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BYD F7-1, F7-2, F7-3 Ow

ner’s Manual

Starting and Driving3-1

Chapter 3

Starting and Driving

Before Starti

ng the Engine……………………………...…...3-2

Eng

ine Starting Method………………………………..….....3-2

Safety Examinations before Dr

iving…………………..…....3-2

Notice for Gear Shift………………………...……….……….3-4

Driving Tips under Different C

onditions……………..…..….3-4

Driving Tips in Winter……………………….……………...…3-5
Trailer Towing……………………….………………………....3-6
Parking Brake………………………….……………………....3-7

Special Situation Treatment while Driving

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Summary of Contents for F7-1

Page 1: ...BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...I will check one by one again with you 5 I will estimate the maintenance time and follow up closely in case of any delay I will inform you immediately If you want to check the maintenance progress I will replay to you within 10 minutes 6 In the maintenance process I will use six sets of interior protection and three sets of exterior protection for your car 7 Provide genuine original parts and do n...

Page 3: ... 50R17 Approach Angle full load degree 14 Departure Angle full load degree 16 Front Rear Overhang mm millimeter 1025 1090 Passengers 5 Maximum Gradeability 35 Maximum Speed km h kilometer hour 185 200 Engine Model BYD483QB BYD476ZQA Pattern In line 4 cylinder water cooled dual overhead cam In line 4 cylinder turbocharged direct fuel injection dual overhead cam DOHC Displacement ml milliliter 1991 ...

Page 4: ...uality Parameters kg Curb Weight 1500 1500 Maximum Allowable Total Mass 1975 1975 Distribu tion of Axle Load No load Front axle 880 885 Rear axle 620 615 Full load Front axle 1000 1005 Rear axle 975 970 Dynamic Wheel Balancing Requirement After attaching balance weight on each side of the wheel assembly the measured imbalance should be less than 5g ...

Page 5: ... we recommend that you cast the spontaneous combustion insurance and robbery and theft insurance Meanwhile in order to better protect your car and avoid the loss of valuables do not put valuables in the car This manual is intended to help you use the product properly and does not represent any instructions on the product configuration For product configuration please refer to contracts related to ...

Page 6: ...ide you with better services please provide accurate contact information In case of any changes please contact BYD sales and service station for update please register and get the license as soon as possible and pay close attention to relevant national laws and regulations For car usage information exchange please visit BYD Auto Club forum http club bydauto com bbs The safety sign indicated by the...

Page 7: ... Manual Contents Chapter 1 Instrument and Controller Operation 1 1 Chapter 2 Driving Tips 2 1 Chapter 3 Starting and Driving 3 1 Chapter 4 Exterior Maintenance 4 1 Chapter 5 Maintenance Notice 5 1 Chapter 6 Self Maintenance 6 1 ...

Page 8: ...e vehicle identification number VIN is marked on the rear partition of the engine compartment and the nameplate above the instrument panel in the lower left of the front windshield The vehicle nameplate is nailed on the support of the left front shock absorber and is marked with the vehicle identification number VIN engine type vehicle type engine displacement maximum design mass date of manufactu...

Page 9: ...om Airbag sign is pasted on the right sun visor Front passenger airbag sign is pasted on the right of upper guard panel of the instrument panel Tire pressure sign is below the left B column Child protection device sign is pasted below rear door striker Fuel tank No Cooling fan sign Coolant sign Airbag sign Front passenger airbag sign Tire pressure sign Child protection device ...

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Page 11: ...1 5 Doors 1 12 Seats 1 13 Seat Belt 1 22 Airbag 1 24 Steering Wheel 1 30 Electric Rearview Mirror 1 31 Sunroof 1 33 Left Info Display 1 34 Right Info Display 1 35 Automatic Air conditioner Panel 1 42 Parking Assistant Module optional 1 44 Parking Imaging System optional 1 47 Cigarette Lighter Note 1 49 Fatigue Warning System optional 1 49 需去除定速巡航相关内容 ...

Page 12: ...BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual Instrument and Controller Operation 1 2 Chapter 1 Instrument and Controller Operation Combination Instrument 1 Left info display 2 Speedometer 3 Right info display ...

Page 13: ...enger s airbag working indicator optional Low engine oil pressure indicator Side light indicator Engine fault indicator High beam indicator Intelligence key system warning light Steering indicator ABS system warning light Tire pressure warning light optional High coolant temperature warning light Rear fog light indicator Electronic control system warning light Low fuel level warning light Vehicle ...

Page 14: ... light optional Cruise control indicator light optional Anti theft indicator Headlight adjustment indicator Main alarm indicator The items marked with are maintenance prompt indicators when illuminated please park and check immediately and contact BYD sales and service station if necessary ...

