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BYD AUTO S6, S6A, S6K Owner's Manual

Maintenance Instructions 6-2

Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance is very

important

BYD Auto Company strongly

recommends that users protect BYD

S6 cars by following the maintenance

program below, because scheduled

maintenance serves the following

purposes:

a. Saves fuel

b. Extends its operating life

c. Enjoy your driving

d. Drive safely and stably

e. Conform to regulations on

maintenance

f. Conform to governmental

regulations

Tips

Please refer to BYD S6

"Maintenance & Repair Manual"

and turn to BYD service station

regularly for car maintenance.

Stated maintenance record

Please fill all stated maintenance

items into the schedule at BYD

service station and keep all receipts

safe.To make sure your vehicle runs

optimally, follow the maintenance

schedule.

Where can you get maintenance

service?

It is recommended to keep your

vehicle maintained at your local BYD

service station. BYD technicians are

all well-trained professionals. They

will get the latest service information,

such as proceedings about technique,

maintenance and internal training

program of BYD service station, in

order to provide better and more

professional maintenance service for

your car.

BYD service stations have spent a

large amount of money on special

tools and maintenance equipment for

BYD cars, which helps to provide

better complete maintenance tasks as

well as reduce expenses, and provide

quicker and better service for you.

BYD service stations can perform all

the maintenance programs for your

car

– reliably and economically.

Which maintenance items can be

completed by driver himself?

Some simple maintenance tasks can

be performed by a driver with some

mechanical knowledge and basic

auto-repairing tools. For instruction

details, see Chapter 7. Naturally, you

Summary of Contents for S6

Page 1: ...BYD AUTO S6 S6A S6K Owner s Manual BYD S6 S6A S6K Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...w items will subject to your confirmation before settlement we will check with you item by item again 5 Estimate the servicing time and follow up notify you immediately if there is any delay If you want to check the servicing process I will reply in 10 minutes 6 In the servicing process I use the six piece suit interior protection and three piece exterior protection for your car 7 Only use genuine...

Page 3: ...arantee of repair replacement and return To prevent loss caused by vehicle accidents it is suggested that vehicle insurances including the self ignition loss insurance and the theft robbery insurance etc be purchased In addition please do not leave valuables in your car so as protect your car better and protect your valuables from being stolen The manual aims to help you use the car correctly but ...

Page 4: ...k you for choosing a BYD Auto Your opinions and suggestions are welcome To provide better service to you please provide accurate contact details and contact a BYD Sales service station for your information updates Please obtain the number plate for your vehicle as soon as possible and pay attention to relevant state laws and regulations For car usage communication please visit BYD Auto Club BBS ht...

Page 5: ...rs of BYD AUTO 1 Chapter 1 Operation of Instruments and Controls 1 1 Chapter 2 Driving Guidelines 2 1 Chapter 3 Starting and Driving 3 1 Chapter 4 Emergency Treatment 4 1 Chapter 5 Vehicle Exterior Maintenance 5 1 Chapter 6 Maintenance Instructions 6 1 Chapter 7 Self maintenance 7 1 ...

Page 6: ...k no load Wheelbase mm 2720 Tread Front mm Front rear 1580 1555 Wheel Alignment Front wheel chamber 0º 40 45 Front wheel toe in 0 2mm Kingpin inclination angle 10º40 45 Kingpin caster angle 2º 35 45 Rear wheel chamber 0º 45 45 Rear wheel toe in 3 2 mm Curb Weight kg kg 1620 1665 1695 Gross Weight kg kg 1995 2040 2070 Front Rear Axle Load Gross Weight kg 1050 945 1055 985 1085 985 Maximum Design Sp...

Page 7: ...tion dual overhead camshaft DOHC In line four cylinders 16 valves MPI fuel injection single overhead camshaft SOHC In line four cylinders forced circulation water cooling dual overhead camshaft four strokes Displacement ml 1991 2362 2362 Max Torque Nm rpm 172 4750 229 4000 229 4000 Max Output Power kw rpm 95 5800 118 5800 118 5800 Fuel Consumption K 100km 9 2 9 8 9 8 Tyre Balancing Requirement The...

Page 8: ... and Controls Anti theft System Keys 1 4 Wireless Remote Control Function 1 6 Intelligent Key Access and Starting Function 1 8 Steering Lock Function 1 10 The Battery in the Tntelligent Key Runs out of Power 1 10 Anti theft System 1 12 Power Windows 1 13 Power Door Lock 1 13 Back Door 1 15 Sunroof 1 15 ...

Page 9: ...fications 1 Front three way catalyst The other emission system identification is on the rear three way catalyst in the bottom of the car as shown below Tips When the engine is started or just flames out do not touch it because it is still hot For S6 models in the sale the emission identification depends on the power assembly Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number is marked...

Page 10: ...vehicle identification number The figure below is the fuel grade nameplate which is attached to the inside of the filler cap Warning Tips The cooling fan warning label and engine coolant replacement signage are attached to the inside of the engine room Airbag warning label is attached to the right sun visor Vehicle identification number Vehicle nameplate Fuel tank code Coolant signage Cooling fan ...

Page 11: ...ressure signage is below the left pillar B Keys Intelligent Keys and Mechanical Keys 1 Intelligent Key used to lock unlock all doors and available in two types electronic intelligent key and card type intelligent key The electronic intelligent key can be used to lock unlock doors open the back door and search for the car nearby Airbag warning label Label of front passenger s airbag Child protectio...

Page 12: ...starting system as the electromagnetic waves may affect the normal use of such devices Do not attach any object which may block electromagnetic waves such as a metal sealing part to the key Do not hit other objects with the intelligent key Do not place the key in areas of high temperature for prolonged periods of time e g on the dashboard exposed to direct sunlight Do not immerse the intelligent k...

Page 13: ... light will flash once for each switch operated If the electronic key cannot function well at a short distance or when the indicator light on the key is dim or off 1 Check whether there is radio equipment radio station or radio transmitter etc nearby which may interfere with the normal operation of the key 2 The battery may run out of power Inspect and replace the battery inside the electronic int...

