Iran Khodro Soren ELX. Service Manual - part 9

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Care Of the Fabric Used in Inside 

Furnishings of the Vehicle*

This type of fabric, like any other, requires 

care to keep its beauty and durability.

For this reason, any type of stain, whether 

from foodstuff, alcohol or liquids should 

be cleaned using a sponge and carpet 

shampoo. Never use tableware cleaners, 

solvents, soap or polish and especially 

abrasive cleaners on the fabric.

VEHICLE CLEANING & CARE

* If equipped

CAUTION

Clean any type of stain on the fabric, 

using only carpet shampoo and 

sponge.

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TECHNICAL EMERGENCIES

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CHANGING WHEELS  ...................................................... 136

BATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE  .......................... 142

TOWING

  ............................................................................ 141

FUSES .............................................................................. 145

CHANGING LAMPS  ........................................................ 148

* If equipped

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Spare Wheel and Its Tools

Remove the carpet from the bonnet floor 

by lifting up the handle provided. Hook up 

the handle on the trunk edge, under the 

rear window.

TIRE CHANGE

WARNING

- Jack is used to change tires. Under 

no circumstances should it be used 

to perform other operations such as 

repairs or to access under the vehicle.

- If the spare tire is too old, show it 

to an authorized representative to 

be checked and ensure its proper 

condition for risk free use.

The Spare Wheel

Release the supporting strap, and remove 

the warning triangle and toolbox including 

the tools. Remove the spare wheel.

Hazard Warning Triangle

Put the warning triangle 50 to 100 meters 

behind the car beside the road when 

you have a break down or a wheel. 

replacement and need to stop the car.

The distance should be increased if there 

is anobstacle as the crown of a hill.

Tools

1.Wheel brace

2.Jack wrench

3.Jack

The  toolbox  prevents  the  floor  carpet 

recession. Fasten the supporting strap 

to prevent tools and the spare wheel 

moving.

In some models, other tools are 

provided for general repairs in a special 

compartment on the spare wheel.

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- Insert the spare wheel.

- Tighten all 4 nuts

- Lower and remove the jack

- Tighten all nuts completely in a diagonal 

sequence.

Put the wheel cover in place so as to keep 

the valve in reach of hand.

Push the edges of the cover to fix it tightly. 

Put the tools in the box and the wheel in 

position on the floor, and fasten the strap.

Repair the punctured tire as soon as 

possible and take it back to its place

Positioning the Jack

Put the jack in one of four points to the 

wheel you decide to change.

- Make sure that jack rests on a plane 

level.

- Do not use a jack while passengers 

sitting in.

-Make sure that front tires are completely 

in direct alignment and the vehicle is in 

first gear.

CHANGING WHEELS

WARNING

Always try to choose a safe place 
away  from  the  main  traffic  to  replace 
the wheel. Take out the passengers to 
a farther safe area.

WARNING

Never work beneath the car when the 
jack is the only support. Jack is only for 
replacing the wheel.

Jacking

1-Slacken the wheel’s four nuts using a 

wheel brace.

2-Fit the wheel brace to the jack wrench, 

put its ending hook into the jack ring, and 

turn it counter-clockwise to raise it.

3-Raise the vehicle until it detaches the 

ground.

5-Unscrew other nuts and remove the 

wheel.

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TIRE CHANGE

WARNING

After a tire change, always check the 

air pressure and ensure that the wheel 

nuts are tight.

-  If  you  have  a  flat  tire,  change  it  as 

soon as possible.

A  flat  tire  should  be  checked  (and  if 

possible repaired) by an expert.

Park your vehicle on an even, 

nonslippery and sturdy surface (i.e. do 

not park on ceramic….), (if needed, 

use a bulkhead under the jack shoe) 

and turn on the flasher. Pull the hand 

brake and move the gear from the 

neutral position. Get all the passengers 

out of the vehicle and take them to a 

place away from the traffic.

Notice:

In vehicles equipped with aluminum 

wheels, fifth wheel is a temporary wheel 

(to change in urgent situation and when 

one of the tires is punctured). So there 

is no problem if the manufacturer of the 

tire or the tire crown is different from 

other aluminum wheel tires.

Four screws are located in Jack box to 

replace the spare wheel.

CAUTION

- Slight pressure will cause early wear and tear and un-natural heating up of the tires, 

and will also have many other repercussions on its safe operation:

- Weak performance on the road

- Risk of tire blow out or corrosion of the tire thread

- Tire pressure depends on the vehicle’s weight and speed. Adjust the pressure 

according to the conditions of usage.

