Chery Tiggo Owner's Manual

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Preface

Advice

This Owner’s Manual defines both the establishment and termination of right and
liability with respect to product quality guarantee responsibility and after-sales
service between Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. and customers. It is necessary for
customers to carefully read this manual before using Chery products.

Owner’s Manual for Chery Tiggo


Truly congratulate you on having a Chery Tiggo! Also, sincerely thank you for your preference towards Chery and Chery’s products!

The advanced technology and the preeminent performance are incorporated into Chery Tiggo with good ratio of performance to price. This owner’s manual is
intended to introduce technical characteristics, use methods and relevant precautions of Chery Tiggo; you can get the features of Tiggo and be familiar with
the properly using & maintenance to ensure your driving safety.

You should carefully read over this owner’s manual before your first driving of Tiggo.

This manual is compiled in accordance with the current Tiggo structure and features; Chery may not give the further notification in the case of changing
products after the printing of this manual.

All staff of Chery authorized service stations have experienced the good and professional training, and they provide you with the best service heart and soul.

All comments and suggestions are welcomed.

Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.


◊ The new car running-in and regular ◊ Please send your car to Chery authorized
Special Statements maintenance effect significantly influences the service station for car maintenance; all staff of
service life and protect customer lawful rights. Chery authorized service stations have
◊ Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (hereinafter In case maintenance is not completed within experienced the strict and professional
referred to as “the Company” or “Chery”) specified period or mileage, improper car training, and they provide you with the best
provides quality guarantee service for you and using or not to sign and stamp the service;
please use your car in accordance with the maintenance record will be considered as to
◊ Please put this manual in your car, so as to
requirements of the owner’s manual; give up the warranty rights; meanwhile Chery
help you whenever need it. If you are going to
especially pay attention to the section “Quality shall not bear the normal warranty
resell the car, please hand over this manual
Guarantee Service”, you may lose the right of responsibility;
and the complete set of attached files together
enjoying the quality guarantee service due to
◊ Please come to Chery authorized service with the car to the new owner;
your violation against the use compliance;
station to purchase the parts supplied by
◊ If you meet something unclear when reading
◊ The unapproved modification or device Chery (genuine parts); in case any direct or
the Owner’s Manual, you can get further
addition to your car is forbidden, especially the indirect damage caused by using non-genuine
interpretation from Chery authorized service
parts related with electric devices, brake, parts, Chery shall bear no responsibility
station.
steering and any other safety systems; Chery
◊ If the any problem is found in Chery product
shall bear no responsibility for such direct or May you enjoy the driving!
during the course of use, the car shall be
indirect damage caused by unapproved
checked and repaired by Chery authorized The copyright of this manual is reserved by Chery
modification or device addition;
service station. In the process of check and Automobile Co., Ltd.
◊ Please follow the technical maintenance repair, the station, considering the actual
regulations for car of different stages as set by conditions, is entitled to decide whether to
Chery; carry out maintenance by means of repairing
or replacing the equivalent.

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Contents
Position Indicator Lamp (green) ....................................................... 25

Unfastened Seat Belt Alarm Lamp ................................................... 25


Contents
Engine Malfunction Alarm Lamp ...................................................... 25
Special Statements ............................................................................ 1
Indicator of High Beam Lamp .......................................................... 26
Chapter 1 Introduction ....................................................................... 9
Turn Signal Indicator Lamps ............................................................ 26
Warning Symbols in the Manual ...................................................... 10
Airbag Alarm Lamp .......................................................................... 26
New Car Inspection ......................................................................... 10
Low Engine Oil Pressure Alarm Lamp ............................................. 26
Running-in of New Car .................................................................... 11
Indicator of Low Beam Lamp ........................................................... 26
“One-to-one” Service ....................................................................... 12
Alternator Alarm Lamp ..................................................................... 26
Delivery Check Certification ............................................................ 13
Coolant Temperature Alarm Lamp ................................................... 27
“One-to-one” Consultative Service Sheet ........................................ 14
4WD System Failure Indicator ......................................................... 27
Explanation for Common Symbols on Car ...................................... 16
Engine Electronic Control Alarm Indicator ....................................... 27
Chapter 2 Instrument Panel ............................................................ 19
Maintenance Alarm Lamp ................................................................ 27
Instrument Panel ............................................................................. 20
Cruise Indicator................................................................................ 27
Alarm Device ................................................................................... 24
Automatic Transmission Failure Indicator ........................................ 28
Low Fuel Level Alarm Lamp ............................................................ 24
Snow Road Mode Indicator.............................................................. 28
ABS Alarm Lamp ............................................................................. 24
Brake Pad Thickness Indicator ........................................................ 28
Vacuum Alarm indicator ................................................................... 24
Coolant Temperature Gauge of Engine............................................ 28
Parking Brake Indicator Lamp ......................................................... 24
Below C – Low Temperature Range ................................................ 28
Brake System Alarm Lamp .............................................................. 24
Between C and H - Normal Temperature Range ............................. 28
Unclosed Door Alarm Lamp ............................................................ 25
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Over H–Overheating Range ............................................................ 29 Method to operate the CD player ..................................................... 35

Fuel Gauge ..................................................................................... 29 Chapter 4 A/C System ..................................................................... 39

Speedometer ................................................................................... 29 A/C System ...................................................................................... 40

Odometer, Digital Clock and Instant Fuel Consumption .................. 29 Ventilation ........................................................................................ 40

Chapter 3 Audio .............................................................................. 31 Air Filter ........................................................................................... 42

Panel Instruction.............................................................................. 32 Airflow Distribution ........................................................................... 42

Method of Operation........................................................................ 33 Central and Side Vent ...................................................................... 42

Adjust the Volume ........................................................................... 33 Maximum Airflow .............................................................................. 42

Adjust the Bass ............................................................................... 33 1. Vehicle Internal Circulation Button ............................................... 42

Adjust the Treble ............................................................................. 33 2. Blower Speed Knob ..................................................................... 42

Adjust the Balance .......................................................................... 33 3. Temperature control switch .......................................................... 43

Adjust the Fade ............................................................................... 34 4. Air blow mode knob ..................................................................... 43

Loudness Function .......................................................................... 34 5. A/C Cooling Button ......................................................................43

Radio Operating Method ................................................................. 34 6. A/C Operating Mode .................................................................... 44

Radio Playing .................................................................................. 34 General Remark .............................................................................. 45

Frequency Scan .............................................................................. 34 Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 46

Station Search sensitivity (for FM band only) .................................. 34 Defrosting of Rear Windshield & Rear-view Mirror .......................... 46

Manual Tuning ................................................................................. 34 Chapter 5 Light Control .................................................................... 47

Automatic Scanning Tracking (AST)................................................ 35 Light Control .................................................................................... 48

Preset and Store ............................................................................. 35 Headlamp Switch ............................................................................. 48


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Headlamp Dimmer Switch ............................................................... 49 Low-speed Wiping (LOW) ................................................................ 57

Flashing of Headlamp ..................................................................... 49 High-speed Wiping .......................................................................... 57

Front and Rear Fog Lamp Switches ................................................ 49 Water Spray Switch.......................................................................... 57

Turn Signal Lamp ............................................................................ 49 Rear Windshield Wiper and Rear Washing Switch .......................... 57

Way Change Signal Lamp ............................................................... 50 Vehicle Interior Rear-view Mirror...................................................... 57

Electric Headlamp Regulating Knob ................................................ 50 Sun Visor ......................................................................................... 57

Instrument Luminous Regulator ...................................................... 50 Sun glasses Box .............................................................................. 58

Interior Front Ceiling Lamp .............................................................. 50 Control Switch on Doors .................................................................. 58

Luggage Boot Lamp ........................................................................ 50 Electric Exterior Rear-view Mirror .................................................... 58

Sunroof Control Switch.................................................................... 51 Manual Foldable Exterior Rear-view Mirror...................................... 58

Front Doorsill Lamp and Key Hole Luminous Lamp ........................ 53 Safety Switch of Rear Window......................................................... 59

Hazard Warning Lamp Switch ......................................................... 53 Driver Seat Heating Switch .............................................................. 59

Daytime Lamp ................................................................................. 53 Front Passenger Seat Heating Switch ............................................. 59

Chapter 6 Operation & Adjustment of Vehicle Devices.................... 54 Cigar Lighter .................................................................................... 60

Steering Wheel Lock/Ignition Switch ............................................... 55 Glove Box ........................................................................................ 60

Adjusting Steering Wheel ................................................................ 55 Left Small Glove Box ....................................................................... 60

Steering Wheel Horn ....................................................................... 56 Storage Box ..................................................................................... 60

Windshield Wiper and Washer System ........................................... 56 Rear Ashtray .................................................................................... 60

Single Wiping (MIST) ...................................................................... 56 Auto Cruise System Switch.............................................................. 61

Intermittent Wiping (INT) ................................................................. 56 Multi-function Display ....................................................................... 61


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Reverse Radar ................................................................................ 64 Assembly and Removal Method of Headrest ................................... 73

Chapter 7 Door Lock & Anti-theft ..................................................... 66 Rear Headrest ................................................................................. 74

Remote Controller ........................................................................... 67 Rear Seat......................................................................................... 74

Central Control Door Lock System .................................................. 67 Carrying Luggage ............................................................................ 74

Door Lock ........................................................................................ 68 Seat Belt .......................................................................................... 75

Child Safety Lock of Rear Door ....................................................... 68 Alarm Lamp of Seat Belt Unfastened ............................................... 75

Releasing Rod of Fuel Filler Cap..................................................... 68 Fastening Seat Belt ......................................................................... 75

Opening Engine Hood ..................................................................... 69 Central Two-point Rear Seat Belt .................................................... 75

Wireless Remote Control System with Anti-theft Function .............. 69 Airbag Alarm Lamp .......................................................................... 78

Locking and Unlocking of the Door.................................................. 70 Safety Seat for Children ................................................................... 78

Anti-theft Alarm System ................................................................... 70 Chapter 9 Driving ............................................................................. 80

Alarm ............................................................................................... 70 Starting............................................................................................. 81

Replacing the Battery of Remote Controller .................................... 70 Preparation Work before Starting ..................................................... 81

Chapter 8 Seat & Safety Protection................................................. 71 Safety Precautions ........................................................................... 81

Seat ................................................................................................. 72 Start of Engine ................................................................................. 82

Correct Sitting Position .................................................................... 72 Cautions of Exhaust Gas ................................................................. 82

Adjustment of Front Passenger Seat............................................... 72 Pay Attention to Ventilation .............................................................. 83

Adjust the Driver Seat ..................................................................... 73 Adaptive Function of the Engine Control System............................. 83

Headrest .......................................................................................... 73 Limitation of Engine Speed .............................................................. 83

Adjusting Method of Headrest ......................................................... 73 Stop Engine ..................................................................................... 83


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Brake ............................................................................................... 84 Shift Lock ......................................................................................... 91

Dual-Circuit Brake System .............................................................. 84 Starting up........................................................................................ 93

Brake Fluid ...................................................................................... 84 Drive Out of Mud & Sand, Snow ...................................................... 93

Brake Booster ................................................................................. 85 Forced Downshifting ........................................................................ 93

Brake Failure ................................................................................... 85 Stopping on the Way ........................................................................ 93

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ......................................................... 86 Driving Precautions of AT Vehicle .................................................... 94

Actions of ABS................................................................................. 86 (Under Different Road Conditions) ................................................... 94

Make Use of ABS Brake .................................................................. 86 Wading ............................................................................................. 95

ABS Self-check ............................................................................... 86 Function Definition of Cruise Buttons ............................................... 95

Hand Brake ..................................................................................... 87 Three-way Catalytic Converter ........................................................ 96

Steering ........................................................................................... 87 Parking............................................................................................. 97

MT Operation .................................................................................. 88 Key Points of Fuel Saving and Environment Protection ................... 98

Gear Shifting ................................................................................... 88 Radiator Fan .................................................................................... 99

Engine Operation for Vehicle Equipped With AMT .......................... 89 Chapter 10 Emergency Procedure ................................................ 100

Operation of AMT ............................................................................ 89 Hazard Warning Lamp ................................................................... 101

Vehicle starting up with AMT Transmission ..................................... 90 Partial Operation Function .............................................................101

Display of Gear Position .................................................................. 90 Adding Fuel in Time ....................................................................... 101

Manual Mode: ................................................................................. 90 Replacing the Bulb ......................................................................... 101

Auto Mode ....................................................................................... 90 Headlamp assembly ...................................................................... 102

Operation of AT ............................................................................... 91 Fuse and Relay.............................................................................. 104


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Engine Compartment Fuse Box .................................................... 105 Battery ........................................................................................... 120

Instrument Fuse Box ..................................................................... 107 Maintenance of Alternator .............................................................. 120

Replacing Wheel ........................................................................... 109 Washer System of Windshield ....................................................... 121

Install Wheel .................................................................................. 110 Inspection of Wiper Blade .............................................................. 121

Connect Lead ................................................................................ 112 Replacement of Wiper Blade ......................................................... 121

Start Engine ................................................................................... 112 Tyre ................................................................................................ 121

Disconnect Lead............................................................................ 113 Replacement of Tyre ...................................................................... 122

Breakdown Trailer ......................................................................... 113 Anti-skid Chain for Snowy Ground ................................................. 122

Chapter 11 Maintenance ............................................................... 114 Wheel Train Belt ............................................................................ 123

Services Provided by Chery Service Station ................................. 115 Car Wash ....................................................................................... 123

Items You Must Implement ............................................................ 115 Cleaning of Headlamp ................................................................... 123

General Maintenance .................................................................... 115 Cleaning of Rear Windshield ......................................................... 124

Maintenance Schedule .................................................................. 115 Corrosion Protection for Chassis ................................................... 124

Maintenance Items of Engine Compartment ................................. 117 Cleaning of Wheel ......................................................................... 124

Engine Oil Dipstick ........................................................................ 118 Cleaning Articles ............................................................................ 124

Filling Cap of Engine Oil ................................................................ 118 Paint Falling off Treatment ............................................................. 124

Brake Fluid / Clutch Oil.................................................................. 118 Protection of Vehicle Paint ............................................................. 124

Engine Coolant Tank ..................................................................... 119 Maintenance of Leather Veneer ..................................................... 124

Engine Coolant .............................................................................. 119 Regular Maintenance Provisions ................................................... 125

Check the Power Steering Fluid Level........................................... 120 Car Data ........................................................................................ 130
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Car Sale & Delivery Sheet ............................................................. 131 Automatic Transmission Oil ........................................................... 145

Maintenance Certification .............................................................. 133 Transfer Case Oil ........................................................................... 145

Safety Protection System .............................................................. 139 Rear Main Reducer Oil .................................................................. 145

Chapter 12 Capacity & Specification Parameters .......................... 142 Power Steering Oil ......................................................................... 145

VIN ................................................................................................ 143 Brake Fluid & Clutch Oil ................................................................. 145

Vehicle Nameplate ........................................................................ 143 Coolant .......................................................................................... 146

Engine Number ............................................................................. 143 Windshield Washing Fluid .............................................................. 146

ACTECO Engine ........................................................................... 143 Vehicle Mass.................................................................................. 147

Fuel ............................................................................................... 144 Wheel and Tyre .............................................................................. 149

Engine Oil ...................................................................................... 144 Engine Specification ...................................................................... 150

Filling Engine Oil ........................................................................... 145 Vehicle Dimensions ....................................................................... 151

Vehicle Oil & Fluid ......................................................................... 145 Contact Information of Chery International .................................... 153

Manual Transmission Oil ............................................................... 145

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Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction

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Introduction

What You Should Get to Know before Special Instruction


Reading the Owner’s Manual If you see this symbol on the car, you must
This manual describes the maximum possible
read the related sections of this manual before
Thank you for purchasing a Chery car. In order to equipped scope of Tiggo series till the printing of
conducting the corresponding operation.
utilize your car and protect your right, you need to the manual. It’s the introduction of all
spend some time to carefully read this manual. configurations of Tiggo. Some of these
configurations may be provided in the future or
This manual provides you with some important
merely in partial market, so that some function
instructions and prompts with regard to daily
introductions may inapplicable to your car; so
driving and routine maintenance, which enable you We must perform the responsibility and
certain device or function may inapplicable to your
to manipulate the car. The more you know about obligation we bear for the environmental protection.
car and please be subject to car you purchased.
your car, the more safety, economy and joy of The proper use of car and the legal disposal of
driving can be ensured. cleaning articles and lubricating materials are
Warning Symbols in the Manual
Any improper operation may both damage your car significant steps for achieving this goal. The

and deprive your car of the warranty rights. information with respect to such an aspect is
highlighted by a tree-shape symbol.
The periodical maintenance for car helps to retain How to reduce the damage to car or
the performance and second-hand value of car. on-vehicle equipment and avoid the injury of

Chery authorized service stations are star-studded personnel in the case of using a car? In this manual,

all over country, and numbers of maintenance the answer to this question is contained in the note New Car Inspection
specialists in these stations can provide the instant which is marked with a triangular warning symbol.

service for you. Please carefully read and follow the contents that Before deliver the car to you, the dealer under
involved. Chery has implemented the vehicle check
The professionally trained maintenance personnel
according to Chery’s rules. The dealer shall fill in
are able to properly perform maintenance to your
the “delivery check certification” of this manual with
car and the car-mounted equipment. The spare
the date of delivery, and press the certification with
parts used in these stations are the genuine ones
an official seal of sales unit.
supplied by Chery.

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The sales unit shall refer to the Chery Car Sale & It is required to the avoid driving the car at its top In case of a cold car, do not let the engine working
Delivery Sheet to check the performance of speed at various gear positions. at the maximum speed, despite the lever being set
complete car in the presence of customer and in the neutral or a driving gear.
Rules for Running-in from 1,000km to
introduce the general knowledge of vehicle use
1,500km At beginning of use, a new tyre does not get the
and vehicle model configuration scope to the
best adhesive force. Therefore, even a new tyre
customer. The sheet shall be signed by both the It is allowable to accelerate till the top speed or
also needs running-in. Consequently, during the
seller and the customer. drive the car with the maximum tolerable engine
first 100km, the car speed shall be kept low and
speed.
the driving shall be particularly careful.
Running-in of New Car Precautions after Running-in Period:
A new brake friction needs running-in as well, for
For a running car equipped with an engine the brake plate does not have the ideal friction
Owing to the machining and assembly errors, the
speedometer, the maximum engine speed is within the first 200km. If the braking effect during
fictions between active components of a new car at
6,000r/min in short-time. In case of manual shift, such a period seems poor, it is allowed to properly
the beginning of use are always much greater than
no later has the speedometer pointed to the red increase the pressure on the pedal. This method is
those under the normal conditions. Since the initial
indication area than the gearshift lever shall be also applicable every time you henceforth replace
running-in effect significantly influences the service
pulled to the adjacent higher gear the brake lining with new ones.
life, working reliability and economy of a car, the
position.
running-in rules shall be strictly abided by in the Once a new car has traveled for 800km in total, it is
event of using a new car. It is required to prevent the engine from running at an compulsory to retighten the wheel nuts to the
unnecessary high speed. Shifting the lever to higher specified torques. See Chapter “Specification
Rules for Running-in Within 1,000km
gears as soon as possible is helpful for saving fuel, Parameters” in this manual for these correct torque
It is absolutely forbidden to drive the car at its full reducing working noise and lower environmental values. For the car whose wheels have been
speed; pollution. replaced or whose wheel nuts have been
loosened, it is also required to retighten these
Generally, it is forbidden to drive the car at a speed
When the car is running, the very low engine wheel nuts to the specified torques as soon as the
over 100km/h;
speed is also undesired. It is necessary to shift the car has run for 800km.
lever to the proper gear, as the case may be.

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“One-to-one” Service

For the purpose of providing you with the better


service and car, the dealer under Chery will assign
a service consultant for you when you are buying
Chery car. If you have any question during in car
using, you can contact with your service consultant
and he/she will present the best service to you.

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Delivery Check Certification

It is hereby proved that this car has been Name (Company) of Name of Responsible
checked in accordance with rules of This Car’s Owner Service Station
CHERY Automobile Co., Ltd. and its
_________________ _________________
quality meets the technical requirements
specified by CHERY. _________________ _________________

Date of Delivery:_______________ Address Responsibility


___________ Undertaker____________
Official Seal of Sales Unit:
_________________

Tel _____________ Tel _____________

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“One-to-one” Consultative Service Sheet

Name of Customer: Date of Purchase:


III. Introduction to Main Tasks of Service Consultant (√ for yes, × for no)
Service Seller: Model:
Car VIN:
The following items shall be confirmed by the customer.

The First Form


I. Confirmation of Items regarding Car Delivery (√ for yes, × for no) □Reception for periodic maintenance □Acceptance and treatment for
 The basic use method of car has been introduced, the delivery check has been given service customer’s complaint
to the car in the presence of customer and the car has been proved qualified.
□Reminding call-back for periodic □Answer to enquiry on
 The quality guarantee policies have been introduced.
maintenance repair/maintenance
 The precautions of driving have been introduced.

Kept by Service Station


 The importance of periodic car maintenance and the interval time/mileage of □Periodic greeting call-back □Acceptance and treatment for
maintenance have been introduced. repair/maintenance bespeaking
□Reminding call-back for service action
 The importance of maintaining/repairing car in Chery authorized service station has
□Reminding/ acceptance and treatment
been informed. □Greetings for important festivals
for annual check
 The Owner’s Manual has been delivered and I have been reminded of reading.
 The functions and use methods of Chery customer service hot line have been told. □Other affairs required by customer
II. Introduction to “One-to-one” Consultative Service Model (√ for yes, × for no)
 If you have some questions or requirements, you just need to inquire nobody but your
service consultant. IV. Establishment of “One-to-one” Consultative Service Relation
 The service consultant is the only person that is designated by the service station to
Business Card of Service Consultant
communicate with his customer.
 A service consultant is responsible for only one customer, and that is “one-to-one”.
 The customer can reselect a service consultant if he/she feels unsatisfactory at the Signature of Customer/ Date:
previous consultant. Signature of Service Consultant/ Date:

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“One-to-one” Consultative Service Sheet
Name of Customer: Date of Purchase:
III. Introduction to Main Tasks of Service Consultant (√ for yes, × for no)
Service Seller: Model:
Car VIN:
□Reception for periodic maintenance □Acceptance and treatment for
The following items shall be confirmed by the customer.
service customer’s complaint
I. Confirmation of Items regarding Car Delivery (√ for yes, × for no)
 The basic use method of car has been introduced, the delivery check has been given □Reminding call-back for periodic □Answer to enquiry on
to the car in the presence of customer and the car has been proved qualified. maintenance repair/maintenance
 The quality guarantee policies have been introduced.
□Periodic greeting call-back □Acceptance and treatment for
 The precautions of driving have been introduced.
repair/maintenance bespeaking
 The importance of periodic car maintenance and the interval time/mileage of □Reminding call-back for service action
maintenance have been introduced. □Reminding/ acceptance and treatment
□Greetings for important festivals
 The importance of maintaining/repairing car in Chery authorized service station has for annual check
been informed.
□Other affairs required by customer
 The Owner’s Manual has been delivered and I have been reminded of reading.
 The functions and use methods of Chery customer service hot line have been told.
II. Introduction to “One-to-one” Consultative Service Model (√ for yes, × for no)
Establishment of “One-to-one” Consultative Service Relation
 If you have some questions or requirements, you just need to inquire nobody but your
service consultant. Business Card of Service Consultant
 The service consultant is the only person that is designated by the service station to
communicate with his customer.
Signature of Customer/ Date:
 A service consultant is responsible for only one customer, and that is “one-to-one”.
Signature of Service Consultant/ Date:
 The customer can reselect a service consultant if he/she feels unsatisfactory at the
previous consultant.

