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BYD M6. Service Manual - part 12

BYD M6 AUTO Owner’s Manual

Precautions on Towing

Emergency Towing

CAUTION

Use a safety chain system for any

y Only use the specified tow hook;

towing, and abide by all applicable

otherwise the vehicle may be

laws and regulations. The wheels on

damaged.

the ground and their axle must be in

y Don’t tow the vehicle from the

good conditions. If the wheels or axle

rear side with all four wheels on

are damaged, please use a tow dolly.

the ground. This may cause

severe

damage to the

transmission.

If towing is necessary, we recommend

In emergency towing, you must stay

you to have it done by a BYD service

in your vehicle to operate steering and

station or a commercial tow truck

braking.

operator.

Your vehicle can only be towed in this

NOTICE

When professional towing service is

way for a short distance on solid road

not available, you can attach a cable

surface. The wheels, powertrain,

Don’t use a sling type tow truck,

or chain to the tow hook on the

steering wheel and brakes must be in

either from the front or rear. This

chassis for temporary towing. Handle

good conditions.

may cause damage to the

the emergency towing with extreme

vehicle body.

care.

To install the front tow hook, refer to

“Install Front Tow Hook” in this

chapter.

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with the engine running.

CAUTION

Take special care when towing

CAUTION

the vehicle behind another

y If the engine is not running, the

vehicle.

Avoid

sudden

power assist for the brakes and

acceleration and hard steering,

steering will not work,

which may exert great stress on

steering and braking will

the tow hook, towing cable or

much harder than usual.

chain. If the hitch or cable is

broken, severe personal injury

Install Front Tow Hook

or vehicle damage will be

caused.

2. Get the front tow hook on hand.

Install the front tow hook into the

hole on the front bumper by

NOTICE

rotating it clockwise

(see “If You

Have a Flat Tire” for the storage

Only use the specified cable or

location of the toolkit).

chain for towing. And firmly

attach the cable or chain to the

tow hook.

Before towing, release the parking

brake and set the transmission to N

1. Remove the tow hook cover from

gear.

the front bumper.

The ignition switch must be at ACC

with the engine switched off or ON

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You Cannot Shift

3. Shift the selector lever to N

position.

Automatic Transmission

Selector Lever

4. Start the engine. For the sake of

safety, hold down the brake pedal

during the whole process.

If the procedure doesn’t work, have

the system checked by a BYD service

station as soon as possible.

3. Tighten the front tow hook with the

wheel nut wrench.

CAUTION

If you cannot shift the selector lever

y The front tow hook must be

out of P position even if the brake

tightened firmly. If it gets loose in

pedal is pressed down, use the Shift

moving, the towed vehicle may

Lock button as follows:

come off and cause severe

personal injury or even death.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ACC.

Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Press down the Shift Lock button.

Shift the selector lever out of P

position.

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6 Chapter 6 Vehicle Maintenance

Maintenance Requirements

6-2

When Maintenance is Needed?

6-3

Maintenance Schedule

6-3

Required Maintenance Record

6-8

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Maintenance

Where to Go for Service?

About Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

Requirements

It is recommended to have your

You can perform many maintenance

vehicle serviced at a BYD authorized

items if you have basic mechanical

Regular vehicle maintenance is

service station.

knowledge and service tools. The

very important.

maintenance items that you can

BYD technicians are well trained and

We strongly recommend you to abide

perform by yourself are described in

kept up to date with the latest service

by the maintenance schedule

Chapter 8.

knowledge through academic journals

indicated below. Proper vehicle

and training programs provided by

However, remember that part of the

maintenance is helpful in the following

BYD. They have learned to work on

maintenance requires special service

aspects:

BYD vehicles rather than getting

tools and professional skills. Such

y Save fuel;

familiar with them in working. You can

maintenance items

must be

y Extend vehicle service life;

be confident that the BYD authorized

performed by qualified technicians.

y Improve driving comfort;

technicians perform the best service.

