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BYD e6A AUTO Owner's Manual

Self-maintenance 5-1

Chapter 5

Self-maintenance

Foreword

Motor compartment Exterior ............................................. 5-2

Fuse Location ................................................................... 5-3
Precautions on Self-maintenance ..................................... 5-4
Location of Jack ................................................................ 5-5

Summary of Contents for e6A

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Page 3: ...ed by the Warranty of BYD Please follow the instructions where Warning Caution and Tips are indicated in this Manual to avoid the possibility of injury or damage The notice types and their purposes are as follows Safety Sign The illustrations provided in this manual are for reference only BYD Auto Co Ltd reserves the right for revising technical characteristics and contents of this manual without ...

Page 4: ...or In event of a vehicle fire please extinguish it using a special fire extinguisher for electric fires WARNING Precautions in Use of Pure Electric Vehicle EV The high voltage DC power generated by the vehicle power battery is very dangerous it may cause electric shock or severe burns serious injury or even death To avoid personal injury please do NOT touch the high voltage cable orange or its con...

Page 5: ...rbags 1 37 1 4 Steering Wheel and Rearview Mirror 1 53 1 5 Switch 1 59 1 6 Automobile Multimedia System 1 69 1 7 Air Conditioning System 1 79 1 8 Other Equipment 1 91 Chapter 2 BYD e6A Operation and Driving 2 1 2 1 e6A Operation Tips 2 1 2 2 Starting and Driving 2 11 Chapter 3 Emergency Treatment 3 1 Chapter 4 Vehicle Service Maintenance 4 1 4 1 Anti corrosion and Auto Exterior Maintenance 4 1 4 2...

Page 6: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Chapter 5 Self maintenance 5 1 5 1 Foreword 5 1 5 2 Motor and Chassis 5 7 5 3 Electric Appliance 5 17 5 4 Part Specifications 5 25 ...

Page 7: ...nsions Length mm 4560 Width mm 1822 Height mm 1630 1723 with antenna Wheelbase mm 2830 Tread Front mm 1556 Rear mm 1558 Curb Weight kg 2315 Gross Weight kg 2690 Tire Size 225 65R17 or T145 90R17 spare tire Approach Angle degree 21 e6A 20 e6B Departure Angle degree 25 e6A 32 e6B Front Overhang mm 920 ...

Page 8: ...ype Permanent magnetic synchronous motor Maximum output power kw 120 Maximum torque Nm 450 Maximum Gradeability 30 100 km energy consumption kWh 100 km 15 Constant speed metering method 60 km h 20 5 Working condition method The actual power consumption depends on factors such as car and road conditions driving patterns etc ...

Page 9: ... is marked on the beam of co driver s seat A flexible label is available on the lower left of front windshield The VIN is also marked on the vehicle nameplate to facilitate the owner s registration VIN identification VIN plate Lower left corner of the front windshield Vehicle Identification Number VIN ...

Page 10: ... Owner s Manual 4 Other signs and warnings Front nameplate On the guard plate of right shock absorber inside the motor compartment Warning sign of cooling fan In the middle of front beam of front motor compartment ...

Page 11: ...oolant On the front beam of motor compartment right opposite the coolant filler Warning sign of the air conditioning system On the sheet metal above the shock absorber on the rear right of front motor compartment and behind the air conditioning pipe bracket ...

Page 12: ...se a When warning lamps on the instrument panel light up please drive the car to a BYD authorized service station for inspection b This car is equipped with SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioning system Please abide by the following precautions c SRS is an auxiliary device for seat belts which is provided to ensure safety in event of an accident while driving Please fasten your seat belt pr...

Page 13: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 7 Indication sign of air filter for air conditioning system Posted on the right cover of instrument panel Warning sign of service switch Inside the central storage box ...

Page 14: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 8 Anti theft system label On the lower inner side of front door glass Tire pressure indication sign R17 Below the lock ring of left front door ...

Page 15: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 9 Warning sign for auxiliary passenger airbag On the right side of the instrument panel Fuse label Inside the lower guard plate of the left A pillar ...

Page 16: ...olyte The car is equipped with an FE battery The in car power supply should be repaired by a qualified techinician Improper repair may result in injuries Avoid contact of alkaline electrolyte with skins eyes and clothes In case of an accident flush with water and get immediate medical attention Do not expose the FE battery to open flame or burn it Please make sure you read the Service Manual befor...

Page 17: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 11 Battery charging warning sign On the lower surface of charging socket ...

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Page 19: ... AUTO Owner s Manual Operation of Instruments and Controllers 1 1 Chapter 1 Operation of Instruments and Controllers Combination instrument Instrument Panel Appearance 1 2 Combination Instrument Appearance 1 4 ...

Page 20: ... mirror control switch optional 7 Headlight adjustment switch optional 8 Air duct adjustment knob 9 Side air vent 10 Front driver airbag 11 Central air vent 12 Combination instrument 13 Front passenger airbag 14 Side air vent 15 DVD display screen optional 16 Gear shift handle 17 Air conditioning control panel 18 Cigar Lighter 19 Switch Group 20 Door light 21 In car mobile phone optional 22 Centra...

Page 21: ...ruments and Controllers 1 3 Switch Group 1 Mileage changeover switch 2 Backlight brightness adjustment switch 3 Power economy mode changeover switch 4 Emergency warning light switch 5 Clock adjustment switch 6 Reversing radar power switch optional ...

Page 22: ...ors and warning buzzers in Section 1 5 for details Braking system Malfunction Indicator Door Trunk Status Indicator Seat Belt Indicator SRS Malfunction Indicator DC Warning Indicator Width indicating Light Indicator Front Fog Light Indicator High Beam Headlight Indicator ABS Malfunction Indicator Rear Fog Light Indicator Motor Coolant Overheat Indicator Power System Malfunction Indicator Turn Sign...

Page 23: ...er Battery Overheat Indicator Power Battery Charging Connective Indicator Power Battery Low Power Indicator READY Indicator Power Battery Fault Indicator Motor Overheat Indicator Reversing radar information Smart key key position indicator Front passenger airbag on and off indicator Sport mode indicator ...

Page 24: ... while the power switch is on The indication is symmetrical on both left and right sides and changes simultaneously Tips The power battery must be charged as soon as possible when the indicator bar has entered or is going to enter into the red zone Power meter The power meter indicated the power of the vehicle in kw The power indication might be negative while the vehicle is driving downhill or ru...

Page 25: ...ter to zero rotate the display To rotate the display of the odometer press and then release the switch quickly For each press the meter display will rotate from odometer to Trip A from Trip A to Trip B or from Trip B to odometer To reset a trip odometer to zero first switch the information displayed on the screen to the desired reading Trip A Trip B and then press the button until it is reset to z...

Page 26: ...p the car immediately and contact a BYD authorized service station b Indicator and buzzer Fasten the driver s safety belt c Send the car to a specified service station Please contact a BYD authorized service station d Send the car to a specified service station If the braking system warning light also illuminates please contact a BYD authorized service station e Close all doors f Contact a BYD aut...

Page 27: ...station if such a fault is detected check whether the coolant is sufficient and park the car to let the power motor cool down Please contact BYD staff in event of frequent occurrence j Please drive the car to a specified service station please contact BYD staff k Please send the car to a specified service station please contact BYD staff l Please drive the car to a specified service station Please...