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Introduction

Explanation for Common Symbols on Car

Symbol Definition Symbol Definition Symbol Definition

Warning light for parking


Front & rear power window Refer to owner’s manual
brake

Rear window switch


Safety warning Sound alarm
disabled

Indicator light for rear fog


Electric seat Fuel
lamp

Indicator light for front fog


Cigar lighter Engine anti-theft
lamp

Air conditioning system Warning light for brake


Central control lock
switch system malfunction

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Symbol Definition Symbol Definition Symbol Definition

Warning light indicating


Anti-lock brake system Interior lamp
unfastened seat belt
malfunction indication

Hazard warning indication


Diode Horn

Battery positive pole


Engine cooling fan No smoking

Indicator light for airbag


Headlamp switch malfunction Anti-skid indicator light

Battery Rear windshield heating Rear-view mirror heating

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Introduction

Symbol Definition Symbol Definition Symbol Definition

Jack Be careful of fan Windshield defrosting

Non-petroleum base
High beam lamp indication Acid material
brake fluid

Low beam lamp indication Explosive gas Wiper switch

Malfunction light for throttle Brake pad warning Vehicle maintenance


valve indication indication

AT transmission Snow road mode


Cruise indication
malfunction indication indication

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Instrument Panel

Chapter 2 Instrument Panel

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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Brake system 4WD system

warning light Airbag failure indicator


Left turn
High beam indicator Rear fog lamp
Front fog
Cruise indicator indicator Right turn
indicator
lamp
indicator

Maintenance

indicator

Engine self-inspection
Fuel level warning indicator
indicator

Clearance lamp ABS indicator

Fuel gauge
Parking brake warning light Fuel pressure warning indicator

Door open warning light Coolant temperature warning indicator

Battery charging indicator Seat belt indicator

Malfunction light for throttle valve Coolant temperature

gauge

Instant fuel

Total mileage consumption Automatic


Speedometer
Snow road mode indicator Time & short
display transmisson failure
Speedometer
Regulating
mileage
warning indicator
Brake pad warning indication button

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Instrument Panel

Reverse radar, instant fuel consumption, mileage


subtotal display

Clock display

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Instrument Panel

Transmission Auto mode

Transmission economical mode

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Instrument Panel

vacuum tank warning indicator

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Instrument Panel
is working normally without stepping the brake
Alarm Device ABS Alarm Lamp pedal; please send the vehicle to the Chery
authorized service station for overhaul.

The alarm device is used to inform the driver of


operating conditions and whether the car is in Parking Brake Indicator Lamp
troubles which may lead to great damage or hurt. If
The lamp will be lit seconds when the ignition
one system goes faulty, the corresponding alarm
switch is on, at this time, ABS will do self-check to
lamp will be lit or flash.
confirm whether the system can operate properly.
Part of the alarm lamps will go on in seconds when If the lamp always goes on or flashes after the
the ignition switch is on, and the system will do self ignition switch is on, it means ABS failure. Still the
check. If some alarm lamps are off or some are vehicle has the ability of normal brake (without Turn on the ignition switch and pull up the hand
always on or flash after engine starting, please ABS) unless the alarm lamp of brake system also brake, and the indicator lamp of parking brake is lit.
send the vehicle to the Chery authorized service is lit. By now, go to the Chery authorized service
station for overhaul. station as soon as possible for overhaul. Drive Brake System Alarm Lamp
carefully and avoid the over-speed.
Low Fuel Level Alarm Lamp
Vacuum Alarm indicator

Only the ignition switch is turned on, can the lamp


work. This lamp is always on after pulling up hand
The lamp will be lit for alarm if the fuel capacity is brake. If the lamp is always on after releasing the
less than 14 liters, and the hand of fuel gauge will Because of the vacuum consumption, this indicator hand brake, please ask the Chery authorized
point to the red alarm line. may light up shortly; it is normal if the light turns off service station to check the system.
after the engine vacuum pump works for a while
Please refuel as soon as possible if the lamp is lit.
and reaches to enough vacuum degree; There is
malfunction in case the indicator is lit when engine

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Instrument Panel

system has fault and the emission has exceeded


Position Indicator Lamp (green) national standard Ⅳ, please go to the Chery
If the alarm lamp of brake system goes authorized service station for overhaul.
on while driving, it means that one of double When the clearance lamp is switched on,
circuits in brake system is faulty. In this case, drive Application scope:
this lamp is lit.
carefully and go to the nearest Chery authorized ◊ The vehicle equipped with SQR481, SQR484
service station for a professional overhaul. Taking engine series is model with EOBD system (higher
Unfastened Seat Belt Alarm Lamp
account of the seriously-reduced brake than national III standard)
performance and increased braking distance, keep
As the ignition switch is turned on, if the driver seat 2. Engine electric control system failure warning
a wide distance from the front car while driving and
belt is not plugged in, this lamp will be lit to warn indicator
step hard on the pedal appropriately.
the driver to fasten the seat belt well.
In the event that both the ABS malfunction alarm The lamp is lit when the ignition switch is on, and
lamp and the brake system alarm lamp continue to the engine electric control system is in a
Engine Malfunction Alarm Lamp
be on at the same time, stop the car as quickly as self-checking state, if the system is free of failure,
safety permits. Go to the Chery authorized service then the warning lamp will go off after engine start;
station for brake system check before continuing please check the engine if the lamp always is on; if
driving. the alarm lamp is on while driving, it means that
This warning lamp has two function status and the car electronic control system has fault, please
below is the introduction: go to the Chery authorized service station for
Unclosed Door Alarm Lamp overhaul.
1. EOBD system failure indicator
Application scope:
The lamp is lit when the ignition switch is on, and
the EOBD system is in a self-checking state, if the ◊ The vehicle model equipped with Mitsubishi
system is free of failure, then the alarm lamp will engine.
go off after engine start; please check the engine if
This lamp will indicate any door is open if the the lamp always is on; if the alarm lamp is on while
vehicle door is not closed properly after switching driving, it means that the car electronic control
the ignition switch.

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Indicator of High Beam Lamp Airbag Alarm Lamp


If the engine oil consumption is
very fast, please go to the Chery
authorized service station for check.

When the ignition switch is on, the alarm lamps will


This lamp is lit while using the high beam lamp or flash for 6 times and then off; in case of the
while the headlamp is flashing. Indicator of Low Beam Lamp
malfunction, the alarm lamp will be lit up for 6s,
which means that some malfunction codes occur
Turn Signal Indicator Lamps but not affecting the airbag normal function.

It means failure if the lamp is lit while driving. Sent


the vehicle to the Chery authorized service station
for overhaul. This lamp is lit while turning on the low beam lamp
The lamp consists of left turn signal indicator lamp and ignition switch.
and the right turn indicator lamp. The Low Engine Oil Pressure Alarm Lamp
corresponding indicator lamp will flash (slowly) as Alternator Alarm Lamp
the left or right turn lamps are switched on. Both of
them will flash simultaneously when the hazard
flashing alarm lamp is switched on.

It means that the corresponding turn lamps go


The lamp will be lit once the ignition switch is on,
wrong if the flashing frequency of the turn signal
and will go off after engine start. Please stop the The lamp is lit when the ignition switch is turned
indicator lamps has doubled, please send the
car immediately if the lamp is on or flashes while on; the lamp will go off soon after engine start.
vehicle to the Chery authorized service station for
driving over engine RPM 2000, and shut off the
overhaul. Stop the car immediately if the lamp is lit while
engine and check the engine oil level.
driving, and shut down the engine to check the
Add the oil immediately if the oil level is too low. alternator belt and other related components.

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Instrument Panel

If the belt is normal, keep driving to the nearest while driving, it indicates the malfunction occurs on
Chery authorized service station for overhaul; the electronic control unit of engine, please go to
Because the battery continues to discharge, all the Chery authorized service station for overhaul
Warning of scald! When the engine is hot,
unnecessary electrical appliances should be the cooling system is in high temperature and high
as soon as possible. Application scope: ◊ The
turned off, including the air conditioning system. pressure conditions, so it is necessary to open the vehicle equipped with SQR481, SQR484 engine
radiator cover after engine cooling. It is forbidden to
series.
If the belt is broken, never keep driving and have it
maintained by specialists. touch radiator fan!
Maintenance Alarm Lamp

Coolant Temperature Alarm Lamp


4WD System Failure Indicator

If the accumulative mileage shown in the odometer


reaches the pre-set value (5,000km), the lamp will
The lamp will go on for several seconds and then Some Tiggo models adopt intelligent 4WD system, go on to warn the customer to go to the Chery
off after the ignition switch is on. Several seconds the indicator lamp will be on if 4WD system has authorized service station for maintenance. Note:
later, if the lamp is still on, and it flashes or goes on failure. the technicians shall reset the maintenance
due to over high coolant temperature or too low mileage to zero after maintenance.
coolant level while driving and the buzzer makes Engine Electronic Control Alarm Indicator
alarm, if so, it is necessary to stop the car Cruise Indicator
immediately and shut off the engine, and check the
coolant level, then add coolant according to the
specifications; meanwhile contacting with Chery
The alarm lamp is lit and the electronic control unit of
service station without driving.
engine is in self-checking state when the ignition switch is
When the ignition is turned on and the cruise switch is
on; if the system is free of failure, the alarm lamp will go off
turned on; the cruise indicator lamp will flash indicating the
after starting; If it keeps on, it is necessary to check the
condition of cruise; in driving, the cruise indicator lamp will
engine; if the lamp is lit
be always on in cruise mode.
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When ignition switch is turned on, pressing the It indicates the coolant temperature.
Automatic Transmission Failure Indicator snow road mode button nearby the gearshift
lever, the instrument panel snow road indicator Below C – Low Temperature Range
will be on; start the engine and shift to gear D to
start up and driver the vehicle in 2nd gear
During the warming-up process of starting, the
(suggest to select this mode when driving on
engine may operate across this range for a short
snow road or road of poor coefficient of
time. In this temperature range, the engine shall
adhesion); pressing the snow road mode button
The indicator will be on after turning on ignition not operate at high speed; moreover, the operating
again; this indicator in instrument panel will go off
switch and automatic transmission system is on load of engine shall be never excessive.
and system will quit the snow road mode.
self-checking status; the indicator will go off if the
Please go to the Chery authorized service station
system is free of failure. Please check the
for overhaul if the hand remains in this range for a
automatic transmission system if the indicator is Brake Pad Thickness Indicator
long time.
always on.

If the indicator is on during your driving, it means Between C and H - Normal Temperature
the automatic transmission system has failure and
please come to Chery authorized service station Range
for overhaul as soon as possible. The brake pad thickness indicator will be on if the
brake pad has severe wearing; please drive the The hand lies in the range while driving properly.
If the indicator blinks during your driving, it means
vehicle carefully and replace the brake pad at
the over high temperature of automatic The hand may depart off this range when the
service station soon.
transmission and please come to Chery authorized outside temperature is too high and the engine is
service station for overhaul as soon as possible. heavy loaded. The vehicle may travel as long as
Coolant Temperature Gauge of Engine
the coolant alarm lamp is off, it is necessary to stop
Snow Road Mode Indicator the engine immediately and check the cooling
system in the event of flashing alarm from coolant
alarm lamp.

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The heavy-duty engine overheats easily in the When the low level alarm lamp goes on, please
Over H–Overheating Range event of a very high outside temperature! refuel as soon as possible. Refer to the section of
“Low Fuel Level Alarm Lamp”.
The front spoiler also has the function of air
Once the hand reaches the red range, it means
cooling. The engine may overheat if the spoiler is
engine overheating. Stop the car safely and
damaged or even broken due to collision. Please Speedometer
immediately, and shut down the ignition switch;
go to the Chery authorized service station for
find out the causes after the engine gets cool.
bumper repair timely.

Fuel Gauge
If the engine is still hot, do not
open the water tank cover so as to avoid
scald.

It indicates the current speed of the vehicle.


Notes:
Notice:
If the auxiliary headlamp is mounted is mounted in
The vehicle speed is affected by tyre size. Please
front of air inlet port at lower of front bumper, the
select the tyre in size of Chery genuine one,
cooling air flow will be affected and it is not good Capacity of fuel tank: 57 liters.
otherwise the vehicle speedometer cannot show
for engine cooling.
When the hand reaches the red alarm position (the the correct speed.
first short bar), about 14 liters of fuel is left in the
fuel tank. Odometer, Digital Clock and Instant Fuel
After the fuel tank is fully filled and vehicle has run
Consumption
for a while, the needle will point to position “F”.

The added fuel may be less than the rated capacity


due residual fuel while refueling.

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Instrument Panel

The right lower part displays the total mileage; the (Combined instrument clock regulating method It indicates the engine speed (RPM).
right upper part displays time or single trip mileage. for 09 model vehicle)
The right red range of dial gauge denotes the
The time display is in digital way.
1. Premise of regulating: turn off the ignition switch maximum allowable speed range of engine in a
Switching between Time and Single Trip and clearance lamp is on, then clock can be short time and at operating temperature after
Mileage and regulating Method: regulated. running-in. However, it is recommended that the
gearshift lever should be shifted to a higher gear
By spot pressing the regulating button on 2. Regulating steps:
when the hand reaches this range at latest or the
odometer, the time and single trip mileage display
1. Long press the regulating button until the digital foot be moved off the pedal.
can be switched.
hour starts blinking then releasing the regulating
Notice:
If the odometer shows single trip mileage, you can button; now you can change the hour by pressing
reset the mileage to zero by long pressing the the regulating knob; An early shifting to high gear is significant for fuel
regulating button. saving and noise reduction.
2. Please hold on after regulating the digital hour
If the odometer shows time, you can adjust the until the digital minute starts banking; you can Shift to an adjoining gear in case of unstable
clock by long pressing the regulating button. change the digital minute by pressing the engine running.
regulating knob;
Overspeed alarm
3. The clock regulating is finished after the digital
The speed of more than 120 km/h, instrument buzz
minute is completed.
after three stop,
Engine Tachometer When the speed under 120 km/h after another,
more than 120 km/h, instrument continue to buzz
after three stop, so cycle.

Regulating button

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Chapter 3 Audio

Note: if the vehicle is not equipped with this audio system, please read the audio owner’s manual on vehicle.
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Panel Instruction

1. CD (CD play selection) button

2. BAND selection button (Radio FM/AM band switch) button

3. USB button

4. Power Switch/Volume regulating (Knob) Button

5. SEL (Sound Effect Mode Selection) button

6. Low frequency search (radio)/Fast Backward/Play (CD play)

7. MUTE button

8. High frequency search (radio)/Fast forward/play (CD play)

9. Preset button 1 (Radio) / RANDOM button

10. Preset button 4 (Radio)

11. Preset button 2 (Radio)

12. Preset button 5 (Radio)

13. Preset button 3 (Radio) REPEAT button

14. Preset button 6

15. Search previous or backwards (CD play)

16. USB interface

17. SCN (radio frequency scan/CD play track scan) button

18. AST (Automatic Storage) button

SET (long press over 2s to enter setting) button

19. Disc eject button

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3. After the completion of adjustment, long press
Mode Selection
Method of Operation the SEL button to finish the setting.
1. Press the BAND (FM/AM) button to select the required
band. Adjust the Treble
Operation
2. Press the CD button to select the CD play mode.
Notice:
1. Press the SEL button to select the “TREB”.
Please refer to the above figure of front panel “Panel Adjust the Volume
2. Turn this knob in clockwise direction to increase
Instruction” to read this chapter.
the treble; and turn the knob in the anticlockwise
Turn the knob in clockwise direction to increase the
direction to decrease the treble.
volume; and turn the knob in anticlockwise direction to
decrease the volume. *Its value is set as “0” before leaving factory.
Please lower the sound volume before
turning off the ignition switch or main power. The Max. volume is 31 and Min. volume is 0. The range of adjustment: -7 to +7.

Device can keep the memory of finial setting of Please ensure that you can hear the traffic signals (whistle, 3. After the completion of adjustment, long press
volume value before turning off. If the volume is very alarm,). the SEL button to finish the setting.
high before turning off, the sudden high volume may
hurt your ear or damage your device when you turn it Adjust the Bass Adjust the Balance
on in next time.

1. Press the SEL button to select the”BASS”. 1. Press the SEL button to select the “BAL”.
Power ON or OFF 2. Turn this button in clockwise direction to
2. Turn this button in the clockwise direction to increase the
Notice: increase the volume of right speaker; and turn the
bass; and turn the button in anticlockwise direction to
button in anticlockwise direction to increase the
If the engine of the vehicle doesn’t start up, you shall be decrease the bass.
volume of left speaker.
careful of device operation in long time, since the vehicle
*Its value is set as “0” before leaving factory. *Its value is set as “0” before leaving factory.
may not be able to start up if the battery power is low, also
the service life of the battery may be reduced. The range of adjustment: -7 to +7. 3. After the completion of adjustment, long press
the SEL button to finish the setting.
Press the POWER button to turn on/off the CD player.

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FM FM1FM2AMFM…. The local/remote mode switch is available. The specific
Adjust the Fade method of operation is as follows:

3. Press the button or to tune the radio to 1. Press the button SET for at least 2 seconds to enter the
1. Press the SEL button to select the “FAD”.
find the radio as required. SETUP menu.
2. Turn this button in clockwise direction to increase the
volume of front speaker; and turn the button in
2. Press the button or to select the SRCH option
anticlockwise direction to increase the volume of rear Frequency Scan
that you want to change.
speaker.
3. Press the button SET to change the setting LO/DX.
The frequency scanning function enables you to listen to
4. Press the button SET for at least 2 seconds to exit the
*Its value is set as “0” before leaving factory. the first 10 seconds of program of each current band of
SETUP menu.
local radio station.
3. After the completion of adjustment, long press the SEL
button to finish the setting.  Press the SCN button to turn on/off the frequency
Manual Tuning
scanning function.

Loudness Function Automatic Search Please switch to the manual tuning mode, the specific
method of operation is as follows:
The loudness effect adds the bass & treble to  Press the button to tune into the lower-frequency
1. Press the button SET for at least 2 seconds to enter the
radio station.
create the natural tone. This function is automatic. SETUP menu.

 Press the button to tune into the higher-frequency


2. Press the button or to select the TUN option
Radio Operating Method radio station.
that you want to change.
3. Press the button SET to change the setting AUTO/MAN,
Radio Playing --Press the button or again to search another and set to MAN.
radio station. 4. Press the button SET for at least 2 seconds to exit the
1. Press the FM/AM button to select the radio mode. SETUP menu.
2. Press the FM/AM button to select band, and when you  Press the button to tune into the lower-frequency
Station Search sensitivity (for FM band only)
press the FM/AM button, the band will change as following
sequence: radio station.  Press the button to tune

higher-frequency radio station.

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 Start to play the track after the completion of selection.
Automatic Scanning Tracking (AST) Method to operate the CD player
Fast Backward/Forward
You can store 6 strongest FM radio frequencies in the FM CD play
AST band or store 6 radio frequencies in the MW (AM) AST Press the button or to fast backward or fast
Put disc into the CD entrance and start playing.
band. When you use the automatic storing function, the forward the selected track.
radio stations that are originally stored in the FM AST or Screen display:
 Press this button again to make the device return to the
MW (AM) AST band will be overwritten.
 Sound effect mode (if selected) normal play mode.
Press the button AST to enter the automatic storing mode
 CD play symbol Random Play
and then
 Current track number, time elapses. Short press the RANDOM button can enter the random
 the device makes a sound of “Hua”, and then mute, the
play mode.
display starts to flash. Track Scanning
 after finishing the storage, you will hear a sound of  Press the button again to exit the random play mode.
The track scanning function enables you to listen to the first
“Hua” again, and the display stops flashing.
10 seconds of contents of each track. Repeat Play
 The stations are stored in the Preset button 1-6.
Press the button SCN to enter the track scanning mode
Short press the REPEAT button can enter the repeat play
 Sometimes, it is possible that the stations available are
 Press the button SCN again to exit the track scanning current track mode.
less than 6 radio stations.
mode.
 Press the button again to exit the repeat play mode.
Preset and Store Previous/Next play
Eject Disc
Press the button or to select the next/previous Press the EJECT button to exit the disc.
Use the preset buttons 1 to 6 to store 6 radio stations in
each band. track.

 Tune to the required radio station. = to next track

 Press the required preset button for at least 2 seconds


and hears a sound of “Hua”; it indicates you can store the
= to previous track
current radio station into the preset button.

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CD maintenance Track scanning Fast Backward/Forward


 Please don’t leave your finger mark on a disc. The track scanning function can search and play the first 10
 After a disc ejects from the device, please place it into seconds of all music on this disc.
 Short press the button or to fast backward or

the CD box to prevent from damaging or foreign particles. fast forward the selected track.
 Press the SCN button to enter the track scanning.
 Please avoid CD heating or exposing to direct sunshine.
Release the button can return to the normal play mode.
-- Press the button SCN again to stop the track scanning.
CD Operation Method USB interface
Repeat play
Press the USB button can switch to USB play
CD Play  Short press the REPEAT button can enter or quit the
mode.
repeat play current track mode.
 Connect one compatible VDO CD with the
Random play Precautions:
device.
 Short press the RANDOM button can enter or quit the Do not to use the following discs:
□ Start playing.
random play mode.
1. Bad quality or deformed disc.
--Screen display:
Previous/Next track 2. The disc with transparent or semitransparent burning
--Sound effect mode (if selected), part.