Page 14: ...steering signal lights will not flash Meanwhile the alarm will be sounded Unlocking all doors will be unlocked by pressing down the unlocking button At this moment the steering signal lights will flash twice in the non anti theft case and flash twice times in the anti theft case If the power gear is at the position of ACC or ON the remote intelligent key will not work When the electronic intellige...

Page 15: ...on active region within the range of about 1m away from the micro switch of the front door handle 2 Starting engine function active region in carriage When the intelligent key of another car is near to the intelligent key of your car it may take longer to unlock the doors which is normal Access Function Door locking and unlocking Locking By pressing down the micro switch of the external door handl...

Page 16: ...c wave nearby e g TV tower power station and radio station The intelligent key is carried together with communication devices like an interphone and mobile phone The intelligent key is touched or covered by metal objects The door handle is operated quickly The intelligent key is close to the door handle when starting the engine The battery is in a state of low power The intelligent key is near hig...

Page 17: ... and should be replaced as soon as possible Replace Card type Intelligent Key Battery You can replace the battery yourself The battery type is CR2025 1 Pull out the mechanical key in the arrow direction 2 Take out the battery 3 Insert the new battery into the intelligent key and then put the mechanical key back into the card type intelligent key After battery replacement check whether the card typ...

Page 18: ...n indicating that you can start the engine 4 Start the engine within 5 s Power saving The key will communicate with the car even when you are not driving the car Do not leave the key inside the car or within a range of 2 m from the car If an intelligent key receives strong electromagnetic waves for long period the battery will run low quickly Intelligent keys must be kept at least 2m away from the...

Page 19: ...ds The anti theft indicator light will start flashing after the system is set 2 Make sure the indicator light is flashing before you leave the car If anyone in the car unlocks the door the anti theft system alarm will be activated So do not leave anybody in the car when the system is set Alarm triggering After the system is set it will give out an alarm in the following cases 1 Any door or the fro...

Page 20: ...tton is pressed down only the driver side window will ascend or descend while the passenger side windows will not When the start button is switched to OFF the power windows can continue to work for 10 minutes at the most The delay function can be cancelled immediately by opening either front door Tips Please be aware of safety as the power windows are not provided with the anti clamping function W...

Page 21: ...The lock knob in each passenger side door can only lock or unlock the respective door Rear door child protection lock As shown in the figure pull the lock latch to the position of LOCK When the child protection lock is locked the rear doors cannot be opened with the internal handle As long as there is a child in the car we suggest that you use the function Tips As the front door lock is provided w...

Page 22: ...Unlock using the wireless remote control function or by turning the mechanical key clockwise 2 The back door can be opened by pulling up its external handle 3 Back door closing Pull down the back door and then press it down Sunroof Sunroof tilting Tilt operation Tilting upwards the sunroof is opened upwards by pressing down the switch Tilting downwards pull down the switch until it is closed compl...

Page 23: ...ual Anti theft system1 16 Closing push the button forward to close the sunroof Tips If the sunroof is operated after rain snow or car washing water may enter the car Therefore please wipe the sunroof with a dry cloth before operation ...

Page 24: ...nd Passenger Safety 1 17 Chapter 1 Section 2 Operation of Instruments and Controls Driver and Passenger Safety Safety Precautions 1 18 Seats 1 19 Child Seat Protection Device 1 20 Seat Belts 1 26 SRS optional 1 28 Danger of CO Intoxication 1 36 ...

Page 25: ...cause of car accidents and casualties Generally speaking the greater the speed the greater the danger will be Please drive at a safe speed according to the road traffic conditions Keep the car at the state of safe driving It is extremely dangerous to have a flat tyre or mechanical failure To reduce such possibilities please inspect the car carefully and complete the various inspection items specif...

Page 26: ...asualties The car must not be started until all passengers are well seated It is prohibited to sit on the folded backrest or luggage During emergency braking or in the event of a collision people who do not sit or wear the seat belts correctly may be seriously injured It is prohibited for passengers to stand up or move between seats Otherwise during emergency braking or a collision they may be ser...

Page 27: ...al coming with the child protection device Type of Child Protection Device The protection devices are classified into the following three types according to the ages and bodies of the children 1 Baby infant seat 2 Child seat convertible 3 Youth seat auxiliary When the child seat protection device isn t in use Please fix the child protection device on the seat properly Do not place the device on th...

Page 28: ...anism rear seat ALR ELR seat belt ISOFIX rigid anchor ISOFIX child protection device The outer rear seat is provided with dedicated fixing lever the label showing the anchoring position is attached to the seat Fixing anchor support for top drawstring The outer rear seat is provided with fixing anchor support Install the child protection device with seat belt for child protection device locking 1 R...

Page 29: ... isn t twisted Pull out the shoulder safety belt completely and then let it retract slightly to enter the locking mode in which the seat belt only can be retracted Tighten the child seat in the rear seat and let the shoulder safety belt fully retract until the child seat is fixed firmly When the shoulder safety belt is fully taut pull the seat belt to make sure that it can t be pulled out Youth se...

Page 30: ...and keep the waist belt as low as possible Remove the child protection device fixed with seat belt Press the buckle release button to retract the seat belt completely Install child protection device with ISOFIX rigid anchor ISOFIX child protection device Check the position of the dedicated fixing lever and install the child protection device onto the seat Install the fixing lever in the gap betwee...

Page 31: ...ix the child protection device with seat belt or ISOFIX rigid anchor and remove the headrest Open the cover of the anchor support buckle the hook to the anchor support and tighten the top drawstring Make sure that the top drawstring is buckled firmly 1 Hook 2 Top drawstring 3 Anchor support Reinstall the headrest ...

Page 32: ...evice firmly If the device isn t fixed it may cause serious injury or even death to the child in case of emergency braking or accident Install youth seat auxiliary 1 If the driver s seat obstructs the proper installation of the child protection device please install the device onto the right rear seat 2 Install the forward child seat or youth auxiliary seat onto the front passenger s seat only whe...

