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BYD AUTO

F0 Owner’s Manua

Switch of head lights,
turn signal lights and
rear fog lights

Switch of wipers and
washers

Audio system

Switch of front fog
lights (if equipped)

Rear defroster switch (if
equipped)

Air conditioner control
panel

Cigar lighter (if
equipped)

A/C switch

Emergency alarm light

10.

Ignition switch

11.

Steering wheel position
adjustment mechanism

12.

Engine hood opening
handle

Summary of Contents for F0

Page 1: ...BYD F0 Owner s Manual BYD Auto Co Ltd BYD Auto Co Ltd ...

Page 2: ... the instructions where Safety Friendly Tips and Auto Damage are indicated in this manual to avoid the possibility of injuries or damages 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 prior notice Thank you f...

Page 3: ... Instrument and maintenance indicators 42 6 Ignition switch and parking brake 50 7 Auto audio system 53 8 Air conditioning system 59 9 Other devices 67 Chapter 2 Driving Tips 69 Chapter 3 Starting and Driving 76 Chapter 4 Emergency Handling 83 Chapter 5 Anti corrosion and Automobile Exterior Maintenance 94 Chapter 6 Maintenance Knowledge 100 Chapter 7 Self Maintenance 106 1 Preface 106 2 Engine an...

Page 4: ...60 R14 Approach Angle degree 17 Departure Angle degree 31 Front Overhang 5 5 6 r e t e m i l l i m m m Rear Overhang 5 6 4 r e t e m i l l i m m m Passengers 5 Maximum Speed km h kilometer hour 151 Engine Model BYD371QA Pattern in line 3 cylinder 12 value 4 stroke water cooled dual overhead cam closed loop electric fuel injection control 8 9 9 r e t i l i l l i m l m t n e m e c a l p s i D 0 0 0 ...

Page 5: ...own in the above figure The vehicle identification number is also marked on the manufactory nameplate at the bottom of the right side frame B column as shown in the above figure Figure above shows the fuel grade indication sign which is pasted on the inner side of the fuel lid In the above figure 1 is the indication sign of engine coolant and 2 is the warning sign of cooling fan Warning sign of th...

Page 6: ...ove the child protection lock on the back of the rear vehicle door What the above figure shows is the warning sign of the co driver air bag which is pasted on the right side of the lower body of the instrument panel What the above figure shows is the indication sign of the tire pressure which is pasted on the lower part of the left front door lock Engine Number The engine number is marked on the e...

Page 7: ...TO F0 Owner s Manual 4 Section 1 1 Chapter 1 Operation of Instruments and Controllers 1 Instrument Panel Exterior Instrument Panel Exterior 5 Combined Meter Exterior 7 Indication signs on the combined meter 8 ...

Page 8: ...nstrument Panel Exterior 1 Side duct 2 Tachometer if equipped 3 Combined instrument 4 Central air outlet 5 Rearview mirror control handle 6 Manual transmission shift handle 7 Parking brake handgrip 8 Power window switch if equipped ...

Page 9: ... wipers and washers 3 Audio system 4 Switch of front fog lights if equipped 5 Rear defroster switch if equipped 6 Air conditioner control panel 7 Cigar lighter if equipped 8 A C switch 9 Emergency alarm light 10 Ignition switch 11 Steering wheel position adjustment mechanism 12 Engine hood opening handle ...

Page 10: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 7 Combined Meter Exterior 1 Speedometer 2 Fuel gauge 3 Odometer 4 Maintenance indicator 5 Short trip reset button ...

Page 11: ...ne oil pressure indicator high beam indicator engine fault indicator turn indication and danger warning light low fuel level reminding light front fog light indicator low coolant temperature warning light rear fog light indicator high coolant temperature warning light door open warning light Items marked with are maintenance indicators Refer to Maintenance indicators and warning buzzers in Section...

Page 12: ...wner s Manual 9 Section 1 2 Operation of Instruments and Controllers 2 Keys and doors Keys 10 Side door 11 Remote controller if equipped 12 Rear side door windows 15 Rear back door 16 Engine hood 16 Fuel tank cap 18 ...

Page 13: ...1 Do not bend the key handle 2 Do not knock at other objects with the key 3 Do not place the key where the temperature is high e g on the instrument panel or the engine hood under direction solar irradiation 4 Do dot dip the key into water or wash it in ultrasonic cleaning solution Key number plate The key number is indicated on the key number plate Put the key number plate in a safety place Do no...

Page 14: ...ing the front side door and then lift the side outer pull handle and close the door Take care not to lock the key in the car Rear door child protection lock Shift the lock lever to the LOCK position as the above figure When the child protection lock is locked up the rear door cannot be opened with the inner catch handle can be opened with the outer pull handle We suggest you use this function as l...

Page 15: ... If the remote controller does not work please check z Whether there is any wireless radio station or airport radio transmitter nearby that may interfere with the normal operation of the transmitter z Whether the battery power has run out Check the battery in the transmitter For battery replacement please refer to remote controller battery replacement in this section If the problem cannot be solve...

Page 16: ...ntroller won t work z The operation range of remote control becomes very narrow Battery replacement CR2016 lithium batteries or equivalent should be used for replacement It is suggested to have the battery replaced in a BYD authorized service station Notice Do not have relevant part lost in battery replacement Only a battery of the specified model or suggested by the BYD authorized service station...