Even if you are a skilled DIY

technician, we recommend you to

y Ensure driving safety;

Also BYD authorized service stations

have the complicated maintenance

y Improve driving stability;

have special service tools supplied

items performed by a BYD authorized

exclusively by BYD AUTO. BYD

y Maintain full compliance with

service station. The BYD service

service stations can perform all

warranty terms;

station will keep a maintenance

services to meet the maintenance

y Ensure compliance with applicable

record for your vehicle, which is very

requirements

reliably

and

laws and regulations.

important to raise a warranty claim.

economically.

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When Maintenance is

uneven tire wear;

Maintenance Schedule

Needed?

y The vehicle pulls to one side when

The maintenance intervals and

driving in a straight line on a flat

Always pay attention to the change in

mileage listed in the maintenance

road;

the performance and noise of the

schedule below are designed on the

y There is abnormal noise in the

vehicle,

and

observe

other

assumption that the vehicle is used

suspension system while driving;

audio-visual signs that service is

for the intended purpose. Please

y The brake is working abnormally:

follow the instructions below:

needed. The apparent signs include:

soft brake pedal, low brake pedal,

The engine has misfires, unstable

1. Don’t exceed the load limit of the

vehicle pulling to one side in

running or knocking sound;

vehicle. Overload will add extra

braking;

load to the engine, brake and other

Engine

power

reduces

y Coolant temperature continues to

vehicle parts.

significantly;

rise.

2. Don’t drive on restricted roads or

The engine is making abnormal

In any of the above cases, have your

exceed the speed limit.

noise;

vehicle inspected by a BYD service

3. If the vehicle will not be used for a

There is fluid leak at the bottom

station. The vehicle may need

long time, you must drive it

(water dripping after using the A/C

adjustment or repair.

regularly for a few miles.

system is normal);

4. Only use the recommended

There is abnormal noise in the

CAUTION

gasoline.

exhaust system (this indicates the

y Don't continue driving until the

risk of CO leakage; immediately

You are recommended to use BYD

vehicle is confirmed to be in

open the windows and inspect the

genuine parts or fluids

for

good conditions. Otherwise, this

exhaust system);

maintenance. As high quality products

may cause severe vehicle

specifically designed for BYD vehicles,

The tire pressure is insufficient:

damage and even personal

BYD genuine parts or fluids allow

abnormal tire noise in turning,

injury.

optimum operation of your vehicle.

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M6 Maintenance Schedule

Odometer reading or number of months

Interval

×1,000 (km)

Item

First

Number of months

Service

Engine and transmission

1 Inspect the ribbed belt for crack, debris and

abnormal wear, and adjust its tension

Inspect the belt every 20,000 km; replace it every 80,000 km; replace it

483QA/QB engine

Replace the

earlier if using this vehicle under harsh conditions

engine timing belt

Inspect the belt every 20,000 km; replace it every 100,000 km; replace it

4G69 engine

earlier if using this vehicle under harsh conditions

3 Inspect the ignition cable for damage

Regular

Under

Replace it every 20,000 km

Inspect

and

spark plug

normal

replace the spark

Iridium

conditions

Replace it every 80,000 km

plug

spark plug

Under harsh conditions

Replace it earlier according to specific conditions

5 Inspect the crankcase ventilation system

(PCV valve and ventilation hose)

6 Inspect the coolant pipe for damage and

inspect whether the pipe connector is

fastened tightly

7 Inspect the coolant level in the overflow

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Odometer reading or number of months

Interval

×1,000 (km)

Item

First

Number of months

Service

reservoir

8 Replace the engine coolant

Replace it every 2 years or every 40,000 km

Under normal

9 Replace the air

Clean it every 5,000 km, replace it every 10,000 km

conditions

filter element

Under harsh conditions

Inspect it regularly and make replacement earlier if necessary

Under normal

10 Change engine

R: Every 5, 000 km or every 6 months

conditions

oil

Under harsh conditions

R: Every 3,000 km

Under normal

11 Replace the oil

R: Every 5, 000 km or every 6 months

conditions

filer

Under harsh conditions

R: Every 3,000 km

12 Inspect the battery

13 Inspect the engine idling

14 Inspect the ignition timing

15 Inspect and adjust the valve clearance

16 Inspect the exhaust pipe connector for leak

17 Inspect the throttle body cable

18 Throttle body

Replace it every 10, 000 km

19 Fuel injection nozzle

20 Inspect the oxygen sensor

21 Inspect three-way catalytic converter

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Odometer reading or number of months