Page 33: ...und the anchoring device and the seat belt isn t jammed behind the child seat Make sure that the child seat is fixed firmly or else it may cause serious injury or even death to the child in case of emergency braking or accident Seat Belts The driver and passengers should adjust the shoulder height of the three point seat belts to the appropriate position according to their own body size The length...

Page 34: ... child seat on the back seat and seat the child in the child seat Meanwhile the seat belt should be fastened well for protection It is prohibited for children to sit in the front seat Do not seat a child on their knees or arms Otherwise the child may be seriously injured or even killed Do not let children stand or kneel on the front or back seat During emergency braking or a collision unprotected ...

Page 35: ... protection Make sure the shoulder safety belt is at the middle of your shoulder Keep the belt away from the neck but also prevent it from falling off the shoulder Otherwise in the case of accidents the belt s protection performance will be reduced For safety the shoulder safety belt shall not be lower than the upper arm SRS optional SRS provides additional protection of the passenger head and che...

Page 36: ...airbag system Please use the car correctly by following the instruction manual Otherwise the expected effect of SRS cannot be guaranteed Tips A loud noise occurs when the air bag is deployed Generally no injury will be caused however it is not excluded that tinnitus or temporary threshold shift may be caused but it will be recovered quickly Gas released at SRS air bag deployment may have some odou...

Page 37: ...ct your head and chest Since the two airbags use the same sensor the airbags will explode at the same time However only one airbag explodes sometimes This may be that the severity of the collision is at the critical value of airbag explosion In this case the seat belt will provide the primary protection while the auxiliary protection provided by the airbag is very little The frontal airbag inflate...

Page 38: ...ain airbag optional If your car is equipped with curtain airbags the airbags will explode in moderate to severe side collision to protect the heads of the driver and the passengers and reduce the injury In cars equipped with the side airbag Tips The front seats and backrests should be protected from water Otherwise normal operation of the SRS air bag may be affected For cars equipped with side air...

Page 39: ...e SRS air bag should be replaced Notice for side airbag maintenance In the following cases please contact the BYD auto sales service stations immediately 1 Both the side airbags and the curtain airbags have been deployed 2 In the event of a collision with the car doors the shaded section in the figure the SRS air bag will not be deployed 3 The surface of seats equipped with side airbags the shadow...

Page 40: ... manufacturer The airbag system must be disabled by a BYD auto sales service station After an airbag is disabled the BYD sales shops will attach a label to the corresponding position and make a record in the Guarantee Manual Tips If the air bag system has to be disabled on special occasions please have it done at a BYD auto sales service station Otherwise it may cause serious injuries or death To ...

Page 41: ...ploy The car crashes into a concrete column a tree or other long and thin objects The car bumps into a truck The car crashes into a wall but not head on The car rolls laterally Other vehicles hit the rear of the car The car sides are hit by other vehicles side airbags not installed not necessarily ...

Page 42: ... not attach any object on or cover the surface of the steering wheel trim cover or the surface of the front passenger airbag and do not make any other decorative treatment at such places These two places must only be cleaned with a dry or slightly damp cloth and should not be knocked violently There should not be other persons animals or objects between the driver front passenger and the SRS airba...

Page 43: ...SRS components are to be discarded please follow relevant safety regulations and scrapping procedures SRS is supplied with a strong anti interference capability for surrounding electromagnetic interference However please do not use the car in electromagnetic environments not permitted by the state to prevent accidents After SRS deploys direct contact with the SRS airbag module components should be...

Page 44: ... may cause CO intoxication High concentrations of CO will accumulate quickly in an enclosed area e g a garage Do not start the engine while the garage door is closed Even if the garage door is open the engine should only be run enough to drive the car out When the back door is opened exhaust gases can enter the car with air and cause a dangerous environment If the engine has to be started when the...

Page 45: ...efroster 1 39 Chapter 1 Section 3 Operation of Instruments and Controls Lights Wiper and Defroster Headlights 1 40 Fog Light optional 1 41 Front and Rear Windscreen Wiper 1 41 Rear Window Defroster 1 42 External Rear view Mirror Defroster if equipped 1 43 ...

Page 46: ... on the dipped beam headlights and width indicators These lights will be turned on or off automatically according to the solar intensity sensed by the light intensity sensor The solar intensity sensor is on the top of the dashboard Do not cover the sensor or allow any liquid to come into contact with it Tips To prevent the battery from discharging when the engine is not running do not keep lights ...

Page 47: ...n release it When you turn the dimming knob to the position OFF to turn off the headlights the front rear fog lights will be turned off When you turn the light control switch to the position or again the front fog lights will be turned on If you want to turn off the front fog lights completely please turn the fog light switch downward to the position Front and Rear Windscreen Wiper The control han...

Page 48: ...per will stop Turning the switch knob to the position the rear windscreen wiper and washer will start simultaneously Turn the switch knob downward to position and release it The wiper will wipe twice more after detergent is sprayed Tips The wiper blades should be inspected periodically and dirt on the blades should be cleared away Dry wiping is prohibited If the wiper is started immediately after ...

Page 49: ...ear window is clear The rear window should be wiped laterally Otherwise the heating wires and the aerial wire of the defroster inside the rear window may be damaged by accident External Rear view Mirror Defroster if equipped When the defroster switch of the rear window is pressed down the heating panel in the external rear view mirror will make the mirror clear quickly Tips Do not adjust the exter...

Page 50: ...48 Outdoor Temperature Display 1 48 Mileage Information Display 1 48 Gear Display optional 1 48 Tachometer 1 48 Coolant Thermometer 1 48 Fuel Gauge 1 49 Driving Information Display 1 49 Menu Adjustment Display 1 50 Indication Information Display 1 53 Fault Information Display 1 53 Indicator for Unfastened Front Passenger Seat Belt 1 54 Low Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Light 1 55 ...