Page 28: ... to fasten the seat belt When the ignition key is turned to ON position this indicator light will come on if the driver s seat belt is not fastened The light will remain on unless the driver s seat belt is fastened c DC fault warning light The function of this light is to warn of the operating condition of the DC module If this light comes on while driving it suggests that there is problem with th...

Page 29: ...ht comes on while driving The instantaneous flashing of the warning light during operation is a normal condition Tips If the ABS warning light is still on when the braking system warning light comes on please park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact a BYD service station The anti lock braking system will not work when braking and the vehicle will also become extremely unstable in s...

Page 30: ...ation for an inspection of the vehicle This light does not come on or remains on when the power is switched to ON position This light comes on while driving The instantaneous flashing of the warning light during operation is a normal condition NOTE Do not drive the vehicle while the warning indicator is on even for a short distance Otherwise the motor could be damaged i Motor Overheat Warning Indi...

Page 31: ...uggests that there is a fault with the power battery Please contact a BYD service station as soon as possible for an inspection of the vehicle l Power Battery Overheat Indicator When this light comes on it means that the power battery temperature is too high The vehicle must be stopped to let the battery cool down The power battery may overheat in the following operating conditions Driving uphill ...

Page 32: ...em for the front passenger seat when that seat is occupied by an adult to ensure the safety of the passenger Please turn off the airbag system for the front passenger seat when that seat is occupied by a child to ensure the safety of the passenger because inflation of the airbag might cause injury to the child ...

Page 33: ...nual Doors and Keys 1 15 Chapter 1 Section 2 Doors and Keys Keys 1 16 Intelligent Access and Starting System 1 22 Front Doors 1 26 Trunk lid 1 27 Charger socket cover 1 28 Front motor compartment cover 1 28 Power windows 1 33 ...

Page 34: ...eart pacemakers and defibrillators and people using other medical electronic devices must ask manufacturer about the dangers of interference to these device posed by electromagnetic waves Electromagnetic wave may cause unexpected results to these devices NOTE Pay attention to the following items when using intelligent keys Do not attach any object which may block electromagnetic waves such as a me...

Page 35: ...than in the vehicle If the key is lost or you need to make a spare key the BYD authorized service station can reproduce a key according to the key number It is recommended to take note of the key number and keep it at a safe place Wireless Remote Control Electronic Intelligent Key 1 Lock UP Switch 2 Unlock Switch 3 Remote trunk lid switch 4 Mechanical key 5 Indicator Wireless remote control system...

Page 36: ... radio station or transmitter nearby which may interfere with the key Battery may have depleted Check the battery in the key To replace the battery please see Replace Battery of Electronic Intelligent Key If you lose the electronic intelligent key please contact a BYD authorized service station as soon as possible to prevent the car from being stolen Locking Operation Unlocking Operation When lock...

Page 37: ...operation Finding Car Operation When the car is under anti theft state press down locking switch and the car will give out a long sound with the turning signal lights flashing for 15 seconds When you can not find your car this function is useful to locate it Under searching state press the locking switch again to enter into the search state for the second time Replace Card type Intelligent Key Bat...

Page 38: ...n work normally If it still cannot work please contact a BYD authorized service station NOTE Do not alter the emission frequency increase the emission power including but not limited to adding emission frequency amplifiers equip with an external antenna or use other emission antennas without permission Use of the electronic intelligent key should not produce any harmful interference to any legal w...

Page 39: ...hands otherwise the static produced may damage the key Do not leave out any components when replacing the key battery Only use batteries recommended by BYD service station or their equivalent for replacement Dispose of depleted batteries according to local laws Replace the electronic intelligent key battery in the following steps a Pull down release switch and take out mechanical key b Open electr...

Page 40: ...cover firmly Intelligent Access and Starting System The intelligent access and starting system has the following main features Wireless remote control function See Wireless Remote Control in this Section for details Access function and starting function see Access Function and Starting Function in this Section Steering lock function refer to Steering Lock Function in this Section Button Starting f...

Page 41: ...k Function When the doors are locked through wireless remote control or microswitch the steering wheel will be locked The steering lock will be automatically released when the ENGINE START STOP switch is pressed when the key is inside the vehicle If the green indicator on the ENGINE START STOP switch flashes that means that the steering lock is stuck To release the lock please turn the steering wh...

Page 42: ...mebody else operates a wireless remote control function on a car nearby When the battery is depleted To replace battery please see Replace Card type Intelligent Key Battery and Replace Electronic Intelligent Key Battery in this Section When the intelligent key is near high voltage devices or noise generating devices When you take the intelligent key together with a key for intelligent access and m...

Page 43: ...eeps once again indicating that you can start the vehicle 3 Start the vehicle within 5 seconds after the buzzer beeps You can also conduct the procedure above with a card type intelligent key which has a depleted battery to start the vehicle If you cannot access the car or start the vehicle with the card type intelligent key the battery may have depleted Please replace the battery as soon as possi...

Page 44: ...ncrease the emission power including but not limited to adding emission frequency amplifiers equip with an external antenna or use other emission antennas without permission Use of the electronic intelligent key should not produce any harmful interference to any legal wireless communication services stop use of it immediately if any interference is found and do not use it until the interference ha...

Page 45: ...r Pressing the locking button while opening closing any door When the motor is not shut down When the power supply is at ACC or ON Unlocking Operation Press down the microswitch button on the outer door handle slowly and firmly All doors will be unlocked at the same time The turn signal lights will flash twice When the doors are unlocked you shall open a door in 30 seconds Otherwise all doors will...

Page 46: ... hood To open the front motor hood a Change to park or neutral gear and apply the parking brake Pull up the front motor hood opening handle that is located at the lower left corner of the instrument panel and the motor hood will pop up slightly Tips Please confirm that the motor hood is closed and locked firmed before driving the vehicle Otherwise the front motor hood could suddenly open while dri...

Page 47: ...car from theft under anti theft status if any door is opened the system will give out alarm sound While the alarm system gives out sound the turn signal lights will flash System Settings a Shut down the motor b All passengers shall get off c Lock all doors When all doors are locked the anti theft indicator will remains on The anti theft system will be set up automatically after 10 seconds The anti...

Page 48: ...until driving away NOTE Wait a few seconds after starting the vehicle should not be operated until the OK light comes on If the OK light does not come on after several starting attempts please note any fault indicators on the combination instrument Contact a BYD authorized service station if necessary b Start motor Button Starting Function To start the electric vehicle press the ENGINE START STOP ...

Page 49: ... out warning tone and Key is not detected is displayed on the right information screen it means the key is not in place Even if the intelligent key is in the car for example on floor in cup holder trunk or glove box the motor cannot be started under such conditions When pressing down ENGINE START STOP switch if the starting function is not normal the possible causes are The battery in the intellig...

Page 50: ...tering the car the driver shall make sure the intelligent key is on the hand NOTE Do not touch the ENGINE START STOP switch while driving If the motor must be stopped while driving hold the ENGINE START STOP switch for more than 3 seconds Key Position Indicator of Intelligent Key System System Function Indicator If any of the following warning please follow the instructions below a When pressing d...