Page 17: ...dust and oil in the remote controller box After battery replacement check whether the remote controller can work normally If it still cannot work please contact authorized service stations of BYD Notice Without permission do not alter the emission frequency increase the emission power by including but not limited to adding emission frequency amplifiers equip external antennas or use other emission...

Page 18: ...power windows make sure there is no man around the window and make sure heads hands and other parts of passengers are in the car If necks heads or hands of passengers are caught by the closed window severe damage may be caused Therefore operation safety should be ensured in closing power windows z Do not let children manipulate the power window switches without attendance otherwise they may be cau...

Page 19: ...rear back door please check whether it is effectively closed For considerations of baggage loading please refer to Considerations of baggage loading in Section 2 Friendly Tips z In driving make sure the rear back door is closed This can prevent the baggage from being thrown out and exhaust from entering the compartment Engine hood Open the engine hood 1 Draw up the engine hood opening handle The e...

Page 20: ... Hold the protection area to avoid burning Move the engine hood bracket as shown in the above figure 3 Insert the engine hood bracket in the groove to keep the engine hood open Before closing the engine hood check whether there is any tool or rag left in the engine hood Place the engine hood bracket back into its seat and then put down the engine hood and check whether it is locked up If necessary...

Page 21: ...en the fuel filler port In fuel injection the engine should be kept turned off Friendly Tips z Do not smoke in fuel injection Sparks or flames will lead to fires 2 For taking off the filler port lid turn the key anti clockwise for 90 to position 1 in the above figure and after a few seconds take the key and the fuel tank cap at the same time If the fuel tank cap still cannot be taken off please re...

Page 22: ...r avoiding fuel outflow in accidents make sure the fuel tank cap is screwed firm z Only genuine and original fuel tank caps for BYD F0 autos can be used for the replacement purpose They can adjust the pressure of the fuel tank z For opening the fuel tank the cap should not be taken off suddenly In hot weather if the fuel tank cap is taken off suddenly pressurized fuel may spurt out from the fillin...

Page 23: ... and Controllers 3 Seats seat belts steering wheel and rearview mirrors Seats 21 Front seats 21 Integrated foldable rear seat 22 Head protection device 22 Seat belts 22 Airbag for the driver and the front passenger 25 Outer rearview mirrors 34 Inner rearview mirror 35 ...

Page 24: ...ndly Tips Do not adjust the seat when the car is driving since sudden movement of the seat may lead to auto control failure In seat adjustment take care to avoid collision between the seat and passengers or baggage After the seat is adjustment make sure it is locked up at its position After seat adjustment lean backward to see whether the seat back is locked up at its position Do not place things ...

Page 25: ...onsiderations of baggage loading in Section 2 Head protection device For safety and comfort the seats are equipped with head protection devices Seat belts Consideration for use of seat belts BYD strongly require that the driver and passenger in the vehicle wear seat belts at any time to reduce the possibility of injuries in accidents Seat belts equipped on the vehicle are designed for adults and s...

Page 26: ...ven for children z Do not incline the seat back over The seat belt has the best protection effect when the seat back is in the upright position Refer to instructions on seat adjustment z Caution do not destroy the belt or hardware of the seat belt prevent them from being caught in the seat or the door z Check the seat belt regularly to see whether it has cutting lines worn or loose parts Damaged p...

Page 27: ...ist belt as low as the hip as far as possible do not buckle it at your waist Then tug the shoulder part upward through the catch plate and adjust the seat belt to an appropriate position Friendly Tips z Waist seat belts fastened too high and seat belts assembled loosely may slide below the waist and cause severe injuries in crashes or other accidents Therefore keep the waist belt as low as the hip...

Page 28: ...t buckle it at your waist Friendly Tips Waist seat belts fastened too high and assembled loosely may slide below the waist and cause severe injuries in crashes or other accidents Therefore keep the waist belt as low as the hip as far as possible Supplemental restraint system optional Supplemental restraint system SRS abbreviated as airbag system is a supplement to seat belts The airbag system can ...

Page 29: ...the warning light still turns on and goes out as above it means the airbag has no protection function The warning light system is used for monitoring the airbag ECU the collision sensor the inflation device the warning light wires and the power supply For details please refer to Maintenance indicators and warning buzzers in Section 1 5 Notice The following problems suggest faults of the airbag sys...

Page 30: ...lated into the airbag and make it full in front of the driver and the passenger The occupants will fall into the expanded airbag and the forward inertia will be polishered thereby reducing the degrees of injuries to their heads necks and chests The specially developed airbag can after expanded and then pressed by the driver and the passenger in an accident absorb energy and discharge the air out a...

Page 31: ...above cases as shown in the figures The airbag may be triggered in the following accidents Rear Crash Bumping into the wall with an angle Side rollover Hitting on protruding objects a safety island or stones by the road Bumping into a deep hole Hit by other vehicles on the side ...

Page 32: ...ly a little and stretched nearly straight Do not paste or cover the surface of the steering wheel lid or the surface near the airbag on the right of the instrument panel with any objects or do any other decorative treatment Telephone supports cups ashtrays etc can increase the risk of injuries in accidents with airbag inflation The surface of the steering wheel lid or the surface near the airbag o...

Page 33: ...nce between the center of the steering wheel and the chest of the driver even though the driver seat is adjusted properly z When special equipment needs to be installed for the disabled within the range of the steering wheel z When the front seats cannot maintain the manufacturer s setting location after adjustment due to some reasons Shutdown of the airbag system should be conducted by a BYD auth...