Page 51: ...ing Signal and Danger Alarm Indicator Light 1 57 Width indicating Light Indicator 1 57 Low Fuel Indicator Light 1 57 Safety System Indicator Light 1 57 Main Beam Indicator Light 1 58 Front Fog Light Indicator 1 58 Rear Fog Light Indicator 1 58 Main Indicator Light for Cruise Control optional 1 58 Cruise Control Indicator Light optional 1 58 SVS Indicator Light 1 58 Smart Key Key Position Indicator...

Page 52: ...nd Indicator Lights 1 47 1 Speedometer 2 Outdoor temperature display 3 Mileage information display 4 Gear Display 5 Tachometer 6 Coolant thermometer 7 Travel reset button 8 Fuel Gauge 9 Driving information display Outdoors Total mileage Clock setting ...

Page 53: ...e 2 to be reset and then press hold the travel reset button until the displayed value is 0 0 km Gear Display optional Displays the current gear Tachometer The tachometer indicates the rotation speed in rpm revolutions per minute It is used to select the correct moment for gear shifting during driving Driving at high engine speeds will lead to excessive wear of the engine and higher fuel consumptio...

Page 54: ...uel gauge may vary and the indicator light for low fuel may come on earlier 1 Emergency braking accelerating or turning 2 When driving on a slope or bend If the remaining fuel is consumed to a certain amount the first point on the scale of the fuel indicator will flash and the indicator light for low fuel will come on as well Meanwhile the right liquid crystal display shows Please add fuel to remi...

Page 55: ... the last reset to the present It is indicated in km h Driving time used to indicate the time of idle speed and driving accumulated from the last reset to the present Driving information operation press button on the steering wheel to switch the displayed driving information Select any interface of fuel consumption average fuel consumption average car speed driving time and hold button and then th...

Page 56: ...e short dashes will be displayed ON OFF Initiate or disable the function for maintenance interval 30 days 30 days as the increment to extend the maintenance interval 30 days 30 days as the increment to shorten the maintenance interval reset Reset the maintenance interval return Exit from the menu of maintenance interval and return to the previous menu 1 2 Maintenance mileage set the maintenance mi...

Page 57: ... reaches the set alarm value the alarm information will be displayed in the right LCD of the dashboard Display item Function Car speed Menu name alarm X km h or Alarm speed set currently or if the function is disabled three short dashes will be displayed ON OFF Initiate or disable the function of car speed alarm 10 km h 10 km h as the increment to increase the alarm speed 10 km h 10 km h as the in...

Page 58: ...fuel When remaining fuel is low this information will be displayed with buzzer warning XX days to the maintenance date The information is displayed to indicate when the maintenance interval is due soon XX km to the maintenance mileage The information is displayed to indicate when the maintenance mileage is due soon XX days XXX km to the The information is displayed to indicate maintenance date whe...

Page 59: ... station Check brake system This information indicates that the brake fluid level is low or there is a fault with the braking system Stop the car immediately and contact the BYD auto sales service station Check the ABS system This information will be displayed when there is fault with the ABS or braking system Contact the BYD auto sales service station for inspection immediately Check the The info...

Page 60: ... sales service station When the engine runs at idle speed the indicator light may flash at intervals or come on temporarily after emergency braking When the engine is accelerated gradually the indicator light may go out which is normal WARNING When the indicator light for low engine oil pressure comes on park the car safely and stop the engine immediately Otherwise the engine will be damaged Charg...

Page 61: ... parking brake is engaged 2 When the start button is at gear ON the indicator light will not go out even if the parking brake is released SRS Indicator Light The indicator light is used to monitor the air bag system When the start button is at gear ON the indicator light will come on for about 5 s and then go out which means that SRS is working normally If any of the following occurs it means that...

Page 62: ... indicating Light Indicator When the headlight switch is at position or the indicator light will come on If you have turned the power to gear ACC OFF and the headlights have not been turned off the indicator light will stay on constantly After the headlight switch is put to position the background light intensity of the combination instrument and the dashboard can be adjusted by turning the travel...

Page 63: ...m In this case the car should be driven to the BYD auto sales service station for inspection Smart Key Key Position Indicator Pressing the start button if there is not a key the indicator light will come on for several seconds and the buzzer will beep if the indicator light flashes it means that the power of the smart key is low If the indicator light is not on please supply power for starting If ...

Page 64: ...d Convenience Devices Indoor Air Environment Control System 1 60 CD Multimedia System if equipped 1 65 Cigar Lighter 1 66 Ashtray 1 66 Accessory Power Socket optional 1 66 Coat Hook 1 67 Interior Rear view Mirror 1 67 Carpet and Mat 1 68 Cruise Control optional 1 70 Auxiliary Parking System optional 1 71 Parking Imaging System optional 1 74 ...

Page 65: ... Manual Comfort and convenience devices 1 60 Indoor Air Environment Control System Air conditioner panel standard Outdoor temperature Temperature Temperature Automatic OFF Temperature Temperature Thursday Mode Independent control ...

Page 66: ...t Button 8 12 Blower Capacity Adjustment Button 10 Supply Mode Button 15 16 Passenger side Temperature Adjustment Button 17 Rear Defrosting 18 Front Defrosting Button Note Strong Cooling Button When this button is pressed down the indicator is lit and the temperature turns to the lowest LO automatically the circulation mode turns to Internal and the capacity turns to highest This feature will decr...

Page 67: ...e Button 6 Map Navigation Button 7 Destination Setting Button 8 Phone Button 9 Air Conditioner Control Button 10 Settings Button 11 Image Quality Adjustment Button 12 Audio System Button 13 Reversing Radar Switch 14 15 Passenger side Temperature Adjustment Button16 Rear Defrosting Button 17 Front Defrosting Button Automatic OFF Temperature Temperature Temperature Temperature Map Destination Phone ...

Page 68: ...dar Display 3 Date Display 4 Exterior Temperature Display 5 Time Display 6 Passenger side Interior Temperature Display Tips If turning to ON position or started in extreme temperature the multifunction display may be abnormal e g LCD can t be lit When the temperature resumes normal the display will work normally Driver s side Outdoor Passenger s side ...