Page 51: ...ows on the driver s side There are four buttons at the window control switch at the driver s side which control the window lifters at the left front door right front door left rear door and right rear door respectively The control has precedence over the window lifter switches in the right front door the left rear door or the right rear door Lifting pull up the switch gently and the window will ri...

Page 52: ...h to lock the doors or press the rear part to unlock the doors b Windows main switch It is used to enable or disable the window lifter switches at the right front door the left rear door and the right rear door When this switch is pressed the window lifter switches at the right front door the left rear door and the right rear door will be disabled Operation of the windows on passenger s side The w...

Page 53: ...S When CPLS is set the rear passengers will not be able to open the doors from inside as the doors can only be opened from outside Therefore the doors are prevented from accidental opening by a child or in event of a collision accident The child lock can be released by simply pulling up latch ...

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Page 55: ...O Owner s Manual Seats seat belts and airbags 1 37 Chapter 1 Section 3 Seats seat belts and airbags Front Seats 1 40 Rear seats 1 40 Head restraint 1 40 Seat Belts 1 41 Driver and front passenger SRS airbags 1 45 ...

Page 56: ...Do not overly tilt the seatback The seat belt can provide the maximum protection in event of front or rear collision only when the passengers are seated upright and against the seatback If the passenger leans on the seatback in an inclined position the seat belt at the waist may slide over the hips and apply direct pressure on the abdomen or the neck may hit the shoulder section of the seat belt I...

Page 57: ...st just pull up the backrest adjusting handle on the external side of seat bottom the position of the adjusting handle is shown in the figure After the backrest is moved to the desired position release the adjusting handle and lock the backrest in the new position Driver seat lumbar support adjustment To adjust the position of the lumbar support just use the lumbar adjusting handwheel on the right...

Page 58: ...he backrest in the new position Adjustment of back seats The rear seats of the car are of the separate type i e the seat cushion assembly is separate from the backrest assembly When the retaining ring lock between two headrests on the backrest is pulled up the left and right retaining rings will be opened Press down the backrest to the seat cushion to save space inside the car Adjustment of seat h...

Page 59: ... lock body To unfasten the seat belt just press down the red button PRESS on the lock body Tips The seat belt is designed to support the human skeletal system Therefore when worn it should ride over the front of pelvis as low as possible i e it should ride over the pelvis the front chest and the shoulder The lap belt should avoid riding over the abdomen When the seat belt is worn the principle of ...

Page 60: ...NG When the car is running passengers should sit on the seats and wear the seat belts at all times Otherwise serious injury and even death are liable to be caused in the event of emergency braking or collision Please follow the cautions below when the seat belts are used A seat belt cannot be shared even by two or more children together Do not overly tilt the seatback The seat belt can provide the...

Page 61: ...hen the seat belt is released allow it to retract completely before pulling it out again If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor pull it forcefully and then release it Then it can be pulled out smoothly from the retractor Adjustment of the position of the three point seat belt The position of the lap belt should be placed as low as possible over the hips rather than in the waist pos...

Page 62: ...k middle seat Sit straight on the seat rest on the backrest fasten the seat belt and insert the tongue into the buckle A clicking sound will be made after the tongue is inserted into the buckle If the seat belt is not long enough keep the plug and seat belt at a right angle and then pull the tongue Retract the excess part of seat belt adjust the seat belt position and try to keep it on the hips To...

Page 63: ...ened seat belts For the safety of yourself and your family please pay special attention to the Notice and Tips in this section Please keep the seat belt fastened while driving Please keep sitting in correct posture so that the protection effect of the seat belt and airbag system can be taken into full play Children shall be seated in rear seats Do not dismount parts of the airbag without permissio...

Page 64: ...s not on After the power switch is turned on the warning indicator is still on after 5 s or flashes and is on again after it is off After the power switch is turned off the warning indicator is on again The indicator turns on or flashes in driving Tips If any trouble with airbag system please send the car to BYD service station for check and repair Or in case of an accident the airbag system can n...

Page 65: ...s will be greatly reduced The air bag which is developed specially will absorb energy to discharge air at a certain speed and thus reduce the action effect on the drivers and passengers and reduce the injury to them after it is deployed and is impacted by the driver and passenger bodies After the accident the deployed airbag will discharge the air completely and will not the obscure the front view...

Page 66: ...e SRS airbag may be deployed If the car has a severe impact from the bottom SRS airbag may be deployed In the following cases the SRS airbag may not be deployed Examples are shown in the figure below In the events where the car hits a projecting object on the road sides a traffic island or stones on the road sides etc ...

Page 67: ...t Trigger Airbag Generally The car crashes into a concrete column a tree or other long and thin objects The car bumps into a truck The car rolls laterally Other vehicles hit the sides of car The car crashes into a wall with a non head on collision Other vehicles hit the rear of the car ...

Page 68: ...th dry or slightly wetted cloth and it is prohibited to knocked at such places violently It is prohibited to let child sit in the front seat without protection If a collision triggers the air bag the child passenger may get seriously injured or even killed Don t leave any person animal or object between the driver front seat passenger and the air bag deployment range It is extremely dangerous for ...

Page 69: ...adjusted properly When special equipment needs to be installed for the disabled within the range of the steering wheel When adjustment of the front seat is required for specific reasons the seat cannot be kept within the scope set by the manufacturer Disabling of the airbag system shall be conducted by a BYD authorized service station After a certain airbag is disabled the BYD authorized service s...

Page 70: ...n it doesn t respond to the collision but improper maintenance or failure to repair faulty parts may affect the normal performance of the airbag system In the following cases please contact the BYD authorized service stations immediately SRS Airbag is inflated The steering wheel pad cross section or the front passenger airbag cover has been scratched cracked or been damaged in other ways ...

Page 71: ...A AUTO Owner s Manual Steering Wheel and Rearview Mirror 1 53 Chapter 1 Section 4 Steering Wheel and Rearview Mirror Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 54 Inner Rearview Mirror 1 54 Outer Power Rearview Mirrors 1 56 ...

Page 72: ...ust them to the optimum visual angle The rearview mirrors should be well adjusted before driving If the inner rearview mirror is frozen don t scratch its surface Instead a spray deicer or other methods should be used first before adjusting Do not adjust the rearview mirrors while driving It may cause incorrect operation of the car and result in an accident Automatic anti glare function if provided...

Page 73: ...nner rearview mirror just acts as the role of indication and doesn t represent the direction of vehicle heading Then the state is called the calibration display state It is suggested that a clip is used as the calibration tool Before calibration select an open smooth square a closed loop block or an annular driveway and identify the directions of east south west and north as shown in the figure Ca...

Page 74: ...ion display state and enter the normal display state Otherwise if the word West appears after the button Enter is pressed for the second time the motor should be stopped first and the calibration should be started again from Step 1 If other words appear the motor doesn t have to be stopped and the calibration can be restarted from Step 2 Step 6 verification After the calibration is finished drive ...

Page 75: ...ght 2 Control switch it is used to adjust the outer rearview mirror Press the switch according to the required direction 3 Folding switch it is used to control the folding of outer rearview mirrors When the key is in the position ACC or ON the outer rearview mirrors can be adjusted NOTE If the rear view mirror is frozen do not manipulate the controller or scrape the surface of the rearview mirror ...

