Hi Guys... Currently having ASX 2013  with 71k Km odo. Now I am planning to change the car in next couple of months. Kindly suggest, what may be other options,. My range is 35 to 40K dh, with max. 80K km driven. how is KIA Sportage vs ASX? I like sportage by its looks, price vs features availability....but here on Carnity, i read some negative comments about Sportage (mileage, durability, customer service by authorized dealers etc) So how do you rate Sportage vs ASX overall?? and what may be the other options in this range?? Rav 4, CRV....?? and what else???

@MrTwister I wanted to know if after the tuning did the upshift problem in 1st gear tiptronic go away?   Appreciate your feedback as I called up Chip Centric today and he said he is not sure if the upshift problem would go with the chip tuning.

I think its Engine oil because the quantity is decreasing and the oil change mechanic checked the gear oil quantity which is ok. The oil is dripping on  the exhaust manifold from where i marked in the pic and burning with a smell.

If the oil is black it's the rear crankshaft oil seal. If it's red it's the gearbox input shaft seal. That's assuming the oil isn't leaking down from the top of the engine, rocker covers etc. Good news is the seals aren't expensive, well under 100 dhs. Bad news is the gearbox has to come out to fix it so expect a labour bill somewhere between 600-1000 depending on the garage. Best to change both seals when the gearbox is out rather than have the other one fail in a few months and have to pay labour charge to remove the gearbox again.

I recently went for oil change at the petrol pump and the mechanic showed me that it is leaking  engine oil from underneath. What could be the problem and how much could it cost I have a Pajero 2009 please help.

Hi Rahim, Till now I did not try to work on this one, but last time I visit some of the spare parts store in Al Quasis and look for the cabin air cleaner element for old pajero model, they told me that its not available.  Thanks