Page 69: ...on the indicator light is on is pressed the driver side and the passenger side temperature can be adjusted respectively When the independent control button is pressed again the indicator light is off the temperature of the driver side and the passenger side will be the same if the driver side temperature button is adjusted Mode Button Air direction can be selected by pressing the button Front defr...

Page 70: ...e when the air conditioner is working and the water absorbs part of the body sweat smoke and dust in the car The water absorbing odor and dust will be discharged through the drain pipe but it can t be drained completely After a long time the evaporator surface will be moldy due to a lot of dust and impurities attached Odor processing method Clean the air conditioner evaporator with degreasing solv...

Page 71: ...e device with low compatibility In the event of smoke or odour for example please cut the power supply immediately and contact the BYD auto sales service station Do not handle it by yourself Cigar Lighter WARNING If the cigarette lighter can not be ejected by itself after being pressed please contact the BYD auto sales service station for inspection as soon as possible Ashtray WARNING Close the as...

Page 72: ...due to the strong impulsive force which may prevent the air bag from being deployed Interior Rear view Mirror Interior Rear view Mirror standard Interior Rear view Mirror deluxe 1 Adjust the position of the interior rear view mirror to enable watching the rear vision of the car through the rear windshield 2 The automatic electronic anti glare feature is available for all models 1 Enable the electr...

Page 73: ...lay precautions of electronic compass interior rear view mirror 1 The electronic compass shows when the car is started and hides when the engine flames out 2 If the reversing radar is turned on the electronic compass does not show during backing 3 The direction indicated by the car front in the figure is the actual running direction 4 Altitude shows the altitude at which the car is located it is n...

Page 74: ...the left front driver mat is equipped with the fixing clamp a Left front driver mat installation methods are as follows 1 Install the mat fixing clamp As shown in figure press the clamp down a certain angle The mat can be installed after ensuring that the clamp is installed well 2 Tear off the three non woven fabric strips on the nylon catches on the back of the left front mat and attach the nylon...

Page 75: ...on the floor correctly and is fixed with the fixing clamp to avoid sliding or rolling Cruise Control optional With cruise control you can maintain a preset speed higher than 40 km h without having to depress the accelerator pedal The function can be initiated for driving on straight and smooth motorways Initiation of cruise control a Press the master cruise control button ON OFF on the right of th...

Page 76: ...uced with any of the following methods a The car can be decelerated by holding the deceleration set SET button When the expected cruise speed is reached simply release the button b Depress the brake pedal lightly When the car is decelerated to the expected speed over 40 km h press the deceleration set SET button The car will maintain the expected speed c If you want to reduce the speed slightly yo...

Page 77: ... a barrier the icon will be displayed on the multi functional display air conditioning panel and touch screen according to the shape of the barrier and the distance between the car and the barrier Multi functional display air conditioning panel Touch screen When the car moves forward the touch screen will show the full screen display When the car reverses The top right of the screen will display D...

Page 78: ...nsor detecting range When the car moves forward the front sensor will work when the car reverses all sensors will work Some car conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the performance of the sensors to detect barriers accurately Details are shown as follows There is dirt accumulated water or mist on the sensor There is snow on the sensor or the sensor is frozen The sensor is covered ...

Page 79: ...ers snow and other materials that absorb radio waves Objects with sharp edges or corners Low barriers High barriers whose upper section stretches out toward your car Objects under the bumper Objects close to the car People around the car dependent on their clothing If the multi functional display or the touch screen shows a picture or the buzzer beeps it may be that a sensor has detected a barrier...

Page 80: ...ent is dark the right front picture footlight will be lit to provide light for the camera so that the surrounding objects can be seen clearly To turn off the camera system press button on the steering wheel The right front camera is installed at the right external rear view mirror Display on the touch screen The displayed area varies with the car directions and the road conditions Limitation of th...

Page 81: ...t overly rely on the parking imaging system Pay attention to your surroundings before parking Never park by only looking at the screen The distance displayed on the screen is different from the actual distance between the vehicle and the obstacle If the rear door is not completely closed do not use this system The position and installation angle of a camera may alter during a rear end collision or...

Page 82: ...ately if attached to the camera Since flashing screens on the display may appear due to blinking lights which may affect your vision please switch off the parking assist system with rear view camera in the event of blinking lights such as indicator lights It is difficult to display an image even if the system functions normally under the following circumstances 1 When the camera is in a dark area ...

Page 83: ... AUTO S6 S6A S6K Owner s Manual Driving Guidelines 2 1 Chapter 2 Driving Guidelines Run in Period 2 2 Fuel 2 2 Engine Exhaust Warning 2 3 Brake System 2 4 Carrying Luggage 2 6 Cover Curtain if equipped 2 7 ...

Page 84: ... Fuel Appropriately selected fuel can benefit engine performance and is the key to controlling exhaust emissions and protecting relevant components Only use 93 or above unleaded petrol Tips Do not use leaded petrol which may cause failure of the three way catalytic converter and abnormality of the emission pollution control device It will also increase maintenance expense Engine damage or noncompl...

Page 85: ...ting 5 Do not press the start button when driving 6 Always keep the engine at an optimum condition If the electrical system electronic ignition system or fuel system has a fault the three way catalytic converter will overheat 7 If the engine has trouble in starting or stalls frequently please check it immediately 8 To ensure that the three way catalytic converter and the exhaust emission control d...

Page 86: ... inflammable grass leaves paper or rags especially wheat straw in summer Please avoid driving on such roads Brake System The brake system is a cross hydraulic system with independent dual circuits WARNING If the engine stalls do not depress the brake pedal repeatedly as the vacuum pressure will be consumed gradually at each depression Even if the vacuum is consumed completely the brake can still f...

Page 87: ... pump for a few seconds from the engine cabin 3 At the end of the ABS operation the brake pedal may move forward WARNING Though the ABS is helpful to keep the vehicle stable it is also very important to observe all precautions maintain proper driving speed and safe vehicle to vehicle distance There is a limitation of ABS s effects on vehicle stability and steering wheel controlling capability even...