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Page 77: ...59 Chapter 1 Section 5 Switch Front headlight 1 60 Instrument switch 50 Left Combination Switch 1 62 Right Combination Switch 1 65 Wiper and Washer 1 65 Outer Power Rearview Mirror Switch 1 66 Window lifter switch for left front door 1 67 ...

Page 78: ...2 1 Mileage change over reset ODO TRIP switch In the ACC gear every time the switch of ODO TRIP is pressed the mileage display mode in the combination instrument will be changed once in the following order odometer TRIP A TRIP B odometer 2 Backlight brightness adjustment switch In the gear ON the brightness of the vehicle backlight can be adjusted by pressing the button a Daylight mode before the ...

Page 79: ... the switch will spring back the indicator light will be off the reversing radar power will be disconnected the display alarm function will be disabled and the vehicle shape indicator light will be off 4 Emergency warning light switch When something is wrong with the car surrounding people may be endangered In this event press down the emergency alarm light switch All steering lights of the vehicl...

Page 80: ...l handle assembly Turn the dimmer knob clockwise to AUTO running lights and front headlights will be on automatically according to the ambient illumination conditions Small light Turn the dimmer knob anticlockwise to running lights and all backlight lamps of vehicle will be on Low beam light Turn the dimmer knob anticlockwise to the low beam lights will be on High beam light When the light handle ...

Page 81: ...be off at this moment the front fog lights are still on and the fog light switch will return to the position automatically a In the event that the rear fog lights are turned on and the front fog lights are off the rear fog lights will be off when the front headlights are turned off b When the car light control switch is turned to the position OFF both the front and the rear fog lights will be off ...

Page 82: ...f lights will be turned on automatically Ending of the automatic light switch off function only after the key is engaged in Gear II the automatic light switch off function will be disabled and the light knobs will work normally With the function of automatic light switch off the lights can be switched off Moreover after the anti theft function is initiated first and then be disabled the turned off...

Page 83: ...pectively a Turn the switch knob to gear the wiper will start wiping at low speed every 7 s b Turn the switch knob to gear the wiper will start wiping at low speed every 5 s c Turn the switch knob to gear the wiper will start wiping at low speed every 3 s d Turn the switch knob to gear the wiper will start wiping at low speed every 1s Position 4 LO wiping at low speed Position 5 HI wiping at high ...

Page 84: ...tch Adjust the outer rear view mirrors with this switch 1 Selection switch it is used to select which rear view mirror shall be adjusted Press the switch to L left or R right 2 Control switch it is used to adjust the outer rearview mirror Press switch as per your demand 3 Folding switch it is used for folding outer rearview mirrors When the key is in the position ACC or ON the outer rearview mirro...

Page 85: ...d the window will stay at current position or keep pressing and the window will completely open Automatic descending of driver s side window press the switch AUTO completely and then release it Then the window will be completely opened If the window is to be stopped midway just pull the switch upward slightly and then release it a Door locking switches Two such switches are located at the window l...

Page 86: ...s door Open Press the switch Close Pull up the switch The windows will not be controlled by the switches at passenger s side if the window locking switch at the driver s side is pressed Tips Please be aware of safety as the power windows are not provided with anti clamping feature Please use the windows locking switch when there is a child in the vehicle to prevent any accidental operation of the ...

Page 87: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Automobile Multimedia System 1 69 Chapter 1 Section 6 Automobile Multimedia System Use of On vehicle CD 1 70 ...

Page 88: ...ristics a Play CD and mp3 etc b AM FM radio is provided c anti shake mechanism d Maximum output power 45W 4 Major technical parameters Item Parameter Unit Working Voltage DC 11 16 V Maximum output power 45Wx4 W Maximum Working Current 10 A FM Frequency Range 87 5 108 0 MHZ AM Frequency Range 522 1620 KHZ ...

Page 89: ... of the in vehicle CD panel function 2 RPT button 3 INT button 4 RDM button 5 button 1 Pause button SEEK button SEEK button SCAN button F M1 button 6 button TUNE button TUNE button MUTE button AUX button F M2 button AMmode button power volume button AUDIO button DISC button ...

Page 90: ... the AM radio function in all modes AUDIO button press the button to switch to sound effect setting The setting options are treble bass fader and balance DISC button press the button to switch to the CD mode in all modes NO DISC will be displayed under the event of no disc being inserted AUX button press the button to switch to the AUX mode in all modes and NO AUX will be displayed if there is no ...

Page 91: ...hannel 3 4 RDM button CD mode tracks are played randomly Radio mode press the button shortly to select radio channel 4 hold the button to save the present frequency in channel 4 5 button Radio mode press the button shortly to select radio channel 5 hold the button to save the present frequency in channel 5 6 button Radio mode press the button shortly to select radio channel 6 hold the button to sa...

Page 92: ...s severely due to driving on a rough road the disc may skip If the running of CD player seems normal but no sound comes out because of moisture please allow the CD player to dry and then play it properly WARNING CD optical head belongs to the laser product category which may produce radiation Ensure the the CD player is operated properly Use only CD shown in the above pictures The following CD can...

Page 93: ... playing a segment repeatedly When not using a disc please take the disc out of the CD player and store it in a CD box Keep the discs away from oil thermal sources and direct sunlight To clean CD dampen a dry soft cloth in water and wipe the CD disc surface carefully And then wipe it clean with another dry soft cloth Do not use alcohol or other cleaners NOTICE Do not use uniquely shaped transparen...

Page 94: ...scratched a Put it in the correct direction b Clean it or replace with a new one c skipping because of vibration a The player isn t installed securely b The disc is dirty or scratched a Install the player securely with fixing parts b Clean the disc or replace with a new one d Preset radio stations disappear and cannot be stored The battery cable is connected incorrectly Connect the battery cable t...

Page 95: ...ld or switch to scan a station at close frequency and stop when receiving clear signals If you want to scan another station please repeat above operation In scanning mode you may press or switch to cancel this mode CD DVD player mode Select a desired track program Quickly press and release or switch Select the next track above track Vehicle digital television mode if equipped Select Preset channel...

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Page 97: ...ditioning System 1 79 Chapter 1 Section 7 Air Conditioning System Automatic air conditioning control panel 1 80 Automatic air conditioning information display 1 84 Operation Gist 1 85 Side air vent 1 88 Check and replace air filter 1 88 ...

Page 98: ... Air Conditioning System Automatic air conditioning control panel 1 OFF button 2 A C button 3 AUTO button 4 MODE button 5 Front defrost button 6 Air suction mode selection button 7 Fan speed control button 8 Temperature control button ...

Page 99: ...r conditioning system off When the temperature is set to L0 position or HI position the air conditioning system will run in cooling mode or heating mode and cannot control the climate in the vehicle Fan speed control button Press a proper fan speed control button to set the fan at the desired speed the higher the fan speed is the more air flows in Press up or down button to adjust the fan speed Pr...

Page 100: ...ff MODE knob Press the air supply selection button to choose air supply mode Do not operate the air supply selection button unless you want to select another air supply mode during automatic operation 1 Air mainly flows to the upper body 2 Air mainly flows to the upper body and footwells 3 Air mainly flows to the footwells ...

