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6. In-service maintenance
Charging system warning lamp
The warning lamp is used to indicate alternator
failure.
When the ignition switch is set to the “ON”
position and the engine is not started, the
warning lamp comes on. After the engine is
started, the warning lamp shall go out.
When the vehicle is running, if the warning
lamp comes on, it indicates that the alternator
is no longer charging the battery. In this case,
please go to the GAC Motor authorized shop
for inspection as soon as possible.
Inspecting the battery
The battery must be checked according to the
period specified in the
Warranty Manual.
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Flip up the cover of the battery’s positive
terminal.
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Check the connection of the battery
connector and the cable for corrosion or
looseness; check the appearance of the
battery for cracks, swelling, etc. If the
phenomena above are found, please go
to the GAC Motor authorized shop for
inspection as soon as possible.
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If the vehicle is not in use for a long
period of time, check the battery condition
frequently.
NOTE
● If the battery is low in power or
damaged, making the engine difficult
to start, please contact the GAC Motor
authorized shop to charge or replace
the battery.
● If it is required to replace the battery,
please go to the GAC Motor authorized
shop for replacement; if a wrong type of
battery is used, the vehicle may not run
due to incompatibility or the electrical
system may fail.