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5. Driving guide
Steering wheel paddles*
When the vehicle is traveling normally, the
driver can complete the upshift or downshift
operation by turning the paddles on the
steering wheel:
①
Downshift paddle: Downshift.
②
Upshift paddle: Upshift.
5.2 Braking system
5.2.1 Service brake
Under certain driving and weather conditions,
squeaks, screams, or other noises may be
heard from brakes when the brake pedal is
depressed for the first time or lightly stepped
on, or braking noise during light or moderate
braking, especially for new vehicles (as their
brakes have not undergone running-in), which
is normal, and does not constitute a failure
symptom of braking system nor has effects on
the braking safety and performance.
CAUTION
●
If there is metal friction rasp, the brake
lining may be worn to the limit. Please
go to the GAC Motor authorized shop
for inspection as soon as possible
●
If the steering wheel vibrates or twitches
continuously during braking, go to
the GAC Motor authorized shop for
inspection as soon as possible.
NOTE
●
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal during driving, otherwise the
brakes will heat up to an abnormally
high temperature, and the brake linings
and brake pads will wear excessively,
increasing the braking distance.
●
When driving down a long slope or a
steep slope, downshift to a low gear
(in manual mode) to avoid continuous
application of the brake, so as to make
full use of engine braking and reduce
brake load.
●
Continuous application of the brake will
cause brake overheat and result in a
temporary loss of braking performance.
