Steinway Auto Repair

    A vehicle gets its power from its engine. The engine burns fuel and creates energy from its many moving parts. This of course, generates a tremendous amount of heat. It is therefore very important to vent this heat from the engine during operation to avoid overheating which can result in severe damage to the engine. Enter the radiator, which helps to eliminate excess heat from the engine. A radiator is part of the engine’s cooling system. Also included is a liquid coolant (green), hoses which circulate the coolant, a fan, a thermostat to monitor the temperature of the coolant. Steinway Auto Repair, an auto repair mechanic in Astoria , regularly inspects our customers’ vehicles radiator hoses, radiator and elements of its cooling system. For your edification, here’s a bit on the cooling system and how it works.   Overview of how the cooling system works The cooling system uses a mixture of water and coolant. Coolant has a high heat capacity and is circulat...

    The primary purpose of fan belts, also known as drive belts or serpentine belts, is to transfer power from the engine's crankshaft to various components in the vehicle. These belts are crucial for the proper functioning of several engine components and accessories. At Steinway Auto Repair, leading Auto Mechanic in Astoria , vehicle owners come in with symptoms of worn or frayed fan belts. These symptoms include but are not limited to a squealing sound from under the hood, check engine light illuminated on the dashboard, poor functioning or non-working power steering or air conditioning, smell of burnt rubber or the engine temperature running hot or overheating. Some common components powered by fan belts include: ·         The alternator, which generates electrical power to charge the battery and power electrical systems in the vehicle ·         There is also the water pump which circulates cool...

    Winter can be brutal and one of the first things we are prone to do after starting the car is to turn on the heat. If we have the convenience of heated seats and heated steering wheels, we turn those on too to keep from freezing. Imagine our disappointment if we found out that the heat in the car didn’t work or worse yet, was blowing cold air. What can cause this to happen? There could be several reasons why your car heater is not working. Here are some common issues you may want to check. Unless you are a professional mechanic, most of these will be beyond your ability to check. We recommend the help of a professional mechanic, like the leading Auto Mechanic in Astoria   if you cannot diagnose on your own or have difficulty doing so. The most common reason for a malfunctioning heater is a low coolant level. Check the coolant reservoir to ensure it's at the proper level. If it's low, it could indicate a leak in the cooling system. Enough coolant is required for...