Page 15: ...and hanging key Each key contains intelligence key and mechanical part the mechanical part of the hanging key is in the inside and the shell should be opened to take it out Remote control key Key card Hanging key Warning Obey the following precautions when use the intelligence keys People implanted with cardiac pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators ...

Page 16: ... high temperature for a long time e g instrument panel or engine hood under direct sunlight Do not immerse the intelligence keys in water or wash in ultrasonic scrubber Do not put the intelligence keys together with devices that emit electromagnetic waves e g mobile phone Key number plate The key number is indicated on the number plate please keep the number plate properly do not put it in the car...

Page 17: ...ransmitter of the airport that interferes with the normal operation of intelligence key The battery may be run out Check the battery in the intelligence key If you have lost the intelligence key please contact BYD sales and service station as soon as possible to avoid your car being stolen or accidents Locking operation Unlocking operation To lock unlock all doors press the switch on the key sligh...

Page 18: ...econds and then go out even if the doors aren t opened After using the unlocking function of the intelligence key please open any of the doors in 30 seconds or else all doors will be locked again If you press and hold the locking or unlocking switch the locking or unlocking function won t be repeated You need to release and press the switch again Car locating operation When the vehicle is in secur...

Page 19: ...y to lock unlock all doors Press the locking switch to lock all doors At this moment the exterior rearview mirrors are folded and the steering lamps flash once Check whether all doors are locked firmly Starting function if the intelligence key is in the car you can use it to switch the power mode and start the engine With the intelligence key you can lock unlock the doors and start the engine Stee...

Page 20: ...or mobile phone When the intelligence key contacts with or is covered by metal objects When operate door handles quickly When the intelligence key approaches the door handle When other people in another vehicle nearby is operating the wireless remote control When the intelligence key is near high voltage equipment or equipment that produces noise When the intelligence key is carried together with ...

Page 21: ...tarting function the battery may be used up Please replace the battery as soon as possible Saving battery power Even if you aren t driving the car the key and the car also can communicate Therefore do not leave the key near the car within 2m If the car isn t used for a long time the battery may be used up To prevent battery being used up disconnect the negative terminal of the battery To reactivat...

Page 22: ...lligence key near aircrafts or airports Doors Locking operation Press the micro switch button of the outside door handle slowly and firmly all doors are locked at the same time and the steering lamps flash once In the following cases the doors won t be locked when you press the micro switch Certain door isn t closed Press the locking button while opening or closing the door The engine isn t shut d...

Page 23: ... Shut down the engine Let all the passengers get off Lock all doors When all doors are locked the anti theft indicator is illuminated After 10 seconds the anti theft system will be set automatically and then the anti theft indicator starts flashing Leave the car when the indicator starts flashing Since the system will be activated if the door is opened from inside do not let anybody stay in the ca...

Page 24: ...While driving do not let passengers stand up or move among seats otherwise they may be seriously injured in emergency braking or collisions 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 ...

Page 25: ...ing from the opening to the rear seats are fixed Do not drive the car when the luggage compartment channel cover and luggage compartment lid open Child seat protection device BYD strongly recommends that you use child protection device Friendly Tips The study shows that it is safer to correctly protect children in the rear seat than in the front passenger s seat Select appropriate child protection...

Page 26: ...ces for your child If the body size of the child is too large and can t use the child protection device sit on the rear seat and use the seat belt Installing child protection device Please follow the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child protection device Fix the child protection device on the rear seat with the seat belt or lower fastening belt of the child protectio...

Page 27: ...at belt child protection device locking seat belt 1 Rear facing to child seat baby infant seat Child convertible seat install the child seat on the rear seat and keep it facing to the rear Thread the seat belt through the child s seat and insert into the buckle Ensure that the seat belt isn t twisted 2 Forward facing child convertible seat Install the child s seat on the seat and keep it facing to...

Page 28: ...hen the shoulder belt is fully retracted pull the seat belt to make sure that it can t be pulled out Youth auxiliary seat Install the child s seat on the seat and keep it facing to the front Let the child sit on the child s seat Fix the child s seat with the seat belt according to the installation instructions of the manufacturer and insert the belt into the buckle Ensure that the seat belt isn t ...

Page 29: ...OFIX rigid anchor ISOFIX child protection device Check the position of the special fixing rod and install the child protection device on the seat The fixing rod is installed in the gap between the seat cushion and backrest If the child protection device is provided with top belt fix the top belt on the anchor Child protection device with top belt Fix the child protection device with seat belt or I...

Page 30: ...e installed on the front passenger s seat with locking buckle please follow the instructions of the manufacturer of child protection device Warning Do not stretch the shoulder belt completely to prevent seat belt entering locking mode In this mode the seat belt only can be tightened which will make the child get hurt or feel uncomfortable Do not let the child play with the seat belt or else it may...