Page 88: ...hicle body passengers and luggage should not exceed the maximum allowable gross weight Put objects that might come into contact with persons in place or secure them When loading luggage in the passenger zone 1 Do not place any objects on the package tray shelf as this can restrict your view and may result in passenger injury in the event of emergency braking 2 For the sake of safety do not stack d...

Page 89: ...oid driving at high speed urgent acceleration sharp cornering and emergency braking 4 When driving on a rough road for a long distance stop and check whether the luggage is still in the original location halfway 5 The cargo weight on the roof rack should not exceed 75 kg Cover Curtain if equipped Cover curtain installation a Move the seat to its rearward position and lock it adjust the seatback an...

Page 90: ...ines 2 8 connectors WARNING Do not place any objects on the cover curtain otherwise it may result in passenger injury in the event of emergency braking Make sure to secure the cover curtain in place so as to avoid passenger injury in case of accident ...

Page 91: ... 3 Starting and Driving Safety Check before Driving 3 2 Before Starting Engine 3 3 How to Start Engine 3 3 Manual Transmission 3 4 Driving Tips under Certain Conditions 3 5 Driving Tips in Winter 3 7 Parking Notice 3 8 Towing Trailer 3 9 Auto Fire Prevention Tips 3 10 ...

Page 92: ...in caster angle 2º 35 45 Rear wheel chamber 0º 45 45 Rear wheel toe in 3 2mm 0 12 0 08 Tyre including spare tyre pressure S6 standard tyre pressure Front wheel Rear wheel 210kPa 210kPa Wheel Nuts make sure no nuts are loose or missing Leakage after the car has stopped check for fuel engine oil coolant or other fluid leakage under the car Water drops produced by the AC system are normal Lighting ma...

Page 93: ...How to Start Engine Before starting MT a Check parking brake b Turn off all electrical devices c Move the shift lever to the neutral position AT a Check parking brake b Turn off all electrical devices c Move the shift lever to the P position When starting the engine after parking you may also select the N position If the shift lever is in other positions the starter cannot operate Starting Make su...

Page 94: ...s a sufficient amount of fuel in the fuel tank this means the indicator needle for the fuel gauge must indicate at the position above the 1 scale unit this prevents burning out of the fuel pump due to lack of fuel Brake under safe traffic conditions make sure braking does not result in deviation of the vehicle Other Abnormalities check if there is any leakage poor connection or abnormal noise Manu...

Page 95: ...ster different driving techniques while performing general maintenance for your vehicle Take extra care when you have to drive in bad weather conditions Do not use the cruise control function in these conditions and drive at slower speeds than in dry weather The vehicle needs more time to respond to your operational inputs so please apply even and smooth force to each control unit Sharp steering m...

Page 96: ...p may change suddenly When downshift take special care If the adhesive force is low the driving wheels may be locked up for an instant which may also cause skidding WARNING It is prohibited to shut down the engine when driving down a slope The power steering and vacuum booster will be disabled when the engine is off Similarly exhaust emission control devices only function when the engine is runnin...

Page 97: ...Check Battery and Cable Status The battery may become weak in cold weather Therefore it should store enough power to start the engine in winter Make sure viscosity of the engine oil is suitable for driving in winter Avoid Door Lock Freezing Spray some deicing agent or glycerin in door lock hole to prevent the lock from freezing Use washer fluid with antifreeze They are available at BYD service sta...

Page 98: ...icle is equipped with a manual transmission leave it in first gear g When parking steer the front wheels towards the curb when the vehicle is facing the slope bottom If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission leave it in reverse gear h Check that the parking handle has been released completely before driving Otherwise it may cause the rear brake to overheat and become damaged Towing Tra...

Page 99: ... devices and circuits may cause contact resistance overheating and fire Never use fuses beyond the rated power specification of electric devices or use other metal wires instead of fuses f Choose a proper parking site Make sure to check for flammable objects such as dry grass deadwood sticks and wheat straws under the vehicle before parking especially in summer Since the three way catalytic conver...

Page 100: ...ch as abnormal noise foreign odours If you detect any premonition stop the engine and your vehicle immediately and take positive remedial action b Call fire reporting line at once while contacting BYD service shops and insurance agency Tips To prevent property loss in the event of an accident it is recommended to purchase spontaneous combustion insurance ...

Page 101: ...O S6 S6A S6K Owner s Manual Emergency Treatment 4 1 Chapter 4 Emergency Treatment If the Car Cannot Start Up 4 2 If Engine Stalls during Driving 4 4 If the Car Overheats 4 4 If the Vehicle has to be Towed 4 6 ...

Page 102: ...the engine by jump starting Refer to the instructions 3 Jump Starting If the interior light is on but the engine cannot start please contact your BYD service station The starter can drive the engine rotating at normal speed but the engine cannot run independently 1 Restart Engine 2 If the engine cannot start up there may be a fuel spill as a result of repeated starting Please see b Start Engine wi...

Page 103: ...e current clock time and preset frequency in the audio system will be cancelled The battery is dangerous please refer to Chapter 7 to learn about the hazard of the battery The battery contains corrosive sulphuric acid While making a jump start wear goggles and protect your skin clothes and the car from being sulphuric acid spillage The charging battery must be 12 V Before conducting a jump start p...

Page 104: ...oss please contact a BYD service station to have the vehicle checked If Engine Stalls during Driving a Slow down and drive the vehicle to a safe place b Turn on the hazard warning light switch c Try to start the engine again If the Car Overheats If the engine coolant thermometer indicates overheating or there is power loss loud knocking or bang the engine may be overheated Please take actions as p...

Page 105: ...n the tank again and add additional coolant if necessary Obvious coolant level drop means leakage in the cooling system please contact a BYD service station for examination WARNING When the engine and radiator are under high temperature do not remove the radiator cap as spouting high temperature steam and liquid under pressure may cause serious personal injury When the car is stopped do not use th...

