Steinway Auto Repair

    At Steinway Auto Repair we regularly perform car AC repair in Queens . At times customers come in because there is a foul-smelling odour coming through the air conditioning vents. These bad smells can be caused by mold in the AC system as the result of clogging in the Air conditioning box drain or a leaking heater core.  To determine the cause of the smell, have a professional auto mechanic do the diagnosis as a leaking heater core usually cannot be detected easily.  First, we usually check the carpet beneath the dashboard on the passenger side for leaks from the Air Conditioning box. If it smells like mold or water is present, then the Air conditioning box drain may be clogged. If it smells like antifreeze, then the heater core may need to be replaced.  The Air Conditioning box drain will need to be inspected. The vehicle will need to be lifted up to view the drain. If there is antifreeze coming out of the drain, then the problem is a leaking heate...

      The roads in New York City and surrounding boroughs can be rough on the suspension of your vehicle. The suspension consists of tires, springs, shock absorbers, struts, arms bars, linkages, bushings and joints. The purpose of this suspension system is to facilitate the handling of the vehicle, supporting the weight of the vehicle, and ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride. The suspension system is what sits between the road and the frame of the car. Steinway Auto Repair located in Astoria Queens and serving the surrounding areas, has certified mechanics that regularly perform steering and suspension repairs on our customers’ vehicles. An important part of the suspension system are the tires as they are at the direct point of contact with the road. The tires are involved in steering, speeding up or slowing down and of course stopping the vehicle. This is why the tires and the air in the tires are very important to the vehicle’s suspension. The tires and the ai...