Page 101: ...al recirculation A C button Press the A C button to switch on the air conditioner then the A C button indicator will turn on Press it again to switch off the air conditioner Front defrost button The indicator will turn on when the button is pressed and the air will mainly flow out from the windshield vents When pressed again the indicator will go off and the air supply mode will return to the last...

Page 102: ...the top of the DVD display if no actions for a while the menu will be retracted automatically b For standard model the information of air conditioner displays on the CD player screen when operating the air conditioner the information including A C status AUTO status air volume set temperature air supply mode and suction mode will be shown on the bottom of the CD display Display the set temperature...

Page 103: ...ce fogging on the windows When following other vehicles on a dusty road or driving in windy and dusty conditions it is recommended to select the internal air recirculation mode temporarily Thus the external air suctions are closed to prevent external air and dust entering the vehicle as well Heating To get best effect set the panel of air conditioner to the following Automatic operation Press AUTO...

Page 104: ...ion Press AUTO button Temperature set to low temperature Air suction mode external recirculation ambient air Air conditioner OFF Manual operation Fan speed set to the desired fan speed Temperature set to low temperature Air suction mode external recirculation ambient air Air supply mode Air conditioner OFF Defog defrost Inside of windshield To get best effect set the panel of the air conditioner t...

Page 105: ...following Automatic operation Temperature set to high temperature Air flow mode external recirculation ambient air Air supply mode Manual operation Fan speed set to the desired fan speed Temperature set to high temperature Air flow mode external recirculation ambient air Air supply mode Press button down and the air flow will be supplied from windshield vents To keep a clear forward view you may a...

Page 106: ...side and central vents which may be opened or closed as shown in the figure Check and replace air filter The label for air filter shown in the figure is located on the right side of the instrument panel It indicates that there is an air filter installed Air filter can prevent dust getting into the vehicle from the vents of air conditioning system ON OFF OFF ON ...

Page 107: ...he efficiency of air conditioner you must check and replace air filter according to the maintenance program refer to BYD Maintenance Program a Remove the instrument panel lower protector RH 9 clamps used to assembly lower protector RH and instrument panel b Take out the filter box from the outlet of filter as shown in the figure c Remove the strainer from the filter box d Check the surface of the ...

Page 108: ...the glass surface quickly When the defogger is operating the indicator light will come on The defogger turns off automatically after approximately 15 minutes WARNING Do not touch the outer rear view mirror surface when the defogger is operating because the mirror surface will be hot When the glass surface is clear press this button switch again to turn the defogger off If the defogger continues op...

Page 109: ...s Manual Other Equipment 1 91 Chapter 1 Section 8 Other Equipment Clock and Temperature Adjustment 1 92 Reversing Radar System 1 93 Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray 1 94 Service Switch 1 94 Sun Visors 1 95 Vanity mirror 1 95 ...

Page 110: ...o the adjacent value rapidly by pressing R For example 1 06 is changed into 1 00 or 1 56 is changed into 2 00 30 the current hours will be selected otherwise the next hours will be selected Electronic clock and external temperature display Time and temperature are shown on the combination meter Reversing Radar System if equipped During reversing it will remind the driver of the approximate distanc...

Page 111: ...not stick accessories or other things on the sensor used for probing barriers Otherwise it will interfere with the accurate operation of the system which may cause unexpected accidents The system cannot work normally under the following conditions Things such as ice snow and mud are stuck on the sensor Stop the car in the environment of high or low temperature for a long time Drive on the rough pa...

Page 112: ...t After cigar lighter lights up it will pop up for use If the motor is not running the key must be in the position of ACC Do not press and hold the cigar lighter Ashtray To use ashtray pull it out Make sure to extinguish the cigarette thoroughly after smoking in order to prevent fire caused by the lit cigarettes Push back the ashtray to its original position after use To take out the ashtray press...

Page 113: ...switch plug the handle in and rotate it by 90 degrees to the limit position Sun Visors Pull down the sun visors for usage Remove the sun visors from clips and turn them to the side window Thus they can also be used as the side window sun visors Make sure the sun visors have been put back to their original positions when entering or leaving the vehicle Vanity mirror if equipped Open the cover to us...

Page 114: ...rforming maintenance work During charging the emergency switch can be pulled out in an emergency The switch service life while charging is only once To insert or pull the service switch make sure that the overall low voltage supply is switched off and the start button is not enabled Never insert or pull the emergency switch when the overall low voltage is on otherwise the controller may be damaged...

Page 115: ... 2 1 Chapter 2 BYD e6A Operation and Driving e6A Operation Tips Gear Actuator 2 2 Electric Power Steering 2 3 Cooling System 2 4 Brake System 2 7 Precautions on Luggage Loading 2 9 Charging Introduction Precautions on Electric Vehicle High Voltage System 2 9 ...

Page 116: ... down when starting The shift handle will return to the central position after releasing your hand and gear shifting successfully NOTICE Do not depress the accelerator pedal when shifting the lever or depress it at once even if gear shifting is completed successfully to prevent damage to the transmission Never shift to reverse position when the vehicle is driving forward to prevent parts damage Be...

Page 117: ...ge for EPS ECU is 10 V When the battery lacks power and deviates from the operating voltage range for ECU there will be no power assistance At this point check the condition of battery And then charge the battery or replace a new one if necessary Warning lamp for electrical power steering system When any of the situations below occur there may be a malfunction with the steering system indicated by...

Page 118: ...types If the expansion tank is drained completely check the radiator coolant level as well Tips If the radiator cap is opened when the motor hasn t cooled down thoroughly the coolant may spill out resulting in serious burn injuries Before opening the radiator cap make sure the motor DC DC motor controller and radiator have all cooled down a Confirm that the motor DC DC motor controller and radiato...

Page 119: ...ut pressing down until it cannot be turned any more Hence the residual pressure in the cooling system can be discharged completely d To remove the radiator cap turn the cap counterclockwise while pressing it e Unscrew the coolant drain valve at the bottom of radiator from which the coolant will be drained out f Remove the expansion tank assembly bolts g Remove the expansion tank from the bracket p...

Page 120: ...d clean any dirty matter in it before replacing lubricant Pay attention to check the lubricant amount in the transmission case during daily operation Refill the lubricant when it decreases replace the lubricant in the transmission case regularly To secure the quality of lubricant wash and clean the transmission case before replacing lubricant Check the bolts outside of the transmission for loosene...

Page 121: ...n if you rotate the steering wheel the car keeps running ahead straightly ABS helps to prevent wheel locking and keeps the steering control available as the quick acting pulse brake responds much faster than the driver ABS also distributes braking forces on all wheels according to the load status of the car Do not step on the brake pedal repeatedly in a short time otherwise ABS may fail When steer...

Page 122: ...al In this case the brake can only perform common braking like vehicles without ABS systems You should contact an authorized BYD service station to inspect your vehicle as soon as possible If the ABS the anti lock braking device indicator and brake system indicator come on at the same time while the hand brake lever is released completely it shows that the brake force distribution system is also n...

Page 123: ...car It is recommended to place heavy articles in the front part to keep weight balance To save power do not ship unnecessary heavy objects Suspension and Chassis Tips Do not amend the suspension chassis with lifting tools spacers springs etc which may cause the car to lose control Charging introduction precautions on electric vehicle high voltage system Charging Introduction When the hand of the c...