- Pay attention, if the tire air throttle cap is destroyed or not tightened properly, it may 

cause reduction in the air pressure. Always use a throttle cap similar to the original one 

and tighten it well.

Removing the aluminium wheel cover

Use the hook end of the trim remover to 

unclip the wheel trim by pulling around

the wheel.

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Tires maintenance : 

Drive according to the tires condition 

Always check the lateral and upper 

surface of the tires.

Tire blown out : 

Remove the flat tire and check it carefully 

.Repairing of tires must be done by an 

authorized person .

TIRE CHANGE

WARNING

-Damaged tires are dangerous. 

Avoid driving with damaged, worn or 

overinflated tires.

-Use always same type radial tires for 

front and rear wheels. Never use tires 

with crisscross pattern. Your vehicles 

wheels are not for tubed tires. Do not 

use tubed tires.

-Never drive with worn, cracked 

and unadjusted air pressure tires. 

Underinflated  tires  are  worn  rapidly, 

cause increase of the fuel consumption 

and decrease of steer ability.

Tread wear indicator

The tires of your vehicle have moldedin 

tread wear indicators in the grooves.

When the indicators appear on the tread 

surface, the remaining depth of the tread 

is 1.6 mm or less and the tires should be 

replaced.

Tires air pressure:

Measure the air pressure of the tires at 

least once per week, when the tires are 

cold.  Under  inflation  can  cause  causes 

heat and reduce the life of the tire. Over 

inflation can have negative effects on the 

convenient driving.

Tire size:

Your vehicle tire size is molded on its wall 

as follows:

185/65 R15, in which 185 is the tire width 

in mm, 65 is the ration of the tire height to 

its width, R indicates radial structure and 

15 is the diameter of the wheel in inch.

Tire rotations in vehicle:

Front tires wear more than rear tires due 

to braking, driving and steering forces 

in front wheel drive vehicles. So it is 

recommended to rotate tires as follows 

after each 10000 km. to avoid uneven 

wear of your tires.

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Rear Towing Ring

The rear ring should be used only to tow 

cars lighter or with the same weight.

Do not use the rings for suspending tows 

(on two wheels)

Front Towing Ring

Use the ring beneath the front bumper 

only to tow the car on 4 wheels.

Towing the Car

Towing the car with a manual gear box 

(non-automatic)

Neutralize the gear and turn on the 

flashers.

Drive carefully and never exceed the 

speed limit of 50km/hr when being 

towed

Always keep the tow rope stretched by 

gently applying the brake as necessary.

It avoids impact on the rope and its 

rupture.

- Get help from experienced persons to 

carry the car.

TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE

WARNING

- Do not take out the start switch or turn it 

off when the vehicle is being towed on four 

wheels since this will cause the steering 

wheel to lock. It is recommended to place 

the switch in the A position.

- We recommend use of a sturdy aand fixed 

bar when towing the vehicle. If using rope or 

cable (where it is legal), the towed vehicle 

should be able to brake (the engine could 

be turned on).

- Do not tow a vehicle that can not be moved 

and driven.

- To prevent damage to the vehicle, do not 

brake violently or speed up suddenly.

At any rate it is recommended not to let the 

speed go over 25 km an hour.

WARNING

- If the engine is off, the hydraulic 

Steering wheel and brake system, 

do not operate.

- The vehicle on tow should be always 

lighter than the towing vehicle.

- The towed vehicle should never have 

any passengers.

- Remember that the brake servo does 

not operate when the engine is off, 

and you need much generator force to 

operate on the brake pedal.

WARNING

Do not remove or close the starting 

switch when towing on four wheels, 

since it will block the steering wheel.

Put the switch in A position.

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TOWING

Shipping by Carrier

This type of carrying is the recommended 

to prevent any accident or damage.

Rear Towing

Avoid suspension towing on front wheels 

if possible. If it is necessary, tow it at least 

speed and short distances.

The steering should be locked when 

the wheels are completely ahead. Use 

supporting clamps or catches in addition 

to the steering lock.

Front Towing

The steering should be locked when 

the wheels are completely ahead. Use 

supporting clamps or catches in addition 

to the steering lock.

CAUTION

When the car is being towed from the 

front and moves on back wheels, make 

sure the handbrake operating on the 

rear wheels is released.

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BATTERY

Safety notes on battery

-Do not hit the battery poles

-Avoid short connection between positive 

and negative poles.

-Do not over charge battery, otherwise 

the battery sheets will be damaged and 

battery life and efficiency decreases.

-Battery should be tightened securely in 

its place, otherwise strong impacts and 

movements will damage it.

-Avoid keeping battery in discharged 

state otherwise the battery sheets will be 

sulfated and battery will be useless.

