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The engine idles unevenly at the lights near Mall of the Emirates, you hear a faint hiss under the bonnet, and the check engine light comes on with a code that says the engine is running lean. These are classic symptoms of engine vacuum leak problems, and they are far more common in Dubai than … Read more
You are stopped at the lights on Al Khail Road, the AC is on full and the oil pressure gauge sinks toward the bottom. Or the red oil light flickers at idle, then goes out as soon as you pull away. An engine oil pressure drop at idle can be completely normal, or it can … Read more
A Haval Jolion AC not cooling is one of the most common summer complaints from Jolion owners in Dubai. The cabin feels fine in the morning. By afternoon traffic, the vents blow warm air. In most cases, a good workshop offering car AC repair can find the cause in about an hour. Haval Jolion AC … Read more
Bentley brake disc wear does not always mean you need new discs. A mechanic should first check disc thickness, surface condition, runout, heat damage and the brake pads. Light scoring or an uneven surface may sometimes be corrected by skimming, if the disc will still stay above the manufacturer’s minimum thickness. Deep grooves, cracks, heavy … Read more
You park at Mall of the Emirates on a Friday afternoon, come back three hours later and find a small dent in the middle of your driver’s door. Nobody left a note. Door dings are one of the most common types of car damage in Dubai, and they almost always happen in car parks. The … Read more
Your car is on the hard shoulder of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road with the hazard lights flashing, and everyone is standing safely behind the barrier. The danger has passed, but the questions are just starting. Who tows the car, where does it go, will insurance pay, and how do you get to work tomorrow? … Read more
An Audi engine knock is a warning you shouldn’t ignore. The sound may come from low or old engine oil, incorrect fuel, spark plug problems, ignition faults, carbon buildup, or damaged internal parts. Audi engine knocking can sound different depending on the cause. A light rattle under load may have a different source from a … Read more
Taking a car to a workshop in Dubai can cost you half a day. You drive to Al Quoz in morning traffic, wait for a taxi home, then repeat the trip in the evening. For many common jobs, none of that is needed. Car repairs at home cover more work than most drivers expect, from … Read more
Your car will not start in the basement of your Business Bay tower, your service is two weeks overdue, and your diary has no room for a morning in an Al Quoz waiting room. These are the moments a mechanic who comes to you makes the most sense. Knowing when to call a mobile mechanic … Read more
A bad engine mount lets your engine move and shake more than it should. The most common signs are heavy engine vibration and a rough idle that shakes the cabin. You may also hear a clunking noise when you shift or cross speed bumps. You may also see the engine rock when you rev it. … Read more