 Press the button or to select the previous/next 3. The disc adhered with adhesive tape or CD-R label, or
--CD play symbol,
label off disc.
track.
-- Current play track No., elapsed time. Please follow the precautions as below, otherwise the disc
or player may be damaged seriously.
 Press the DISC△ or DISC▽ to select the = To the next track
1. Do not insert disc player with any other object except
required disc.
disc.

= To the previous track 2. Do not apply oil on the disc player.


3. Keep out of the direct sun for the disc storage.
-- It starts to play the track after the completion of selection.
4. Do not insert multiple discs at one time

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Audio Shortcut Button Left Shortcut Button

Note: please take actual vehicle as reference.


Right Shortcut Button

Note: please take actual vehicle as reference.

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Function and operation method of shortcut button

Button Operation Radio CD player

Short press Select other working mode Select other working mode
MODE
Long press Mute Mute

Short press +,Volume up; --, volume down +,Volume up; --, volume down

Long press

Short press Auto search previous or next track Previous/next track

Long press Manual search previous or next track Fast forward / backward

Short press Next preset radio frequency Play the 1st track

Long press Next band Track scanning (play for 10s switch to next track)

1. When the vehicle is driving on bumpy roads, it is normal for the player to fail to read the disc or sound an interrupted tone.

2. Please use copyrighted discs, for failure caused by pirated discs does not enjoy quality guarantee.

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A/C System

Chapter 4 A/C System

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A/C System

A/C System Ventilation

The outside air enters the vehicle through the air inlet at front
of windshield. Please keep the air inlet under windshield free
of snow and leaves, etc. to the normal and effective working
of heating and ventilation.

The indoor contaminated air can be discharged through vent


hole of luggage boot side panel.

Notice:
Do not block up the vent hole when loading luggage.

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Windshield defrosting vent

Floor vent

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In case of hot weather, turning on the A/C and
Air Filter Maximum Airflow press the internal circulation button can lower the
indoor temperature quickly. Also this mode can
The air filter can filter the harmful particles in air Close the central and side vent can make the prevent the outer peculiar smell entering inside.
such as pollen, industrial dust, road dust and etc maximum airflow flow to the foot area or glass of
before air entering into vehicle. windshield.
2. Blower Speed Knob
When passing the automatic car washing machine,
we suggest turning off the air blower to avoid 1. Vehicle Internal Circulation Button
excessive wax on air filter.

The air filter shall be changed in accordance with


driving environment and customer habits.

Airflow Distribution

The airflow and direction can be adjusted by the


Pressing down or pop up the internal air circulation The blower speed knob is used to control speed of
button on A/C control panel and control device on
button can switch between the outside air and the blower. Turn the knob to position 0 can switch
central vent.
internal air circulation. When working in internal off the blower.
circulation mode, the air in vehicle only circulates
Central and Side Vent within vehicle.

Airflow direction regulating


Switch

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3. Temperature control switch Foot blowing: all output airflow flow across 5. A/C Cooling Button
foot area.

Face blowing: all output airflow flow across


face area.

Pressing the “A/C” button can operate the A/C


Face and foot blowing: part of output airflow
cooling system.
flow across foot area and others flow across face
area. The cooling system can work only under below
It is used to control temperature of the air flowing
conditions:
out of vent. Turn the knob leftwards (blue area) to
get cold air; turn the knob rightwards (red area) to Defrosting: The setting is used to let in air  Engine is running.
get warm air. and lead them to flow across the floor duct and
 Environment temperature is over -1°C
front defroster;
4. Air blow mode knob  The blower switch is set in position 1-4.

When cooling system is working, it will reduce the


inside temperature and lower the inside air
humidity, making more comfortable in vehicle and
avoid the windows being covered with water vapor.

To achieve the best cooling effect, please close all


windows during operating of cooling system.

The A/C working mode is selected by rotating the


air blow mode knob.

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Airflow distributing switch: ( )or ( )
6. A/C Operating Mode
Head and foot Temperature control switch: blue

Strongest Cooling This mode is used in transition stage when outside Blower switch: random
temperature is low without sunlight. When
In torrid weather, when the vehicle is exposed Forced Heating
regulating the temperature control switch between
under sun for long, open windows for a short time
cold (blue) and hot (red), the warm airflow will A/C switch: OFF
to let hot air inside the vehicle rapidly flow out.
enter vehicle bottom area and cold or normal
Internal/external circulation operating knob:
A/C switch: ON temperature air will enter the upper room.
( )
internal/external circulation operating knob: A/C switch: ON or OFF
Airflow distributing switch: ( )
( )
Internal/external circulation operating knob :
Temperature control switch: turn it clockwise to
Airflow distributing switch: ( )
( ) bottom.
Temperature control switch: turn it anti-clockwise
Blower switch: top speed
to bottom (blue). Airflow distributing switch: ( )
Blower switch: maximum speed Temperature control switch:

Normal Cooling Between blue (Cold) and red (Hot) Not use “Forced Heating” long so as
to avoid inside air becoming foul and
Normal cooling works in long-distance traveling Blower switch: random
generation of fog on windows. In case fog is
and quick traveling.
Ventilation generated on any window or the window
A/C Switch: ON becomes wet, turn off the internal circulation
The air outside the vehicle will flow in through
switch. “Forced Heating” only applies to quick
Internal/external circulation operating knob: central air vents and side air vents. A/C switch:
heating, and then it should be shifted to
OFF
( ) “Normal Heating” as soon as possible.
Internal/external circulation operating knob:
Airflow distributing switch: ( ) or ( )
( )
Temperature control switch: blue

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Normal Heating Defogging Economical Operation of A/C System


A/C switch: OFF A/C switch: ON (pressed on) and working indicator
light turns on
Internal/external circulation switch: ( )Airflow
Internal/external circulation switch: external In cooling, the A/C compressor will
distributing switch: ( )or ( )
consume engine power and increase fuel
Temperature control switch: red circulation ( )
consumption. To save the energy and save
Blower switch: random
fuel, please turn off A/C if unnecessary.
Airflow distributing knob: ( )
Defrosting
Temperature control switch: in red zone The inside temperature is high if vehicle is parked
A/C switch: OFF or ON
in sunlight for long time, you can open the window
Internal/external circulation switch: ( ) Blower switch: appropriate position
or door for a while to let hot air out. This will help to
Airflow distributing switch: ( )or ( ) improve cooling effect and lower fuel consumption.
1. Using detergent to wash inner surface of
Temperature control switch: red In driving, please do not turn A/C system on if
glass is an effective method to prevent
Blower switch: random generation of fog. Use absorbent cotton or window is open.
soft cloth to dip it and smear at inside of front
and rear windshields (including the window
Turning on A/C can improve defrosting glass at rear view mirror); after air dry, use General Remark
performance. When refrigerating, if it is very soft dry cloth to wipe away the residual fiber
left on the windshield when smearing.
The A/C system will absorb the water in cooled air
humid, do not use( )or( )position, 2. When refrigerating, if it is very humid, do
and there is water condensation in evaporator.
otherwise, temperature difference between not use( )or( )position, otherwise, After stopping vehicle for a while, it is normal if
outside air and windshield may occur, which small area of water is found on ground under
temperature difference between outside air
will generate fog on inner surface of the vehicle.
windshield to affect vision. and windshield may occur, which will
generate fog on inner surface of the
windshield to affect vision.

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The heating effect depends on engine coolant stop the rear windshield defrosting manually less
temperature. After engine is heated, the heating Defrosting of Rear Windshield & than 15±3 minutes, please press the defrosting
system can work normally.
Rear-view Mirror switch again and the corresponding indicating light
To avoid the misting on glass, please set the will go off.
blower at low speed position if driving at low
After the rear windshield defrosting works, the
speed.
exterior rear-view mirror heater is also working.
Please do not blow your body directly by cold wind.
If the defrosting switch is pressed before engine
starting, the defrosting function works; but the
Troubleshooting The rear windshield and rear-view mirror heating
defrosting will stop working after engine starting.
control switch is located on central control panel of
Failure of cooling system instrument panel. Pressing the defrosting heating Precautions of A/C System Operation
switch can eliminate the thin ice or mist on glass.
To extend the service lift of A/C system, please pay
● The environment temperature may be lower than
The rear windshield and rear-view mirror heater attention as following:
-1°C.
can work after turning on ignition switch; the
● The fuse may burn out. heating system is controlled by pressing the
1. When operating the A/C for cooling, please
Check the fuse and replace it if necessary. If the electric heating switch. After the heater is working,
turn off the compressor 2-3 minutes before
failure is not caused by fuse, please turn off the the working indicator on the switch will be lit to
vehicle stopping and let the blower continue
A/C cooling system (turn off “A/C” button) and indicate working status.
working (it’s better to select the external
send your vehicle to Chery authorized service circulation mode, since outside temperature is
station for overhaul. higher and the condensed water on surface of
Once the rear windshield gets clear, condenser core can be dry quickly), to dry up
Low cooling efficiency please turn off the heater to save the power.
the condensed water on surface of condenser
Once the low cooling efficiency or low airflow is core.
found, please turn off the A/C system and ask After the defrosting continues for 15±3 minutes or
technician for overhaul. turn off the ignition switch; the rear windshield 2. When operating the A/C for cooling, in case the
defrosting will be turned off automatically. If you outside air is not clean or smells bad, please
switch to internal circulation mode timely.
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Light Control

Chapter 5 Light Control

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Light Control

Light Control Headlamp Switch


When replacing the bulb, strictly
Please comply with relevant traffic laws when check the installation of each part of lamp to
using the lighting devices as follows. make sure the correction of installation and
good seal! Or else, the serious result that the
When the vehicle is driven in rainy days, the glass water and ash enter the light fittings will
of window will be cooled rapidly and the happen!
temperature around the glass inside the vehicle
will decrease fast, so the vapor contained in air will OFF turn off exterior lamps
be agglomerate to form water. And the water will
adhere to the inner side of window glass to form Position 1 the clearance lamp, instrument
dew. The reason for formation of dew on the inner
The high-pressure water jet mustn’t and switch parts luminous light and license plate
surface of headlamp glass lens is the same. In
be used for washing engine compartment, lamp is turned on.
other words, the amount of water contained in air
especially the lighting fittings. If it is used,
will increase with the rising of temperature and if
due to the high pressure it gets, the Position 2 turn on low beam of headlamp
the temperature decreases, the water will be
accessory on lighting fittings may loose and
agglomerate to form dew, which is called the fog
fall off, and the air hole, wiring harness and Note:
phenomenon.
plug-in part will get wet. As a result, the
The headlamp can work only after turning on
If the mirage appears on light fittings of vehicle, water exists in the lighting fittings or the
ignition switch. When engine is starting up or after
within the 30 minutes after the upper beam lamp vapor doesn’t dissipate, which will create
turning off the ignition switch, the headlamp will go
and lower beam lamp are opened, the mirage huge amounts of dew.
off automatically.
appears on headlamp glass lens begins to
dissipate and disappears after 1 hour, and this is a
normal phenomenon. Or else, there may be water
exists. Please contact the designated service
stations for authentication and repair.
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front fog lamp is switched on only when it is foggy,
Headlamp Dimmer Switch Front and Rear Fog Lamp Switches snowy and rainy or the visibility is seriously limited.

When the rear fog lamp is switched on, the indicator


on the instrument panel will illuminate.

Since the rear fog lamp is highly dazzling, it shall be


turned on only when there is a very low visibility.
When the headlamp switch is turned on, pull the The front and rear fog lamp switches are located
handle away from the steering wheel to cross the on central control panel of instrument panel. Turn Signal Lamp
pressure point, and the headlamp will be changed
When headlamp switch is in position 1, pressing
into high beam. And when the high beam is turned
the front fog lamp switch is to switch on front fog
on, the indicating lamp of high beam in the
lamp firstly, pressing the rear fog lamp switch is to
instrument will also light. Pull the handle towards
switch on the rear fog lamp.
the steering wheel to return the former position,
and the low beam will be back. Note: the rear fog lamp can be switched on only
after switching on the front fog lamp firstly.
Flashing of Headlamp When the front fog lamp is switched on, the The turn signal lamp can work only after the
ignition switch is turned on.

Left turn signal lamp - turn the lever downward


Please observe the traffic laws and Right turn signal lamp - turn the lever upward
regulations when using the fog lamps.
When the turn signal lamp is switched on, the turn
When driving, if you want to flash the headlamp, indicator on instrument panel will illuminate. The signal indicator on the instrument panel flashes at
only pull the handle towards the steering wheel to the same time.
the pressure point, and then loose the handle and
the handle will return automatically. Repeat this
action, the headlamp will flash continuously.

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This knob has four positions including 0, 1, 2 and The right one is interior front ceiling lamp switch,
Way Change Signal Lamp 3. The electric headlamp lights can be controlled the interior front ceiling lamp will light up after
by knob 4 positions. pressing down this switch. (the switch shall be
pressed in place)
Instrument Luminous Regulator The left one is sunroof control switch and used to
control the opening and closing of sunroof.

Push the lever upwards or downwards to pressure


point and hold on, the corresponding way change After leaving the vehicle, please turn
lamp will blink, meanwhile the signal indicator on off the interior front ceiling lamp if not
the instrument panel flashes at the same time. necessary.

Electric Headlamp Regulating Knob


Luggage Boot Lamp
The luminous regulator is located at left lower of
instrument panel and nearby the electric headlamp
regulating knob. The instrument panel luminous
intensity is controlled by this regulator.

Interior Front Ceiling Lamp


Position OFF: the lamp is off.

The electric headlamp regulating knob is located at Position ON: the lamp is always on.
left lower position of instrument panel.
Position DOOR (door controller position): the
luggage boot lamp will be on after opening the rear
door or luggage boot cover; the lamp will keep on
for 8s then go off automatically after door or
luggage boot closing.

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► Press the control switch once; the sunroof will
Sunroof Control Switch close automatically (One-touch Close):
In condition of running vehicle and
Keep pressing the button ② for 0.5s and the open sunroof, it is not allowed to pass one
When vehicle key is turned to position ON, the
sunroof will close automatically! part of head, hand or body through the
sunroof can be lifted, opened and closed by
sunroof; it will cause accident in case of
operating the sunroof control switch. Press the switch button again if needs to stop the
emergency brake.
sunroof during closing process.
■ Sunroof tilting up / down
■ Anti-trap System (A.T.S)
► Sunroof tilting up:
In process of sunroof auto closing, it will return to
full open condition after meeting certain resistance In sunroof full close condition; keep pressing the
and the auto-closing function will be disabled in button ② for 0.5s and the sunroof rear windows
case of continuous three traps. Then keep will tilt up automatically! Press the switch button
pressing the close button to close the sunroof. The again if needs to stop the sunroof during lifting
■ Sunroof opening to closing sunroof auto-open and auto-close function will be process.
recovered after closing it well! The anti-trap
► Press the switch button once, the sunroof will
function can be started only after meeting certain
open automatically (One-touch Open):
resistance! It can avoid head, hand, some part of
Keep pressing the button ① for 0.5s, the sunroof human being or other things passing through the
will fall down to open automatically; press the sunroof during its operating. In spite of this,
switch button again if needs to stop the sunroof nobody is allowed to stretch the head out of the
during its sliding process. sunroof during its opening or closing.

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► Sunroof falling down: Operation of sunroof visor

In sunroof lifting condition, keep pressing the The position of sunroof visor is shown as Fig.1; the
button ① for 0.5s; the sunroof rear window will fall sunroof visor is opened with the sliding of sunroof. 1. Close the sunroof before leaving
down at closing position automatically. Press the If necessary, the sunroof visor can be opened or the vehicle to avoid water leakage in
switch button again if needs to stop it during falling closed by hand when sunroof is fully closed. raining;
down process. 2. Wipe off the water on sunroof after car
(Note: during the sliding of sunroof glass, do
not close the sunroof visor by force) washing or raining; the water onto roof
may flow into vehicle when opening the
sunroof.
1. The sunroof going down and lifting up
can not be enabled at the same time; since the
sunroof can not be lift up during going down; Please contact with Chery authorized service
also can not going down during lifting up; please station on following conditions (the fault caused by
close it firstly before starting lifting up or going initial memory lost of sunroof module):
down;
1) The sunroof cannot be closed fully or opened,
2. Do not keep pressing the button if the sunroof is extended. Shacking occurs in process of opening
fully opened or closed; otherwise it will cause the and closing.
malfunction of sunroof motor and module.
2) The sunroof cannot reach to original position
3. Wash up the dust and other foreign materials in when opening, extending or closing.
sunroof slide and rubber strip regularly with
3) The sunroof cannot be opened or closed by one
water.
short press.
4. It may cause damage to sunroof glass and motor
4) The sunroof module cannot control the
If the sunroof is operated in case of being frozen or
operation of sunroof.
covered with snow.

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opened. The doorsill lamp will light up foot area to


guide driver and will go off automatically after Daytime Lamp
closing the door.

The key hole luminous lamp is installed around the


Note: Following operations may cause the
ignition switch. This lamp will be on once opening
initial memory lost of sunroof module
the left front door to help driver inserting ignition
1. During vehicle maintenance, replace the key. The lamp will go off when key is switched to
battery or disconnect the power when position “ON”.
sunroof is not at initial position.

2. Disconnect module power during sunroof Hazard Warning Lamp Switch Daytime lamp

operation.

3. When sunroof controller can not return to


normal position.

4. Other causes that leads the lost of


module initial memory.
The hazard warning switch is only for use under
emergence; it can warn the following vehicles of a
When engine is running normally, the high beam
failure or a dangerous condition. Pressing this
and fog lamp is turned off and release the hand
Front Doorsill Lamp and Key Hole switch down can turn on or turn off the hazard
brake; then daytime lamp will be on and daytime
warning system. The hazard warning light can still
Luminous Lamp lamp symbol is lit on instrument panel.
work even if ignition switch is turned off.
If the high beam and fog lamp is turned on, the
When left front door is opened, the key hole After the warning light is turned on, the indicator
daytime lamp will be turned off automatically. But
luminous lamp will be on. light on the switch will flash. At the same time, turn
the lamp will not go off if using the turn signal lamp
signal indicator lights on the combination
The front doorsill lamp is installed into two front for short time.
instrument will also light.
door inner trim panel; Regardless if ignition switch
is turned on, the doorsill lamp will be on if door is
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Chapter 6 Operation & Adjustment of Vehicle Devices

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The ignition key shall not stay in this position too
Steering Wheel Lock/Ignition Switch long time to avoid the battery power loss.
Once the engine is started, the key
ON - the ignition circuit is connected. All the shall be loosened immediately.
electric appliance loops can work, and the warning
lamp and indicating lamp light. This is the normal After pulling the key out of ignition switch, the
position of key when the vehicle is being driven steering wheel lock will be activated to lock up the
and the position which shall be chosen when the steering wheel.
vehicle is being trailed.

START - the starting motor is connected to start


The combined steering wheel lock/ignition switch When vehicle is moving, do not
engine.
has key positions as follows: turn the key to position LOCK.
When the locking hole is in this position, the wiper
LOCK - the ignition switch is turned off and
and audio player of high power consumption will
steering wheel is locked.
be cut off to ensure vehicle starting. Adjusting Steering Wheel
In order to make sure that the steering wheel is
If the starting fails, the ignition key shall be turned
locked, after the key is pulled out, turn the steering
to the LOCK position before restarting and then
wheel until hearing the lock meshing sound of
turned to this position. After start, the key will
steering wheel.
automatically go to ON position when releasing the
ACC - steering system is unlocked. The electric key.
accessory circuit is on and the electric appliances
such as audio player, cigar lighter and wiper can
be operated, but the ignition switch and main
electric circuits are all cut off.

If the key can’t or is difficult to be turned to this


position from LOCK, the steering wheel may be
turned around gently and the lock device of
steering wheel will be released.

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In order to drive safely and comfortably, □ Horn The below functions are available only when the
sometimes the extending length and height of ignition switch is on.
Press the button with horn marked on the steering
steering wheel is required to be adjusted. Here,
wheel, the horn sounds immediately. When the
pull the adjustable handle under the protective Single Wiping (MIST)
ignition switch is off, the horn still can be operated.
cover of steering column towards steering wheel,
and now the steering wheel can be moved up and
down to certain position. After the steering wheel is Windshield Wiper and Washer System
adjusted in position, release the adjustable handle
so that the steering wheel can be locked.

It is forbidden to adjust the steering


wheel in driving. Rotate the control lever upwards.

Intermittent Wiping (INT)


Steering Wheel Horn In cold seasons, the wiper blade
shall be check whether it is frozen on the
windshield before being used. If it is, the
wiper blade shall be made melt before being
used. Or else, the wiper motor will be
damaged.
If there are obstacles on the windshield, for
example, snow, the wiper motor will be also
damaged when the wiper is operated. If there
are obstacles on the windshield, for example, Rotate the control lever downwards by one
snow, the wiper motor will be also damaged position.
when the wiper is operated.

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Pull the handle of switch towards the steering the lever to the end is rear windshield washing
Low-speed Wiping (LOW) wheel and hold the position, the washing liquid will status.
spray through the nozzle before the windshield,
and at the same time, the wiper works. The spray Vehicle Interior Rear-view Mirror
immediately stops after the handle is loosened, but
the wiper still scrapes for 3 times.
Knob for avoiding glare

Rotate the control lever downwards by two The time of water spray shall not
exceed 10 seconds for every time, and it
positions.
mustn’t be done when there is no washing
liquid in the fluid reservoir.
High-speed Wiping Daytime driving
Night driving
Rear Windshield Wiper and Rear
When driving at night, pull the adjustable knob
Washing Switch
backwards can adjust the angle of rear-view mirror
in order to reduce the glare.

Rotate the control lever upwards by three Sun Visor


positions.

Water Spray Switch


Rotate the switch lever downwards and hold the
position; the washing fluid will spray from nozzle
behind the windshield; releasing the lever is to stop
spraying water. Rotate the lever upwards by one
position is intermittent wiping; rotate the lever The sun visor can be loosen through the retaining
upwards by two positions is normal wiping; rotate clip and rotated towards side window.