Page 106: ...ssion a Release the parking brake b Shift the transmission to the neutral position c Make sure the starting button is at the ACC position so as to keep the steering wheel unlocked Automatic transmission a Release the parking brake b Start the engine c Move the shift lever to the D position then N position d Shut down the engine e Make sure the start button is at the ACC position so as to keep the ...

Page 107: ... the vehicle from the bumper may result in serious damage The bumper is not designed for supporting the vehicle weight Towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground and using the towing hook is not recommended it is recommended to contact a BYD service station for help Only use the specified towing hook and do not tow the rear part of the vehicle with all the wheels on the ground otherwise the ...

Page 108: ...K Owner s Manual Vehicle Exterior Maintenance 5 1 Chapter 5 Vehicle Exterior Maintenance Tips on Maintenance of Paint Surface 5 2 Washing and Waxing 5 3 Inside Cleaning 5 5 Auto Air Freshener 5 7 Corrosion Prevention 5 7 ...

Page 109: ...ing de waxing detergent or the paint may be damaged When the car is used along seacoast or in a region with heavy pollution you must wash the car daily d Only use a damp clean and soft sponge or finishing cloth to wipe the car and make sure there are no metal and sand particles in it Do not use a dry cloth sponge or towel in order to avoid scratching When wiping move the cloth gently along the run...

Page 110: ...ehicle body and parts Please clean the vehicle immediately a Driving along the seacoast b Driving on the road covered with anti freezer c Stuck with coal tar resin bird manure and insect remains d Driving in an area with heavy smoke coal ash dust iron scurf or chemical substances e The car is obviously covered with dust and slurry Manual cleaning method Tips Clean the vehicle in a shaded place whe...

Page 111: ...sphalt from the road wash it using turpentine or detergent marked as non harmful to painted surfaces WARNING Do not use organic substances petrol kerosene volatile oil or strong solvents which may be toxic or cause damage Auto Car Washing You can wash your car at an automatic car wash station Note however that some types of brushes unfiltered water and the wash process adopted by the machine may d...

Page 112: ...es and corrosion of the vehicle body Carpet Please use quality foam detergent to clean the carpet First use the dust collector to absorb the dust Several kinds of foam detergents are applicable some are contained in aerosol cans and some are powders or liquids which must be mixed with water to generate foam Use a sponge or brush dipped in foam to wash the carpet by moving in a circular motion Do n...

Page 113: ...above Leather Trim inside the Car For leather trimming you can use neutral detergent intended for woolen fabrics to clean them Remove dirt using a piece of soft cloth dampened with 5 solution of neutral detergent for wool Then thoroughly wipe off all traces of detergent with a piece of clean damp cloth Allow the leather to dry in a ventilated shaded area Tips Don t wash leather with organic substa...

Page 114: ...ole of body The mud which accumulates in the clearance and holes of the vehicle bottom easily accumulates moisture and causes the parts to corrode more easily b Scaling off protective layer and paint of body surface and vehicle bottom Performing simple periodic maintenance is helpful to avoid vehicle corrosion Immediately repair flaking paint or scratch Check and wash the door as well as drain hol...

Page 115: ...BYD AUTO S6 S6A S6K Owner s Manual Maintenance Instructions 6 1 Chapter 6 Maintenance Instructions Maintenance 6 2 Does Your Car need Repairing 6 3 Maintenance Program 6 4 ...

Page 116: ...e Where can you get maintenance service It is recommended to keep your vehicle maintained at your local BYD service station BYD technicians are all well trained professionals They will get the latest service information such as proceedings about technique maintenance and internal training program of BYD service station in order to provide better and more professional maintenance service for your c...

Page 117: ...or necessary repair Some important conditions are shown as below a Engine hunting or instable obvious decrease in power abnormal engine noise b The car is leaking underneath air conditioning water drops are normal c Abnormal exhaust sound d Flat tyre excessive noise made by tyres while cornering uneven tyre wear e The vehicle leans to one side while braking or driving in a straight line on level g...

Page 118: ...e belt and adjust its tension I I I I R I I I I I 2 Replace the timing belt of engine timing chain 483QB engine Check every 20 000 km replace every 80 000 km shorten the cycle according to condition 488QA engine Check every 20 000 km replace every 80 000 km shorten the cycle according to condition 4G69 engine Check every 20 000 km replace every 100 000 km shorten the cycle according to condition 3...

Page 119: ...damaged and confirm if the pipe joint is locked tightly I I I I I I I I I I 7 Check the engine coolant level in the over flow pot I I I I I I I I I I 8 Replace the engine coolant Replace every 2 years or 40 000 km 9 Replace the air filter element General using conditions Clean every 2000 km replace every 15 000 km Rigorous using conditions Shorten cycle according to condition 10 Replace engine oil...

Page 120: ...on timing I I I I I I 15 Check and adjust the valve gap I I I I I I I I I I 16 Check the joint of exhaust pipe for gas leak I I I I I I I I I I I 17 Throttle control cable I I I I I I I I I I I 18 Throttle Body Clean every 10 000 km 19 Injection nozzle I I I I I I 20 Check the oxygen sensor I I I I I I I I I I 21 Check the three way catalytic converter I I I I I I I I I I 22 Fuel filter R Replace ...

Page 121: ...m Rigorous using conditions Replace it every 40 000 km Chassis and Car Body 27 Check and tighten the chassis set screws I I I I I I I I I I 28 Brake pedal and parking brake I I I I I I I I I I 29 Brake pad and brake disc I I I I I I I I I I 30 Brake fluid I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 31 Pipeline and hose of brake system I I I I I I I I I I 32 Power steering fluid I I I I I I I I I I I I...

Page 122: ...I I I I I R I I I I I I I I I I I 42 Clutch pipes and hoses I I I I I I I I I I 43 Cooling or heating system I I I I I I I I I I 44 Air filter of air conditioner I R R R R R R R R R 45 Air conditioner refrigerant I I I I I I I I I I 46 Check SRS I I I I I I I I I I 47 Inspect the vehicle body damage conditions Every year Remarks a Symbol meaning in the schedule I Check adjust or replace if necessa...