Page 31: ...installing child protection device Never install rear facing child protection device on the front passenger s seat Otherwise when accident occurs the rapid expansion of front passenger s airbag may result in serious injury or even death of child 1 The instrument panel on the passenger s side is attached with warning label which reminds you that do not install the rear facing child protection devic...

Page 32: ... knot or twist if yes please contact BYD sales and service station Seat belt with pretensioner optional The seat belts of driver s seat and front passenger s seat and will be activated when serious frontal collision occurs When the sensor detects serious frontal collision the retractor will retract the front passenger s seat belt quickly so that the passenger will be protected appropriately Even i...

Page 33: ...elt the indicator goes out If no passenger sits on the front passenger s seat the indicator is off Friendly Tips Seat belts equipped on the vehicle are designed for adults and should be applied to children with caution It is suggested to seat children in the rear seat with child seat and fasten the seat belt for protection Do not let the children sit in the front passenger s seat Do not place chil...

Page 34: ...ations Before repaired it cannot protect passengers Keep a straight posture and stay back keep a proper distance with the steering wheel and instrument panel so as to play the maximum protective effect of seat belt and SRS It should be made sure that the shoulder seat belt passes over the shoulder center The seat belt should be somewhat far away from the neck without sliding off the shoulder Other...

Page 35: ...eleration signal produced and detected in the collision is lower than the set reference value in the ECU the airbag won t be triggered even though the car may have been severely deformed in the accident ECU setting of BYD airbag system takes various common misuse and domestic road conditions into full consideration However reasons and conditions of crashes are variable so for your safety please ab...

Page 36: ...rized service station Otherwise in accidents partial or all function of the airbag system may be affected Conditions that airbag may expand When crossing deep notch the fronts hit the ground Hit the bump or street stone at roadside The front hits the ground when going downhill Conditions that the airbag may not expand Hitting on a cement pole a tree or other slim objects Crashing into the bottom o...

Page 37: ...ion may be increased It s very important for the driver to maintain a distance of at least 25cm between the chest and the steering wheel since only by doing so can the maximum protection effect be provided when the system is triggered 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 deco...

Page 38: ...s injury or even death Never modify any component of the air bag system including the corresponding label Any operation of the airbag should be performed by BYD authorized service station The airbag system must be replaced in a BYD authorized service station within 10 years as of the date of manufacture The maintenance manual has the record if certain part of the airbag system had been replaced Th...

Page 39: ...witch group optional The audio control switch is available when the start button is in ACC or ON position Press to turn up the volume Press to turn down the volume Press in radio mode scan next available radio channel automatically increase frequency In CD USB SD AUX mode play next track track 1 In DVD mode go to next chapter In TV mode play next channel Press in radio mode scan previous available...

Page 40: ...ar surrounding When the start button is in ON position the transmission is set to R the rear camera is activated and the display switches to the 7 screen automatically Press in sequence activate the camera right camera rear camera right camera deactivate the camera Press to scroll up the instrument menu Press to scroll down the instrument menu Press OK to enter the menu When the start button is in...

Page 41: ... mirror can be adjusted Warning If the rearview mirror is frozen do not operate the controller or scratch the surface of the rearview mirror use spraying de icer to remove the ice on the rearview mirror Interior rearview mirror optional 1 Adjust the position of the interior rearview mirror to watch the rear view through the rear windshield 2 The electronic anti glare function applies to all vehicl...

Page 42: ...out the electronic compass hides 2 If the reversing radar is turned on the electronic compass hides while reversing 2 The direction indicated by the front in the figure is the actual driving direction 3 The altitude shows the altitude of the car it is normal that the display error is in 50m Warning Do not adjust the interior rearview mirror while driving or else the driver may be unable to control...

Page 43: ... both clockwise and counterclockwise are allowed Step 5 adjust the head to south Press the key once release immediately the anti flare indicator flashes three times and the compass points to South and the calibration finishes Step 6 after calibration drive the car for one circle to check whether each direction is proper If not re calibrate from step 1 Sunroof The sunroof has two positions to ensur...

Page 44: ...r is cut off this function still allows opening or closing the sunroof in 45 seconds Open any front door and the delay function can be canceled immediately At this moment you must switch the start button to ON position in order to manipulate the sunroof Warning The sunroof or motor may be damaged if the sunroof is opened in the environment lower than 0 or is covered by snow Left info display The l...

Page 45: ... into red and the right info display shows coolant temperature is too high the engine coolant temperature is too high If the car is overheated please stop the car and let the engine cool down Under the following working conditions the engine may become too hot Climbing for long in hot weather Driving with frequent stopping or idling the engine for long with the air conditioning system turned on To...