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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the pressed, the left exterior rear-view mirror can be
Sun glasses Box power window can be operated; after the ignition adjusted by pressing the direction buttons.
switch is turned off for 60s, the window regulating
When the “R” button of electric rear-view mirror is
is disabled.
pressed, the right exterior rear-view mirror can be
Every window can be operated by the control adjusted by pressing the direction buttons.
switch of glass regulating which is on the interior
trim panel of each door. Manual Foldable Exterior Rear-view
The window can be opened or closed through
Mirror
pressing or lifting the switch. Methods: manual
Press it can open the box.
rising up or falling down; automatic falling down.

Control Switch on Doors Except the switch of window of the door which is
near the driver, there are still three switches of
Switch on left front door window on the trim panel of the door which is near
the driver.

Electric Exterior Rear-view Mirror


If necessary, for example, in a cabined space, the
exterior rear-view mirror can be pulled inwards by
Right front door hand. If you want it back, the rear-view mirror can
be pulled forth with a certain angle and it will
return automatically.

The switch of electric rear-view mirror is in the left


Left and right rear door lower position of instrument panel. And this switch The view in the outside rear-view
can work only when the ignition switch is turned mirror is smaller and farther than it actually is.
on. Do not overestimate the actual distance.

When the “L” button of electric rear-view mirror is

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Safety Switch of Rear Window Driver Seat Heating Switch Front Passenger Seat Heating Switch

There is still a safety switch button on the trim


panel of left front door. Press the button, the
electric window switches of right front door and two
rear doors are invalid. Then the regulating of
window is only controlled by the switch of left front
door. It is suggest operating it if child is sitting on
rear seat.

This switch is located at right lower of steering This switch is located at right lower of steering
Be careful when closing the window! wheel. wheel.
Please obverse carefully to avoid injury
Pressing the HI button is to heat the seat backrest; Pressing the HI button is to heat the seat backrest;
caused by window crushing.
and the HI yellow working indicator will be on. and the HI yellow working indicator will be on.

Pressing the LO button is to heat the cushion; and Pressing the LO button is to heat the cushion; and
the L0 green working indicator will be on. the L0 green working indicator will be on.

Front Ashtray
The front ashtray is in the armrest you can open it
by opening the cover. If want to empty it, take the
ashtray out.

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The glove box is located at right lower of


Cigar Lighter instrument panel; press the button of glove box Storage Box
can open it.

Left Small Glove Box


The cigar lighter shall not be inserted
in for a long time to avoid danger. If a child
stays in the vehicle alone, it shall be taken
away.

If you want to use the cigar lighter, press it and wait


it springs out automatically.

Glove Box
The storage box is located at central armrest; it
can be opened by pressing its button.

The left small glove box is located at left lower of


instrument panel; press the button of left small Rear Ashtray
glove box can open it.
The rear ashtray is located at armrest back; it can
be opened by pulling the ashtray backwards; the
central armrest rear part can provide one cup
holder for rear passengers.

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1. Electronic compass;
3. If the vehicle driving condition is changed (such
Auto Cruise System Switch 2. Atmospheric pressure gauge;
as brake, shift to gear N or set speed is lower than
3. Altitude gauge.
25Km/h), vehicle will quit the cruise mode
The electronic compass
automatically; if original cruise status is needed,
The electronic compass indicates in 8 directions to
please press the cruise button RESUM (please
show the real-time display of current vehicle head
refer to the electronic cruise control system of
direction; its layout is designed in the way that
chapter 9).
north points up and south points down; west points
4. If needs to quit the automatic cruise system, left and east points right. The display effect shows
press the button F on automatic cruise switch. as following:

Multi-function Display
1. The ignition switch is turned to position ON,
press the cruise button ON, then the cruise
indicating light will light up on instrument panel and
blink, it is pre-cruise condition; When vehicle is
driving in cruise mode, the cruise indicating light Since the geomagnetic field is relatively weak and
will light up constantly without blinking to indicate can be interfered easily; the electronic compass
the system is working. maybe not able to show the correct direction under
Altitude gauge Electronic Atmospheric following conditions:
2. When vehicle speed is over 25Km/h, after
compass gauge pressure gauge
pressing the cruise button SET, you can increase  The vehicle stops immediately after running.
the speed by pressing button ACC or decrease the The direction guide cannot be adjusted when
speed by pressing button DEC; if keep pressing The 09 model multi-function display works on vehicle is stopped.
the button ACC or DEC without releasing, the vehicle interior rear-view mirror; the main functions  When vehicle is running on slope.
speed will be increased or decreased constantly of the multi-function display are as following:
by certain speed value. Set the required speed and
vehicle will run at the set speed (please refer to the
electronic cruise control system of chapter 9)

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 The vehicle location’s geomagnetic field is 3. It is suggested to perform magnetic direction


Altitude gauge
interfered by artificial magnetic field. (E.g. calibration once before vehicle’s delivery from
underground parking, under the tower, factory. The altitude means the vehicle’s location level that
between buildings, roof parking, near the relative to sea level and the altitude value is
Note: do not make calibration by driving in circle in
crossroads, besides the large vehicles and adjustable;
location where the geomagnetic field is interfered
etc.). The altitude measuring range is -200~5000m; the
by artificial magnetic field. (E.g. underground
 Be magnetized (the magnet or metal object is Min. variation range is 50m. it displays -200m if the
parking, under the tower, between buildings, roof
placed onto or near the multi-function display altitude is lower than -200m,; it displays 5000m if
parking, near the crossroads, besides the large
instrument). the altitude is higher than 5000m;
vehicles and etc).
The calibration of electronic compass gauge (1) Altitude
(calibration by driving in circle) Atmospheric pressure gauge Since the altitude value is conversed from
Sometimes the direction guide may show no atmospheric pressure value and can be easily
It shows the atmospheric pressure where the
direction change when changing the vehicle’s affected by factors of airflow, temperature and etc,
vehicle running. The pressure display unit is hPa
direction. To adjust the deviation, stop the vehicle the display value may have deviation; you can
and the measuring range is from 540hPa to
and carry out following procedures: correct the deviation by adjusting the button.
1040hPa, the Min. variation range is 5hPa. The
1. Long press the ADJ adjustment button (≥ 5s)
display effect is shown as following: The display effect is shown as following:
until the 8 red indicators of the Electronic
compass gauge blink simultaneously, the
blinking frequency is 1HZ;
2. Drive the vehicle slowly in anti-clockwise
direction by one cycle and stop the vehicle.

Short press the ADJ adjustment button (≤1s), the The atmospheric pressure gauge shows the
direction display will be recovered in normal mode measured value and is not adjustable.
and the calibration is finished; or after entering the
The showing of pressure value may deviate from
calibration mode and 128s later, the direction will
the actual value since the value depends on the
return to normal mode automatically and the
temperature, humidity and driving conditions.
calibration is finished.

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(2) Relative altitude 2. After the vehicle reached to destination, the Altitude Corresponding Indicating
It shows the relative altitude between two locations display value shows the relative altitude check atmospheric error range
and cannot be adjusted; by pressing the button between two locations. poin (m) pressure (m)
“MOD”, it can be switched between altitude and 3. Under the relative altitude mode, long press
-200 1040 ±100
relative altitude;
The relative altitude measuring range is ±5200m; the button “ MOD” (>5s), the display will
0 1013 ±100
the Min. variation range is 50m. return to altitude mode.
The display effect is shown as following: Normally the error of basic Atmospheric pressure 500 955 ±150
gauge and altitude gauge shall meet the following
specifications: 1000 898 ±150

1500 845 ±150

After confirming the current location as the starting 2000 795 ±150
point, to know the relative altitude between the
destination and current location, you can make 3000 701 ±200
adjustment by following method:
4000 616 ±250
1. Long press the button “ Mod” (>5s), to
5000 540 ±300
enter into relative altitude mode;

Meanwhile press the left button “ ” and right


button “ADJ” over 1s; then the relative altitude is
set as 0m.

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Button function
Reverse Radar
Button Function
The vehicle reverse radar system is combined by three probes and one control module; they work when
vehicle is in reverse gear and show the reversing information on LCD of combined instrument. The
Relative
Altitude detecting system response way includes buzzer and screen response ways. The relationship between
Mode altitude
displayed frequency, displayed distance and actual obstacle distance is as below:
(▲MOD)

Actual distance (cm) <35 35~60 61~90 91~150 >150


(1) Altitude adjustment,
pressing the button ▲ once is Buzzing frequency Long 4Hz 2HZ 1HZ No buzzing
to increase 50m, reversely
pressing the button ▼ is to In operating, please notice the below points:
decrease 50m; (2) Pressing
▲(Up) 1. The detected distance is the shortest distance between obstacle and bumper vertically.
the button ▲▼ at the same
▼(Down)
time is to set relative altitude 2. The maximum detecting distance: for standard obstacle, the furthest detecting length is 150cm.
as “0”. Remark: the button
3. The displayed minimum precision is 5cm; such as if the actual distance is 34cm which displays as
“▲▼” is the co pound
30cm; if the actual distance is 36cm which displays as 35cm; the default distance unit is m.
button, the “MOD” and “ADJ”
share one button. Displayed symbol meaning:
Display
1. The nearest obstacle is at left side, displays as L
switch Switch ON/OFF
(ON/OFF) 2. The nearest obstacle is at right side and displays as R.

3. The nearest obstacle is at left central or right central; displays as C.


Adjustment Select the direction indicator
(ADJ▼) and adjust the mode 4. The LCD displays the nearest distance between any probes to obstacle. Note: for safety, the reversing
speed shall be less than 5km/h.

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The parking radar probe detects the nearest Please note that in the following situations, false
object. It may not detect the bumper of a vehicle detection may occur:
The radar probe may malfunction if
with a high body.
the temperature is below -30℃ or above 80℃. ● When the honk of other vehicles, the engine
The content of this manual may be inconsistent noise of motorcycles and objects that give gas
with the actual condition of the vehicle due to Please note that the radar probe may not give an braking sound approach.
changes in specifications. alarm even if it approaches the following obstacles:
● When the vehicle is driving in jellylike snow or
Please wipe with cloth or wash away (low water ● Wires, ropes, mesh walls and other thin objects rain;
pressure) snow or mud stuck to the surface of the
● Low objects such as stones ● Based on their shapes, objects that are hard to
reversing radar probe.
reflect ultrasonic wave (refer to the following
● Soft snow, cotton, sponge and other objects that
figure).
absorb ultrasonic wave easily.

High pressure water such as water ● When water drops are splashed and frozen on
Colum
gun or big external forces may cause the the surface of the radar probe Thin tree
radar probe to fail. So do not press or knock Corrugated
● When the reversing radar probe is stuck and paper Bicycle tyre Angle
the surface of the radar probe. material
covered with snow or mud. Foot stone

If approaching the obstacle and finds no warning,


during reversing, please check: For obstacles outside the detection range,
the radar probe does not give an alarm. For several
● If the surface of the radar probe is stuck with
obstacles, the reversing radar probe gives an alarm
snow or mud.
only for the nearest one. In addition, please note that
● If the surface of the radar probe is frozen. when the vehicle is moving, the reversing radar
probe on the other side of the vehicle my approach
● If the vehicle has been parked for a long
other obstacles.
time in hot or cold weather.

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Chapter 7 Door Lock & Anti-theft

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Door lock and Normal Anti-theft Remote Press down the key pop-up button, and the key will When all doors are closed, press down the lock
Controller eject out from the remote controller inside. When button on the driver‘s door trim panel, and all the
you use the remote controller to lock the door after doors will be locked simultaneously; press down
The key to this vehicle can operate all the locks of
all the doors are closed, if the windows do not rise, the unlock button on the driver’s door trim panel,
your vehicle. If it is lost, you can ask for a new one
press the lock button on the remote controller for and all the doors will be unlocked simultaneously.
from Chery authorized service station. You would
over 3 seconds so as to not only lock the doors but
better put your second key at a safe place for During unlocking, the safety pull rod handles of all
also raise the windows; the key can be folded after
emergency use. the doors will move backwards; while during
usage for the convenience of carrying.
locking, the safety pull rod handles of all the doors
Remote Controller will move forwards. You can also lock the door by
Central Control Door Lock System pressing down the safety switch.

In order to avoid outside force


intruding into the vehicle during driving, you
should drive the vehicle with all the doors
All the doors of this vehicle can be operated by
totally locked.
Key pop-up key, remote controller and the control switch on the
button driver & front passenger side door trim panel.

You can lock or unlock all the doors by key outside


the driver-side door.

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The figure shows the position of child safety


Door Lock door enable position. Pulling the child safety
door lock forwards is to enable the function
The front door can be locked or unlocked by key of child safety door lock. In hot weather, the temperature
inside the vehicle will rise quickly after the
from the outside. In the vehicle, you can unlock the engine is shut down. If there is person or
door by door handle. animal staying in the high temperature at
such time, even for a very short time, they
If you need to lock the rear door, you can press may be hurt or even killed (including brain
down the safety switch when leaving the vehicle, death) by the high temperature inside the
vehicle, which is more dangerous for infants.
and then close the door.
Therefore, check the inside of vehicle before
locking, and do not leave infants or the
animal in the vehicle.

If vehicle speed reaches 40Km/h, Child Safety Lock


the door will be locked automatically; in
Releasing Rod of Fuel Filler Cap
door lock status, the speed sensing lock
only can be disabled manually except
The fuel filler cap releasing rod is located at left of
engine stops and speed sensing lock is
If child safety lock is in close driver seat and besides left front doorsill; the fuel
not working.
position, but the inside opening handle filler cap can be opened by pulling up the releasing
cannot work (feels inside opening handle rod.
is clipped, unable to work), please do not
Child Safety Lock of Rear Door operate the inside opening handle by
force, otherwise the inside opening
The child safety lock switch of rear door can be system will be damaged.
enabled by pushing it forwards. At this time, the
rear door can be only opened from the outside of
the vehicle. The child safety lock function can be
cancelled by pushing backwards the child safety As shown in the figure, the screwed off fuel tank
lock switch. cap can be hanged onto fuel filler cap.
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3. Lift the engine hood and it will be supported by
Opening Engine Hood two air shock absorbers. Wireless Remote Control System with

4. When closing the engine hood, first lower the Anti-theft Function
engine hood to the height of 20-30cm above hood
lock, and then let it fall into the pawl.

5. After closing the engine hood, do try to lift the


Lock button
hood to ensure whether the engine hood lock is
locked totally or not.
Unlock button

1. The engine hood opening lever is located at the The engine hood must be completely
lower left of the instrument panel. If you pull the closed during driving. If you find that the
lever backward and downward, the engine hood engine hood is not closed firmly, you must
lock will be opened. stop driving at once and close the engine The maximum range of action of the remote
hood. controller is about 10m. If the distance between the
2. Walk to the vehicle front, reach your hand under remote controller and vehicle is over 6m, the
the front end of engine hood, and then you can remote controller may not work normally.
touch the engine hood lever. Push the lever
leftward, and pull up the engine hood at the same
time.
If the frequency of the remote
controller is interfered, it may not unlock the
vehicle. Then you can directly lock or unlock
it by key. Other wireless short-distance
emitters may also use the emissive
frequency of remote controller (like
amateurish radio, medical device, wireless
headset, remote controller, and alarm
system) to interfere the remote controller.

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Locking and Unlocking of the Door Replacing the Battery of Remote

Controller
Press locking button on the remote controller
once, and all the doors will be locked; at the same
time, the safety LED will show the system is in alert If the range of action of remote controller is
condition, which means the anti-theft function is gradually decreased, you should replace the
enabled.
battery. (The battery model shall be specified by
Press this unlocking button once, and all the Chery.)
doors will be unlocked; which means the anti-theft
system is disabled. Follow the following steps:

1. Use plain end tools to open the remote controller


Anti-theft Alarm System unit from the side clip.

The system function is to prevent unauthorized 2. Carefully pry out the battery and then insert the
person opening door or luggage boot; when new battery into the two connection points with the
anti-theft system is enabled, the door turn signal mark (+) facing upwards.
lamps will blink and alarm will sound up. 3. Assemble the remote controller unit in reverse
order of disassembling.
Alarm

If the anti-theft system is not disabled, someone try The used lithium cell cannot be dealt
to open the doors, luggage boot or attempt to start with as general household rubbish. Please
engine or remove the radio; the alarm will be send it to the qualified waste disposal station.
enabled again..

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Chapter 8 Seat & Safety Protection

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● Don’t put the seat too close to the instrument Adjusting the Seat Forward and
Seat panel. The arms should be slightly bent to control Backward
the steering wheel during driving. Feet should also
As shown in the figure, by pulling up the adjusting
be slightly bent in order to fully step on the pedal to rod on the front outer edge of the seat, you can
the floor. slide the seat forward and backward. When the
seat is adjusted to the right position, release the
● The shoulder seat belt of seat should cling to and adjusting rod, and shake the seat forward and
diagonally pass against the breast via the centre of backward to ensure whether the seat is locked on
the track.
the outside shoulder, but never via the neck. The
waist seat belt should cling to and pass against the
hip but not the stomach.

It is forbidden to adjust seat during


driving.
Correct Sitting Position

The seat, headrest, seat belt and safety airbag can


Adjustment of Front Passenger Seat
help to protect passengers. Fully using these
articles can help you get more protections.
Therefore, please obey the following points: Seat height adjusting

● Sit upright, try to lean back the lower part of your


You can adjust the seat height by your body
back as possible as you can. The leaning angle of
height, body shape and driving habit to get the best
seat back should not exceed 25 degrees.
driving sight and comfort level.
● Adjust the headrest properly to make the top of Adjusting forwards or Adjusting forwards
the headrest level with that of your head. backward or backward

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Adjust the Seat Leaning Angle If the vehicle is crashed by the vehicle behind
during driving, the headrest can limit the
Please first lean your back against the seat back, The driver seat adjusting handle shall movement of your head and thus protect your
pull the adjusting handle (as shown by upper cervical vertebra. However only when the headrest
not be operated by other passengers during
figure) and then adjust the seat back to the right is adjusted to the right position, it can perform
angle you want by changing the leaning angle of driving; the movement of driver seat may protection function.
your body; then releasing the adjusting handle, cause vehicle out of control and result in
shake the seat back rest forward and backward to accident.
confirm if the seat back rest is locked up. Adjusting Method of Headrest

Adjust the Driver Seat Headrest Hold the both ends of headrest by hands and then
pull up or press down the headrest
Move the seat forward and backward; the adjusting If the vehicle is crashed by the vehicle behind The best height of headrest is keeping level with
method of seat back leaning angle is the same as during driving, the headrest can limit the the top of your head.
the other seats. movement of your head and thus protect your
cervical vertebra. However only when the headrest
Assembly and Removal Method of
is adjusted to the right position, it can perform
Adjusting the seat during driving may protection function. Headrest
cause the vehicle out of control and result in
an accident. For your safety, please adjust the Spring clip When removing the headrest, it is needed to press
seat after you stop the vehicle.
headrest spring clip outer of guide part by hand,
then pull the headrest out of the guide part; when
mounting the headrest, firstly you should separate
the front and rear seat headrest (the front seat
headrest is arc-shaped and the rear seat headrest
is L-shaped with straight lower feet rod), then push
the headrest feet into the guide part until the spring
clip on the guide part is meshed correctly.

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Open the luggage boot, pull up the pull ring of rear
Rear Headrest seat back; push the seat back by hand to fold the
rear seat. The luggage and other loaded
The adjusting, removal and assembling method of articles should be put in the front part of
rear headrest is the same as front headrest. luggage boot as possible as you can. Driving
Carrying Luggage with the rear doors open is very dangerous,
as excessive exhaust gas may go into the
vehicle from the open luggage boot.
Headrest adjusting:
The headrest can’t be removed or adjusted
too low during driving so as to avoid the neck
damage during the crash for the head is lack If your articles need to be placed in
of support. The headrest shall be adjusted to the vehicle, please fix them to avoid moving.
the right position.

Rear Seat

Seat back
pull rod

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Seat Belt Alarm Lamp of Seat Belt Unfastened


If the seat belt still can’t be pulled out,
please pull and then loose it by force quickly,
The seat belt or safety seat for children must be
and the seat belt can be pulled out smoothly.
used at any moment. The seat belt should not be
shared by multiple persons. Ensure that the seat
belt is done up well without looseness, distortion or
Central Two-point Rear Seat Belt
obstacle.
The alarm lamp should be lighted when the ignition
switch is turned on. Keep it on to remind the
Both the driver and passenger in the passengers to fasten the seat belts.
front seats should fasten the seat belt well
during the driving. Fastening Seat Belt

Pull out the seat belt smoothly. It may be locked if


Don’t wear loose and thick clothes. To overexerted or the vehicle is on the slope. The seat
achieve best protection, the seat belt should belt should be placed at the centre of outer
cling to the body. shoulder, and the belt part should cling to the belly The length of this seat belt cannot be adjusted
but not the stomach. automatically. When using it, insert the clapper into
After vehicle is moving, do not let child sit on the the buckle clamp until hearing a click, and then
knees; the child safety will be in danger in adjust its length manually so that the seat belt
accident. Insert the clapper into the buckle clamp clings to the hip.
until a click is heard, or the seat belt is not
locked correctly. Do not over tilt the front seat; the seat belt can
provide maximum protection when seat is almost
To loosen the seat belt, press down the red button upright.
on the seat belt buckle and let the seat belt draw
back smoothly.

You shall ensure that each seat belt is equipped


with correct belt buckle.
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Central Three-point Rear Seat Belt

the regulator to confirm if it is locked up. Cleaning Seat Belt

Maintenance of Seat Belt


Check of Seat Belt

Firstly fix up the seat belt; then insert the waist belt
Clean the seat belt with interior detergent or clean
clapper into the buckle clamp until a click is heard,; warm water and make it dry naturally rather than
then adjust the seat belt and waist belt in correct by any manual heating manner.
position.

Adjusting of Front Seat Belt Height


It is forbidden to use chemical
cleaning agents, boiling water, bleach or dye.
Regularly check the seat belt for damage or
It is not allowed to let water leak into seat belt
abrasion. The stretched seat belt (for example,
retractor mechanism.
after a traffic accident) should be replaced and the
relevant parts should be checked by Chery
Airbag
authorized service station.
It is forbidden to let seat belt go across neck. To Jointly using the airbag and seat belt will help to
adjust the seat belt height, please press the reduce the danger of severe injury during heavy
lock-up button on height regulator (as shown by collision.
Don’t try to repair or lubricate the retractor or
upper figure) and move the belt upwards and belt buckle mechanism of safety belt, or change the
downwards to let seat belt go across the shoulder seat belt in any way, or else Chery Company will not
center; then release the lock-up button and shake be responsible for the problem caused thereby.