Page 34: ...may be killed or severely injured Please keep sitting in a correct posture and please fasten your seat belt correctly Move the seat backward 1 airbag collision sensor bisidely symmetrical 2 SRS warning light 3 airbag module for the occupant in the front row airbag and inflation device Warning Child protection equipment should not be added to the front passenger seat unless necessary Since the airb...

Page 35: ... with warning signs on both sides of the front door frames Please do not place any object on or contact your body the front of the instrument panel or the steering wheel pad They may hinder airbag inflation or the inflation tension of the air bag can shoot them out and lead to personal death or injuries Similarly the driver or the occupant in the front seat should not carry objects with hands or p...

Page 36: ...he steering column the steering wheel and the instrument panel or on or near the instrument panel near the airbag for the front seat BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 33 Warning Please contact a BYD authorized service station in case of the following problems The airbag has been inflated The front part of the vehicle shaded part in the figure is affected in an accident but it s not serious enough to trig...

Page 37: ...ce If the rearview mirror is fixed by freezing do not manipulate the controller or scrape the surface of the rearview mirror The ice on the surface of the rearview mirror should be removed with a spraying deicer Steering wheel To change the steering wheel angle hold the steering wheel push down the lock release lever tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle and return the lever to its original...

Page 38: ...n just see the rear of the vehicle in it In night driving you can pull the adjusting rod toward yourself to weaken the dazzling irradiation of front lights of the following vehicle Daytime driving the rod is in position 1 When the rod is in this position reflection in the rearview mirror has good clarity Night driving the rod is in position 2 The rearview clarity may be reduced by some extent for ...

Page 39: ...rs 4 Lighting wipers and defrosters Headlights and turn signal lights 37 Emergency warning lights 38 Rear fog lights 38 Reading light 39 Front windshield wipers and washers 39 Rear windshield wipers and washers 39 Rear windshield defrosters optional 40 Front fog lights optional 41 ...

Page 40: ...battery discharge when the engine is in rest state do not keep lights on for long time High beam and low beam lights rotate the light knob at the top end of the left combined switch to the front lighting light position Pull the left combined switch to position 2 to turn on Low beam lights push the left combined switch away from yourself to position 1 to turn on the high beam Then both high beam an...

Page 41: ...ss this switch again If the vehicle has to be parked where traffic accidents can be caused the emergency warning lights should be turned on to remind other drivers If possible park the vehicle away from the road When emergency warning lights are on the steering signal light switch won t function Notice For prevention of battery discharge when the engine is in rest state do not keep lights on for l...

Page 42: ...ers the ignition key should be in position II Turn the right combined switch to the desired set position Position Speed Setting position 1 intermittent position 2 slow position 3 fast To wipe the front windshield only once push the right combined switch upward and then release it To eject detergent turn the right combined switch to yourself and then release it For details on detergent addition ple...

Page 43: ...nal To remove fog or frost on the rear windshield press this switch down The ignition key should be in position II The thin electric heating wires in the rear windshield can quickly make the rear windshield clear At the same time the rear windshield defroster switch indicator turns on indicating the defrosters are working The defrosters can be turned off by pressing this switch again When the rear...

Page 44: ... first rotate the left combined switch lighting knob to position 1 or 2 and then press the front fog light switch otherwise even if the front fog light switch is pressed down they won t shine The front fog light indicator green on the combined meter will indicate the front fog lights are working To turn off the front fog lights turn off parking lights or press the front fog lights down again ...

Page 45: ...ration of instruments and controllers 5 Instrument and maintenance indicators Fuel gauge 43 Engine coolant temperature warning light 43 Speedometer optional 44 Odometer trip odometer 44 Instructions on maintenance indicators and warning buzzers 45 ...

Page 46: ...arning light on the combined meter can indicate the temperature state of the engine coolant if it is too high or too low The working temperature of the engine will change with whether and the engine load When the ignition key is rotated to position Ⅱ and if the engine coolant temperature is normal the engine coolant low temperature warning light will shine for 6s and then go out Engine coolant tem...

Page 47: ... driving so as to prevent lug down and over speed operation of the engine Driving with the engine rotating at over speed will lead to over wear of the engine and fuel waste When the ignition switch is turned to position III zero return of the speedometer dial doesn t indicate faults Notice If the dial goes into the red region the engine may be severely damaged Odometer trip odometer The LCD provid...

Page 48: ...s Do according to the following instructions a If the parking brake is not used please stop immediately and contact a BYD authorized service station b indicator and buzzer Fasten the seat belt for the driver c Stop and check d Stop and check e Send the automobile to a BYD authorized service station f Check whether all doors are closed ...

Page 49: ...tructions h optional Send the automobile to a BYD authorized service station If the braking system warning light also turns on stop immediately and contact a BYD authorized service station i optional Immediately send the automobile to a BYD authorized service station for maintenance j Light indication buzzer Turn off the lights ...

Page 50: ...tions the brake may be working abnormally and the brake distance will be lengthened Push the brake pedal forcefully so stop the vehicle immediately z The brake system warning light turns on while the ABS warning light is shining Under such conditions not only the ABS system won t function in braking but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable b Driver seat belt indicator and indicator buzz...

Page 51: ...the engine may be damaged e Engine fault indicator The light will shine if the electronic fuel injection system of engine has faults or the pollutant emission has exceeded the control standard If the light turns on in driving inform a BYD authorized service station to examine the vehicle as soon as possible f Door open warning light Whatever position the key is in the warning light will shine as l...