Page 46: ...omatic rearview mirror mode Tire pressure unit optional Reset The menu function is shown below 1 Maintenance set up the maintenance function and state When the maintenance function is turned on if the maintenance almost expires or has already expired and the power is in ON position the right info display will show corresponding prompt 1 Maintenance time set up the maintenance time Item Function Ma...

Page 47: ...eage by 500km 500km Decrease the maintenance mileage by 500km Reset Reset the maintenance mileage Back Exit and back to previous menu 3 View view currently remaining maintenance time and mileage 2 Language set up the display language Item Function Language Menu name Simplified Chinese or English Display currently set language Simplified Chinese Set the language to simplified Chinese English Set th...

Page 48: ...enu 3 Theme Set up the theme of left and right LCD Item Function Theme Menu name Phantom or blue stars Display currently set theme Phantom Set the theme to Phantom Blue stars Set the theme to Blue stars Back Exit and back to previous menu 4 Automatic rearview mirror mode optional Turn on off the function the rearview mirrors are folded automatically when the car is locked Item Function Automatic r...

Page 49: ...on 1 39 kPa Set the tire pressure unit to kPa bar Set the tire pressure unit to bar psi Set the tire pressure unit to psi Back Exit and back to previous menu 5 Reset Item Function Reset Menu name OK Reset the menu settings to default Back Exit and back to previous menu ...

Page 50: ... s seat belt indicator The driver should fasten the seat belt 3 Charging system warning light Please stop the car immediately and contact BYD authorized service station 4 Engine oil pressure low warning light Please stop the car immediately and contact BYD authorized service station 5 Engine fault warning light Send the car to BYD authorized service station for inspection 6 Intelligence key system...

Page 51: ...nspection 11 Headlight adjustment indicator If this indicator is illuminated please send the car to BYD authorized service station for inspection 12 Tire pressure fault warning light optional If this indicator is illuminated or flashes please send the car to BYD authorized service station for inspection 13 Body stability control system fault warning light optional If this indicator is illuminated ...

Page 52: ...matic air conditioner button 3 Manual air conditioner button 4 Left air control temperature control switch 5 Internal circulation button 6 External circulation button 7 Sub control button 8 Right air control temperature control switch 9 Rear window and exterior rearview mirror defogging button 10 Front defroster button CLIM OFF PWR VOL AUTO DUAL ...

Page 53: ...peration 1 43 Multimedia system optional 1 Navigation button 2 AM FM button 3 DVD button 4 TV button 5 Eject button 6 Power switch volume knob 7 Previous button 8 Next button 9 Telephone button 10 AUX mode 11 USB mode 12 SD mode TV NAVI OFF PWR VOL AUTO CLIM TEL ...

Page 54: ...USB interface may not support the USB storage devices with poor compatibility If there is any abnormal condition such as smoke and odor immediately turn it off and contact BYD authorized service station do not repair without permission The parking assistant sensor uses sensor in the front and rear of the car to detect the distance between the car and obstacles and inform the driver about this dist...

Page 55: ...ance from the car at the same time the buzzer rings and the corresponding indicator flashes at the same frequency Working example of front side sensor Approximate distance mm Display example Alarm sound 600 500 Fast 500 Long Working example of rear side sensor Approximate distance mm Display example Alarm sound 600 500 Fast 500 Long Working example of front center sensor Approximate distance mm Di...

Page 56: ... other noises that will cause ultrasonic the car surrounding is very noisy There is another vehicle equipped with parking assistant system nearby The car is installed with traction ring The bumper or the sensor has been strongly impacted The car is approaching to a higher or zigzag road edge In the burning sun or cold weather Installation is non original and is lower than the original suspension I...

Page 57: ... between reversing imaging mode and right front imaging mode The right front camera is installed on the right rearview mirror the reversing camera is installed on the back door Parking operation Enable parking imaging system when the vehicle needs parking If reversing isn t required directly enable the right front imaging mode Through direct observation of the surrounding environment and the use o...

Page 58: ...ace is sufficient Display example on the touch screen Right front imaging screen Reversing imaging screen The two lines in the figure are safety lines of reversing Red 0 0 5m Yellow 0 5 2m Green 2m Cigarette lighter note Do not press and hold the cigarette lighter Fatigue warning system optional Driver fatigue warning system uses a camera to collect driver s face image signal in real time and send...

Page 59: ...riving speed and starts collecting human face and other information if the speed exceeds this value the minimum safe speed is about 50km h After the car has run for some time the fatigue warning system detects the driver enters fatigue state from awake and prompts Don t drive when tired in voice The system enters the monitoring mode and starts collecting the human face and other information when t...