-Keep  sparks  and/or  flames  away  from 

battery  (battery  produce  flammable 

hydrogen gas) otherwise there is the risk 

of battery bursting.

-Do not add any chemical substances 

such as battery tablet, battery vitamin, 

etc. to the battery electrolyte.

-Connect  positive  pole  cable  first  and 

then negative pole cable when mounting 

battery on the vehicle in order to avoid 

short circuit. To dismantle the battery, you 

should do in reverse (first negative cable 

and then positive cable).

-Be sure of the proper function of the 

vehicle’s alternator and current regulator.

-Do not add additional electric equipment 

to the vehicle without considering the 

battery load.

-Guarantee will not cover damages if 

you do not use battery properly, do not 

perform proper service and maintenance 

on the battery and/or battery failure due to 

long time stop.

* If installed in your vehicle

** If SSB battery is installed in your vehicle

WARNING

-The batteries emit hydrogen gas in normal 

conditions that can explode and cause 

serious injuries. So, keep the engine 

compartment away of sparks or direct flame. 

-please take care, when you work in the 

vicinity of the moving parts of the vehicle.

-Use flashlights or other lighting device and 

never use matches or lighters, when it is 

dark. 

-To start the vehicle using battery to battery, 

ensure to apply previous mentioned 

process.  Otherwise,  it  may  result  in  fire, 

explosion or other damage to the vehicle. 

- Over use of the battery, causes firing in the 

vehicle. So, ensure the electrolyte level is 

not lower than its minimum. 

-Keep the battery away of children.

Battery care & maintenance 

A) Always keep the battery case clean. 

B) To prevent the poles from becoming 

sulfated, cover them in industrial Vaseline 

or grease. 

C) Electrolyte level must be checked 

at least every 45 days in hot seasons, , 

and once every three months in other 

seasons and recover the Electrolyte level 

by adding only distilled water whenever 

the level is decreased.

Addition of other liquids such as industrial 

water, sulfuric acid etc  will damage  the 

battery irrecoverably in case, water 

evaporation volume is more than its 

limitation, the vehicle should be taken 

to an authorized representative to be 

checked. 

In addition, prevent the battery cells from 

being left without electrolyte; otherwise its 

negative plates will synthesize with the 

oxygen in the air in a short time and the 

positive plates will get also sulfated and 

ultimately the battery will become useless.

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BATTERY SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Emergency Battery Charge

In case your vehicle fails to start because 

of weak or empty battery, take action as 

one of below methods or according to 

below order in order to start and run the 

vehicle.

A) Battery to Battery connection (using 

auxiliary vehicle)

1. Check if both vehicles are equipped 

with 12V power system. Negligence of 

this point will seriously damage the wiring 

system of vehicle which will be out of 

warranty.

2. Park both vehicles near together in 

appropriate position in a way that their 

body have no contact to each other.

Auxiliary

vehicle

Receiving

Vehicle

Negligence of this issue will result in short 

circuit which will seriously damage the 

wiring system of vehicle. This damage will 

be out of warranty.

3. Now, turn off any and all electrical 

accessories of the vehicles including 

audio system, heater, etc.

Power off the auxiliary vehicle. Check if 

both vehicle are in neutral gear. Raise 

the parking brake lever of both vehicles. 

Negligence of this issue will result in 

serious damage to electrical equipment 

of the vehicle. This damage will be out of 

warranty.

4. Open the engine compartment of the 

vehicle and determine the positions of 

positive and negative terminals of both 

vehicles’ batteries. In case of low light 

places (dark space), you can make use 

of a flashlight or another safe lighting tool.

5. Prepare a pair of battery to battery 

connection cables. The battery to battery 

cable is usually a pair of thick cables 

which are in red and black colors. (as 

illustrated in figure 1)

Connect the head of one cable to positive 

terminal of auxiliary vehicle’s battery and 

the other head of this cable to the positive 

terminal of the empty battery.

6. Next, connect the head of another 

cable to the negative terminal of auxiliary 

battery and the other head of this cable to 

the body of receiving vehicle (a body point 

like engine handle or any other unpainted 

point of the receiving vehicle).

Ensure that the cables are not passing 

through the gas pipes, brake system 

and other rotating components of both 

vehicles’ engines.

7. Start the engine of auxiliary vehicle and 

wait until its running at low rpm.

8. Now start the engine of auxiliary vehicle

(whose battery was empty). Now keep 

patience until its engine running at low 

rpm.

9. Now take out battery to battery cables 

as illustrated in figure 2.

(figure 1)

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remarks:

• Check if the battery terminals and battery 

cables clamps are clean. Unfasten them if 

necessary and clean their sulfated areas 

carefully.

