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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Safety
During vehicle inspection or maintenance, take care to reduce risks of
personal injury or vehicle damage, and always observe the following
safety precautions.
Turn off the ignition switch, unless otherwise specified
in special procedures.
When the engine is running, be sure to keep hands, tools
and clothes away from drive belt and belt pulley.
Radiator fan may start at any time (even when the
engine is not running). Always ensure your hands, loose
clothing (such as ties, scarves, etc.) stay away from fan
blades.
After the engine is starting/running, many components
under the engine hood will be hot, such as engine,
exhaust system, cooling system and power steering fluid
reservoir, etc. Do not touch until it is cooled down.
Do not touch wires or components with the ignition
switch in "ON" position. Keep in mind that the batteries
and wires carry with high current or voltage possibly
causing personal injury. Avoid short circuit.
Do not start the engine in unventilated place as
poisonous gases exhausted is very dangerous.
If possible, operate the engine compartment after
engine shut-down and battery disconnection (refer to
"Jump Start" in Emergency Troubleshooting section). If
components under the engine hood shall be inspected
when the engine is running, make sure the vehicle is on a
level ground, the parking brake handle has been pulled
up and the shift lever is in N or P position. Keep match
and open fire away from the battery area and all fuel
related components. Do not smoke near these areas
and components.
Most fluid used for motor vehicles are toxic. Do not
drink or contact with skin or eye. These fluid include
battery acid, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid,
fuel, detergent, lubricating oil, refrigerant, etc. Please
wear protective gloves to refill the fluid. And observe all
instructions on labels and containers. When operating
on or under the vehicle, wear protective glasses if it is
possible to touch splashed or fallen articles and sprayed
fluid.
Long-term contact with engine oil may cause skin
diseases, including dermatitis and skin cancer. Clean it
thoroughly after contact.
Be sure to keep children and pets away from the vehicle.
Nobody is allowed to stay in the vehicle (except those
work in the vehicle according to your Instruction). Be
sure to keep children away from oil, fluid and lubricating
grease.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Regular Maintenance
Regular maintenance of the vehicle will be beneficial to the economy,
safety and reliability of your vehicle. It is important to remember that
the responsibility for ensuring vehicle safety and suitable for road travel
is ultimately your own (owner / operator).
Specify the maintenance required and interval for it to maintain your
vehicle properly. Please go to Service Dealer for regular maintenance of
the vehicle in accordance with the provisions in the "Warranty and
Maintenance Manual".
Regular maintenance of your vehicle in accordance with the
requirements will ensure your best interests.
Our Service Dealer has qualified personnel, required equipment and
pre-established maintenance plan, which can provide the most reliable
service for the vehicle. Therefore, it is recommended to carry out
regular maintenance at our Service Dealer.
Owner Checks
To ensure the reliability and economy of driving, the vehicle owner must
carry out the following simple but important checks:
Daily Check
• The function of lighting (make sure all lens are clean), horn,
instrument cluster, warning lamps and indicator lamps, wipers and
washers.
• Whether the seat belt is intact.
• Whether the brakes operate normally.
• Visually check if there is water, oil, fuel, exhaust fume and other
leakage under the vehicle.