Page 123: ...eeping engine idling for a long time or the vehicle frequently drives on short trips 5 Use the brakes frequently and often operate sudden brakes 6 Use it as a taxi 7 At 32 or above the driving time in heavy traffic area is 50 of the gross time or more 8 At 30 C or above the driving time at 120 km h or above is 50 of the gross time or more 9 Frequent driving under overloaded conditions ...

Page 124: ... 7 4 Cooling System 7 4 Windscreen Washer 7 5 Wiper Blade 7 6 Transmission Fluid 7 7 Brake Fluid and Clutch Fluid 7 7 Power Steering Fluid 7 7 Three Way Catalytic Converter 7 8 Air Filter Element 7 8 Fuel Filter 7 9 Engine Bonnet Lock 7 9 Battery 7 9 Air Conditioning System 7 11 Driving Belt 7 11 Tyre 7 11 Lamps 7 14 Lamp Mist 7 14 Vehicle Storage 7 15 ...

Page 125: ...ve inflammable such as paper or rags in the engine compartment Be sure that the power is off if you work near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille With the power on the electric cooling fan will automatically start to run if the engine coolant temperature is high or the air conditioning is turned on Do not smoke for fear of causing a fire around the fuel tank or the battery Be sure to handl...

Page 126: ...er spark plug may damage the engine or generate electromagnetic interference Do not refill too much power steering fluid or it may overflow when starting the vehicle Do not drive with the air filter removed otherwise it may cause excessive engine wear due to dust being drawn into the cylinders and causing backfire in the engine compartment Note do not scratch the glass by the wiper bracket Open En...

Page 127: ...ngine oil is a major contributor to your engine s performance and service life Therefore always use high quality and detergent engine oil For your vehicle it is recommended to use the same grade engine oil or above API grade SG or above SAE Choose the appropriate oil type for local climate WARNING Do not splash engine oil on parts of the car Check the oil level on the oil dipstick once again after...

Page 128: ...once a month during normal using In poor weather conditions if you use the washer frequently check the level in the windscreen washer reservoir when adding fuel The windscreen washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment behind the right headlight Check the reservoir s level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap Fill the reservoir with a good quality winds...

Page 129: ...ety Rinse with purified water after washing the blade and use specialized glass wax cleaning agent to remove the wax layer on the windshield 5 Do not rinse the blade with water gun directly when washing the car to prevent damage to the blade due to high water pressure Lift the wiper arm before cleaning the windshield the specific methods of operation are as follows 1 Turn off the car power 2 Grasp...

Page 130: ...arks on the side of fluid reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark check the braking system Check the braking system for leakage and brake discs for abrasion Power Steering Fluid Check the fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir monthly this task should be performed after the engine has cooled down Look over the side of reservoir the fluid level should be between the upper leve...

Page 131: ...ding inflammables Therefore park your vehicle at a location far away from combustible objects such as dry grass and leaves In the event of failure the three way catalytic converter will cause air pollution and engine efficiency will be reduced Please protect it according to the following rules a Keep using unleaded petrol Even if it contains a little lead it will also pollute the catalytic metal a...

Page 132: ...ou have ever used one or more barrels of impure fuel you should replace the fuel filter earlier If you find the filter is clogged by dirt you should invite a BYD service station to check or replace the fuel filter Engine Bonnet Lock Use mild detergent to clean the engine bonnet lock then wipe on multipurpose lubricating oil You should contact a BYD service station to handle it WARNING Make sure th...

Page 133: ...onate If you feel burning or pain seek medical advice immediately When electrolyte is splashed on your clothes it may penetrate and touch the skin Please take off the clothes with electrolyte immediately if necessary treat it as per the previous method To connect the battery with other chargers disconnect the anode and cathode to prevent the electrical system from damage WARNING Charging the batte...

Page 134: ...at least once a week and ten minutes each time during cold seasons when driving the vehicle at a constant speed and normal engine temperature to circulate the lubricant in the coolant If the cooling effect is not as good as before please contact a BYD service station to maintain it Driving Belt Check the driving belt status and check every belt s edge for cracking or abrasion Mitsubishi 4G69 engin...

Page 135: ...f its fabric or cord is exposed c Replace if the tread is worn excessively Tips Maintain the correct tyre pressure in case of the following conditions 1 Low tyre pressure insufficient air filling 2 Excessive wear 3 Abnormal wear 4 Hard steering 5 Air leakage due to overheating of tyres 6 Deteriorated sealability at the edge of tyre 7 Deformation of wheel and or detachment of tyre and wheel 8 High ...

Page 136: ... Rotation To extend the tyre service life and make it wear more evenly change the position of tyres every 10 000 km You should move the tyres to the positions shown above when performing each rotation The figure above shows how to change the vehicle s tyre position WARNING Do not mix radial bias belted or bias ply tyres Do not use tyre sizes other than those recommended by manufacturers Do not use...

Page 137: ...ed avoid sharp turn or braking with wheels locked which may pose adverse effect to car operability When tyre chains are installed slow the car down before turning to prevent losing control of the car Lamps The headlights have been aligned before delivery If the vehicle is heavily loaded frequently the headlights may need to be aligned again Please go to a BYD service station to complete this task ...

Page 138: ...NG When the headlight halogen bulbs are on they become very hot Grease sweat or scratches on the glass will result in bulb breakage due to overheating Vehicle Storage To park the vehicle for a long period over one month prepare as follows These preparations may prevent the vehicle from deteriorating and make it easy to start it again If possible park it indoors a Please refill fuel b Replace the e...

Page 139: ...the body with a ventilated cotton cover as a plastic cloth will damage the body paint because it may accumulate moisture l If possible start and run the engine for a moment once per month If your vehicle is parked for more than a year please go to a BYD service station to perform overall maintenance ...

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