the car overheated. Overheating is one of the most common issues BMW owners encounter, and […]

  Rack and pinion steering is a type of steering mechanism commonly used in automobiles to convert the rotational motion of the steering wheel into linear motion that turns the wheels. It consists of a rack, which is a toothed metal bar, and a pinion, which is a small gear connected to the steering shaft. […]

Effects of a poor wheel alignment on your vehicle are both costly and unsafe. Wheel alignment is an essential maintenance procedure that ensures the angles of the wheels are correctly set according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Proper wheel alignment helps ensure even tire wear, stable vehicle handling, and improved fuel efficiency. During a wheel alignment […]

A “Rolling” situation is when a problem occurs while the vehicle is in motion which will cause you to pull over to the side of the road. Examples of “rolling” situations are if you hit an animal, in severe weather such as a storm, a flat tire or similar situations that do not involve other […]