Page 60: ...imedia doesn t have corresponding voice prompts please check whether the camera monitoring module works normally and whether is the result of the above reasons Tire pressure monitoring system optional I System description Tire pressure monitoring system Installed on the car it is an auxiliary system that can monitor the tire pressure and other parameters in real time and display and alarm in visua...

Page 61: ... is lower than 75 of the standard tire pressure front tire pressure is lower than 180KPa 1 8Bar 26 1Psi rear tire pressure is lower than 172Kpa 1 72Bar 24 9Psi and the system is running TPMS will send low tire pressure alarm signal in 6 seconds and indicate the location of the low pressure tires After low pressure alarm inflate the tire to standard pressure when the tire pressure is greater than 9...

Page 62: ...condition TPMS displays the pressure value of each tire III Alarm display description Tire pressure fault warning light is Alarm content Display mode Recommen ded operation Tire pressur e is too low Tire pressure fault light is lit Tire pressure value becomes yellow Please check the appropriate tires for the slow leaking and inflate the air pressure to a reasonable range Tire pressur e is too high...

Page 63: ...eck the tire pressure immediately 3 The tire monitoring module sends tire pressure info to the monitor regularly therefore if the tire pressure drops suddenly while driving or the tire is blown up the monitoring module only can send the data to the monitor next time and thus the driving may be out of control If the monitoring module is also damaged when the tire is damaged and thus can t send mess...

Page 64: ...ESET button more than 0 5s and the car will speed up continuously When reaching desired cruise speed release the button 2 Step on the accelerating pedal After reaching desired cruise speed press the SET button 3 To increase the speed slightly press the RESET button repeatedly The car speed increases by 1 6km h every time and will increase to 165km h at most The cruise speed can be decreased in any...

Page 65: ...erse N neutral D drive economic mode S sport mode M manual mode Position of shift lever The position of shift lever includes park reverse neutral drive sport and manual Park P in this position the transmission and shift lever are locked in mechanical mode The gear should be in this position when the engine is shut down or started To shift away from parking position the ignition switch should be in...

Page 66: ...ion the transmission control unit TCU will determine according to current car speed and the transmission position will downshift accordingly until the bottom position one Selecting sport mode When the shift lever is in D position push the lever to the left without upshifting downshifting and the sport mode is selected The gear position display of the combination instrument displays D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 ...

Page 67: ...oves so that the lever can shift from the park position easily when you want to drive the car Ramp start To protect the DCT transmission please use the hand brake to assist the start on steep ramp Special environment In case of downhill bend or mountain road we recommend using the manual mode and shift to lower position in order to take full advantage of engine braking Friendly Tips If the car is ...

Page 68: ...BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual Instrument and Controller Operation 1 58 ...

Page 69: ...D F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual Driving Tips 2 1 Chapter 2 Driving Tips Notice for Running in Period 2 1 Fuel 2 2 Engine Hood 2 3 Gasoline Detergent 2 4 Checking Engine Oil 2 4 Checking Engine Coolant 2 5 ...

Page 70: ... air pollution 3 Using low grade or low quality gasoline will reduce engine life 4 For 476ZQA turbocharged engine it is recommended that use higher quality fuel Adding fuel Filler cap is located on the left side of the car Please keep this side near the pump in the gas station 1 Press the handle outside of the driver s seat to open the filler cap 2 Slowly remove the fuel filler cap Due to the rele...

Page 71: ...have weak speed up and other faults Engine hood 1 Shift to park or neutral position and pull up the hand brake Pull up the engine hood opening handle located in the lower left corner of the instrument panel and the engine hood will bounce a little 2 Stand in front of the car In the middle right location reach the fingers into the leading edge of the engine hood and then move the fingers to the lef...

Page 72: ...ne detergent 4 Not all gasoline detergents are valid The use of inappropriate gasoline detergent may cause engine damage BYD approved gasoline detergent is recommended Checking engine oil It is normal that the engine consumes engine oil The actual engine oil consumption depends on your driving and running conditions of the car Therefore the oil level must be checked regularly It is best to check t...

Page 73: ...heat up faster thus saving fuel Try to arrange shorter mileages together in order to reduce the times of cold state start Turning on the air conditioner will increase the engine load which consumes more fuel Turning off the air conditioner can reduce fuel consumption When the atmospheric temperature is suitable outdoor circulation pattern should be used Carrying luggage The car is equipped with a ...

Page 74: ...ods beyond the front seatbacks 4 While driving ensure that the glove box has been closed If the glove box lid is open the knees of the passenger may be hurt in a crash or emergency stop Carrying luggage in the luggage compartment 1 Put the luggage evenly on the floor in the luggage compartment and put the heaviest luggage on the bottom and as front as possible 2 Fix the objects with a rope or chai...