Page 52: ...optional The ignition key turned to position II the light turns on for about 5s and then goes out indicating the airbag system is working normally The warning light system is used for monitoring the airbag ECU the collision sensor the inflation device the warning lights wires and the power supply If any of the conditions happens it means certain parts monitored by the warning light system have fau...

Page 53: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 50 Section 1 6 Operation of Instruments and Controllers 6 Ignition switch and parking brake Ignition switch with steering wheel self locking mechanism 51 Parking brake 51 ...

Page 54: ...erted in and then rotating the steering wheel when turning the key When the ignition key is turned to position III I or 0 if dials of the speedometer and the tachometer returns to the bottom or only swing a little faults are indicated Friendly Tips z It is forbidden to take the key out in driving otherwise the steering wheel will be locked and the steering operation will go out of control Notice W...

Page 55: ...he parking brake indicator will shine until the parking brake is released to show the parking brake has been set Friendly Tips z Before driving make sure the parking brake is completely released and the parking brake indicator is out ...

Page 56: ... F0 Owner s Manual 53 Section 1 7 Operation of Instruments and Controllers 7 Auto audio system Audio system reference 54 Function instruction of the central control interface 55 Operation of the audio system 56 ...

Page 57: ... F0 Owner s Manual 54 Audio system reference Functions and characteristics 1 CD play 2 Built in AM FM radio 3 Shock proof structure 4 30W 4 maximum power output loudspeaker 5 Audio input support 6 Clock display ...

Page 58: ... channels will be cleared Disc unloading key Press this key to unload the CD disc SEEK SKIP key AM FM radio Press the SEEK SKIP to select channels of different frequencies Hold down the SEEK SKIP key to search channels with signals automatically CD player Press the SEEK SKIP key to play the next previous music file Hold the SEEK SKIP key to enter fast forward or fast backward mode release the key ...

Page 59: ...llowed Take care not to sprinkle drinks onto the audio system Do not insert any foreign objects into the CD slot except CD discs It s normal that noise may be given out by the loudspeakers of the working audio system if a mobile communication device e g a mobile phone is being used in or near the vehicle Radio The broadcasting range of the FM radio is about 40km If the vehicle is far away from sig...

Page 60: ...ump problem z If there is moist in the CD player no song can be heard even when it is working You should take the CD disc out of the player and not use the CD player until it is dry Friendly Tips The CD player adopts invisible laser which if radiating out of the CD player may lead to irradiation hazard Please operate the CD player correctly according to the instruction z Only standard CD discs as ...

Page 61: ...ot Hold edge of the disc and do not twist it Do not leave your fingerprints on the CD disc especially the data storage surface z Filth scratches contortion pin holes or other damages on the disc may lead to skip reading or track repeat z After listened to the CD disc should be taken out from the player and put into a plastic box away from moisture heat resources and direct solar irradiation CD dis...

Page 62: ... Manual 59 Section 1 8 Operation of Instruments and Controllers 8 Air conditioning system Air conditioning control panel 60 Air outlet mode settings 63 Operation instructions 65 Side air outlets 65 Air filter optional 66 ...

Page 63: ...s Manual 60 Air conditioning control panel With air conditioning 1 air blower speed regulation knob 2 A C switch 3 cool hot wind selection knob 4 inner outer circulation mode selection slider 5 outlet mode selection knob ...

Page 64: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 61 Without air conditioning 1 air blower speed regulation knob 2 cool hot wind selection knob 3 outlet mode selection knob ...

Page 65: ...d the windshield It is used together with the inner outer circulation mode selection slider in the outer circulation position 5 Windshield air flows come mainly from air vents of the windshield It is used together with the inner outer circulation mode selection slider in the outer circulation position For settings of the outlet mode selection knob refer to the outlet mode settings introduced below...

Page 66: ...oduction outer circulation outside air air flow floor air conditioner off For fast temperature rise select the inner circulation mode and keep it for minutes Then to prevent mist accumulation on the windows select the outer circulation mode after the temperature in the vehicle is increased to a certain level Press the A C to remove moisture brought by heating Select floor windshield mode air flows...

Page 67: ...3 Ventilation with air conditioning To get the best effect set the controller as follows air blower speed any position other than temperature cooling position blue region circulation mode outer circulation outside air outlet mode face blowing AC switch off 4 Defogging with air conditioning Interior of the front windshield Optimized settings air blower speed any position other than temperature regu...

Page 68: ... etc 3 In damp whether do not blow the windshield with cold wind otherwise more fog will be produced on the windshield due to inside outside temperature difference 4 Keep air ventilation below the front seat so that air in the vehicle can be thoroughly circulated out 5 In chilly weather the fan speed should be increased and kept for 1min to remove accumulated snow or moisture in the air inlet pipe...

Page 69: ... replacement After long time use the air filter may be obstructed According to experience when the efficiency of air flowing heating or defrosting is significantly reduced or door windows are prone to fog up the air filter should be replaced To keep the air conditioning efficiency check and replace the air filter according to the following maintenance method 1 Take the air filter out according to ...

Page 70: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 67 Section 1 9 Operation of Instruments and Controllers 9 Other devices Electronic clock 68 Cigarette lighter optional 68 Cup holder 68 Rear rack 68 ...