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Front Airbag This is an ideal driving gesture, which helps to


reduce the danger of injury to the driver when the
The airbag will make a tremendous airbag is opened.
noise when inflated, and harmless smog-like
powder will be left. Those are normal Very dangerous! It is forbidden to use
phenomena. rear-direction child seat at the seat with front
airbag.

Severe front collision (front collision or collision


within left or right 30° range) will lead to the
explosion of front airbag. Within one thousandth
Front passengers can get the best second after the collision, the airbag will inflate.
protection only by sitting uprights as shown When touching the body of driver, it will deflate to
in the right figure above. buffer the forward movement of passengers. Slight
collision, rear or side collision will not lead to the
explosion of airbag.
Please wear the seatbelt any time Both the seat and the backrest should be located Note: the severe vehicle bottom collision may
and keep proper distance with steering wheel.
correctly so as to assist the airbag in achieving the cause the explosion of airbag, such as: knock the
By using seat belt, it can ensure the best
best protection. Sit straight and try to keep the edge of road side, pavement or hard obstacles
protection performance for body.
lower part of back clinging to the backrest. The surface, drop or leap the deep hole or wheel falls
backrest should not incline backward over 30 off.
degrees. Don’t keep the front seat too close to the
instrument panel. Hold the steering wheel with
arms bent slightly during driving.
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The manufacturer of airbag of this vehicle


suggests that the airbag be replaced after 10
Keep the front area of airbag clear at years’ use as the inflation efficiency and the Don’t hold children on the knee during
any time, and don’t place anything above or in function of airbag will have been weakened by that traveling.
time. If you’re not clear about the service life of
it. airbag, Chery authorized service station will be
willing to search for relevant information for you. It is suggested that children who are under the age
of 12 or shorter than 150cm use the special safety
The airbag system can only be disposed by Chery seat for children (e.g. baby seat, safety seat for
authorized service station children or heightened cushion, etc.) and be fixed
The steering wheel, steering column firmly. The safety seat for children should be
and airbag system can be repaired only by applicable and has the approval of government.
the trained technician of Chery authorized Safety Seat for Children
Jointly using this kind of safety seat and seat belt
service station, as the accidental explosion of can help to offer the maximum safety.
airbag may lead to injury.
The baby with a weight less than 10kg or under the
Very dangerous! It is forbidden to use age of 1 should be placed on the baby bed of back
Airbag Alarm Lamp rear-direction child seat at the seat with front seat, and kept lying low with proper binding or
airbag. fixing. The best protection method for the children
is using backward baby safety seat at the back
Make sure to read this owner’s manual carefully seat.
and follow the instruction of manufacturer when
installing the safety seat for children.
When the ignition switch is turned to the position of
“ON”, if the indicator lamp on the instrument panel
keeps lighted for about 6 seconds and then goes
out, it indicates that the system works.

If the indicator lamp fails to be lighted, or keeps


lighted intermittently or continuously, it indicates
the system has malfunction. For safety purpose,
please send the vehicle to Chery authorized
service station for check.

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• Children under the age of 4 or with a weight


between 10 and 18kg must be seated in the safety
seat for children at the back seat of vehicle.

Direction of driving
Direction of driving

Direction of driving

• Children who are 4~12 years old or whose weight


The riding limit of one safety seat is
is 18~30kg should be seated on the back seat one child. According to the stipulation of the
mounted with higher cushion. For the adjustable road traffic safety law, children are prohibited
auxiliary seat belt fixed on the higher cushion seat, to be seated on the front seat and should use
Direction of driving proper safety seat.
make sure the diagonal seat belt passes against
the shoulder properly. The heightened seat can
assure that the seat belt of adult seat passes
against the center of shoulder but not the neck,
and the seat belt of waist clings to the hip but not
the stomach.

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Chapter 9 Driving

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Starting Safety Precautions


Don’t start the vehicle in the
enclosed garage or other closed areas, for The idle speed of engine is controlled by electronic
Preparation Work before Starting
the exhaust gas is noxious. Do open the control system. The high idle speed as the engine
garage gate before starting the vehicle, starting makes for the temperature rise of engine.
The engine starting is controlled by the electronic
please refer to section “Cautions of Exhaust After the temperature rise, the idle speed should
control system of engine.
Gas” in this chapter for details. be reduced automatically. If the idle speed can’t be
As staring the electric injection engine, don’t step reduced automatically, the vehicle should be sent
on the accelerator pedal before or during starting. to Chery authorized service station for overhaul.
The accelerator pedal can be stepped only when Don’t let the engine operate for more than 10
the starting is difficult. Please refer to section “The Don’t park, idle running or driving the minutes at the speed higher than the specified idle
Start of Engine” for details. vehicle on the ground with dry grass or other speed.
dry coverings. The emission system will
increase the temperature of engine Precautions before Starting
compartment and exhaust pipe, it may set
Long-time running of engine at high 1. Make sure the seat belts of all the passengers
speed will cause excessively high them fire.
are fastened. Refer to the chapter “Seat and
temperature of the engine and exhaust Safety Protection Device” for the details of the
system, which will possibly result in fire and seat belt and its correct usage.
other damages. If smelling the smoking in vehicle, 2. Make sure the power supplies of headlamp
please stop driving and ask for inspection by and other electric accessories are cut off.
Chery authorized service station.
3. Make sure the hand brake is applied.
4. As for AT model, the gear shift lever shall be in
position of P (parking).

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While turning on the ignition key, make sure 4. For AT model vehicle, after the engine is started,
Driving whether the instrument panel alarm lamp is on, if keep it operate at idle speed for several seconds,
not, it is necessary to deliver the vehicle to Chery then step on brake pedal and release the hand
The engine can be started only when AT gearshift
authorized service station for overhaul. brake, shift to the driving gear to complete the
lever is set in position N or P.
preparation for driving.
If the seat belt of driver has been fastened before
Your vehicle is equipped with gearshift lever
turning on the ignition key, the seat belt alarm lamp
lock-up device; this device can work effect when
will not light.
gearshift lever is set in position P. Before gear shifting, please pull up the
Start the engine, step on foot brake pedal and hand brake or step on brake pedal; otherwise
Start of Engine
press the lock-up button; and then gearshift lever vehicle may move in gear shifting and cause
can be moved. damage.
1. Turn the ignition switch to “START”, don’t step
5. For MT model vehicle, please confirm if on the accelerator pedal, and release it at once
gearshift lever is in neutral gear position. after the engine is started, then the key goes back 5. For MT model vehicle, after the engine is
to the position “ON”. started, keep it operate at idle speed for several
6. Turn the ignition switch to position ON, not to
seconds, then step on the clutch pedal, shift to the
position START. 2. If the engine temperature is higher than 121 ℃
driving gear, and release the hand brake to
and the engine can’t be started within 5 seconds,
If it is hard to turn the key, you can rotate the complete the preparation for driving.
try to start again after turning the key to the
steering wheel left and right for several times until
position “OFF” and keeping the state for 10
the key can be turned easily. Reasons causing this Cautions of Exhaust Gas
seconds.
situation are listed as follows:
3. If it can’t be started for the second time, please
● Deflection of the front wheel. Although the vehicle exhaust gas has low toxicity,
step on accelerator pedal to the end and turn the
it contains carbon monoxide which should be
● The front wheel touches curb. key to position “START”. After the engine is
bewared of.
started, release the key, and release the
● The steering wheel has been rotated as
accelerator pedal gradually along with the engine
getting on or off the vehicle.
speed increase.

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Pay Attention to Ventilation Adaptive Function of the Engine Control


If there is a peculiar smell of exhaust
gas inside the vehicle, please go to Chery System
To avoid the CO poisoning caused by increased
authorized service station for overhaul, don’t
CO in vehicle, when vehicle is stopped with
continue driving, because the exhaust gas is If the battery wires were once removed from the
someone in vehicle, please open the window by
noxious and may be life-threatening. battery, there may be some abnormal phenomena
over 2.5cm, especially during the vehicle is running
in idle speed or the air conditioner is turned on for at the very beginning of the traveling after
Please check the vehicle exhaust system long time. reconnection. This is because the engine control
and the body ventilation system in case of system is relearning to adapt to the engine, which
the following conditions. is normal.

● When lifting the vehicle for overhaul.


Limitation of Engine Speed
● When the sound of exhaust system changes.

● When the vehicle is damaged in collision. The engine speed is limited by electronic device
(ECU) to protect the engine.

Stop Engine
Some components of the exhaust
gas and some chemicals contained in or
emitted by certain parts may cause cancer,
birth defect or damage of genital system.
Please often remove the blocks of
snow, leaves and other foreign materials at
vent, in order to improve the ventilation effect
Release the accelerator pedal. Wait for the engine
of vehicle.
to reduce to the idle speed, and then turn off the
ignition switch.

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Dual-Circuit Brake System


Don’t step on the accelerator pedal The brake fluid shall be added
before stopping the engine. immediately to the Max level and the vehicle
Your vehicle is equipped with X-type dual-circuit
shall be sent to Chery authorized service
system. If one of the circuits does not work, the
For parking after long-time traveling at high speed, station to check the brake system.
other can still operate well.
don’t stop the engine immediately; let the engine
operate for another 2 minutes at the speed higher
than idle speed, in order to make the temperature
Introduction to Brake System
decrease gradually. When one of the circuits does not
It is normal that the brake system makes a noise
work, it is necessary to step on the brake sometimes. But if it has made noises of metal
pedal with great force, and the stopping grinding or screeches for a long time, it indicates
distance becomes longer. If this situation the brake lining may be seriously worn and needs
to be replaced. Here the vehicle shall be sent to
After the ignition switch is turned off occurs, please send the vehicle to Chery
Chery authorized service station for overhaul.
to stop the engine, if the engine temperature authorized service station for overhaul before
is still high, the electronic cooling fan of If there is continuous jitter or vibration passing to
your travel.
the steering wheel when braking, the vehicle shall
radiator will continue to operate about 10
be sent to Chery authorized service station for
minutes. Even though the cooling fan stops overhaul.
operation, it may operate again because of
Brake Fluid The new friction lining of brake has to be run in to
the high temperature. Therefore, you have to
get the best braking effect. The braking effect may
be cautious when working beside the engine.
If the brake system warning light is not off after reduce a little in the first 200km, in this situation;
releasing the hand brake, it means the brake fluid only stepping on the pedal with a greater force can
level is low or other failures. retrieve the braking efficiency. This point is also
Brake
applicable for the newly-replaced brake lining.
Please check the level of brake fluid according to
requirement and check the failures.

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The wearing conditions of the brake friction lining Note:


mostly depends on the working condition and Brake Failure
driving manner. For the vehicles mainly used on If the front spoiler is mounted optionally on the
the city road, the working conditions of the brake vehicle, it is necessary to ensure the air to the front
friction lining is very rigorous for frequent starting If brake failure occurs in vehicle running, please
and shutdown, therefore, please be sure to check brake is unobstructed, or else the brake system use parking brake for emergency stop, but the
the thickness of brake friction lining or change it at may be too hot for poor radiation vehicle stop distance will be longer than normal
Chery authorized service station according to the brake.
service mileage specified by maintenance rules.
Brake Booster
When driving downhill, it is necessary to shift to
lower gear position and take full advantage of the During vehicle’s normal running, the
engine braking to avoid operating brake Note:
applying of hand brake will cause vehicle’s
continuously. Otherwise the longer braking
distance will occur due to overheating of brake or The brake booster is controlled by engine vacuum. instant out of control; if it is necessary to stop
even cause temporary brake failure. It works only when the engine operates. Therefore, the vehicle by hand brake, please apply the
don’t stop the engine to let vehicle sliding as going force slowly to avoid rear wheel lock and you
The moister brake disc will cause vehicle cannot
downhill. shall be on high alert in the process.
slow down properly or deviation in braking;
stepping down the brake pedal slightly can test the If the brake booster cannot work because the
influence to brake. After vehicle going through vehicle is drawn or it breaks down, it is necessary
deep water, the brake pedal shall be stepped on to step on the brake pedal with great force to
lightly to test the if the brake is affected; to dry up restore the assisting efficiency of the booster.
the brake, please keep the safe driving speed and
step on brake pedal slightly until the brake function Note:
is recovered. Each pedal can be stepped to the end and return
back to the original position completely, and should
move freely.

Therefore, the floor around cannot be covered by


foot mat or other coverings. If it surely is
necessary, it shall be assured that the foot mat not
hamper the movement of pedal and not slide.
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Do not release the brake pedal at the moment.


Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Notice: the tyre size and tyre pattern are vital
For example, in the sand or snow field, the
The anti-lock brake system can avoid the wheel to the ABS normal performance, please brake distance of the vehicle with ABS is much
lock and even let the vehicle maintain the steering ensure to change the tyre with the one of the longer than that of the vehicle without ABS. In the
performance in case of emergency braking so as same size, load range and structure. Use
same way, the use of ABS can’t avoid the dangers
to help you to avoid obstructions.
the tyre of any different size will affect the caused by short distance to the front vehicle,
This ABS of this vehicle is integrated with operation of ABS seriously. traveling in water, too fast steering or poor road
electric brake force distribution that makes condition; it can’t avoid the accidents caused by
ABS performance more advanced. Make Use of ABS Brake mistake as well as the incorrect driving. Please be
cautious of driving and reduce the speed as turning.
Actions of ABS Step on the brake pedal with all effort continuously
in emergency, and the antilock brake system will
be started immediately so that you are still able to
control the steering. If the space is enough, you ABS Self-check
can even avoid obstructions.

It is suggested that you should have acquaintance After the vehicle starting up, the ABS will carry out
with the brake skills; however, you should avoid self-check. In the process, you can hear the noise
of machine, it is normal.
The anti-lock brake system will not work any unnecessary risk.
during normal service braking; it only works
when wheels are going to lock. If the brake
ABS can ensure best braking efficiency, During driving, if it is found the ABS warning
pedal pulsates with noise during braking, it lamp is on, it indicates there is malfunction in the
but the parking distance will be greatly different
indicates the ABS is working. The pulsation circuit of ABS system, please stop the vehicle and
based on the road conditions. ABS can’t ensure
and noise are normal. contact with Chery authorized service station.
that the brake distance can be shortened under all
road conditions.

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If you want to release the hand brake, you can pull


Important Hand Brake the hand brake handle upward a little, press the
principle to use release button on the top of handle and then push
ABS brake it downwards.

The manual brake works on the rear wheels.


Stepping on the brake pedal while pulling the
manual brake upwards can make the hand brake
1. Step on the brake pulled easily.
pedal with all efforts
and keep the state. Steering

In order to avoid damaging the power steering


The hand brake handle should be pulled upward
system:
tightly to avoid the vehicle sliding.
口 When the engine operating, it is forbidden to
let the steering wheel stay at any limit point
2. Rotate the steering Please pull up the hand brake (turn to the left or right dead center) for over
handle when stops or leaves the vehicle, do several seconds.
wheel to avoid the
obstructions. No not operate gearshift lever instead of 口 When the power steering fluid in the power
applying hand brake; do not let others steering fluid reservoir is below the MIN mark,
matter how sever the
impacting the hand brake; if the hand brake is the power steering fluid shall be added
brake is, you can immediately. Before filling, driving vehicle is
control the steering. released by accident, the vehicle will slide on forbidden.
the slope and cause serious accident.
If the power steering system breaks down or the
In the condition that the ignition switch is on, pull engine is shut off, the vehicle will lose the
the hand brake handle, and the parking braking power-assisted steering. You still can rotate the
indicator lamp will light. If you want to use the hand steering wheel but with more force.
brake, pull the hand brake handle upward.

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If the vehicle is off tracking or swaying during ● Flapping method (that is the operation method
traveling, please check the following items: Gear Shifting of pushing followed by releasing) is forbidden
as shifting. The shift gear shall be pressed
 Whether the pressures of tyres are the same;
Application/operation methods and precautions: with hand all the time, which can reduce the
 Whether the abrasion of tyres is uniform;
wearing time of the lock ring of synchronizer
● Step on the clutch pedal completely when
 Whether the suspension components are and reduce the abrasion.
loosening or wearing; shifting, move the gearshift lever to required
position with slight force. Make the ● After gear shifting, don’t put your hand on the
 Whether the steering components is loosening
transmission disconnected with engine torque shift lever, or else it will cause too early
or wearing;
and then operate the shift lever. To avoid the abrasion of shift fork.
● Whether the wheel alignment is correct. noise during shifting the reverse gear, wait for
● If there are abnormal phenomena of
● On the steep downhill road, to achieve better 3 seconds after stepping down the clutch
transmission in use such as abnormal sound
brake effects, please select manual gearshift pedal completely when vehicle is stopped,
and obviously difficult operation, stop the
mode and choose lowest gear position before meanwhile the operation will make reverse
vehicle at once to check and continue to drive
going downhill. gear shifting smoother.
after troubleshooting.
● The low gear shall be applied as going
● Don’t put your foot on the clutch pedal as
MT Operation downhill or turning, and it is forbidden to make
traveling, or else it will cause too early
the vehicle slide with applying clutch.
abrasion of transmission.
The manual transmission has five forward gears
● When the transmission is shifting up, don’t
and one reverse gear. ● Only when vehicle is stopped, the reverse
skip over gears, or else it will affect the service
gear can be applied. When engine is running,
Layout of gear positions: life of the synchronizer.
step down the clutch pedal and wait for
● In condition of idle gear and engine stopping, several seconds before shifting to avoid noise
it is forbidden to use synchronizer for gearshift from transmission; once shifting into reverse
and start engine by force, or else it will affect gear, the back-up light will be on.
the service life of synchronizer.

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R = reverse gear
2. The vehicle moving forwards or backwards can
N = neutral gear
be selected by driver; if going to shift 1st or 2nd
A\M = selection of automatic, manual control
When driving forwards, it is forbidden gear, please step down the brake pedal and shift
E = select the economic or normal mode
to shift to reverse gear position, otherwise the the gearshift lever to “TIP” position or “+” position,
+ = up-shifting
transmission will be damaged which is not release the brake pedal and step down accelerator
— = downshifting
covered by warranty of Chery. pedal, vehicle can move forward.
1. After starting vehicle, vehicle speed is 0km/h,
3. Switch the manual mode to automatic mode: by
the transmission is in neutral gear; the gearshift
shifting the gearshift lever to automatic or manual
Engine Operation for Vehicle Equipped lever is placed in neutral position or TIP position.
mode direction; the instrument tachometer display
(As shown in following figure: Fig.1: Neutral gear
will show “AUTO”; repeat the operation will active
With AMT position; Fig.2: TIP position)
the manual mode.

Before starting engine, please shift to gear N, 1st 4. In manual gear shifting mode: push the gearshift
gear or 2nd gear; when shifting to gear position N, lever towards “+” for up-shifting to higher gear;
you can start engine without stepping brake pedal; push the gearshift lever towards “-” for
when shifting to 1st gear or 2nd gear, you cannot downshifting to lower gear. In manual mode, the
start engine without stepping brake pedal. up-shifting can be performed at any vehicle speed;
but downshifting only can be performed within
allowed vehicle speed.
Operation of AMT
Note: the operation and function of button “E” on
gearshift panel:

In automatic mode, the pressing of the button will


enable engine running at economic mode and
Fig.1 Fig.2
speed odometer will show “ECO”.

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pedal, vehicle cannot move even if shifted in gear


Fuel consumption will be lowered in this mode;
position.
pressing the button again will enable engine
running at normal mode, the vehicle power
performance of this mode will be stronger than Display of Gear Position
economic mode. The 2nd gear is shown as the
figure. After turning on ignition switch, the gearshift lever Auto Mode
position is shown on LCD display in middle of
instrument panel. Under the auto gearshift mode, the current gear
position will be displayed on the screen in digital
The gear positions are shown as following figure:
form, while the instrument tachometer display
Position R: shows "AUTO" on the upper left side.

The 2nd gear is show as the figure:


When stepping the brake pedal in
emergency, whether in manual or automatic
mode, the downshifting can be performed
Position N:
automatically without manual operation.

Vehicle starting up with AMT

Transmission
Manual Mode:
After starting engine, please step down the brake
pedal before shifting gears; on the ground with low In manual gearshift mode, the selected gear
adhesion, you can shift to the 2nd gear at most for position will be shown in digital form in display.
starting up vehicle; after shifting the gear, please The 2nd gear is show as the figure:
release the brake pedal and step accelerator pedal
before starting driving. Without stepping the brake
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Operation of AT P=Parking gear

For F4A4 AT model, in this position, the


The automatic transmission of the vehicle is one Limit button
transmission output shaft is locked and the driving
manual & automatic integrated 4-gear automatic
Unlock button wheel cannot move; if the gear position “P” is not
transmission.
cover selected, you can hear the warning sound when
Snow road
1. F4A4 model AT gear select and shift opening the door before your leaving.
mode switch
mechanism
For QR425AHA AT model, in this position, the
transmission output shaft is locked and the driving
wheel cannot move; if the gear position “P” is not
Gearshift Lever Position selected, the key cannot be pulled out from ignition
lock.
P=Park gear
R=Reverse
This position can be selected only when
N=Neutral
full stop of vehicle.
D=Driving
Only after ignition key is turned to position ON and
MT Mode stepping brake pedal, the gear shift lever can be
moved away from parking gear.
+ = Up shifting
-= Downshifting Shift Lock

2. QR425AHA model AT gear select and shift


If needs to move gearshift lever without stepping
mechanism:
brake pedal (ignition switch in position ON), please
press button of SHIFT LOCK.

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Gear P Unlock Button Cover D = driving gear Position P

For AT model QR425AHA, turn off ignition switch It is the normal position of gearshift lever in driving.
and set gearshift lever in position P; then pry out
this cover and press the inside gear P unlock Manual Gear shifting Mode
button by tool (such as screwdriver), then you can
move gearshift lever without stepping brake pedal. Only after gearshift lever is set in position D can Position R
switch into manual gear shifting mode.
R =reverse gear Push the gearshift lever rightwards in position to
switch into manual gear shifting mode.
Please select this gear position when reversing.
Under manual gear shifting mode, if push the
gearshift lever towards +, transmission will select Position N
This gear position only can be to higher gear position; if push the gearshift lever
selected when vehicle is fully stopped and towards +, transmission will select to lower gear
engine runs in idle speed. position.