Page 75: ...riving Before Starting the Engine 3 2 Engine Starting Method 3 2 Safety Examinations before Driving 3 2 Notice for Gear Shift 3 4 Driving Tips under Different Conditions 3 4 Driving Tips in Winter 3 5 Trailer Towing 3 6 Parking Brake 3 7 Special Situation Treatment while Driving 3 8 ...

Page 76: ...e security state 2 Engine starting Before starting the engine make sure the work described in Before starting has been done Normal starting The multi point fuel injection system in the engine will automatically control the mixture of air and fuel used for starting You can perform cold or warm engine start according to the following procedures Move the start button to ON position to start the engin...

Page 77: ...rs instrument lighting and defrosters can work normally Brake Make sure there is enough free clearance for the pedal Engine compartment interior Spare fuses Make sure spare fuses of different rated amperage are provided in the fuse box Coolant level Make sure the coolant level is correct Battery and cable Check whether the battery connectors are corroded or loose whether the box has cracks and whe...

Page 78: ...celerate the wear of transmission When shifting from high position to low position do not downshift two or more gear positions or shift to low position when the engine is at high speed 5000Km min or else it will damage the engine Driving tips under different conditions When driving against the wind you should drive slowly so that the vehicle can be controlled easily Avoid driving on high and sharp...

Page 79: ...kes are used Similarly the parking brake cannot park the vehicle firm either While driving do not reach the head or hands out of the window to avoid accidents and hazard especially when children are in the car Driving tips in winter Make sure the coolant has proper anti freezing protection effect Only coolants specified by BYD authorized service stations can be applied You should select proper coo...

Page 80: ...here is any accumulated ice or snow under the dashboard It is suggested you carry some necessary tools for emergent use according to the road conditions It s best you have a tire chain a window scraper a bag of sand or salt a signal flashing device a small shovel connecting cables etc in the vehicle Trailer towing BYD F7 is designed mainly for transporting passengers Towing trailers will exert adv...

Page 81: ...owing will increase the load of the vehicle so it should be maintained more frequently How to save fuel and prolong the vehicle service life Fuel consumption can be reduced easily and conveniently It can also lengthen the service life of the vehicle Following is some knowledge on reducing the fuel and repair expenditure Keep proper tire pressure Tire pressure insufficiency will lead to tire wear a...

Page 82: ...rive 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 The chassis should be kept clean and free of mud This can not only reduce the vehicle weight but also prevent corrosion Adjust the vehicle to keep it in the optimal state Dirty air filter improper air vale dirty spark plug dirty engine oil and lub...

Page 83: ... brake warning light goes out Driving when the parking handle is not fully released will damage the brakes tires and axles When parking in cold region in the winter it is recommended that do not use the parking brake system shift the gear to any non neutral position after flameout manual transmission and shift to P position automatic transmission When parking please choose a suitable location do n...

Page 84: ...itch Contact BYD authorized service station for help Friendly Tips To avoid personal 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 Friendly Tips While the engine is running please keep your hands clothes a certain distance away from the worki...

Page 85: ...BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual Exterior Maintenance 4 1 Chapter 4 Exterior Maintenance Sheet Metal Paint Maintenance 4 2 Paint Maintenance Tips 4 3 Washing and Waxing 4 4 ...

Page 86: ...ection film ASAP To avoid corrosion for BYD F0 please follow the instructions below Wash the car regularly Washing your car regularly can keep it clean But for anti corrosion please abide by the following points In winter if you drive the car on the road with saline alkali or live by the sea please wash the running part of the car at least once per month to reduce corrosion High pressure or steam ...

Page 87: ... Wash in time after raining The rain stains on the car body gradually reduce and the concentration of acid substances increases if the rain stains aren t rinsed with clean water as soon as possible the paint will be damaged Before washing the car wait until the engine cools down do not wash the car in the burning sun or high temperature in order to avoid detergent drying and leaving marks Use dedi...

Page 88: ...f the paint For cleaning of light plating metal parts use graphite cleaning agent and wax regularly for protection Washing and waxing Cleaning for BYD F7 Clean the car in normal way In the cases below the paint film may peel off and there will be corrosion in the car body and parts Please clean the car immediately Driving along the seacoast Driving on the road covered with anti freezer Stuck with ...

Page 89: ...if you use the mixture of detergent and wax Please use quality polish and car wax When the polishing on the car body has been weathered seriously please use the cleaning polish separated from the car wax Follow the instructions and precautions from the manufacturer The chrome plated surface also needs polishing and waxing On a large surface if the water can not form beads but stay on the surface y...