Page 124: ...high voltage wires and their connectors High voltage components such as motor controller and DC DC Please do NOT disassemble or replace any high voltage components such as motor controller and DC DC located in the front motor cabin or the high voltage power distribution box in the trunk without permission Service switch In an emergency power the vehicle off pull out the emergency service switch un...

Page 125: ... Starting and Driving Before Starting Motor 2 12 How to Start Motor 2 12 Safety Check Before Driving 2 12 Precautions on Charging 2 13 Driving Tips Under Certain Conditions 2 14 Driving Tips in Winter 2 15 Tow Trailer 2 15 How to Save Power and Extend Auto Service Life 2 16 ...

Page 126: ...e follow the procedures below to start the vehicle To start the electric vehicle press the ENGINE START STOP switch while the intelligent key is inside the vehicle The OK light will come on when the vehicle has been successfully started If the vehicle cannot be started normally please refer to If Vehicle Cannot be Started Normally in chapter 3 Safety Check Before Driving It is recommended to perfo...

Page 127: ... check whether there are damaged loose or disconnected cables Brake Pipe check whether there is a leakage or bad connection in the brake pipe Tips Do not leave children s toys in the vehicle which may pose potential danger though providing fun for the children especially in event ofhard braking and collision when the toys may not only affect the safety of driving but also cause injury to the child...

Page 128: ... the vehicle at first then depress the brake pedal slowly If there is no proper braking force the brakes may be wet In this case it is recommended that you not proceed to driving until they have dried Tips Before driving make sure that parking brake is released fully and the parking brake indicator goes out Do not rest your feet on brake pedal while driving which may cause dangerous overheating we...

Page 129: ...t drive immediately Please wait until the parking brake has defrosted When parking in winter switch the gear handle to P gear and chock the rear wheels or the wheels that may move with wedges Do not use the parking brake to prevent it from freezing due to the accumulated water or snow resulting in difficulty in releasing the brake under such conditions Prevent snow from staying under mudguard Snow...

Page 130: ...ts motor transmission differential mechanism wheel bearing driving shaft etc do not tow any trailer in the first 2000 km travel Maintenance When towing a trailer the increased load requires more frequent maintenance of the car How to Save Power and Extend Auto Service Life In simple and easy way you can save power Fuel saving is also helpful to extend service life of the vehicle Here are some tips...

Page 131: ...ud and similar materials It helps to reduce vehicle weight and prevent corrosion Adjust and keep the vehicle under the best working conditions Regular maintenance needs to be conducted so as to keep a long service life of all components as well as to reduce the operating costs If always driving in severe conditions please have the vehicle maintained more frequently see chapter 4 To extend the batt...

Page 132: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 2 18 Starting and Driving ...

Page 133: ...apter 3 Emergency Treatment If the Vehicle Cannot Start Up 3 2 If No Power Outputs in Driving 3 2 If the Vehicle Is Overheated 3 3 If the Vehicle Has Flat Tires 3 4 If the Vehicle Gets Stuck 3 10 If the Vehicle Has to Be Towed 3 10 Emergency Treatment 3 11 ...

Page 134: ... the cooling fan is operating If not check if the cooling fan connectors are loose b Check if the coolant level is proper If not refill the coolant to a proper scale line If the vehicle cannot be started even though the items above are all normal contact the BYD authorized service station WARNING Keep hands and clothes away from the fan to avoid danger in case of sudden starting of the cooling fan...

Page 135: ... coming out Spouting of steam or coolant means high pressure c Check whether there is obvious coolant leakage under the radiator hose and the vehicle Water drops produced by AC system in use are normal Tips Keep hands and clothes away from the fan to avoid danger in case of sudden starting of the cooling fan d If there is coolant leakage please shut down the power assembly at once and contact BYD ...

Page 136: ...icle lifted by the jack or there may be bodily injury When the vehicle is lifted by jack do not start the motor or leave it in running Park the car on flat and solid ground pull up parking brake firmly and shift the transmission to N gear If necessary lay chock blocks under the tire which is diagonally opposite to the tire to be replaced Make sure the jack is placed on the right lifting point Lift...

Page 137: ...come flexible Storage rotate the terminal in direction 2 until the jack is fixed tightly to prevent it from being thrown forward when there is crash or emergency braking To remove the spare tire loosen and remove the spare tire support then take out the spare tire To store the tire please put the outside of the tire downward in place and then fasten the tire in the opposite order to prevent it fro...

Page 138: ...g up the car please loosen bolts on the wheel by rotating them anticlockwise Loosen bolts on the wheel by rotating them counterclockwise For maximum torque you can fit a wrench onto the bolt with its handle on the right as shown in the figure above Grip at the end of the wrench handle and pull upwards Please avoid the wrench slipping out of the bolt Do not remove the bolts just loosen them by rota...

Page 139: ...height that allows installation of spare tire Please notice that it needs larger clearance to install the spare tire than remove the flat tire To lift up the car please insert the jack handle into the jack loose joint and rotate it clockwise When the jack touches the car and starts lifting please check again if the jack is at the right position Tips When the car is supported completely by jack no ...

Page 140: ...h a wire brush During installation the metal area on the installation surfaces must be in well contact with each other or the wheel bolts may get loose which may cause the tire falling off in driving Reinstall Wheel Bolts g Reinstall all wheel bolts manually To reinstall bolts please manually tighten them with wedged end inward first Push the wheel backward and try to further tighten the bolts man...

Page 141: ...er than specified value please drive the car slowly to the nearby service station for air charging Do not forget to install the tire valve cap or dust and moisture will enter the valve core to cause possible air leakage If the tire valve cap is missing please use a new one immediately j Store all of the tools including jack and flat tires in place Fix the flat tire onto the trunk with spare tire s...

Page 142: ...sonal injury or damage to objects If the vehicle has to be towed Use proper towing devices to tow the car to avoid damage Improper towing may damage the car Most personnel handling towing know the right method but something may go wrong accidentally To avoid damage to the car please follow the precautions below Precautions for Towing Towing should use safety chain system and abide to applicable na...

Page 143: ...condition Tips Take special care when towing the car Please avoid sudden startup and unstable driving operation which may exert great stress on emergency towing hook and towing cable chain The hook towing cable chain may crack in which case there may be serious personal injury or damage to the car NOTICE Please use the towing cable or chain designed specifically for car towing Tie the cable or cha...

Page 144: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 3 12 Emergency Treatment ...

Page 145: ...Vehicle Service Maintenance 4 1 Chapter 4 Vehicle Service Maintenance Anti corrosion and Auto Exterior Maintenance Anti corrosion for BYD e6A 4 2 Tips on Maintenance of Paint Surface 4 3 Washing and Waxing 4 4 Inside Cleaning 4 6 ...

Page 146: ... especially its bottom clean and repair the damaged paint and protective coating as soon as possible To prevent corrosion of BYD e6A please follow the instructions below Wash the vehicle regularly Washing your vehicle regularly can keep it clean But for anti corrosion purposes please abide by the following points In winter if you drive the vehicle on the road with saline alkali or live by the sea ...

Page 147: ...following points in use and maintenance of the vehicle a Whenever it is driven prior to driving or after driving clean the dust on the body and keep the body static electricity as far away from the dust as possible b Wash the vehicle after rain The rain spots on vehicle body will concentrate and reduce gradually Otherwise the painting finish may be damaged c Before washing please wait until the mo...