Under manual gear shifting mode, up shifting can


be operated under any vehicle speed; but
Position D
N = neutral gear downshifting only can be operated if vehicle speed
permits.
This gear position only can be selected when
Gear Position Display
starting up engine or at idle speed. Then no power
is transferred to driving wheel. After turning on ignition switch, the gearshift lever
position is displayed on instrument panel central MT Mode
screen.
In MT mode, the gear position that selected by
Gear Positions: driver will be shown in digital form by display
screen. E.g. the 2nd gear is shown as the figure.
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keeping shift the gear in position of forward gear


Starting up and reverse gear for long time, it will cause the
excessive wear of transmission, and the operation
Keep the engine running at idle speed and step time shall be less than 1 minute.
Gearshift Lever Lock down the brake pedal, shift the gearshift lever to
Try to keep the engine running in low speed before
one of driving gear; release the brake pedal and
the operation.
vehicle will move slowly. Stepping down the
accelerator pedal will speed up the vehicle.
Forced Downshifting

When vehicle is running on steep slopes or


The AT vehicle can not be started by
overtaking, the automatic transmission can provide
traction or pushing. Please connect the
increased torque. To get the effect of forced
connecting wire with support battery for jump
downshifting, you can step down the accelerator
start.
pedal to the end and hold it in gear position D.
After engine comes to maximum speed,
Under special circumstances, the vehicle can be transmission will get to next gear position.
started in 2nd gear position at MT mode on snow
road. Stopping on the Way

If needs to move gearshift lever from position P Drive Out of Mud & Sand, Snow Release the accelerator pedal and step down the
to R, from N to R or from R to P, the limit button on foot brake, keep the gearshift lever in original
gearshift lever shall be pressed down to disable If the driving wheel is bogged into mud & sand or position. Please release the foot brake before
shift lock. It is not need to press the limit button if snow, you can try to move the vehicle forwards or starting up.
gearshift lever moves in other gear positions. backwards repeatedly. Change the gearshift lever
between position D and R for several times and
step down the accelerator pedal slightly. Avoid

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This is the reason for your feeling of low power. Engine brake is the brake effect that achieved by
Driving Precautions of AT Vehicle Also greater vehicle shaking will occur in case of shifting to lower gear position, releasing the
slow stepping the accelerator pedal, it shall be accelerator pedal to slows down the vehicle
(Under Different Road Conditions) avoided. through engine braking and low transmission ratio.

● On the medium slope road, it is suggested to Lower gear position can get better engine brake
● On the small slope and flat road, it is shift to 3rd gear or 2nd gear in manual mode; performance.
suggested to shift to position D, step down the quick stepping accelerator pedal can get
accelerator pedal quickly to get immediate instant acceleration.
acceleration. When vehicle runs in high speed,
● On large slope road, please shift to gear
downshifting to lower gear position will cause
Quick stepping accelerator pedal: driver steps position 1 in manual mode, do not shift to
great impact to engine and transmission
down the accelerator pedal to the end quickly. position D, quick stepping accelerator pedal
which will cause damage to engine and
Quick stepping accelerator pedal to downshift the will get instant accelerating; vehicle cannot be
transmission. The downshifting can only be
transmission mechanism to lower gear instantly shifted to gear position 1 during whole travel;
performed by reducing speed until the
and increase the torque; engine speed is Driver shall notice the slope change and shift
allowable level.
increased to higher level and shift to higher gear to to gear position 2 or position D manually for
get improved acceleration ability. normal driving. Please pay attention that
On the downhill road of large slope, to get better
transmission damage may occur if vehicle is
Notice: When vehicle will get a shock during brake effect, please select MT mode and downshift
running in gear position 1 without shifting to
downshifting and speeding up, it is caused by to lowest gear position.
gear position D for long time.
operation of forced downshifting but not engine
shaking. All these are related with quick stepping ● If vehicle is going downhill and the braking
accelerator pedal and important precautions for time is too long; the brake performance
driver. In case of stepping accelerator pedal slowly, degradation will occur due to overheating of
it is not easy for downshifting and speed up. brake. Please slow down the vehicle with the
Stepping the accelerator pedal by half or 2/3 travel help of engine brake.
will improve the power output (torque), but it is
impossible to get enough accelerating power
(torque).

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2. In cruise condition, stepping down the


Wading Function Definition of Cruise Buttons accelerator pedal will increase vehicle speed (the
cruise indicating light will light up constantly); after
If the vehicle has to wade during traveling, you releasing the accelerator pedal, vehicle will
must drive carefully and slowly, especially when resume the speed before stepping the accelerator
you don’t know the depth of the water. pedal;

3. In cruise condition, stepping down the


accelerator pedal will increase vehicle speed (the
If the water is deep to submerge the cruise indicating light will light up constantly); on
hub, you shall not drive forwards. releasing the accelerator pedal, pressing the
1. The ignition switch is turned to position ON, cruise button SET/- will make vehicle runs at new
press the cruise button ON, then the cruise cruise speed;
When wading, both the traction force and brake
indicating light will light up on instrument panel and
performance reduce, and the vehicle has the risk 4. In cruise condition, each short pressing of button
blink (it is pre-cruise condition and normal); When
of stop. ACC (less than 0.5s), vehicle cruise speed will be
vehicle is driving within speed of 25-130km/h,
added by 2km/h; in cruise condition, long pressing
If the water goes into the air intake pipe of engine, press the cruise button SET/- and vehicle will keep
the button ACC (more than 0.5s), vehicle will
it will cause serious damage to the engine. If running in constant cruise speed when button
speed up continuously; on releasing the button
wading deeply, the water entering the transmission SET/- is pressed (do not place foot onto
ACC, vehicle will stop accelerating and continue
through air vent of transmission, it will damage the accelerator pedal, the cruise system will adjust the
running at speed when releasing the button ACC;
transmission. throttle valve opening by road condition); then the
the cruise indicating light will light up constantly.
cruise indicating light will light up constantly
After wading, you must drive the vehicle slowly and (long press the ACC button is not suggested, or
indicating the vehicle is in cruise.
step on the brake pedal lightly for several times to else it will increase vehicle constantly and cause
remove the water on the brake. If the cruise indicator lamp still blinks, it means the dangerous to driving)
vehicle is not in cruise mode; please try the cruise
function again. (If it still not works, please contact
with Chery authorized service station for overhaul)

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5. In cruise condition, each short pressing of button 6. In cruise condition, stepping down the brake 8. In case of the complete vehicle fault that may
DEC (less than 0.5s), vehicle cruise speed will be pedal, the cruise indicating light will light up on affect the cruise safety, the cruise condition is not
decreased by 2km/h; in cruise condition, long instrument panel and blink (it is pre-cruise available and the cruise indicating light will blink;
pressing the button DEC (more than 0.5s), vehicle condition and normal); vehicle will slow down; only please send your vehicle to Chery authorized
will slow down continuously; on releasing the if the vehicle speed is not less than 25Km/h, service station for maintenance.
button DEC, vehicle will stop slowing down and releasing the brake pedal and press the button
9. In cruise or pre-cruise condition, pressing button
continue running at speed when releasing the RESUM, vehicle will continue running at the speed
OFF is to quit the cruise condition; the cruise
button DEC; the cruise indicating light will light up before stepping the brake pedal; the cruise
indicating light will go off on instrument panel.
constantly. indicating light will light up constantly on instrument
panel.
Three-way Catalytic Converter
7. In cruise condition, stepping down the brake
Long pressing the button DEC is just pedal, the cruise indicating light will light up on The three-way catalytic converter contributes to
like vehicle slides with released accelerator
instrument panel and blink (it is pre-cruise reducing the waste air pollution.
pedal, it has no brake function. So please
condition and normal); vehicle will slow down; in
step down the brake pedal if needs to brake.
case vehicle speed is lower than 25Km/h, release
the brake pedal and press the button RESUM,
Be sure to use the unleaded fuel.
vehicle cannot resume the cruise condition before
The leaded fuel will cause permanent
stepping the brake pedal; but you can accelerate
damage to the three-way catalytic converter
the vehicle until speed exceeds 25Km/h, release
and oxygen sensor. Chery Company shall
the accelerator pedal and press the button
not bear any responsibility for the damage
RESUM, vehicle will resume the cruise condition
resulted by using leaded fuel. This kind of
before stepping the brake pedal; the cruise
damage is out of the warranty scope. If you
indicating light will light up constantly on instrument
add the leaded fuel inadvertently, please
panel.
contact the nearest Chery authorized
service station immediately.

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Note: ● The engine operates in the condition that


Unleaded
more than one spark plug are removed.
If the engine keeps operating, the three-way
catalytic converter will become very hot; wear the ● Start the vehicle with the engine at operating
protective glove during maintenance to avoid being temperature through pushing or drawing.
hurt.
● Turn off the ignition switch during traveling.
Driving the Vehicle Equipped with Catalytic
The vehicle with gasoline engine is equipped with
Converter
narrow fuel filler, which only admits the filling gun
nozzle of the unleaded petrol pump.

During traveling, if the engine ignites


badly or the performance reduces, please
When the engine is running, it is
drive at low speed to the nearest Chery Parking
forbidden to pull out the ignition cable of the authorized service station.
ignition coil and check whether the engine
works well with individual cylinder cut-off Driving with wide open throttle is forbidden. Don’t park on the ground with dry leaves or grass.
Even if the engine has been stopped, there is a
method, or else it will damage the three-way
potential fire hazard because the exhaust pipe still
catalytic converter. Please avoid all the cases that can cause the emits much heat in short time. When stopping
unburned or partly burnt fuel to enter the catalytic vehicle, do not operate gearshift lever instead of
hand brake. Please pull up the hand brake and the
converter, especially when the engine is of high
gearshift lever shall be placed in position P.
temperature.
Before leaving the vehicle, the ignition switch must
Always avoid the following cases: be turned off. Don’t let the engine operate when
● Fuel exhaustion nobody in the vehicle. If this point is neglected,
your vehicle is likely to move unexpectedly,
● Unnecessary long-time of engine starting. resulting in personal injury or property damage.

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Chassis Protection Travel distance/ engine temperature


Key Points of Fuel Saving and
Your vehicle has been equipped with Often cold-start and shot-range travel will result in
thermal baffle. Don’t hold painting work on obvious increase of the fuel consumption. Environment Protection
the thermal baffle, exhaust pipe or the
Traffic and road conditions
catalytic converter body or beside them. ● Travel based on fuel saving and use additional
Please don’t remove the thermal baffle. Traffic jam, uphill driving, lots of bends and rough electrical load only as it is necessary.
road all affect the fuel consumption.
Fuel Consumption ● The vehicle can be started before warmed.
Good driving habit
Fuel consumption is influenced by the ● Use the accelerator smoothly.
following factors: Foresee the danger and keep safety distance from
● Shift to next higher gear as soon as possible
the front vehicles, which not only can decrease fuel
to get faster speed of engine.
consumption but reduce the braking abrasion and
Fuel consumption

noise. In traffic jam or wait for red light in long time, ● Foresee the traffic condition.
it is suggested to stop the engine. Since the long
● Turn off the air conditioner and rear windshield
engine idle time will increase fuel consumption.
heater if they are unnecessary.
Vehicle load condition
● Check or adjust the tyre pressure regularly.
Increase the load of vehicle will cause higher fuel
● Ask the professionals in Chery authorized
consumption.
service station to do maintenance regularly.
Speed Vehicle technical condition

The above figure shows how the fuel consumption Too low tyre pressure or the improper
is influenced by the selection of speed and gear. maintenance of engine & vehicle will result in high
Operating at low gear to improve the acceleration fuel consumption.
performance will result in the obvious higher fuel
consumption.

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Note:
Radiator Fan
If the coolant temperature has reached the fan
staring temperature, but the fan does not work, you
The radiator fan is an electric fan, and is controlled should check whether the fuse of fan is fusing, and
by the engine ECU. When the temperature of replace the fuse if necessary. Find out other
reasons if the replacement of fuse does not work.
coolant or in the engine compartment reaches a
certain extent, the switch will get through the fan The speed of fan is independent of the speed of
circuit automatically. engine. Downshifting can’t improve the cooling
effect of the fan; therefore, as long as the engine
operates well and the speed of going downhill
does not reduce evidently, you don’t have to shift
After stopping the engine, the to lower gear position.
radiator fan will operate for a while (about
10 minutes) because the engine is still hot.
When the engine gets cool to a certain
temperature, the fan stops operation. Even
so, as long as the temperature of engine
compartment increases greatly caused by
the ambient temperature (exposure to
sunlight or high temperature area), the fan
could start abruptly. Therefore, when
working in engine compartment, the
operator must be cautious to avoid
accident!

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Chapter 10 Emergency Procedure

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Emergency Procedure

● If an automatic fuel gun is used, once the gun


Emergency Adding Fuel in Time closes automatically, it indicates that the fuel
tank is filled up. In this case, do not attempt to
Hazard Warning Lamp continue filling, or there will be no expansion
space in the fuel tank. Once the temperature
If the fuel gauge indicates low fuel rises, the fuel tank will overflow.
The hazard warning lamp is used only in case of
level or the alarm lamp is on, add fuel as soon
emergencies to warn vehicles behind and in the
as possible. ● After adding the fuel, make sure to tighten the
opposite direction. If your vehicle breaks down or fuel tank cap.
is in imminent danger, press the hazard warning
● If spare canned fuel is carried on the vehicle,
lamp switch to turn on or off the lamp. When the When the fuel has reached a too low level and the
make sure to observe relevant local laws and
ignition switch is turned off, the hazard warning low fuel level alarm lamp has been on for some
regulations.
lamp can still work. time, the engine will run unsteadily as an extra
warning. Please drive the vehicle to the nearest For safety reasons, it is advised not to carry spare
gas station to add fuel. canned fuel on the vehicle lest the oil can be
Partial Operation Function damaged and the fuel overflows to cause fire.

The control system of the engine of this vehicle Replacing the Bulb
has the partial operation function, which enables Failure to add fuel in time will cause
the system to continue running even if it is faulty. the engine to stall on its own, leading to hard Before replacing any lamp bulb, make sure to turn
However, the performance of the engine may start even damage to the engine. You shall off the lamp and turn off the ignition switch.
deteriorate at that time. contact with Chery authorized service station Don’t hold the lamp bulb glass directly with fingers,
for help. otherwise fingerprints left on it will volatilize due to
heat from the lighted lamp, deposit on the mirrors
In case of system failure, please send and darken the reflector.
Using Fuel Gun Correctly in Filling
the vehicle immediately to Chery authorized
service station for inspection. ● The fuel gun shall be inserted into the fuel
tank completely. Do not tilt it against the fuel
filler.

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Emergency Procedure

To replace a lamp bulb, make sure to use a bulb of 2. Pull off the lamp seat connector, remove the
same type. Please check the specification of the Headlamp assembly fixing clipping ring to take out the bulb; change the
lamp bulb before installing it.
damaged bulb with new one. Clip up the fixing clip
Headlamp, front fog lamp bulb: (high beam, low beam, clearance and turn signal and mount the headlamp cover.
lamp)
12V 55W 3. Correct the headlamp beams by headlamp
The headlamp assembly shall be removed if any beam tester.
Turn signal lamp, rear fog lamp, reverse lamp, high
above bulb needs to be replaced.
mounted brake lamp bulb: Note:
1. Open the engine hood.
12V 21W The halogen bulb must be fixed well in lamp seat.
2. Remove the 3 fixing bolts of headlamp assembly
License plate lamp, brake, clearance, side turn
(the position is shown as the figure) Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb
signal lamp bulb:
3. Pull out of headlamp assembly carefully and
12V 5W 1. Hold the lamp seat and rotate the bulb
disconnect the wire connectors.
Front and rear ceiling lamp bulb: anti-clockwise to remove the bulb.

12V 10W
High beam, low beam bulb 2. Install the new bulb in reverse sequence.

1. As shown in the figure, press down the


protective cover fixing clip. Remove the protective
Once after the headlamp bulb has cover of low beam.
been replaced, the headlamp shall be
adjusted.

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Emergency Procedure

Clearance Lamp Bulb 1. Open the luggage boot cover; from the inner License plate lamp bulb
side of luggage boot to loosen the clip of tail lamp
1. Remove the rear sealing cover, pull off lamp Mounting position: lower the license plate lamp
assembly cover. Pull the lamp assembly out panel
seat connector and remove the damaged bulb.
slightly.
1. Unscrew and remove the tapping screws that
2. Insert the new bulb seat into mounting hole, fixing the license plate lamp.
2. Unscrew the lamp seat in reverse direction of
connect the lamp seat connector and install the
lock-up direction marked on lamp seat, remove the 2. Pull out the lamp holder and then remove the
rear cover. damaged bulb.
lamp seat.
Front Fog Lamp Bulb 3. Mount the new bulb into the lamp holder and
3. Slightly press down and rotate the bulb in then mount the lamp holder.
Please lift up your vehicle and change the bulb anti-clockwise direction, the bulb can be took out
from its back if replacing the front fog lamp bulb. Or for replacement. 4. Fix the license plate with tapping screws.
remove the fog lamp for replacement. It is better to Vehicle Interior Front Ceil Lamp Bulb
4. The installation is in reverse order of removal.
ask Chery authorized service station to change the
1. Turn off the vehicle interior lamp.
fog lamp bulb. 5. Check if the lamp works normally after
installation. 2. Insert the screwdriver between the lamp
Tail Lamp Bulb housing and lamp cover to remove the lamp
High-mounted Brake Lamp Bulb cover carefully.
3. Replace the bulb and install the reflector.
1. Open the luggage boot cover. Remove two
cross head screws and cover. Disconnect the wire 4. The lamp cover shall be reinstalled into
connector and take out the lamp assembly. Pull mounting holes of the lamp housing.
out the cover and bulb for replacement.

2. The installation is in reverse order of removal.

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Emergency Procedure

Sun Visor Mirror Lamp The proper adjustment of the headlamp beam It is advised to carry several spare fuses on the
vehicle for emergency use.
directly concerns the driving safety. Therefore,
The lamp is located behind the sun visor. Pry out
only special instruments can be used to adjust the A burnt fuse can be identified by the disconnection
of the mirror and replace the bulb. of the fuse.
beam. Please observe the law in this regard.
Luggage Boot Lamp All the fuses are of the push-in type.
The position of headlamp shall meet vehicle
Mounting position: on left rear speaker cover loading condition.
Fuse
1. Press the position A by hand at lamp back side; 1. The headlamp regulating screw is shown as the
across the lamp convex par to remove the luggage figure. The regulating screws of left and right
boot lamp. headlamps layout symmetrically of same
regulating method.
2. Replace the bulb.

3. Install it into mounting hole of speaker cover. Fuse and Relay Fuse Tube
Adjusting Headlamp Beam

Before the fuses and the relay are


Regulating replaced, the ignition switch and all the
screw electrical equipment shall be turned off.

New fuses of the same ratings shall be used to


replace the faulty ones. The positions of main fuse Any unauthorized alteration to the
and relay fuse are shown as the figure. electrical system or fuel system of vehicle
can affect the vehicle performance and may
To replace the relay, special knowledge is needed. cause fire or safety dangers. Therefore, it is
advised that any work involving the removal
You can get all types of fuse from Chery authorized of the fuel system or electrical system, or the
service station. replacement of the relay be done by Chery
authorized service station.

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Emergency Procedure

Remark:
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
1. To help customer in emergency, the cover of
engine compartment fuse box is printed with the
The fuse box is located at right rear part in engine
fuse and relay function layout. (refer to figure 1)
compartment; below the windshield trim panel.
2. There are 8 spare fuses on the fuse box cover.
Please follow the below steps to check or replace
(2*15A; 2*5A; 3*10A and one 30A)
the fuse or relay:

1. Turn off all electric devices.

2. Disconnect the battery negative wiring harness


from the negative pole.

3. Use screwdriver to remove the fixing plastic clip


of right front windshield trim plate. (5 units)

4. Remove the upper cover of engine compartment


fuse box (both ends have metal clip), and then you
can see fuses and relays; check the function layout
instruction on cover back for replacement guide.

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Emergency Procedure

Left front low beam


(Slow-melted) (Slow-melted)
(Slow-melted)

Fuel pump
Reverse lamp
Front oxygen

Rear oxygen

Ignition coil

Blower
Alternator
Fan coil To main relay fuse Low speed auxiliary fan

(Slow-melted) (Slow-melted) Blower


relay
High speed main fan

Right front high

Left front high

Right front low


Right small lamp
Left small lamp
Compressor

Brake lamp

beam
beam

beam
Main relay

Metal piece
(Slow-melted) (Slow-melted) Low speed Fuel pump
Main relay Starter auxiliary fan relay
Main relay coil

Front fog lamp


Rear fog lamp

Starter Fan transfer Rear fog Front fog Spare High speed High beam Low beam
Spare
relay relay lamp relay lamp relay relay 1 fan relay relay relay
relay 2

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3. There are 8 spare fuses on the fuse box cover. (2*15A; 2*5A; 3*10A and one 30A)
Instrument Fuse Box

The fuse box is located at left front part of driver


cab, under the instrument and fixed onto cross
beam of instrument panel.

Please follow the below steps to check or replace


the fuse or relay:

1. Turn off all electric devices.

2. Disconnect the battery negative wiring harness


from the negative pole.

3. Open the instrument panel left lower panel and


you can see fuses and relays; check the function
layout instruction on cover back for replacement
guide.

Remark

1. To help customer in emergency, the cover of


engine compartment fuse box is printed with the
fuse and relay function layout. (refer to figure 3)

2. The vehicle diagnosis interface is fixed at lower


position of instrument fuse box, notice not to
damage it. The layout of fuse and relay in instrument panel fuse box (Fig.3)

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Emergency Procedure

Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare

Compressor relay Compressor Rear wiper Luminous regulating

Sunroof Front wiper Reverse lamp, odometer, and

Empty
Key switch Relay coil ABS control

Door lamp, ceiling lamp Airbag A/C switch


Horn relay

Spare power Sunroof switch Audio control Cigar lighter

Clearance relay Horn Rear-view mirror switch Combined instrument


Blower 4-position

relay

Internal, external circulation Heating Audio

Spare relay Spare relay


Anti-theft, A/C relay ECU control Whole vehicle diagnosis

Rear-view mirror heating ISU power Combined instrument

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Emergency Procedure

● Whenever, your vehicle shall not be mounted


Replacing Wheel with over 1 spare tyre.

● Do not use skid chain for spare tyre.

● Not to pass the auto car washing machine.