Page 90: ...o scratch or damage the heater strip or the plug Please use damp and soft cloth to clean the air conditioning control panel car stereo system instrument panel control panel and switches Dip a clean and soft cloth into the water or tepid water and then wipe away the dust gently Warning Do not use organic substances like solvent kerosene alcohol or gas and acid base solutions because these chemicals...

Page 91: ...he surface of the leather grain Dirty leather ornaments will generate mold Please try to avoid oil stain and always keep the ornaments clean Long time exposure to the sun may cause solidification or shrinkage to the leather surface So please park your car in the shade especially in summer In the hot summer the temperature inside the car tends to rise Do not place those articles made of vinyl plast...

Page 92: ...BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual Exterior Maintenance 4 8 ...

Page 93: ...ual Maintenance Notice 5 1 Chapter 5 Maintenance Notice Regular Maintenance 5 2 BYD F7 Passenger Car Maintenance Program 5 2 F7 483QB Engine Maintenance Schedule and Content 5 4 F7 476ZQA Engine Maintenance Schedule and Content 5 8 ...

Page 94: ...ernal training programs of sales and service station and other latest information on services The professional staff will provide you with professional service BYD authorized service station has spent a lot of money and provided with a variety of BYD dedicated tools and repair equipment which help to get the job done better and reduce costs The maintenance department of BYD authorized service stat...

Page 95: ... in the periodic maintenance table are prepared on the assumption that the car is used as the normal means of transport for passengers and objects You should also follow the advice below 1 Avoid exceeding the loading limits because overloading will make the engine brakes and most other parts bear additional burden 2 On the road allowing traffic dive under the speed limit in accordance with the law...

Page 96: ...ter Readings or Months Whichever Comes Earlier 1 000 km 3 8 13 18 23 28 33 38 43 48 53 58 63 68 7 3 Months 3 Fir st Ti me 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 4 5 Engine Transmission 1 Check if the ribbed belt is with crack flying chip or abrasion and adjust its intensity I I I I R I I I 2 Replace engine timing belt 483QB engine Check every 20 000km replace every 80 000km replacement in Advance as...

Page 97: ...irm I I I I I I I I 7 Check the engine coolant level in the overflow pot I I I I I I I I 8 Replace the engine coolant Replace every two years or 40 000km 9 Replace the element of the air filter General Service Condition Clean every 2500km replace every 15000km Severe service Condition Replacement in Advance as Required 10 Change the engine oil General Service Condition R every 5000km or six months...

Page 98: ...aking air I I I I I I I I 17 Check transmission oil cooler hose I I I I I I I I 18 Check the control cable of the throttle valve I I I I I I I I 19 The throttle body Clean every 10000km 20 The oil nozzle I I I I 21 Check the oxygen sensor I I I I I I I I 22 Check the three way catalytic converter I I I I I I I I 23 The fuel filter Every 10 000km or six months 24 The fuel tank cover fuel pipe and t...

Page 99: ...ake pipe and hose I I I I I I I I 32 Power assisted steering fluid Replace after first 40 000km then replace every two years or 40 000km check once every year 33 The steering wheel and draw bar I I I I I I I I 34 The dust helmet of transmission shaft I I I I I I I I 35 The ball pin and dust helmet I I I I I I I I 36 The front and back suspension system I I I I I I I I 37 The tire and inflation pre...

Page 100: ...nge or lubricate 2 Time period for replacement of oil filter can be reduced based on the dirt level of the gasoline engine Severe service condition means 1 Always running in the dusty area or exposure to salty air 2 Always running on the bumpy water logging or mountain road 3 Running in cold areas 4 The engine frequently suffers long lasting idle running or short distance running in the cold seaso...

Page 101: ...rack flying chip or abrasion and adjust its intensity I I I I R I 2 Check if the ignition cable is damaged I I I I I I 3 Check and replace the spark plug General Service Condition Replace every 25 000km 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 I I I 5 Check if the water cooling pipe is damaged and wh...

Page 102: ...ace the engine oil filter Replace every time the engine oil is replaced 12 Check the battery accumulator I I I I I I 13 Check the idle speed of the engine I I I I I I 14 Check if the exhaust fitting is leaking air I I I I I I 15 Check the oxygen sensor I I I I I I 16 Check the three way catalytic converter I I I I I I 17 The fuel filter Replace every year or 20 000km 18 The fuel tank cover fuel pi...

Page 103: ...rake I I I I I I 25 The brake pad and brake disc I I I I I I I I I I I I 26 Brake fluid Replace every two years or 40 000km check during schedule maintenance 27 The brake pipe and hose I I I I I I 28 Power assisted steering fluid Replace after first 40 000km then replace every two years or 40 000km check once every year 29 The steering wheel and draw bar I I I I I I 30 The dust helmet of transmiss...