Page 71: ...e Do not press the cigarette lighter for long time After the cigarette lighter plug is heated avoid contacting the metal part of the plug Except the cigarette light plug do not put other metal articles or objects in the cigarette lighter socket otherwise short circuit may be caused If the cigarette light is to be replaced BYD specified substitutes should be used Cup holder The cup holder is used f...

Page 72: ...2 Driving Tips Running in period 70 Fuel 70 Fuel cut off system 70 Three way catalytic converter 71 Engine exhaust warning 72 Engine oil 72 Brake system 73 Brake lining warning piece 75 Considerations for baggage loading 75 Suspension and chassis 75 ...

Page 73: ...ed in gas stations the vehicle is equipped with a small fuel tank opening which matches the special nozzle of lead free gasoline refueling pumps and doesn t adapt to the large standard nozzle of leaded gasoline refueling pumps Notice Do not use leaded gasoline Application of leaded may lead to invalidity of the three way catalyst converter and the exhaust pollution control device and increase the ...

Page 74: ... fire disasters To prevent such and other dangers you should take abide by the following instructions Use lead free gasoline only Do not drive when the fuel level is very low operation with fuel insufficiency may lead to engine misfire and increase the load of the three way catalytic converter Do not idle the engine at high or low speeds for long Avoid over speed engine operation Do not start the ...

Page 75: ...ine interior and also plays a key role in keeping the engine in normal work state In normal work the engine will consume some engine oil Under normal conditions the engine consumes engine oil for the following reasons z The engine oil is used for lubricating the piston the piston ring and the cylinder When the piston moves downward in the cylinder a layer of thin oil film will be produced on the c...

Page 76: ...still function but more effort is needed to press the brake pedal and the brake distance will also be lengthened Friendly Tips z Do not drive the vehicle with only one auxiliary brake system working The invalid auxiliary system should be repaired soon Vacuum booster The vacuum booster works with the air inlet negative pressure of the engine If the engine stops when the vehicle is driving you can s...

Page 77: ...ing its work the brake pedal may move forward a little Friendly Tips z Do not think too highly of the anti lock brake system though it can help with the vehicle control it s still very important to follow all regulations and keep a proper driving speed and safety distance since even when the anti lock brake system functions its effect of stabilizing the vehicle is limited z In driving in rainy whe...

Page 78: ...ng immediately contact a BYD authorized service station to have the vehicle checked Do not continue driving the vehicle if you hear the warning alarm Considerations for baggage loading You should follow the instructions below when loading baggage or goods z Put the baggage or goods in the trunk as far as possible Make sure all things are fixed firm z Keep the vehicle balanced Put heavy things in t...

Page 79: ...ting and Driving Before starting the engine 77 Engine starting methods 77 Safety examinations before driving 77 Driving tips under different conditions 79 Driving tips in winter 79 Trailer towing 80 How to save fuel and prolong the vehicle service life 81 ...

Page 80: ... the key to position III to start the engine After the engine is started release the key Then engine can heat up by driving rather than by running idle Steadily run the engine to pre heat the driving vehicle until the temperature of the engine coolant rises to the normal range If the engine stalls Start it again according to the normal starting procedures If the engine can not start Refer to If th...

Page 81: ...lly 4 Brake Make sure there is enough free clearance for the pedal Engine compartment interior 1 Spare fuses Make sure spare fuses of different rated amperage are provided in the fuse box 2 Coolant level Make sure the coolant level is correct refer to instructions in Section 7 2 3 Battery and cable Check whether the battery connectors are corroded or loose whether the box has cracks and whether th...

Page 82: ...o not leave the vehicle z Do not place your foot on the brake pedal in driving it may lead to over heat and wear of the brake and fuel waste z When going down a long steep slope you should reduce the speed and turn to a low speed gear Frequent brake manipulation will lead to over heat and possibly performance faults z Care should be taken in accelerating high gear shift low gear shift or braking o...

Page 83: ...aning liquid since it may damage the vehicle paint Do not use the parking brake if it may be frozen For parking set the gear lever in the neutral gear and block up the rear wheels Avoid using the parking brake otherwise its periphery may be frozen by accumulated water or snow causing it difficult to release Make sure there is no accumulated snow or ice under the dashboard Accumulated snow or ice u...

Page 84: ...rding to the total weight of the trailer Running in procedures z BYD Company suggests that all new vehicles or vehicles with new parts engine speed reducer differential wheel bearing transmission shaft etc not haul trailers in the first 2 000km kilometer Maintenance z Trailer towing will increase the load of the vehicle so it should be maintained more frequently How to save fuel and prolong the ve...

Page 85: ...heels correctly Avoid crushing into stones on road sides Drive slowly on uneven roads Improper front wheel location can not only lead to over wear of tires but also increase the engine load and fuel consumption z The chassis should be kept clean and free of mud This can not only reduce the vehicle weight but also prevent corrosion z Adjust the vehicle to keep it in the optimal state Dirty air filt...

Page 86: ...r s Manual 83 Section 4 Chapter 4 Emergency Handling The car can not start up 84 The engine shut down while driving 86 The car is overheated 87 The car has flat tires 88 If the car gets stuck 92 The car needs towing 92 ...

Page 87: ...ushing the car otherwise there may be damage to the car or crash when the engine starts up and meanwhile three way catalytic converter may get overheated to start a fire resulting in a fire If the starter motot of the engine runs at the normal speed but can not start the engine Rotate the ignition key to I or 0 and try again to start the engine If the engine can not start up maybe there is fuel sp...