• Never try to unfasten the battery cables 

when the engine is in running mode.

• Never try to charge the battery before 

unfastening and removing the battery 

cables.

• Take out battery cables when the battery 

is not to be used for a long time (one 

month or more).

BATTERY SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

B) Battery Charge with Charger Device

In this case, it is necessary to remove 

the battery from the vehicle, perform as 

following order to do so:

1) first, take out the negative terminal of 

the battery.

2) Now, take out the positive terminal of 

the battery.

3) After that, unfasten the battery clamp or 

holder by an appropriate tool and remove 

the battery from the vehicle.

4) Deliver the battery to battery service 

center in order to be charge there after 

required consideration and inspection 

performed by related battery expert.

Please pay attention to the following 

Auxiliary

vehicle

Receiving

Vehicle

(figure 2)

WARNING

Ultimate voltage of battery will be 12V 

equal to 14.10-14.40.

WARNING

• When making use of auxiliary battery, 

always check the batteries voltage to 

be the same as 12V, and the connector 

cables are equipped with insulated 

clamps, and are appropriate to be used 

in 12V batteries.

• If you are not using the vehicle for a 

long time, you shall loosen the battery 

cables.

Charge the battery every 4 months in 

this mode.

• Whereas the vehicle’s start is 12V, 

therefore, making use of a 24V or 

two 12V battery will seriously damage 

the electrical systems of the vehicle. 

Therefore, make use of 12V battery in 

case of need for using auxiliary battery.

The red pole of the battery must  be 

connected to the positive section.

To avoid damage to the alternator; 

it must be always connected to the 

battery.

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FUSES

FUSE BOX

Fuse box are located inside the engine 

compartment and in two parts of the cabin. 

Fuse box inside the cabin  is located  at 

the bottom and  left side of the dashboard 

and the fuse box inside the engine 

compartment is located near the battery 

and  at left side of the  compartment. 

Fuses

Fuses are simple circuit breakers that 

protect electrical equipment being 

damaged.

The supporting fuse may be burnt 

whenever electrical equipment does not 

operate.

WARNING

-Always replace a faulty fuse with a 

fuse of the same rating (amperage).

-Improper use of the power outlet can 

cause damage. Usage of fuse with the 

amperage more than what is needed; 

make the circuit overheated and 

probable fire.

- Your car’s electrical system was 

designed only to work with standard 

or optional equipment. Before 

installing the equipment or other 

electrical appliances on the car, 

consult with an authorized dealer of 

IKCO. Some electrical appliances or 

methods of their  installation on the 

vehicle could have  adverse effects 

on  performance of the vehicle or on 

the sound system circuit and  battery 

charging circuit .Any Electrical 

equipment installation should be 

performed by a professional and 

authorized person.

WARNING

Any modification or change in the fuel 

feeding system (electronic control unit, 

wiring, fuel circuit of injector, protective 

covers, etc.) is strictly prohibited due 

to the dangers that may threaten you,. 

(Except by specialists after-sales 

service network).

* IF your vehicle is equpted with multiplex system

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FUSES

Fuse box and dashboard relay

Fuse box is located under the dashboard on the 
driver’s left. To open the fuse box, pull its door forward.

Relay table guide

Circuitry - Type

Function Relay

Relay No.

-

-

RLY 1

30 A- 1 Contact

Electrical motivator 

in boot

RLY 2

30A- 1 Contact

Rear glass Heater and 

mirrors

RLY 3

30A- 1 Contact

Ventilation Relay fan

RLY 4

30A- 2 Contact

Window Left rear 

regulator

RLY 5

30A- 2 Contact

Window Left rear 

regulator

RLY 6

30A- 2 Contact

Window Right rear 

regulator

RLY 7

30A- 2 Contact

Window Right rear 

regulator

RLY 8

Fuse table guide

Fues no.

Circuitry

Function

F21

20A

Power Seat feeding

F22

30A

Power switch feeding (position two) Airbag unit and ventilation system

F23

30A

Power switch feeding (first position) Lighters

F24

30A

Power switch feeding - the first situation (excitation heater relay, radio, brake lights, front node, central node, and 

instrument cluster ), (irritation of glass heater relay)

F25

30A

Permanent feeding of radio

F26

30A

Feeding of central node

F27

30A

Feeding of central node

F28

30A

Feeding of central node and stimulation of motivating relay of rear door

F29

30A

Rear window regulator

F30

30A

Feeding of central node(front glass regulator)

F31

30A

Rear glass Heater

F32

30A

Feeding heater fan

F33

30A

Engine Start

F34

30A

Main switch feeding (position two)

Power switch (position two) Immobilizer, troubleshoot connectors, instrument cluster, cooler gas pressure sensor, 

motor unit

F35

30A

Main switch feeding (position two) - Anti-lock brake system

F36

30A

Feeding of Immobilizer battery power. Troubleshoot connectors, instrument cluster

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FUSES

Fuses box of the engine comportment

Fuse box of the engine compartment 

Fuse box is located in right side of the 

engine compartment. Release its cap 

clamp to have access to it. Take the door 

out.

