BYD ATTO 3 2022, Owner'S Manual

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CAUTION
•Please carry out regular vehicle
maintenance according to the
requirements in the BYD Auto
"Warranty and Maintenance Service
Manual".
Vehicle Corrosion
Prevention
The most common causes of vehicle The most common causes of vehicle
corrosion are: corrosion are:
• The underbody of the vehicle is covered
in salt, dust and moisture.
• The vehicle or some of its parts are
exposed to high humidity and high
temperature for a long time.
• The paint layer or underlayer is
scratched by minor collision or by stones
and gravel.
To prevent vehicle corrosion, the following To prevent vehicle corrosion, the following
criteria should be observed: criteria should be observed:
• Wash the vehicle frequently.
• If driving on saline roads in winter
or living in coastal areas, wash the
landing area of the vehicle at least
once a month, and clean the chassis
and hood with a water cannon or
steam to reduce corrosion. Wash the
chassis thoroughly after winter.
• Check body paint and trims
• If any chip or crack is found on the
paint, it must be repaired immediately
to prevent corrosion. If fragments or
cracks peel off from the metal surface,
please go to a BYD authorized dealer
or service provider for repair.
• Check the interior compartment
• Moisture and dust will accumulate
under the carpet and cause corrosion.
Check the undersides of carpets
frequently to make sure these areas
are dry.
• Special care should be taken when
transporting chemicals, detergents,
fertilizers, salt, and other substances,
and such substances should be
kept in appropriate containers for
transportation. If spillage or leakage
is found, clean immediately and keep
dry.
• Use of fenders
• Fenders can protect vehicles in saline
areas or on gravel roads. The bigger
and closer to the ground the fender,
the better.
• Park in a well-ventilated and dry area.
Paint Maintenance Tips
• Do not perform secondary painting if
there is no obvious scratches on the
finish, so as to prevent mismatch or
color incompatibility.
• When the vehicle is not used for a long
period, it should be parked in a garage or
a well-ventilated place, and special body
cover should be used in winter. Choose a
shady place for parking temporarily.
• Prevent strong impacts, knocks or
scratches on the paint. If the paint is
scratched, dented or if it peels, it should
be repaired in time, which should be
carried out by professional auto beauty
provider.
• Do not touch the paint with a greasy
cloth. Do not place greasy tools or rub
with organic solvents on the vehicle
body so as to avoid chemical reactions.