Before jacking up the vehicle, make
sure to observe the following precautions. The maximum operating load of the
Spare Tyre on Back Door jack is 1200 kg.
Park your vehicle in a proper place and make sure
that the replacement of tyres will not affect the The jack is located in storage slot below bottom
traffic or endanger yourself. plate of luggage boot.
Make sure that the vehicle is on a firm and even
ground. If necessary, use a proper wedge block to Rear tyre jack position One welded
stop the wheels and further secure your vehicle. supporting block
Make sure that the front wheels point to the front.
If the vehicle is equipped with the automatic 1. Open the spare tyre cover;
transmission, please set it to position P.
2. Unscrew the bolt fully;
Spare Tyre
3. Take out the spare tyre.
Front tyre jack position
On-vehicle Jack
Please follow below regulations in
Outer beam of
case certain tyre size (steel rim or tyre) differs
bottom plate
with other mounted tyre. Jack up the vehicle with the
on-vehicle jack only when a wheel is to be
replaced. In this case, operation under the
vehicle is prohibited.

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Emergency Procedure

Removing Wheel 11. Loosen the wheel bolts to remove the wheel.

1. Make sure the front wheels point to the front. While handling the battery, make sure
2. Turn off the ignition switch. Install Wheel to take the following precaution measures.
3. If the vehicle is equipped with the automatic
transmission, please set it to position P. 1. Push the wheel onto wheel hub bolts. Screw
the wheel nuts clockwise and ensure the
4. Ask the passengers to get off the vehicle.
wheel nuts sharp end shall face towards the
5. If necessary, use a proper wheel block stop to wheel.
secure the vehicle and prevent it from rolling or
2. Lower the vehicle to remove the jack.
sliding.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts in diagonal sequence.
6. Insert the slotted screwdriver between wheel rim
and wheel hub cover, and then rotate it carefully to 4. Press into the wheel hub cap by hands
remove the wheel hub cover. carefully.
7. Use special tools on the vehicle to loosen the 5. Take away the jack and the faulty wheel in
wheel bolts as shown in the following figure. reverse order, and tighten them.
The acid liquid of the battery is corrosive. Be sure
6. If possible, deliver the wheel to Chery
authorized service station to check the to wear gloves and goggles. Do not allow your skin
or clothing to come in contact with acid or lead. Do
tightening torque of the wheel bolt and the tyre
pressure. not tilt the battery, for the acid liquid may flow from
Battery the vent opening. If the acid liquid splashes into
your eyes, wash your eyes immediately with clean
Your vehicle is equipped with the 12V and 60A water for several minutes and then seek doctor’s
8. Place the jack so that the whole foot seat maintenance-free lead-acid battery. advice. If the acid liquid splashes onto your skin or
surface is located on a firm ground.
Safety Advices clothing, neutralize it with alkaline water (soap) and
9. The jack shall be jacked up vertically to the then wash your skin or clothing with clean water. If
jack-up point. the acid liquid is swallowed, rush to the hospital
immediately.
10. Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is above the
ground.

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● Try to prevent the metal tools from contacting


the two electrodes of the battery at the same
time or accidentally contacting the positive
pole and the body.

● The electronic ignition system has high ● When reconnecting the battery, first connect
● Keep children away from the acid liquid of the voltage. Please do not touch the components the positive (+) cable and then the negative (-)
battery. in the system when the engine is running or cable.
the ignition switch is on.
● If the battery is re-connected after being
Removal and Installation removed, the vehicle may initially show
slightly abnormal performance. This indicates
that the control system of the engine is
While removing and installing the re-adapting to the engine.
battery, make sure to take the following
● When the battery is being charged, it will
precaution measures:
release explosive gases.

● To replace the battery, only use a lead-acid The used battery contains sulphur acid and
battery, and don’t use other types of batteries. lead, so it shall not be discarded as normal household
The current and capacity of the new battery rubbish. Please deliver it to qualified local waste
shall be the same as the old battery or the disposal stations.
specification of Chery. For the correct battery
specification, please consult Chery authorized
● While doing wiring and electrical work, please
service station.
avoid sparks. Do not connect the electrodes,
positive pole with body with any metal or wire, ● After the ignition switch and all the electrical
the resultant short circuit can cause sparks devices have been turned off, remove the
and thereby lead to injuries. negative (-) cable first.

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Engine Jump-start Method 4. Connect one terminal of lead B with the negative
Connect Lead (-) terminal of the supporting battery, and then
If the battery of the vehicle has no power, battery connect the other terminal of lead B with the metal
power of other vehicles can be input to help the part of the engine to be started. Position the
engine to start. jumper leads to prevent it from contacting the
running parts of the engine compartment.
Only a battery of the same nominal voltage (12V)
can be connected. Use jump leads with insulating 5. Make sure that the jumper cables do not
clips and cables of proper sizes. Please do not Low interfere with the running parts of the engine.
disconnect the battery from the electrical system of power
the vehicle. battery
The negative (-) terminal of the low
battery shall not be connected.
Supporting
battery
Start Engine

1. The engine of the vehicle with the supporting


battery shall run at a properly high speed.

2. Start the engine of vehicle with the low battery.


1. Park the vehicles properly so that they do not
contact each other. 3. Before disconnecting the leads, run the engines
2. Stop the engine and any other unnecessary of the two vehicles for three minutes.
electrical devices.
3. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the low
battery with the positive (+) terminal of the
supporting battery using lead A.

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During the trailing, drive the trailer slowly and


Disconnect Lead smoothly to prevent the trailer and the trailed
vehicle from bouncing. If the pulling force of the
First disconnect lead B (-) and then lead A (+). trailing cable is too big, the vehicle may be
damaged.

Please do not turn on the headlamps


in stead of the heated rear windshield, for the During the trailing, the ignition
surge voltage may burn and damage the switch of the trailed vehicle shall be in the
bulbs. “ON” position so that the steering wheel, the
turn lamp and the brake lamp can all work.
Since the engine is turned off, there neither
is nor is the braking or steering force, so
greater operating force needed. Therefore,
To reduce the voltage surge during the braking and steering forces shall be
the disconnection, please connect the blower increased accordingly. The 4*4 vehicle
and the electric-heated rear windshield of the wheels shall not be off ground during
trailing, or else the driving mechanism will
vehicle with the low battery. be damaged.

Breakdown Trailer

The vehicle is equipped with threaded holes for


trailer rings at both the front and the rear.

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Chapter 11 Maintenance

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Maintenance Maintenance Schedule


Because of the high voltage inside
Maintenance is divided into two categories: the electronic ignition system, do not touch
one is routine maintenance which can be these components when the engine is running Daily Inspection:
completed by vehicle owners, and the other or the ignition switch is turned on.
is regular maintenance, inspection and Operating conditions of all exterior and interior
repair which should be finished by the lamps. Replace the burned or dim bulbs and
authorized service station of Chery. ensure the cleanness of all lenses.

The ignition switch should be turned Inspection When Adding Fuel:


Services Provided by Chery Service off before the operation of engine
compartment. Even if the ignition switch is
Station turned off, the cooling fan may automatically ● Level of engine oil
operate all the same. Therefore, please be
careful to avoid clothes (tie) being involved in ● Level of brake fluid
To keep the vehicle reliability and driving the fan or driving belt.
performance, please obey the regular ● Level of windshield cleaning fluid
maintenance plan specified in this manual. The
● Air pressure and state of tyres (only under
maintenance shall be performed by Chery General Maintenance cold state)
authorized service station.
● Inspect all the pipelines of crankcase
Items You Must Implement ventilation system to ensure there is no
abrasion and breakage.
Only use the vehicle-washing area
Regularly inspect the liquid level and add the oil liquid.
Check the tyre pressure, the lamps and the brakes. Check which does not harm the ecological drainage
the warning lamps. (See the Regular Maintenance
Schedule below for reference).
system.

Containers of brake fluid, coolant and power steering fluid


are semitransparent to facilitate the quick visual inspection.
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Monthly Inspection:

● Level of coolant level (engine in cold state) The used engine oil, brake fluid,
anti-freezing fluid, battery and tyre can only be
● Leakage of powertrain, pipeline, hose and oil
treated by the qualified waste disposal
tank
agencies or by consulting the supporting
● Level of brake fluid factories, and are not allowed to be dumped
along with the family rubbish or drained into the
● Level of power steering oil
public drainage system. Everyone should be
● Operating condition of air conditioning concerned about environmental protection and
contribute to it.
● Operating condition of hand brake

● Operating condition of horn

Notice: keep the A/C running 30 minutes at least


per month.

The vehicle’s oil, lubricating grease


and fluids shall be kept out of the reach of
children. Please follow the safety instructions
of the container. Avoid the skin touching the
used oil.

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Maintenance Items of Engine Compartment (ACTECO engine model as example)

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In case the oil level stays between the MIN and the
Engine Oil Dipstick MAX signs at the lower end of dipstick, there is no
need to add the oil again. The hot engine oil may Do not use the engine oil additives or
surpass the above gap sign for several millimeters engine processing agents. They are not only
due to the thermal expansion.
unnecessary but in some cases may also
In case the oil level is flush with or below the MIN damage the engine, and this kind of damage
sign, only add the engine oil about 1L in line with
Chery specifications to make the level stay is not within the scope of warranty.
(Mitsubishi engine) between the MIN and the MAX signs. See the
chapter “Capacity and Specification” for details. Close the cover by rotating it clockwise until
hearing a click sound.

(ACTECO engine)
Filling Cap of Engine Oil
The engine oil consumption is affected by a Empty containers of wasted engine
number of factors. The new engine will reach the oil can not be thrown away along with the
normal value of consumption after the vehicle has home rubbish. When discarding these items,
run for approximately 5,000km. The engine will please ask the qualified waste disposal
consume more oil under the high-load operation. agency for treatment.
It is necessary to carry out the regular inspection
on engine oil, for example, when adding fuel or
before starting a long-distance journey. Brake Fluid / Clutch Oil
(Mitsubishi engine) (ACTECO engine)
When inspecting the engine oil, parked the vehicle
Simply rotated anticlockwise and pulled, the filling
on the level ground. Turn off the ignition switch and
cover will be open. Do not open the filling cover
wait a few minutes to allow the engine oil to flow
during the operation of engine. In the event that the coolant contact
into the oil pan (a longer time may be needed if the your skin or eyes, please clean the affected
exterior temperature is rather low or the engine parts with plenty of water and immediately
has not reached the operating temperature). The seek the medical treatment.
vehicle engine should not be started before the
inspection of engine oil. Pull out the dipstick and
wipe it with a piece of clean non-cottony cloth, then
fully insert the dipstick and finally pull it out again.
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The brake fluid and clutch oil is supplied by the The symbol behind brake fluid reservoir means
same reservoir. using non-paraffin brake fluid.
When adding the coolant, be careful
The fluid level should stay between MAX and MIN to avoid splash it onto any part of engine.
marks at the side of reservoir. If the fluid level Engine Coolant Tank
drops to the MIN mark, the low brake fluid level
warning light will light up. Engine Coolant

Please add Chery special brake fluid. See the


chapter “Capacity and Specification” and send
your car to Chery authorized service station to
check system leakage. Do not let the brake fluid contact your
skin or eyes. Providing such occasion is
It is important to ensure the absolute cleanness in encountered, please clean the affected parts
Do not open the filling cover in the event of a
case of adding the brake fluid. with plenty of water and immediately seek the
running engine or the high temperature. medical treatment.
Inspect the coolant level through the translucent
Using the coolant with correct concentration will
reservoir. When the engine is in the cold state, the not only protect the engine from freeze in the
Change the brake fluid after the winter, but also provide the anticorrosion
coolant level should be between MIN and MAX
driving of each 2 years or 40000KM. protection throughout the year. Modern engines
Do not let the brake fluid contact paint. If the marks. The coolant level may exceed the MAX
operate at the extremely high temperature, so the
fluid touches the paint surface, please wipe mark when engine is hot. The coolant can be bad coolant cannot provide the proper
out the fluid with the wet sponge or rinse the added when engine is cold; if it is needed to add anticorrosion protection for the cooling system. So,
paint surface with plenty of water. please add the coolant in line with the specification
the coolant when engine is hot, first of all, wait 10
of Chery. Please refer to the chapter of “Capacity
minutes to let the engine cool down. Unscrew the
and Specification Parameters” for capacity.
cover of reservoir for a quart of circle to discharge
the pressure. Wait for a period of time and then
open the cover fully. Add the coolant with mixture
Do not mix the coolants together of
of 50% water and 50% coolant. different colors and specifications

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When engine is cold, the fluid level shall reach to Consult the authorized service station of Chery for
position MAX. the correct battery specification. It is not
recommended to use other types of storage
Please fill in the specified fluid if the level is under
batteries.
mark MIN.

Maintenance of Alternator

Please add the coolant when engine is It is suggested to replace the steering
The vehicle’s long time driving may cause the
in cold condition. oil for private vehicle after initial 15000km;
replace the steering oil for taxi after initial looseness connection of alternator terminal. To
25000KM. ensure the normal working of alternator, after the
Transmission Oil Level Afterwards, replace the transmission oil after mileage of 20,000Km, within the warranty your
driving of each 40000km.
Transmission oil level of your vehicle will be vehicle shall be inspected for terminal tightening by
inspected when vehicle comes to Chery authorized Chery authorized service station by each
service station for maintenance. 10,000Km. Tightening torque list:
Battery
Type of Thread Vehicle type Tightening
terminal Spec. (engine type) torque
Change the transmission gear oil
after the driving of each 1 year or 30000KM for SQR481,
manual transmission. SQR484,

Alternator
SQR475,
M8 13±1
The battery maintenance is rare; you can inspect SQR480,
B+ SQR477,
the battery fluid level in regular inspection. Your output Mitsubishi series
Check the Power Steering Fluid Level end
vehicle is equipped with maintenance-free battery.
The current and capacity of new battery should be SQR372,
M6 SQR472, 8±1
in line with the old one or the specifications of SQR473 series
Chery vehicle.

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Washer System of Windshield Inspection of Wiper Blade Tyre

For your safety, please check the tyre pressure


after the tyres (including spare tyre) become cold.
See the proposed tyre pressure in the chapter
“Capacity and Specification”.
The correct tyre pressure should be complied with
Inspect the roughness of wiper blade by sliding the especially during the high-load and high-speed
running. The insufficient tyre pressure will reduce
fingertip on the edge of this blade. Great the stability, increase the rolling resistance and
Please use the specified windshield cleaning fluid. roughness will affect the wiper cleaning effect. advance tyre abrasion and even lead to the
Butter, silicone resin and fuel may disable the accident.
wiper blade from normally working. It is If you need to drive the vehicle on the curb, you
recommended to use the glass cleaning fluid to have to keep a low running speed, and if possible,
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle make the wheels close to curb at right angle. Avoid
without cleaning fluid, so please check the clean the wiper blade.
the vertical and sharp obstructions. When parking
cleaning fluid level before driving. The the vehicle, do not have the side wall of tyre
anti-freezing fluid will cause damage to the scratched.
paint; therefore Replacement of Wiper Blade
1. Do not add anti-freezing fluid into Regularly inspect tyre surface for cut trace, foreign
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
body and uneven wear. The uneven tread wear
2. Do not mix water with the cleaning fluid;
since water may be frozen and cause may indicate the incorrect alignment of wheel.
damage to washer fluid reservoir and other
components of washing system.
3. The using of unqualified cleaning fluid will
also cause damage to washing system. To remove the wiper blade, arise the wiper arm
and make it form a right angle with the wiper blade.
please press the fixing clip according to the
direction shown by arrow, then release the wiper
blade, and finally pull out the wiper arm according
to the opposite direction.
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The worn depth of tread is limited in relevant laws


and regulations. Notice that: when the worn depth
reaches the limiting value of 3mm, the worn areas The unsuitable tyres and rims may lead to
an accident, which are not within the scope of It is suggested to check and adjust the four
will appear on the tread, which indicate that the
warranty. wheels alignment in vehicle first maintenance and
performance and security of tyre has greatly
then make inspection and adjustment on every
degraded and the tyre must be replaced.
The tyres used by your vehicle are specially 20,000Km.
chosen to provide the best vehicle control, comfort
and safety. The above-mentioned combined
provisions of tyre and rim are applicable to the Anti-skid Chain for Snowy Ground
The worn tyres should be treated under steel or aluminum alloy wheel rim. If you want to
local environmental protection provisions. Once the know whether other types of tyre and rim can be The anti-skid chains for snowy ground can be used
road conditions allow, the winter tyres should be used in the vehicle, please consult the authorized for summer and winter tyres, but are only
immediately changed with summer ones. This will service station of Chery. applicable to the driving wheels (i.e. front wheels).
reduce the fuel consumption and the noise.
It is strongly advised that you use the genuine
Regularly interchange the tyres. It is recommended
tyres or refer to the authorized service station of
to interchange four wheels for every 10,000 km. 1. When using the anti-skid chains, be sure
Chery when installing the tyres. that the vehicle speed shall not exceed 50 km/hour.
(the best tyres interchange mileage is 2. The anti-skid chains should be removed
5000-7000Km) interchange left front tyre with the immediately in the absence of snow on the road.
right rear tyre, and interchange the right front tyre If you want to install the non-standard tyre
or rim, (such as the light alloy rim or wheel of winter When the anti-skid chains for snowy ground are in use, the
with the left rear tyre. traveling performance of vehicle equipped with the anti-skid
tyre); surely you should comply with the instructions control system may have some anomalies which can be
or consult the authorized service station of Chery. eliminate by shutting down this system.

Replacement of Tyre To avoid the damage of wheel cover, please remove the
Note: The speedometer is affected by the size of cover firstly before mounting anti-skid chain. And
tyres used for the vehicle. If the tyre size remember to mount it back at once after removing the
(diameter) is different from the original one, the anti-skid chain.
correct speed will not be shown.

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Automatic Car Washing Machine


Wheel Train Belt
The best car washing method is the brushless car
Change of timing belt: it is suggested wash in good washing area. The washing are that
The driving belt is one of the parts stressed most equipped with high pressure water gun will let
seriously in the vehicle, so the quality of belt to change the timing belt (taxi & private water be sprayed into water.
should be good and reliable to meet the work vehicle) on every 40,000km.
requirements.
Close the heater blower before
When replacing the driving belt, only choosing the automatic washing.
belts of the same size cannot meet the Car Wash
requirements. For the sake of safety, be sure to
use the genuine belt of Chery. Authorized service Manual Washing
stations of Chery have the genuine driving belts.
If the vehicle washing agent is used, plenty of
Driving Belt Tension Inspection water shall be used to wash the vehicle and be
dried by dry cloth.
Note: The washing material shall not be
thrown away into home garbage and shall be
The driving belt will elongate after being used for a
certain period of time. When the elongation is up to processed by local qualified waste disposal After washing the vehicle, please
a certain degree, the belt will be so loose that it facilities. slightly step on the brake pedal to remove
may cause the damage to the vehicle Therefore, it Please use the car washing area that will not water from brake disc.
is necessary to inspect the tensity of alternator belt
every time the vehicle has covered a 1,000km. destroy the ecological drainage system. The
Check of Drive Belt Tension most important factor of protecting paint is to Cleaning of Headlamp
1. Turn off the ignition switch and take off the key. use clean water.

2. Press the middle part of the belt by thumb (with In order to avoid the damage to the plastic lens
force about 100N) to check the deflection of the Cold water or slight warm water can be used to headlamp, the invasive abrasive or chemical
belt: the max permitted deflection: 10mm.
wash car. solvent should not be used. Do not wipe the lamp
3. Please go to Chery authorized service station or use the sharp objects as the lens cleaner when
for adjustment if the deflection exceed the allowed the mirror is dry.
value.

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dust accumulating in the brake. Do not use the
Cleaning of Rear Windshield friction materials to avoid the damage to the
specially processed surface.
When polishing the vehicle, be
careful to keep the polishing agent away from
Cleaning Articles
the plastic surface. Otherwise, it is difficult to
remove the agent. Do not polish the vehicle
For the best effects, please properly use the care under strong sunshine, either.
articles of vehicle.

When cleaning the rear windshield, only use the Paint Falling off Treatment
soft cloth in order to avoid the damage to the Maintenance of Leather Veneer
heating components and the radio antenna. Do not The damage or minor scratch of painted surface
clean the glass by the solvent or sharp objects. caused by road gravels can be treated in the
authorized service station of Chery.
Corrosion Protection for Chassis Only the proper leather cleaning
materials and cleanser can be used.

The anticorrosive treatment has been exerted on In order to ensure the duration of
Use the wet cotton cloth and towel to wipe the
the vehicle chassis. It is necessary to inspect the painted surface, it is necessary to remove the leather surface, and use the clean soft cloth to dry
anticorrosion protection of chassis regularly, and, if harmful objects in time, such as: guano, resin, it. The very dirty surface can be cleaned by neutral
insect residues, tar stains and etc. cleanser, such as soap bubble agent. During the
necessary, ask the authorized service station of
normal usage period, it is recommended to take
Chery for repair. the leather maintenance with special leather
conservation agent once six months.
Cleaning of Wheel Protection of Vehicle Paint Do not make leather too wet. Especially, do not let
water into the gap.
Depending on the time or mileage distance, clean Applying the wax to the painted surface of your
the wheels by the wheel cleaner or warm water vehicle once or twice a year will help keep the
and soft sponge once a week so as to avoid the surface smooth.

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Regular Maintenance Provisions

Please go to the authorized service station of Chery for vehicle maintenance according to the specified mileage. The authorized service station of Chery will provide your vehicle with the
maintenance items defined by the company.