Make sure of the proper closing of the 

cap.

Vehicle driver should not tamper the fuse 

connections. Only authorized technicians 

may repair any problem.

Fuse Guide table

Relay Guide table

Fuse 

No. Circuitry

Fuse function

1

40A

Power Start switch 

feeding

2

30A

Front fog relay / horn

3

40A

Internal power supply 

system

4

30A

Internal power supply 

system

5

40A

High speed fan

6

30A

Low speed fan relay

7

30A

Brake

8

30A

Brake

9

40A

Internal power supply 

system

10

20A

forward node supply

11

15A

forward node supply

12

30A

Front /Rear Wiper Relay 

and Washer pump relay

13

---

forward node supply

14

30A

Double power supply 

relay

15

10A

Feeding fuel pump

16

10A

Engine unit supply

17

---

Reserve

18

---

Reserve

19

---

Reserve

20

---

Reserve

Relay 

No.

Relay Function

Circuitry - Type

RLYa Engine control relay

30A- 1 contact

RLYb Petrol pump Relay

30A- 1 contact

RLY1 fog Relay

30A- 1 contact

RLY2 horn Relay

30A- 1 contact

RLY3 Windscreen wiper relay 30A- 2 contact
RLY4 Windscreen wiper relay 30A- 2 contact
RLY5 High speed fan relay

30A- 1 contact

RLY6 High speed fan relay

30A- 1 contact

RLY7 fan relay

30A- 2 contact

RLY8 Window Washer Pump 

Relay

30A- 1 contact

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CHANGING LAMPS

LAMP

WATT

1-Headlamp-Main Beam

55

2-Headlamp-Dipped Beam

55

3-Side Lamp

5

4-Front Direction Indicator

21

5-Front Fog Lamp

55

6-Rear Lamp/Brake Lamps

LED

7-Rear Direction Indicator

21

8-Reversing Lamps

21

9-Rear Fog Lamp

21

10- High Mounted Brake Lamp ( Third 
Stop Brake Lamp)

LED

11- Side Repeater Lamp

5

12- Mirror Direction Indicator

LED

13- Trunk Lid Lamp

5

14- Vanity Mirror Lamp

5

15- Study Lamp

5

16-Door Lamp

5

17- Plate Lamp

5

18- Dashboard Lamp

5

WARNING

Check the performance of all external lights before driving. To replace the faulty lamps, switch 

off the relevant lamp for preventing short circuit.

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FUSES

Fuses function

Fuses Ampere

Fuses

Front seat electricity

20A

F1

Ignition switch 1, 2

10A

F2

Radio electricity
Lighter electricity

20A

F3

-----------

10A

F4

Ventilation fan

30A

F5

Starter

20A

F6

Reserve

10A

F7

CCN electricity

5A

F8

Immobilizer electricity
Left rear fog lamp

15A

F9

Right rear gear lamp
Left brake lamp
Plate lamp

Fuses function

Fuses Ampere

Fuses

Right rear night warning lamp

15 A

F9

Rear window key regulator lamp
RN electricity
Left rear indicator

15 A

F10

Right rear fog lamp
Left rear gear lamp
Right brake lamp
Rear & front roof lamp controlled by doors
Left rear night warning lamp
RN electricity
Electrical motivator of boot

30 A

F11

Electrical motivator of rear doors
Electrical motivator of petrol tank
Rear door & boot lamp
Rear & front roof lamp in permanent position
Reserve

20 A

F12

Rear window & mirror heater

30 A

F13

Left rear electrical window regulator
Right rear electrical window regulator
Radio & memory of radio

15 A

F14

Diagnostic connector electricity
Instrument panel light & central consul

5 A

F15

Map reading lamp, Glove box lamp vanity mirror & electrical mirror

CCN electricity
Rear window heater &mirror heater key lamp
Flasher key lamp
Central lock key lamp
Electrical motivator of boot key lamp
FN electricity
ICN electricity
ICN memory
Diagnostic connector electricity after switch

5 A

F16

Ignition switch 2,3
ABS electricity
Air bag

10 A

F17

NODE CCN*

The location of this node is under the 

steering wheel.

* If equipped