What this covers
- Oil leak repair
- Timing chain and belt replacement
- Head gasket and overheating damage
- Misfire and low compression repair
- Engine overhaul and rebuild
- Engine replacement
Signs you need Engine Repair and Overhaul
- Rattle from the engine when it starts from cold
- Oil spots under the engine or a burning oil smell
- Blue or white smoke from the exhaust
- Coolant keeps dropping but you cannot see a leak
- Still misfires after new spark plugs and coils
- Engine overheated and has not run right since
Engine Repair and Overhaul jobs we do
Oil leaks
Valve cover gaskets, oil filter housing gaskets and oil pan seals harden in Dubai heat and start to seep, and these leaks are common on older BMW and Mercedes-Benz engines. Oil dripping onto a hot exhaust is a fire risk, so a burning smell is worth checking soon.
Timing chains and belts
A stretched timing chain rattles at cold start and sets timing fault codes, and on most modern engines a chain that jumps a tooth lets the valves hit the pistons. We replace the tensioners and guides or pulleys at the same time, because they wear with the chain or belt.
Head gaskets and overheating damage
Overheating can blow the head gasket or warp the cylinder head, which shows up as white smoke, coolant loss with no visible leak or milky oil. We pressure-test the cooling system and check the coolant for exhaust gas before we quote.
Overhaul, rebuild and replacement
An overhaul strips the engine to replace worn bearings, piston rings, seals and gaskets, and to machine the cylinder head where needed. When the block is cracked or a repair would cost close to another engine, a replacement engine is the better choice.
Engine Repair and Overhaul questions
How much does engine repair cost in Dubai?
It depends on the fault: a leaking gasket is a small job, while a timing chain or an overhaul is a big one. Genuine parts cost more than OEM parts, and you choose which. We diagnose the car and send the quote on WhatsApp before any repair starts.
Should I repair or replace my engine?
An overhaul is often the better choice when the block and crankshaft are sound, while a cracked block or a broken connecting rod usually means a replacement engine. The car's value and which parts are available matter too. We explain both options, with prices, on WhatsApp.
Why does my engine still misfire after new spark plugs?
If new plugs and coils have not cured it, the cause is usually a leaking injector, an air leak, a worn camshaft or low compression from a valve or piston ring problem. A compression test shows whether the cylinder is sealing, which tells us whether the fix is a part on the outside of the engine or work inside it.
How do I know if the head gasket has blown?
White smoke with a sweet smell, coolant that keeps dropping with no leak you can see, bubbles in the coolant tank or milky oil under the filler cap are the usual signs. Stop driving if the engine keeps overheating, because a small leak can soon warp the cylinder head. We check the coolant for exhaust gas to confirm it before we quote.
When should the timing chain or belt be replaced?
A timing belt has a replacement interval in the service book, by mileage or age, and it gives little warning before it snaps. A timing chain is meant to last much longer, but it stretches sooner when oil changes are missed, so replace it when it rattles at cold start or sets a timing fault code.
Do you collect the car?
Yes, free, anywhere in Dubai during working hours. We collect the car from your home or office, from Dubai Marina and JLT to Downtown, Business Bay, Mirdif and Dubai Silicon Oasis.