Page 148: ... k Clean the vehicle decorations with detergents and polish slightly with wax to avoid exposing the paint undersides due to the damage Polish the vehicle occasionally and have it maintained in a Vehicle valeting establishment regularly once a quarter Hence the paint will be returned to its original brightness Washing and Waxing Cleaning for BYD e6A Clean the vehicle in normal way In the cases belo...

Page 149: ...ve been seriously damaged on wheels or they may drop off the wheel while driving and thus lead to an accident Aluminum wheel Wash it only with neutral soap water or neutral detergent Plastic bumper be careful washing it Do not use detergent containing grinding medium to wipe it because its front side is soft Asphalt from the road wash it using turpentine or detergent marked as non harmful to paint...

Page 150: ...side otherwise water may enter the audio devices or other electric appliances on or under the carpet mat which may result in malfunction of the devices and corrosion of the vehicle body Carpet Please use quality foam detergent to clean the carpet First use the dust collector to absorb the dust Several kinds of foam detergents are applicable some are packed in aerosol cans and some are powders or l...

Page 151: ...on the surface Before using detergent or polish first please make sure they do not include the substances mentioned above If you use new liquid detergent please do not spill the liquid onto the inside surface of the vehicle as it may contain harmful substance If there is any spillage please clean up the spilled liquid at once in the way described previously Leather Trimming inside the Car For leat...

Page 152: ...es will cause mildew Especially keep the decorative pieces clean and protected from oil stains Exposure to the sunshine for a long time will make the leather surface be hardened or shrink Thus the car should be parked in the cool and shady place especially in the summer In the hot summer as the temperature inside the car rises easily objects made from ethylene plastics plastics or wax included mat...

Page 153: ...YD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Maintenance Instructions 4 9 Chapter 4 Section 2 Maintenance Instructions Maintenance 4 10 How to judge when the vehicle needs maintenance 4 11 BYD e6A Maintenance Program 4 12 ...

Page 154: ... proceedings about technique maintenance gist and internal training program of special repair shop They have completed study in BYD Auto Company before working instead of study while working Isn t it the best way BYD authorized service stations have spent a large amount of money on special tools and maintenance equipment for BYD cars which helps to better complete tasks as well as reduce expenses ...

Page 155: ...onoxide leak You must drive with windows opened and check the exhaust system immediately Flat tire excessive noise made by tires while turning a corner uneven tire wear The vehicle leans to one side while driving in a straight line on the flat ground Abnormal noises related to movement of suspension Braking is disabled brake pedal or clutch pedal feels like sponge brake pedal almost touches the fl...

Page 156: ...m These are extremely important maintenance items If any deterioration or damage the hose must be replaced immediately Notes rubber hose will be deteriorated with the passing years thus it may cause expansion abrasion or breakage Requirements for Maintenance Program BYD e6A auto must be maintained according to the normal maintenance program you can refer to Maintenance Program If the vehicle is op...

Page 157: ...eck the coolant level in the expansion tank I I I I I I I I c Replace coolant Replace every 2 years or 40 000 km d Check and replace the gear oil in the transmission General using conditions I R R I R I R I Rigorous using conditions R Shorten the cycle as required Chassis and Car Body e Check and tighten the chassis set screws I I I I I I I I f Brake pedal and parking brake I I I I I I I I g Brake...

Page 158: ... I I I I I n Tire and inflation pressure I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I o Check the front and rear wheel alignment I I I I I I I I p Check if the wheel bearing has end play I I I I I I I I q Cooling or heating system I I I I I I I I r Air filter of air conditioner I R R R R R R R s Air conditioner refrigerant I I I I I I I I t Check the SRS system I I I I I I I I u Inspect the vehicle body damage c...

Page 159: ...sure to the air rich in saline matters Frequent driving on bumpy roads slopes water accumulated roads or mountain paths Driving in cold areas Use the brakes frequently and often slam on the brakes Use it as a tow vehicle frequently Use it as a taxi Above 32 C drive the vehicle in the crowded urban area for more than 50 running time Above 30 C drive the vehicle at a speed over 120 km h for more tha...

Page 160: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 4 16 Maintenance Instructions ...

Page 161: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Self maintenance 5 1 Chapter 5 Self maintenance Foreword Motor compartment Exterior 5 2 Fuse Location 5 3 Precautions on Self maintenance 5 4 Location of Jack 5 5 ...

Page 162: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 5 2 Self maintenance Motor compartment Exterior 1 Distribution box assembly 2 Battery 3 DC DC 4 Expansion tank with coolant 5 Drive motor controller ...

Page 163: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Self maintenance 5 3 Fuse Location Please refer to section 5 4 Fuse and Relay for the name of the electric appliance protected by each fuse ...

Page 164: ...the motor is very hot do not take down the radiator cover or unscrew the drain plug to avoid burning Do not leave any flammable material in the motor compartment such as paper or cloth If you are working near an electric cooling fan or radiator grille you must confirm that the power switch has been turned off When turning on the power switch if the temperature of the motor coolant rises and or tur...

Page 165: ...st be very careful in filling brake fluid if it splashes into the eyes wash with fresh water immediately if your eyes still feel uncomfortable you must go to see a doctor NOTICE Be careful to avoid battery short due to accident If the brake fluid overflows you must wipe it up completely to avoid damaging the components or paint finish If the brake fluid overflows you must wipe it up completely to ...

Page 166: ...running Stop the car on the flat ground make sure the parking brake is applied and block the wheels opposite the lifting point when necessary Make sure the jack is placed in the correct lifting point Lifting the car in incorrect lifting point will damage the car or the car may drop from the jack to cause human injuries When the car is only lifted by a jack do not crawl under the car a car supporti...

Page 167: ...tion 2 Motor and Chassis Service and Maintenance for Transmission Case 5 8 Check Coolant Level 5 10 Check Radiator and Condenser 5 10 Check Tire Pressure 5 11 Check and Replace Tire 5 12 Tire Rotation 5 13 Replace Wheels 5 14 Precautions with Aluminum Wheels 5 15 ...

Page 168: ...nsmission Check the lubricant amount in the transmission case during daily operation Remove the filler plug and touch the fluid level in the bolt hole The normal level should be up to the edge of the plug hole Otherwise please refill fresh lubricant until it over flows from the filler opening Then screw the filler plug and tighten it Replace the lubricant in the transmission case regularly To secu...

Page 169: ...en unscrew the filler plug 2 to refill fresh lubricant ATF220 is recommended to use Please keep the filling amount at about 1 5 L It is recommended to replace lubricant at the specified service station Pay attention to check the lubricant amount in the transmission case during daily operation Remove the filler plug and touch the fluid level in the plug hole The normal level should be up to the edg...

Page 170: ...rain cock and pump If visual check cannot find any leakage please contact BYD authorized service station to check cap pressure and whether there is leakage in the cooling system Tips To avoid scorching do not remove the radiator cap when the motor is hot Choose Cooling Fluid Only use cooling fluid authorized by BYD authorized service station Choose and add suitable type of cooling fluid into cooli...