Page 104: ...able I inspect adjust or replace R replace change or lubricate 2 Time period for replacement of oil filter can be reduced based on the dirt level of the gasoline engine Severe service condition means 1 Always running in the dusty area or exposure to salty air 2 Always running on the bumpy water logging or mountain road 3 Running in cold areas 4 The engine frequently suffers long lasting idle runni...

Page 105: ...ing condition be sure to add BYD approved gasoline detergent in gasoline on a regular basis The specific usage of gasoline detergent the gasoline detergent should be added in each regular maintenance including first 3500km maintenance add 1 bottle 180ml each time add the gasoline detergent after filling up the tank and do not add extra gasoline and additives before running out the tank of fuel For...

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Page 107: ...BYD F7 1 F7 2 F7 3 Owner s Manual Self Maintenance 6 1 Chapter 6 Self Maintenance Cooling System 6 2 Power Steering Fluid 6 5 Washer 6 5 Battery 6 6 Tire 6 7 Skid Chain 6 9 ...

Page 108: ...eely 9 Battery check the battery status and terminal corrosion once every month 10 Air conditioning system check the functioning of air conditioning device weekly 11 Tires check tire pressure monthly Check the wear conditions of tires and whether there are embedded foreign bodies 12 Windshield defroster check the defroster outlet when use heater and air conditioner every month 13 Lights check the ...

Page 109: ...engine and radiator have cooled down 2 Rotate the radiator cover counterclockwise do not press down until tightened In this way the residual pressure in the cooling system will be released in full 3 Press down and rotate counter clockwise at the same time to remove the radiator cap 4 The coolant level should reach the bottom of the neck of the injection port If inadequate add BYD approved coolant ...

Page 110: ... brands and models Warning The coolant may spurt and result in severe burns if the expansion tank is opened before the engine is completely cooled down Before opening the expansion tank make sure that the engine and expansion tank have cooled down 1 Confirm that the engine radiator and expansion tank have cooled down 2 Rotate the expansion tank cover counterclockwise do not press down until remove...

Page 111: ...er steering fluid level indicates that the system may leak oil please check the oil level regularly and inspect the system as soon as possible Warning Only use Mobil ATF DEXRON III transmission fluid or ATF transmission fluid complying with DEXRON III as power steering fluid while other types of power steering fluid will damage the power steering system Be careful to add the power steering oil to ...

Page 112: ... on market Battery Check the status of the battery monthly Examine the color in the indication window and the terminal corrosion Warning In normal operation the battery may generate explosive hydrogen Spark or open flame may cause the battery explosion the energy of which is sufficient to cause serious injury or even death All sparks open flames and flammable materials must be kept away from the b...

Page 113: ...ire damage and wear and the method of changing tires in detail Warning Tires of excessive wear or insufficient tire pressure will cause accidents and personal injury or death Always comply with all instructions on the tire inflation and maintenance in the Owner s Manual Inflation Keep tires properly inflated to ensure optimized maneuverability tire life and driving comfort Underinflated tires wear...

Page 114: ...beless tires feature self enclosed function if punctured However since the leak is usually very slow the leaking position should be located carefully as long as the tire pressure starts reducing Inspection When checking the tire inflation every time also check whether the tires have damage foreign matter piercing and wearing You should look for 1 Tread or side damage and heave replace the tires in...

Page 115: ...lace with radial tires of same size load range rated speed and maximum cold tire pressure marked on the tire side Mixing radial tire and twill tire will reduce the braking capacity driving force traction and steering precision of the car Installing improper tires will affect the flexibility and stability of the vehicle and may lead to accidents and casualties It is best to replace the four tires a...

Page 116: ...n when driving on icy road Friendly Tips The driving speed should not exceed 30km h or the lower speed limit prescribed by the tire chain factory Drive carefully and pay attention to the bulge objects holes and a sharp turn which may result in the vehicle jumping When using the tire chain please avoid a sharp turn or a locked wheel braking which could adversely affect the operation of the car When...

Page 117: ...se the wipers to scrape the ice on the windshield surface use dedicated ice scraper instead Do not wipe on dirty oily or waxed windshield surface Keep the glass surface clean and do not wipe the dust sand insects and foreign matters on the glass surface During car washing and body paint maintenance it doesn t need to wax the windshield because the wax layer will reflect light in poor lighting envi...

Page 118: ...e the windshield if there are too many or too big wounds Regularly replace the wipers every six months When cleaning the windshield lift the wiper arm first and follow the specific operation below A First turn off the car power B As shown in the figure grasp the top of the wiper with the thumb and other fingers and carefully lift the wiper assembly X ...

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