Steinway Auto Repair

  An axle seal leak occurs when the seal at the end of the axle housing fails to properly contain the lubricant (typically gear oil) within the axle assembly. This can happen due to wear and tear over time, exposure to harsh conditions, or improper installation. The picture above shows a leaky axle seal. You can see the discoloration surrounding it due to the oil leak. This leak was discovered by experienced mechanics at our Car Repair Shop in Astoria when the vehicle was brought in for service. When the seal fails, gear oil can leak out of the axle housing, leading to several potential issues. First, there is a loss of lubrication. The primary function of the gear oil is to lubricate the moving parts within the axle assembly, including gears, bearings, and shafts. A leaky axle seal can result in insufficient lubrication, leading to increased friction, heat, and wear on these components. Secondly, there can be contamination. An axle seal leak can also allow contaminants...

    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...