At Essential Auto Care, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch Ford brake repair services for owners in Middle Village, Queens, and the surrounding neighborhoods. We recently encountered an alarming issue in a 2.3L Mustang: the failure of the Vacuum Camshaft Pump Drive Coupling, leading to brake failure. In this blog post, we’ll explore this critical […]

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Essential Auto Care (@essentialautocare) Nissan Long Cranking & Camshaft Sensor If you’re near Middle Village, Queens, NY, and experiencing issues with your Nissan Pathfinder, Essential Auto Care can help. We specialize in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of engine issues, including problems with the camshaft […]

Adam Liu, Essential Auto Care, is featured in Ratchet+Wrench Adam Liu, owner of M-Spec Performance and Essential Auto Care discusses with Chris Jones at Ratchet+Wrench on how he went from a single shop to multi-locations. In this article Chris Jones writes, “Auto repair shop owner Adam Liu of M-Spec Performance has three shops in Queens, […]

If you’re experiencing an oil burning smell or notice oil leaks or drips from your vehicle, your MOPAR 3.6L oil filter housing may be the culprit. This essential component houses the oil filter and regulates oil flow to the engine, and if it develops leaks or cracks, it can lead to oil loss and potential […]

If you own a Nissan and have been experiencing a P0101 code, then your car’s airflow meter might be the problem and an update to the car’s computer is probably the solution. This code usually signifies that the airflow meter is not working correctly or is not detecting the proper amount of air intake into […]

Are you experiencing issues with your Nissan transmission? If you’re hearing unusual noises, struggling to accelerate or shift gears, it could be a sign that your transmission needs servicing. Nissan vehicles that are equipped with continuously variable transmissions (CVT) require extra care and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity. As a trusted mechanic in […]

Five Red Flags That You’ll Need a Wheel Alignment Did you know that 35% of car accidents are due to tire issues? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, tires are responsible for approximately 1/3 of car accidents. Wheel alignment is a process that ensures a vehicle’s wheels are pointing in the same direction […]

Adam Liu, owner of Essential Auto Care in Lindenhurst, NY & M-Spec Performance is featured on the Town Hall Academy 293 podcast discussing What Should We Call DVI’s? DVI: Digital Vehicle Inspection Please Like, Share, & Subscribe!

Five Tips to Get Your Car Ready for a Summer Road Trip Summer is around the corner, and it’s almost time for your summer road trip! If you’re going to have a long trip, you’ll need to be fully prepared before you hit the road. One of the most important parts of having a great […]

Answers to Common Oil Leak Questions What are some things I can do to determine how bad my engine oil leak is? First get into the habit of checking your engine oil regularly and getting routine oil changes. Most vehicles have a dipstick that will indicate your oil level manually. Your oil level should be […]