Category: Vehicle Maintenance

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

  At Steinway Auto Repair in Queens, we see the damage that rough New York City roads do to the suspension system of cars and SUV’s. One of the areas that cars can experience damage is to the ball joints. What is a ball joint? A ball joint is a joint and a socket, similar […]

Steinway Auto Repair centrally located in Astoria Queens provides top quality auto maintenance and service. We can troubleshoot, diagnose and correct the issue with your ABS light coming on. Unfortunately, not too many people pay attention to their anti lock braking system (ABS) until the ABS light illuminates on the dashboard. ABS stands for Anti […]

Steinway Auto Repair is a leading auto repair shop in Astoria Queens. Our certified mechanics perform thousands of oil changes each year. Each oil change includes a courtesy inspection (not NYS sticker) to make sure your vehicle is safe, and fluids topped off and check your air filter and cabin filter. What type of engine […]