Remarks
Process Process Name
5,000 15,000 30,000
1 Install three protective covers and one pad ★ ★ ★
2 Record the fuel volume and the mileage in details ★ ★ ★
3 Inspect the appearance of vehicle ★ ★ ★
4 Remind the customer of keeping tips for valuables ★ ★ ★
5 Issue the work card ★ ★ ★
6 Customer signs after the confirmation ★ ★ ★
7 Pass the work card to workshop staff ★ ★ ★
8 Inspect the front lighting ★ ★ ★
9 Inspect the low beam lamp ★ ★ ★
10 Inspect the high beam lamp ★ ★ ★
11 Inspect the left-front turn lamp ★ ★ ★
12 Inspect the right-front turn lamp ★ ★ ★
13 Inspect the front alarm lamp ★ ★ ★
14 Inspect the front fog lamp ★ ★ ★
15 Finish the inspection ★ ★ ★

16 Inspect the high-low horn ★ ★ ★

17 Inspect the rear lighting ★ ★ ★

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Remarks
Process Process Name
5,000 15,000 30,000
18 Inspect the rear brake lamp ★ ★ ★

19 Inspect the left-rear turn lamp ★ ★ ★

20 Inspect the right-rear turn lamp ★ ★ ★

21 Inspect the rear alarm lamp ★ ★ ★

22 Inspect the rear reversing lamp ★ ★ ★

23 Inspect the rear fog lamp ★ ★ ★

24 Inspect the license lamp ★ ★ ★

25 Finish the inspection ★ ★ ★

26 Inspect the steering wheel ★ ★ ★

27 Inspect all buttons of air conditioner ★ ★ ★

28 Inspect the air state of air outlet ★ ★ ★

29 Inspect all indicator lamps of instruments ★ ★ ★

30 Inspect the control performance of parking handle ★ ★ ★

31 Inspect the gearlever ★ ★ ★

32 Inspect the clutch pedal ★ ★ ★

33 Inspect the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal ★ ★ ★

34 Inspect the front and rear wiper blades and the nozzle ★ ★

35 Inspect all keys of instrument panel ★ ★ ★

36 Inspect the CD player and the loudspeaker ★ ★ ★

37 Inspect the front ceiling lamp ★ ★ ★

38 Inspect the rear-view mirrors on both sides ★ ★ ★

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Remarks
Process Process Name
5,000 15,000 30,000
39 Inspect the central control door lock ★ ★ ★

40 Inspect the electric glass regulators of all doors ★ ★ ★

41 Inspect the sun visor, the teacup stand and the ash tray ★ ★ ★

42 Inspect the cigar lighter, the sundries box and the electronic clock ★ ★ ★

43 Inspect the driver’s seat, the seat belt, the switch of front door and the door lock hinge ★ ★

44 Inspect the left-rear door’s glass regulator, door switch, door hinge, seat and seat belt ★ ★

45 Inspect the right-rear door’s glass regulator, door switch, door hinge, seat and seat belt ★ ★

46 Inspect the right-front door’s glass regulator, door switch, door hinge, seat and seat belt ★ ★

47 Open the rear door and inspect the door lock hinge, the accompanying tools and the spare tyre ★ ★ ★

48 Open the engine hood ★ ★ ★

49 Install the protective cover of fender ★ ★ ★

50 Inspect the air cleaner core ★ ★ ★

51 Inspect the gap and burning state of ignition plug ★ ★

52 Inspect the power steering oil ★ ★ ★

53 Inspect the cleaning fluid of windshield ★ ★ ★

54 Inspect and measure the engine coolant ★ ★ ★

55 Inspect the battery ★ ★

56 Inspect the volume of transmission oil ★ ★ ★

57 Inspect the volume of engine oil ★ ★ ★

58 Inspect the level of brake fluid ★ ★ ★

59 Inspect the timing belt ★

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Remarks
Process Process Name
5,000 15,000 30,000
60 Inspect the generator belt ★ ★ ★
61 Inspect the pipeline of air conditioner ★ ★ ★
62 Inspect the cooling pipeline ★ ★ ★
63 Inspect the oil leakage at upside of engine ★ ★ ★
64 Inspect the engine harness ★ ★ ★
65 Inspect the shock absorber ★ ★ ★
66 Unscrew the tyre bolts ★ ★ ★
67 Support the vehicle ★ ★ ★
68 Initially raise the vehicle ★ ★ ★
69 Remove the tyres ★
70 Inspect the brake pad ★
71 Inspect the wheel hub bearing for abnormal noise ★ ★
72 Inspect the pressure and appearance of tyres ★ ★ ★
73 Change the positions of tyres ★
74 Inspect the pressure and appearance of spare tyre ★ ★ ★
75 Raise the vehicle again ★ ★ ★
76 Drain the old engine oil and install back the oil block ★ ★ ★
77 Replace the engine oil filter with new one and clean the bottom of engine ★ ★ ★
78 Replace the gear oil of gearbox with new one and clean the gearbox ★
79 Replace the petrol filter with new one ★
80 Inspect the torque of chassis bolt (front and rear auxiliary frame control arm bolt, transmission, engine mount bolt) ★ ★ ★
81 Inspect the rear axle and the fuel tank ★ ★ ★
82 Inspect the relevant pipelines of chassis for oil leakage ★ ★ ★

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Remarks
Process Process Name
5,000 15,000 30,000
83 Inspect the transmission shaft and the steering tie rod ★ ★ ★
84 Inspect the protective sleeve of transmission shaft universal joint for breakage ★ ★ ★
85 Inspect the protective sleeve of steering cross tie rod universal joint assembly for breakage ★ ★ ★
86 Inspect the ball-head protective sleeve of knuckle and the clearance ★ ★ ★
87 Lower the vehicle ★ ★ ★
88 Fasten the tyre nuts and install back the spare tyre and the accompanying tools ★
89 Add the specified-volume engine oil ★ ★ ★
90 Start the engine for 3 minutes ★ ★ ★
91 Test the engine computer and the sensor ★ ★ ★
92 Shut down the engine, wait for 90 seconds and then confirm the level of engine oil ★ ★ ★
Raise the vehicle again, inspect the engine oil filter, the oil pan, the oil drain bolts and the gearbox for oil leakage,
93 ★ ★ ★
and then lower the vehicle
94 Conduct the trial run to inspect the vehicle, and then fill in the work card with all inspection results ★ ★ ★
95 Wash the vehicle ★ ★ ★
96 Accompany the customer to inspect the vehicle and pay the fares ★ ★ ★
97 Remind the customer of the next maintenance ★ ★ ★
98 Take off three sleeves and one pad ★ ★ ★
99 Thanks and look after the customer ★ ★ ★
Note: For the manual transmission, replace the gear oil of transmission every year or every 30,000km; replace the transfer case gear oil every 50000Km for 4WD vehicle only; replace
the rear axle main reducer oil every 50000Km for 4WD vehicle only; replace the brake fluid every 2 years or every 40,000km. Suggest cleaning the throttle valve body every 15,000km.

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Car Data

Official Seal of
Date of Delivery Dealer

Car Model

Body VIN

Engine No.

Transmission No.

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Car Sale & Delivery Sheet

Is the item proved qualified


Classification No Item
and well-explained?

1 Engine Yes □ No □

2 Engine oil, brake fluid, steering fluid, coolant, battery fluid and windscreen detergent Yes □ No □

3 Marks such as VIN code, engine No, nameplate and so on Yes □ No □

4 Locks and car keys of complete car Yes □ No □

Lamps of complete car, including: headlamp, turn lamp, fog lamp, combination lamp, trunk
Overall 5 Yes □ No □
lamp, brake lamp, reversing lamp, tail lamp, reading lamp, instrument lamp and so on
Performance
6 Windshield glass and painted surface of car body Yes □ No □

7 Tachometer, engine speedometer, odometer Yes □ No □

8 Wheelhouse, spare tyre, attached tools and Owner’s Manual of Complete Car Yes □ No □

9 Seat belt, cigarette lighter, air conditioner switch, air outlet, glove box and sun visor Yes □ No □

10 Glass regulator, rearview mirror, windscreen wiper, scrubber, horn, audio system and antenna Yes □ No □

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1 Using 93# gasoline as fuel Yes  No 

2 Normal use during running-in period Yes  No 

3 Use of all lights Yes  No 

4 Meanings of warning signal lights Yes  No 

General 5 Proper maintenance time and mileage Yes  No 


Knowledge 6 Maintenance items of car during summer and winter Yes  No 

7 Proper understanding of cooling system and correct use of coolant Yes  No 

8 Proper use of air conditioner Yes  No 

9 Precautions regarding car startup Yes  No 

10 Proper use of audio system Yes  No 

Signature of Car Seller: Date: Signature of Customer: Date:

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance Certification

Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance


Implement the 15,000km maintenance items
Implement the 5,000km maintenance items Implement the 5,000km maintenance items
when the car has run for 10,000km or it is within when the car has run for 15,000km or it is within when the car has run for 20,000km or it is within
6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance.

Date: __________________
Date: _________________
Date: __________________ Mileage: _______________
Mileage: _______________
Mileage: _______________
Official Seal of Service Station
Official Seal of Service Station
Official Seal of Service Station Signature of Car Owner
Signature of Car Owner
Signature of Car Owner Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage

Date: __________________
Date: _________________
Date: __________________ Mileage: _______________
Mileage: _______________
Mileage: _______________

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance

Implement the 5,000km maintenance items Implement the 30,000km maintenance items Implement the 5,000km maintenance items
when the car has run for 25,000km or it is within when the car has run for 30,000km or it is within when the car has run for 35,000km or it is within
6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance.

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station
Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance

Implement the 5,000km maintenance items Implement the 15,000km maintenance items Implement the 5,000km maintenance items
when the car has run for 40,000km or it is within when the car has run for 45,000km or it is within when the car has run for 50,000km or it is within
6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance.

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station
Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance

Implement the 5,000km maintenance items Implement the 30,000km maintenance items Implement the 5,000km maintenance items
when the car has run for 55,000km or it is within when the car has run for 60,000km or it is within when the car has run for 65,000km or it is within
6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance.

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station
Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance

Implement the 5,000km maintenance


Implement the 5,000km maintenance items Implement the 15,000km maintenance items
items when the car has run for 80,000km
when the car has run for 70,000km or it is within when the car has run for 75,000km or it is within or it is within 6 months after the latest
6 months after the latest maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance. maintenance.

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station
Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance

Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance

Implement the 30,000km maintenance


Implement the 5,000km maintenance items Implement the 5,000km maintenance items
items when the car has run for 90,000km
when the car has run for 85,000km or it is within or it is within 6 months after the latest when the car has run for 95,000km or it is within
6 months after the latest maintenance. maintenance. 6 months after the latest maintenance.

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station Official Seal of Service Station
Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner Signature of Car Owner
Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage Next Appointed Maintenance Time or Mileage

Date: __________________ Date: _________________ Date: __________________


Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________ Mileage: _______________

The maintenance shall be conducted according to the items specified in Regular Technical Maintenance of Tiggo. (The maintenance is subject to the fore
mentioned mileage and time, whichever comes earlier.)

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Maintenance

Replacing Records of Safety System Replacing Records of Safety System


Safety Protection System
□ Driver’s airbag □ Driver’s airbag
If your vehicle is equipped with airbag system, the whole
□ Front passenger airbag □ Front passenger airbag
airbag system should be replaced by the authorized service
station of Chery at the 10th year since the purchase date.
□ Control module of airbag □ Control module of airbag
To ensure the normal operation of airbag system, be sure
to replace the airbag system in the authorized service □ Airbag wiring harness □ Airbag wiring harness
station of Chery according to the specified time.

If the airbag system is replaced before the □ Pre-tightening safety belt □ Pre-tightening safety belt
specified date (for example, after an accident),
please fill in the replacing records carefully for the □ Other parts □ Other parts
future reference.

1. ---------------------------- 1. ----------------------------
2. ---------------------------- 2. ----------------------------
3. ---------------------------- 3. ----------------------------
4. ---------------------------- 4. ----------------------------
5. ---------------------------- 5. ----------------------------
6. --------------------------- 6. ---------------------------
Date: ------------------------ Date: ------------------------

Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station:

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Maintenance

Replacing Records of Safety System Replacing Records of Safety System Replacing Records of Safety System
□ Driver’s airbag □ Driver’s airbag □ Driver’s airbag

□ Front passenger airbag □ Front passenger airbag □ Front passenger airbag

□ Control module of airbag □ Control module of airbag □ Control module of airbag

□ Airbag wiring harness □ Airbag wiring harness □ Airbag wiring harness

□ Pre-tightening safety belt □ Pre-tightening safety belt □ Pre-tightening safety belt

□ Other parts □ Other parts □ Other parts

1. ---------------------------- 1. ---------------------------- 1. ----------------------------


2. ---------------------------- 2. ---------------------------- 2. ----------------------------
3. ---------------------------- 3. ---------------------------- 3. ----------------------------
4. ---------------------------- 4. ---------------------------- 4. ----------------------------
5. ---------------------------- 5. ---------------------------- 5. ----------------------------
6. --------------------------- 6. --------------------------- 6. ---------------------------
Date: ------------------------ Date: ------------------------ Date: ------------------------

Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station:

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Maintenance

Replacement Record of Instrument Replacement Record of Instrument Replacement Record of Instrument

Replacement Date: Replacement Date: Replacement Date:

Replacement Mileage: Replacement Mileage: Replacement Mileage:

Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station:

Replacement Date: Replacement Date: Replacement Date:

Replacement Mileage: Replacement Mileage: Replacement Mileage:

Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station: Official Seal of Authorized Service Station:

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Capacity & Specification Parameters

Chapter 12 Capacity & Specification Parameters

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Capacity & Specification Parameters

VIN Engine Number ACTECO Engine

The vehicle VIN is located on right front Mitsubishi engine The ACTECO engine number is located on upper
wheelhouse. position of engine cylinder block as shown in the
The Mitsubishi 4G6 series engine number is
figure.
located at engine exhaust side cylinder body upper
VIN
part, as shown in the figure.

Vehicle Nameplate

Engine Number
Engine Number

The vehicle nameplate is located on left front


wheelhouse in engine compartment.

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Capacity & Specification Parameters

Fuel
Do not use the additives or engine
If you fill the fuel tank with leaded
finishing agent that have not been verified by
Capacity of Fuel Tank gasoline by accident, don’t start the engine
Chery company, as such additives are not
(even though only a little is added), as the
Metal fuel tank capacity is 57L; necessary, and they may damage the engine
lead contained in the fuel will permanently
under certain conditions and such damage is
Plastic fuel tank capacity is 55 L. damage the catalytic converter. It is
recommended to contact the nearest Chery
Only choose the following fuel grade and use the It is normal to hear the sound of “hissing” when
authorized service station immediately.
high quality fuel with detergent and other additives. opening the oil filler cap.
The using of low quality fuel may cause damage to
the engine.
Above 93# Unleaded Gasoline (octane
rating is above 93) Engine Oil
If the high quality gasoline with additives is
unavailable at the very moment, or in case of It is forbidden to use unleaded gasoline lower than
engine malfunctions, such as difficult starting, 93#, or the engine will be damaged and such Engine Oil Change
rough idle or power dip etc, proper additives may
damage is out of the warranty scope of the Chery
be added when filling fuel. Fuel additives have the Oil specification: SJ or higher grade of SJ
functions of preventing the engine from rust and company.
(SAE-10W-40)
scaling, cleaning the fuel supply system,
preventing the throttle valve from icing up within Vehicle equipped with the catalytic converter can
only use unleaded gasoline. Your vehicle engine is designed for the use of this
temperature range 0-15℃.
special oil. Be sure to use the required oil to
Chery authorized service station can provide the To avoid the possible mistake of wrong fuel filling,
achieve the best performance of the vehicle.
fuel additives verified by Chery Company. The the fuel tank is designed with a collaring oil filler
operators at the station are proficient in the using cap. Only the oil gun with unleaded gasoline could
of such additives and the handling method for the be put into it.
In the winter of alpine region, please
engine scaling, and they are ready to offer you the change the engine oil to the 5W-40 of the
best service. same grade. The S means gasoline engine
oil, J means the oil quality and SAE means
the viscosity grade.

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Please use Chery specified transmission oil


Filling Engine Oil provided by Chery authorized service station.
Oil filling quantity should not be above
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Chery authorized service station will keep oil
Rear Main Reducer Oil
change records, and will select the suggested oil.

If you need some advices or information in details, Please use Chery specified transmission oil
Vehicle Oil & Fluid
Chery authorized service station is glad to help provided by Chery authorized service station.
you.
Please change the oil & fluid according to the
maintenance intervals indicated in the Power Steering Oil
maintenance content.
Don’t use the oil that doesn’t comply
Chery specified power steering oil.
with above specification and requirements,
improper oil using may damage the engine, Manual Transmission Oil
and this kind of damage is excluded from Brake Fluid & Clutch Oil
warranty range. Please use Chery specified transmission oil
provided by Chery authorized service station. Use Dot4 brake fluid. Fill the fluid to the Max mark
as required. Only use the brake fluid without
Please inspect the oil level during regular
paraffin wax.
maintenance.
Do not use the additives or engine
finishing agent that have not been verified by Automatic Transmission Oil Under heavy load conditions (e.g.
Chery company, as such additives are not trailer vehicle, driving in mountain areas for a
necessary, and they may damage the engine Please use Chery specified transmission oil long time), change the brake pads together with
under certain conditions and such damage is provided by Chery authorized service station. the brake fluid. Make sure the filled brake fluid is
out of the warranty scope of the Chery. clean; no any dirt gets into the brake system, or
else braking performance breakdown will occur.
Transfer Case Oil

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Coolant Capacity (L) Rear main reducer (4WD) 0.8

Only use the coolant that complies with 4.3(4G64S4M/4 MT (QR523, QR523T,
Chery specification, and Chery authorized 2.2
G63S4M) QR523MHC. QR523MHF)
Engine oil (including oil filter)
service station has the Chery genuine
oil/fluid. 4.5 (ACTECO) AT (F4A4BK) 6.5

Windshield Washing Fluid Cooling system 7.5 AT (QR425AHA) 6

Please use Chery Automobile specified windshield Power steering MAX mark
washing fluid.
Windshield washing system MAX mark

Metal fuel tank 57


Fuel tank
Notice: the washing system may
cause damage to vehicle paint, so please Plastic fuel tank 55
notice:
1. Do not use anti-freezing liquid in Brake fluid / clutch oil
MAX mark
windshield washer. reservoir
2. Do not mix water with washing agent.
Water may cause the freezing of solution Transfer case (4WD) 0.8
and damage the washer reservoir and other
parts in system.

3. The non-specified specified washing


agent may cause damage to washing
system. So please use the washing agent
suggested by Chery.

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Vehicle Mass

Payload is the gross mass deducting kerb mass.

Optional parts and equipments installed afterwards


Please abide by the requirements
about the payload in the manual (if will decrease the payload.
applicable), it's not allowed to be overload, or Payload: four passengers weight about 300Kg,
else it may result in changing of braking and 75Kg per passenger.
operation performance, and may cause
accident.

Complete vehicle kerb mass is referred to the


vehicle mass in running condition, namely contains
coolant, lubrication oil, 90% fuel tank capacity ,tool,
spare wheel.

Empty containers of wasted engine oil or

filter can not be thrown away along with the home


rubbish. Please ask the qualified waste disposal
agency for treatment.

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SQR72 SQR72 SQR72 SQR716 SQR724 SQR7206 SQR718 SQR718 SQR7200 SQR7161
Vehicle Model
06 47 46 0T11 0T11T T11T 0T11 0T116 T11T6 T117
Whole vehicle kerb mass (kg) 1375 1380 1475 1375 1400 1395 1390 1400 1403
Whole vehicle kerb axle Front axle
laden mass (kg)
770 775 825 770 785 780 785 785 803

Rear axle (kg) 605 605 650 605 615 615 605 615 600
Rated Max. load mass (including the
passengers) Kg
375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375 375

Rated Max. mass (kg) 1750 1755 1850 1750 1775 1770 1765 1775 1778
Axle laden mass under Front axle
rated Max. mass (kg)
885 890 910 885 900 895 900 900 918

Rear axle (kg) 865 865 940 865 875 875 865 875 860
Rated Max. allowable axle Front axle
laden mass (kg)
1000

Rear axle (kg) 1200


Passenger No. (including driver) 5

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◊ If winter tyres are used, the pressure values in above table should
Wheel and Tyre increase by 20Kpa.

◊ To facilitate finding the prescribed pressure value, there is a label


Tyre pressure attached on the inner side of fuel filler cap.
Check the tyre pressure in cold condition before your traveling. (including Wheel
spare tyre pressure)
Tyre Wheel rim
Tyre pressure (cold tyre) (Kpa)

Item Front tyre Rear tyre Spare tyre 215/65R16 98H 7JX16 (ET+45)

215/65R16 98H 200 200 250 215/60R17 96H 17X7J(ET+45)

235/60R16 100H 200 200 250 235/60R16 100H 7JX16 (ET+33)

215/60R17 96H 200 200 250 The tightening torque of wheel bolt is 110N•m.

Tyre pressure notices


◊ Check the tyre pressure at least once a month, tyre pressure is more
important at a high-speed driving.

◊ The pressure values in the table are for cold tyre, the pressure will
increase slightly after heated, but it is not necessary to decrease the
pressure.

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Engine Specification

Engine model 4G63S4M 4G64S4M SQR481F SQR484F SQR481FC SQR481FG

Vertical type, in-line


In-line 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, water cooling, 4-cylinder, water cooling,
Vertical type, in-line 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, 16-valve, forced water
Engine type SOHC, 16-valve, sequential multi-point 4-stroke, DOHC,
cooling, DOHC, multi-point electronic fuel injection
fuel injection mechanical
supercharger

Cylinder bore (mm) 85 86. 5 81 83.5 81 81

Piston stroke (mm) 88 100 77.5 90 89.5 77.5

Displacement (ml) 1997 2350 1597 1971 1845 1597

Output power kW 92(6000r/min) 95(5500r/min) 80 (5800 r/min) 95 (5500 r/min) 97(5750 r/min) 110(5500 r/min)

167.7(3000-45 195(2500-3000r
Output torque N●m 144 (4200r/min) 180(4000 r/min) 170(4500 r/min) 205(3500-4000 r/min)
00r/min) /min)

Fuel 93# 93# 93# 93# 93# 93#

Compression ratio 10: 1 9.5:1 10.5: 1 10: 1 10.5: 1 8.8:1

Ignition sequence 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2

BKR6E-11/K20P BKR5E-11/K16PR
Spark plug (NGK) FR7DTC FR7DTC FR7DTC FR7DTC
R-U11/K7RF-11 -U11/K6RF-11

You can start the Inspections and adjustments after at least 5 minutes as of the engine stop.

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Vehicle Dimensions
Total height

Wheelbase
Wheel track

Max. Length Total width

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Note: because of various tyres, the vehicle height differs slightly.

Tyre model 215/65R16 235/60R16 215/60R17

Max. Length 4285 4390

Width 1765

Height 1705

Wheelbase 2510

Front 1500 1524 1500


Wheel track
Rear 1495 1519 1495

Front suspension 750 850


Suspension
Rear suspension 1025 1030

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Contact Us
Contact Information of Chery International

Address: After-sales Service Dept, Chery International

No.8, Changchun Road, Wuhu Economic & Technology Development Zone Anhui Province, P.R.China

Post: 241009

E-mail:helpdesk@mychery.com

Website: www.cheryinternational.com

Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. reserves the rights of revising this manual and may not give the further notification in the case of changing.

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