Page 88: ...e to scrub the afflicted part by wet sponge or cloth on the way to clinic z If there is flame or sparkle nearby the gas generated by battery may come into explosiondes Please use standard wire for starting and avoid smoking or lighting a match Notice The battery power for starting is 12V Before conducting a jump start please make sure the battery is applicable Procedures of Jump Start 1 If the bac...

Page 89: ...Disconnect the starting wire carefully in completely reversed order disconnect the cathode starting wire first and then disconnect the anode starting wire If the battery power is depleted for reasons unknown please contact the service store authorized by BYD for examination If jump start fails Please check whether the clamp on the starting wire is tightened If the starting wire is connected proper...

Page 90: ...ersonal injury please keep the engine hood closed until there is no steam The spouting of steam or coolant means high pressure 3 Check whether there is obvious coolant leakage under the radiator hose and the car The water drop from the air conditioning in use is a normal phenomenon Friendly Tips z When the engine is running please keep your hands clothes a certain distance away from the working fa...

Page 91: ...ay be bodily injury z When the car is lifted by jack please do not start or operate the engine z Park your car on the firm and flat ground apply the parking brake tightly and set the transmission in the neutral position If necessary lay the chock block under the tire in the diagonal direction of the tire to be replaced z Make sure the jack is placed on the right lifting point To lift the car by a ...

Page 92: ...tion 2 until the jack is fixed tightly to avoid it from being thrown forward when there is crash or emergency brake 1 Loosen the bolt and remove it then take the spare tire out of the car To store the tire please put the outside of the tire downward and then fasten the tire in the opposite order above to prevent it from being thrown forward when there is crash or emergency brake 2 While lifting pl...

Page 93: ...re than remove the flat tire For jack up 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 in the right position Friendly Tips When the car is supported completely by jack no one is allowed to stay under the car 6 Remove the wheel bolts and replace the tire Take off the flat tire and pu...

Page 94: ... bolts tighter and tighter one by one until all the bolts are fastened firmly Friendly Tips Please make sure no part of your body and no one nearby will get injured while laying down the car onto the ground When the tire is replaced please use the spanner with a torque of 108N m 11kgf m to screw the bolts Or the bolts will get loose to make the tire drop off and cause serious accident After tire r...

Page 95: ... If the car gets stuck in snow field mud field or sand field please try to get it out by pushing it forward and backward Friendly Tips z While driving if there are people or objects near the car please do not try to move the car by pushing it forward and backward Because in this way the car will get out and suddenly move forward or backward to cause bodily injury or object damage nearby The car ne...

Page 96: ...t inside driving the car and controlling the brake Towing in this way may only move the car slowly for a short distance on the hard road Meanwhile the wheels axle transmission steering wheel and brake should be in good condition Friendly Tips z While towing please avoid sudden startup and unstable driving operation because they will exert great stress on emergency towing hook and towing cable or c...

Page 97: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 94 Section 5 Chapter 5 Anti corrosion and Automobile Exterior Maintenance Anti corrosion 95 Washing and waxing 96 Inside cleaning 97 ...

Page 98: ...running part of the car at least once per month to reduce corrosion z High pressure or steam is effective for cleaning chassis and wheel cover Slurry and dirt in these positions are difficult to remove you need to pay extra attention as getting the slurry and crumbs wet without removing them may cause severer damage Please avoid the dust jamming the drain hole on the lower edge of the door sill pl...

Page 99: ...alkali at the bottom of the car and in the sunked places of the wheels 2 Use neutral detergent to wash the car The detergent mixture should meet the requirements from its manufacturer Dip a soft cloth into the detergent to wipe the car and use soap water and clean water to remove the dirt 3 Thorough wash When the soap water get dry it will leave taints So in the summer please use clean water to fl...

Page 100: ...the car wax Follow the instructions and precautions from the manufacturer The chrome plated surface also need polishing and waxing 3 On a large surface if the water can not form beads but stay on the surface you shall wax the car Notice When the car is placed in painting polishing workshop with high temperature for repainting please remove the plastic bumper from the car or high heat may damage th...

Page 101: ...hange taint and peeling on the surface Before using detergent or polish first please make sure they do not include the above substances If you use new liquid detergent please do not spill the liquid onto the inside surface of the car as they may contain above substance You should clean up the spilled liquid at once in the way described previously Leather Ornament Inside the Car For leather ornamen...

Page 102: ...e temperature inside the car tends to rise Do not place those articles made of vinyl plastic plastic or waxy materials on the leather ornaments because those articles will stick to the leather in high temperature environment Improper cleaning for the leather ornaments may lead to color fading or spots In case of any query for cleaning the car please consult the local service store authorized by BY...

Page 103: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 100 Section 6 Chapter 6 Maintenance Knowledge Maintenance 101 Signs for repair arrangement 101 Maintenance schedule for BYD F0 101 ...

Page 104: ...ing effect is dropping The brake pedal or clutch pedal feels like a sponge or almost touches the floor While braking the car deflect to one side z The engine coolant temperature keeps on the high side In case of above conditions please take your car to the service store authorized by BYD for examination and repair at once Friendly Tips z Do not continue to drive the car before examination or there...

