TYPICAL SERVICES OF A CAR REPAIR SHOP

 


Steinway Auto repair is a Car Repair Shop in Astoria, serving the boros of Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, and Brooklyn since 1997. A car repair shop, also known as an auto repair shop or garage, provides various services related to the maintenance, repair, and sometimes customization of automobiles. Here's an overview of what a car repair shop typically does:

Routine Maintenance is vital in keeping all vehicles, new and old on the road.  This includes services like oil changes, filter replacements, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks. Regular maintenance helps keep vehicles running smoothly and prevents major issues. At Steinway Auto Repair, a significant number of customers are keeping their cars longer in this economy. Our expert mechanics are busy keeping cars over ten years old running smoothly by providing regular maintenance.

Oil changes are very important to keep vehicles running smoothly and prevent friction between moving parts. Our oil changes in Astoria are for engine oil and transmission fluid and both are vital to the health of your vehicle. Typically, engine oil is changed every 3,000 miles or so, although the type of oil used determines how many miles should pass before an oil change.

Secondly, a good car repair shop will provide Diagnostic Services. When a car has a problem, the repair shop uses diagnostic tools and techniques to identify the issue. This could involve scanning for error codes, conducting visual inspections, and test-driving the vehicle to pinpoint the problem. For example, we use BMW diagnostic tools to diagnose problems with BMWs. BMW owners are a significant portion of our customer base.

We also use diagnostic tools like the Tech 2 for detecting problems with the Transfer Case Control Module on 4 wheel drive and All Wheel Drive vehicles. Diagnosing the problem correctly saves time and money for customers.

Once the issue is identified, the auto repair shop will perform the necessary repairs. This could involve fixing or replacing components such as brakes, suspension parts, belts, hoses, exhaust systems, and electrical components.

Repair shops like Steinway Auto Repair are equipped to handle major engine and transmission repairs, including overhauls, rebuilds, and replacements. At our shop we sometimes need to replace entire engines, dismantling and removing the old one and then inserting a brand new or factory rebuilt one and connecting it to all the systems and then testing that everything works. We recently replaced the engine on a 2006 BMW 650i convertible. The engine blew and took the valves and pistons with it. The owner replaced with a factory rebuilt one because the car was in excellent shape. Here’s a picture of it. 


 

 Electrical System Repairs are another part of what car repair shops do. This includes troubleshooting and fixing issues with the vehicle's electrical system, such as faulty wiring, dead batteries, malfunctioning alternators, and problems with lights, signals, and other electrical components. Not every repair shop has the level of expertise to handle engine replacements, complete rewiring of a vehicle and so on. It is why we are known as one of the best auto mechanics in Astoria, Queens and New York City in general.

We once encountered a case here in New York City where rodents got under the hood of a minivan that was parked for months and ate up all the wires. Our expert mechanics had to rewire the entire vehicle.

Some repair shops offer bodywork and collision repair services for vehicles that have been damaged in accidents. This could involve repairing dents, scratches, and structural damage, as well as repainting and refinishing. This is not something our repair shop specializes in. However, if a customer needs a side mirror replaced or some such small thing, we can help out.

Tire services including tire sales, installation, balancing, rotation, and wheel alignments. We recommend the best tires for our customers’ budgets and for those who have high end / racing engines. Our repair shop uses the very high-end Hunter Wheel Alignment equipment to make sure our customers get the best wheel alignment possible.

Car repair shops also perform Air Conditioning and Heating Repairs.  Repair shops can diagnose and fix problems with the vehicle's air conditioning and heating systems, ensuring comfort for the occupants in all weather conditions. Part of air conditioning maintenance is adding refrigerant, checking hoses and tubes, preferably before the summer so you can stay cool in the heat.

Some repair shops specialize in performance upgrades and customization, offering services like installing aftermarket parts, tuning engines for better performance, and modifying suspension systems.

Last but not least, we perform New York State inspections, safety inspections, emissions testing, and other types of vehicle inspections required by law or requested by customers.

Overall, car repair shops play a crucial role in keeping vehicles safe, reliable, and in good working condition. If you are a car owner or need an auto mechanic in Astoria, visit Steinway Auto Repair for first class service.

 

 

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