Major Car Services in Dubai

A soft or sinking brake pedal

A pedal that feels soft, travels further or brakes less during and after heavy use signals water in the brake fluid. We replace the brake fluid with the grade the maker specifies, DOT 4 on the MQ4.

Misfires and higher fuel use

An engine that misfires, loses pull or burns more fuel signals worn spark plugs or a clogged engine air filter. We replace whichever of the 2 the checks show is worn.

Surging or hard starting

Surging, a loss of power or hard starting signals a fuel supply fault. Kia's MQ4 petrol engines carry a lifetime fuel filter inside the tank, and a clogged D2.2 diesel filter can limit road speed. We inspect the filter and renew it where it restricts the fuel flow.

Vibration through the steering wheel

A shake at the steering wheel, or a drift to one side under braking, signals a worn wheel, tyre, steering joint or brake part. We check each one and renew the part at fault.

A changed exhaust note or fumes inside

A louder or different exhaust sound, or the smell of exhaust fumes in the cabin, signals a leak in the exhaust system. We find the leaking joint or section and replace it.

Fluid under the parked car

Kia treats dripping AC condensate as normal, during or after use. Oil, coolant or brake fluid under the car comes from a leaking hose, seal or connection. We locate the leaking part and renew it.

A firm pedal on hot brakes

New brake fluid keeps the pedal firm and the braking force steady during and after heavy braking.

Power and economy restored

New spark plugs cut misfires, bring back lost power, improve fuel economy and lower emissions.

A longer engine life

A clean air filter keeps dirt away from the engine's internal parts, which protects engine life and fuel use.

A transmission on the right fluid

Kia warns that a non-specified automatic transmission fluid can cause malfunction and failure. The fluid the maker specifies keeps the gearbox clear of that risk.

The RTA test items covered

The RTA periodic test, which a car passes to renew its registration, checks the brakes, steering play, wipers, headlamps, suspension, tyres, wheels and axles. We inspect those items during the service and repair any that fall short.

A complete service history

Kia treats service records as the owner's proof of meeting its maintenance requirements. We log each item we replace or inspect, so the history has no gaps.

Identify the car and its visit number

We note the model code, engine, distance and age, and find the matching visit in the maker's schedule. That visit number decides which longer-interval items fall due.

Clean each opening before it is opened

Kia warns that dirt and grit around a filler plug, drain plug or dipstick can enter the engine and damage it. We wipe each area clean before we open it, which matters most on cars driven in sand.

Renew the engine oil and coolant

Old engine oil comes out and a fresh oil filter goes on, in the oil grade and fill quantity on the maker's list. We change the coolant when its distance or age falls due.

Fit new spark plugs

We fit new spark plugs in the heat range the maker specifies, with the engine cold. Each coil boot and plug insulator is wiped with a soft cloth before assembly, so no dirt reaches the insulator.

Inspect the brakes, steering and drive shafts

We check the pads for wear, the discs for run-out, the calipers for leaks and the brake hoses for chafing or cracks. With the engine off, the steering is checked for excess play and the drive shaft boots for cracks. We replace any worn or damaged part and repack the grease where a boot has failed.

Service the transmission and axle oils

We change the automatic transmission fluid and the axle oils when the schedule lists them. Kia counts darker automatic transmission fluid as normal with use, so colour alone never decides a change.

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A belt system renewed together

On the Kia MQ4 D2.2 diesel, we renew the timing belt with its water pump, idler and tensioner in one job at 240,000 km. Kia lists the 4 parts as one system, and inspects the belt itself every 120,000 km.

Hoses kept clear of heat

We check that each hose runs clear of heat sources, sharp edges and moving parts, and that every clamp is secure. A hose that shows deterioration is replaced straight away.

Suspension bolts at torque

We check the suspension connections for looseness or damage and retighten them to the specified torque.

Propeller shafts checked on AWD

On all-wheel-drive versions of the MQ4, we check the propeller shaft, its boots, clamps, rubber coupling and centre bearing rubber. A cracked or damaged part is replaced.

A cooling system checked part by part

The radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and connections are each checked for leaks and damage, and we replace any damaged part.

Safe work on hot and high-voltage parts

We open the cooling system with the engine cold, because a hot system can spray scalding coolant and steam under pressure. On the Kia MQ4 diesel, whose piezo injectors run at up to 200 V, injection work starts 30 seconds after shut-off at the earliest.