Page 105: ...neral Service Condition Common Spark Plug K6RTM2 Replacement for Each 10 000km 3 Check and replace the spark plug Severe service Condition Replacement in Advance as Required 4 Check the crankcase ventilation system PCV valve and air hose I I I I I I I I 5 Check if the water cooling pipe is damaged and whether its connection is firm I I I I I I I I 6 Check the engine coolant level in the tank I I I...

Page 106: ...I I 17 The throttle body Cleaning for Each 10 000km 18 The oil nozzle I I I I 19 Check the oxygen sensor I I I I I I I I 20 Check the three way catalytic converter I I I I I I I I 21 The fuel filter Replacement for Each 10 000km or 6 Months 22 The fuel tank cover fuel pipe and terminal I I I I 23 The active carbon canister I I I I I I I I General Service Condition I R R I R I R I 24 Check and chan...

Page 107: ...tem I I I I I I I I 35 The tire and inflation pressure I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 36 Check the front and back wheel alignment I I I I I I I I 37 Check if the wheel bearing is with clearance I I I I I I I I 38 Check the function of the clutch system and adjust the pedal travel I I I I I I I I 39 Cooling or heating system I I I I I I I I 40 The filter of air conditioning I R R R R R R R 41 The re...

Page 108: ...ain road z Running in cold areas z The engine frequently suffers long lasting idle running or short distance running in the cold season z Frequently use of the brake frequent hard braking z It often functions as a tow trailer z It is used as a taxi z Running time in urban area with busy traffic and a temperature over 32 exceeds 50 of the total running time z Running time at the speed of 120km h wi...

Page 109: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 106 Section 7 1 Chapter 7 Self Maintenance 1 Preface Appearance of the engine compartment 107 Fuse layout 108 Precautions for self maintenance 109 Positioning of the Jack 110 ...

Page 110: ...al 107 Appearance of the engine compartment 1 Detergent tank for the Wiper Front and Back 2 Oil Dipstick 3 Oil Filler Cap 4 Distribution Box of Engine Compartment 5 Battery 6 Inflated Tank 7 Cooling Fan 8 Radiator 9 Condenser ...

Page 111: ...l 108 Fuse layout For the name of electric parts protected by each fuse please see Fuse Relay in Section 8 Relay Box on the Instrument Panel Fore hatch Relay Box Fore compartent Distribution Box Distribution Box for Combination ...

Page 112: ...rk may cause fire of fuel or battery z For disposal of the battery please be careful since it contains toxic gas and erosive sulphur acid z Do not got under the bottom of car when it is being lifted up usually by auto hydraulic devices z When you work nearby the cooling fan or radiator make sure the ignition switch is turned off If it is turned on the high temperature coolant or working air condit...

Page 113: ...plug The outer electrode of the spark plug should not be fixed opposite to the central electrode Please use the specified spark plug Other spark plugs may cause damage performance fall off or noise to the engine When you spill the brake fluid by accident please clean it up with clear water so as to avoid damage to the parts and the painting You should install the air cleaner or the engine may be d...

Page 114: ...art or operate the engine Park your car on the firm and flat ground and make sure the parking brake is pulled up If necessary please block the tire opposite to the lifting point Make sure the jack is placed on the right lifting point To lift the car by a jack not placed properly may damage the car or make the car drop down from the jack and thus cause injuries When the car is supported completely ...

Page 115: ...intenance 2 Engine and Chassis Check the oil level 113 Check the engine coolant level 114 Check the radiator and condenser 115 Check the tire pressure 115 Check and replace the tire 116 Rotate the tire 117 Replace wheel 118 Notes on aluminum wheels 119 ...

Page 116: ...same type into the engine Remove the oil cover add a small amount of oil and check the oil level dipstick Repeat this process until the oil level is close to the Max oil level line We suggest you to use funnel to add the oil After adding oil the oil level shall be between Min level line and Max level line on the oil level dipstick When the oil level reaches the proper range please install the oil ...

Page 117: ... label is SAE viscosity grade such as SAE 10W 30 Energy Conserving on the lower part of the label means this oil is fuel saving ILSAC certification mark The certification mark of ILSAC International Lubricant Standardisation and Approval Committee is on the front side of the container Check the engine coolant level In the engine cooling state check the transparent coolant tank The coolant level in...

Page 118: ...n radiator or condenser is too dirty or you are not sure about the extent of dirt please send the car to the service store authorized by BYD Friendly Tip z When the engine is hot please pay attention not to touch the radiator or condenser to avoid scalding Notice Don t check it by yourself to avoid damag to the radiator and condenser Check the tire pressure Keep the tire with proper pressure You c...

Page 119: ...r the valve core and lead to leakage If the valve cover is lost you should install a new one immediately Check and replace the tire Check the tire Use the tire abrasion indicating mark to check the tire surface If you can see the indicating mark you should replace the tire The tire of F0 embeds abrasion indicating mark to indicate when you should replace the tire If the depth of the tire is abrade...

Page 120: ... it may cause typical operation danger and make the car out of control z Don t use the other tire size other than the manufacturer s recommendation otherwise it may cause a typical operation danger and make the car out of control Never use old tires on the F0 It is dangerous to use the tire of unknown source We recommend that you replace the four tires at the same time or at least the two front or...

Page 121: ...or a locked wheel braking which could adversely affect the operation of the car z When driving the car with tire chain you should be careful Reduce speed before making a turn to avoid losing control of the car otherwise it may result in an accident Replace wheel When to replace wheels When the wheel has damages such as bending cracks or severe corrosions it must be replaced If you don t replace th...