Page 171: ...ulty in operation Air leakage due to overheat of tires Deteriorated sealability at the edge of tire Deformation of wheel and or detachment of tire and wheel High Tire Pressure excessive air filling Difficulty in operation Excessive wear of center of tire tread Increased possibility that hard road may do damage to tire Follow the instructions below when checking tire pressure Check tire pressure on...

Page 172: ...lease contact BYD authorized service station If air leakage occurs on the road stop driving immediately Even a small travel after air leakage may cause permanent damage to the tire After 6 years use the tire even if it has no obvious damage must be inspected by qualified technician The tire may deteriorate due to aging even it has not been used heavily This rule also applies to spare tires and tir...

Page 173: ...e As a result irregular check is required to keep the tire in good balance Tire Rotation To equalize tire wear and extend its service life you are recommended to rotate tire positions every 10 000 km But the optimum time to rotate tires depends on driving habit and road conditions Tips Do not perform tire rotation for spare tire Before tire rotation check for uneven wear or damage Improper tire pr...

Page 174: ...ident Replace Wheels When to Replace Wheels When the wheel has damage such as buckling cracking or severe corrosion it must be replaced If damaged wheel is not replaced timely the tire may detach from the wheel or the car may lose control Choose Wheels Only replace the wheel installed on the car with a wheel with the same load capacity diameter rim width and offset BYD authorized service station c...

Page 175: ...e they remain tight After tires are rotated repaired or replaced the nuts on the wheels must be checked after the first 1600 km travel to make sure they remain tight Do not damage the wheels when using tire chain Use only wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with your aluminum wheels in the in vehicle tools When adjusting wheel balance using tire chain please use the counter balance plastic ma...

Page 176: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 5 16 Motor and Chassis ...

Page 177: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Electric Appliance 5 17 Chapter 5 Section 3 Electric Appliance Check Battery Status 5 18 Check and Replace Fuses 5 20 Add Washer fluid 5 21 Replace Bulb 5 22 ...

Page 178: ...nals to prevent further corrosion b If terminals are loose tighten the nuts of the clamps Emergency Treatment When electrolyte enters eyes immediately wash eyes with running clean water and then go to hospital If possible clean the affected area with sponge or cloth soaked in water on the way to the hospital When electrolyte touches skin immediately wash the affected area thoroughly with clean wat...

Page 179: ...ck Internal Status of Battery Check the internal status of the battery according to instructions on the outer shell and status indicators of the battery NOTICE Charging the battery without disconnecting the wires on it may seriously damage ECU and other electrical devices on the car Remove the battery wires first before connecting the battery to charger When motor is not running using electrical d...

Page 180: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual 5 20 Electric Appliance Check and Replace Fuses A Type B Type C Type Good Burnt Burnt Good Good Burnt ...

Page 181: ...ich is not essential in driving and use it as a substitute for a fuse with the same amperage If there is no fuse of the same amperage you should choose a fuse with lower amperage try to get a fuse with the amperage as close to the rated amperage as possible If you use a fuse with lower amperage it may be burned out again but this doesn t mean the vehicle has a problem You must install a proper fus...

Page 182: ...e vehicle s compliance with local laws please send the vehicle to BYD authorized service station to replace bulbs Tips Do not replace bulb when it is hot to avoid burning The halogen bulb is filled with pressurized gas please be particularly careful If the bulb is scratched or falls to ground it may explode or crack Only hold the bulb on its plastic or metal part Do not touch the glass part of the...

Page 183: ...installation of the cover lamp is shown in the figures below Remove Clamp Install Clamp 2 Pull off the connector while pressing down the buckle If the connector is too tight shake it first 3 Rotate the bulb counterclockwise to remove it 4 Install the new bulb in the mounting hole by rotating clockwise ...

Page 184: ...he headlight after replacing the bulb In event that you need to adjust the headlight please contact BYD authorized service station Tips If other lights or illumination source need to replace the light assembly due to malfunction please contact BYD authorized service station ...

Page 185: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Part Specifications 5 25 Chapter 5 Section 4 Part Specifications Maintenance Specifications 5 26 Fuse and Relay 5 26 ...

Page 186: ...rive transmission SAE80W 90 is recommended for use and under 15 C in winter gear oil SAE75W 90 is recommended for use Lubricant specification for rear drive transmission ATF220 Motor fluid specification ATF220 Cooling System Total Capacity L liter 6 8 L Tire specification and inflation pressure Aluminum wheels specification Wheel nut torque Nm kilogram force m 110 10 5 Bias tire Spare tire Tyre sp...

Page 187: ...BYD e6A AUTO Owner s Manual Part Specifications 5 27 Fuse and Relay I Instrument panel distribution box Connectors code illustration Instruments distribution box Fuse code and specification ...

Page 188: ... Mirror LH RH Code F2 13 F2 14 F2 15 F2 16 F2 17 F2 18 F2 19 F2 20 F2 21 F2 22 F2 23 F2 24 Specification 7 5A 7 5A 20A 20A 20A 20A 20A 7 5A 20A 7 5A 15A 7 5A Description Steering shaft lock unlocking IG2 Reservation Motor for front window LH Motor for rear window RH Motor for front window RH Motor for rear window LH Auxiliary power supply Spare High voltage contactor Motor relay for P gear DLC Cod...

Page 189: ...cations 5 29 Relay code and description Code K2 1 K2 2 K2 3 K2 4 K2 5 K2 6 K2 7 K2 2 Specification 30 A 30 A 20 A 30 A 20 A 20 A 20 A Description Vacuum pump 1 Vacuum pump 2 Cigar Lighter Motor for P gear Power windows DC Reservation Flashing ...

Page 190: ... 2 2 Fuses illustration for distribution box in the motor compartment F1 23Master fuse reservation F1 22Master fuse F1 25Power switch F1 24Door window motors Distribution box in the motor compartment K1 5High spe edcoolingfan relay K1 3 Rear defroster reply K1 2 Compressor relay K1 1front blower relay K1 4High speed radiator relay ...

Page 191: ...ront Fog Light High voltage module with constant electricity Low High speed radiator fan Cooling fan Water pump Code F1 13 F1 14 F1 15 F1 16 F1 17 F1 18 F1 19 F1 20 F1 21 F1 22 1 F1 22 2 F1 23 1 Specification 15A 20A 30A 40A 25A 40A 40A 40A 40A 100A 70 50 Description Steering lights Horn Stop lights Rear defroster Illustration CAN module auxiliary ABS Motor for P gear ABS Battery control unit Fron...

Page 192: ...ations 2 3 Relay code illustration for distribution box in the motor compartment Code K1 1 K1 2 K1 3 K1 4 K1 5 Specification 30A 20A 30A 20A 20A Description Front blower Water pump motor Rear defroster High speed radiator fan High speed cooling fan ...

Page 193: ...ables illustration Do not touch the high voltage cables and connectors casually No Content 1 Drive motor controller DC bus I 2 Drive motor controller DC bus II 3 Wire for DC and A C driver 4 To DC and A C driver 5 To motor controller negative 6 To motor controller positive ...

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Page 195: ...mber number of amendment Draft ___________________ Proofreading _____________ Audit ___________________ Inter department check _____ Standard checking ________ Approval ________________ Marks Number Reversion No Signature Date Marks Number Reversion No Signature Date ...

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