Page 122: ...e initial l 600 km travel z If you rotate repair or replace the wheel you should checked whether the wheel bolts have loosed after l 600 km travel z When using the tire chain please pay attention to not damaging the aluminum wheels z Only the BYD wheel bolts and wreches specially designed for the aluminum wheels can be used z When using the wheel tire chain to adjust the wheel balance you should o...

Page 123: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 120 Chapter 7 3 Self maintenance 3 Electrical appliance parts Check the battery status 121 Check and replace fuse 123 Add cleanser 124 Replace bulb 125 ...

Page 124: ...should be fully cleaned If you feel pain or burning you should go to hospital immediately z If the electrolyte splashes on the clothing it may seep in and contact the skin So you should take off the clothes immediately if necessary you should deal according to the foregoing methods z If you drink the electrolyte by accident you should drink plenty of water or milk and eat milk with magnesia raw eg...

Page 125: ...re charging 1 Please rotate the ignition key to 0 position and disconnect the battery cathode when charging the battery installed on the car 2 Before connecting or disconnecting the wire between the charging device and the battery please power off the charging device Friendly Tips R z Please charge the battery in ventilated or open area Don t charge the battery in unventilated or closed area z The...

Page 126: ...you can refer to Section 7 1 Fuse Arrangement Disconnect the ignition switch and unworking electrical equipment Vertically pull out the fuse which may have problem and check it Find out which fuse has problem There is circuit name of each fuse on the cover of fuse box The control function of each circuit can be found in Chapter 8 of this manual If you are unable to make sure whether the fuse has b...

Page 127: ... substitute fuse in place You had better to keep a set of spare fuses in the car for emergency use If the new replaced fuse is burned immediately the electrical system may have problem You should go to the service store authorized by BYD for repair Friendly Tips z Never use a fuse whose amperage is higher than the rating amperage or use any other objects to replace the fuse otherwise it may cause ...

Page 128: ... You should use the bulbs as shown in the following table When traveling in rain or when the light shade is wet after washing the inside of lamp shade of external light such as headlight will temporarily fog As the windshield fogging in rainy days this fog isn t a trouble as it is due to the temperature difference between the inside and the outside of light shade But if there is water droplet or w...

Page 129: ...e twist it 3 Release the bulb fixing spring and take out the bulb 4 Replace the bulb The steps of installation are opposite to the disassembly You don t have to refocus after replacing the bulb If you need to refocus please contact the service store authorized by BYD High beam light The steps of high beam is the same as the Low beam light ditto ...

Page 130: ...ulb and replace it Front turn signal light 1 Put out the light holder according to the above figure 2 Take out the bulb and replace it Side turn signal light The side turn signal light can t be replaced if the bulb is damaged please contact the service store authorized by BYD to replace the assembly of side turn light Rear grouped lights ...

Page 131: ...b Rear turn signal light c Rear fog light driver side or backup light passenger side 2 Remove the rear grouped light As shown in the figure above 3 Remove the light holder in the rotation direction as shown in the figure above 4 Take out the bulb and replace it High mounted brake light 1 Use cross screwdriver to remove the screws ...

Page 132: ...installation is opposite to the disassembly License light When replacing the bulb of license light you should remove the assembly of license light in the rear bumper then replace the bulb Friendly Tips z When plugging in out the connectors if you drop the connectors into the installation hole by mistake please contact the service store authorized by BYD ...

Page 133: ...anual 130 1 Use a small flat screwdriver or the similar tools to unclench the license light 2 Turn the light holder counterclockwise and remove it 3 Remove the bulb The steps of installation are opposite to the disassembly ...

Page 134: ...BYD AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 131 Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Specification of parts Maintenance specification 132 Fuse and relay 133 ...

Page 135: ... 6 1 7L The grease is the lithium base grease which is commonly used by cars Air condition system Refrigerant specification HFC 134a Amount 450g Cooling System coolant specification 25 high quality glycol coolant Amount 3 5L Liter Braking System Brake fluid specification DOT3 Amount 1 0L Liter Hydraulic steering system Steering fluid specification ATF DEXRON Ⅲ Amount 0 8L Liter Tires Tire size 165...

Page 136: ...led 8 AM2 30A 9 Spare fuse 10A 10 Spare fuse 15A 11 Spare fuse 30A 12 Left front low beam light 10A 13 Left front high beam 10A 14 Right front low beam light 10A 15 Right front high beam 10A 16 ABS 60A when installed 17 Void space 18 Cooling fan 30A 19 Headlight 40A 20 A C magnetic clutch relay when installed 21 Front fog relay when installed 22 Cooling fan relay 23 Electric horn relay 24 EFI main...

Page 137: ...20A when installed 29 Taillight 7 5A 30 Car Diagnosis 7 5A 31 Air conditioning 7 5A when installed 32 Rear fog light 7 5A Combination instrument Left sight 33 Audio system ACC 15A 34 IG2 15A 35 Backup light 10A 36 Brake light 10A 37 IG1 15A 38 Windscreen wiper 20A 39 ECU IG 7 5A Combination instrument Back 40 Power window 30A when installed 41 AM1 40A 42 Blower 40A ...

Page 138: ... AUTO F0 Owner s Manual 135 1 Instrument panel relay part 43 ACC Relay 44 Blower Relay 45 IG Relay 46 Back Defroster Relay when installed 2 Front cabin relay part 47 Low beam light relay 48 Reserved space ...

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