Interval

×1,000 (km)

Item

First

Number of months

Service

22 Fuel filter

Replace it every 10, 000 km or every 6 months

23 Fuel tank cap, fuel pipe and connector

24 Carbon canister

25 Inspect and

Under normal

change the manual

conditions

transmission fluid

Under harsh conditions

R: Replace it earlier according to specific conditions

26 Inspect and refill

Under normal

Replacement is not necessary, inspect and refill it every year or every 20,

the

automatic

conditions

000 km

transmission fluid

Under harsh conditions

Replace it every 40, 000 km

Chassis and vehicle body

27 Inspect and tighten the fixing screws of the

chassis

28 Brake pedal and parking brake

29 Brake pad and brake disc

30 Brake fluid

31 Brake system pipeline and hoses

32 Power steering fluid

33 Steering wheel and tie rod

34 Drive shaft dust cover

35 Ball pin and dust cover

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Odometer reading or number of months

Interval

×1,000 (km)

Item

First

Number of months

Service

36 Front and rear suspension

37 Tire and inflation pressure

38 Check the alignment of the front wheel and

rear wheels

39 Inspect the wheel bearing clearance

40 Inspect the clutch system functionality and

adjust the pedal travel

41 Clutch fluid

(interchangeable with brake

fluid)

42 Clutch system pipes and hoses

43 Cooling or heating system

44 A/C system air filter

45 Refrigerant of A/C system

46 Check the SRS airbag system

47 Inspect the vehicle body for damage

Every year

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Note: description of symbols in Table

(5) If the brakes are frequently used,

Required Maintenance

especially for hard braking.

Record

I=make inspection, adjustment or

(6) If the vehicle is frequently used as

After each scheduled service, please

replacement if necessary; R=make

a trailer.

request the technician to record all the

replacement,

modification

(7) If the vehicle is used as a taxi.

required items in the maintenance

lubrication

record. You should

keep

all

(8) When the temperature is over 32

2. The oil filter replacement interval

maintenance receipts.

°C, if driving in busy traffic accounts

can be shortened according to the

for 50% or above of the total driving

specific engine conditions.

time.

Harsh conditions refers to any of the

(9) When the temperature is over 30

followings:

°C, if driving at a speed of 120km/h or

(1) If the vehicle is frequently used in

above accounts for 50% or above of

dusty area or exposed to salty air.

the total driving time.

(2) If you frequently drive the vehicle

(10) If the vehicle is frequently

on rugged roads, in water or in

overloaded in driving.

mountainous region.

This maintenance schedule lists the

(3) If the vehicle is frequently used in

minimum maintenance requirements

cold weather.

to ensure the normal vehicle

operation. As the driving conditions

(4) If you frequently let the engine

may vary in different regions,

idling for a long period or make

additional maintenance may be

short-trip driving in cold weather.

required.

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7 Chapter 7 Part Maintenance

Engine Compartment View

7-2

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Precautions

7-3

Jacking Points

7-5

Engine

7-6

Chassis

7-11

Electric Appliances

7-18

Vehicle Body

7-23

Part Maintenance 7-1

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Engine Compartment View

1. Power steering fluid

reservoir

2. Engine coolant reservoir

3. Engine oil dipstick

4. Brake fluid reservoir

5. Windshield washer fluid

reservoir

6. Engine oil filler cap

7. Battery

8. Distribution box

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Do-It-Yourself

Never get under the vehicle

CAUTION

when it is supported by the jack

Maintenance Precautions

When the engine is running,

alone. If you have to do so,

If you perform maintenance yourself,

keep hands, clothing and tools

always support the vehicle with

be sure to follow the correct

away from the moving fan and

solid support.

procedure given in this chapter.

engine drive belts. (Don’t wear

Be sure to turn off the ignition

rings, watch or necktie when

Improper

and

incomplete

switch when operating around

performing maintenance.)

maintenance will both

affect the

the cooling fan or radiator grid.

Many parts of the vehicle, such

With the ignition switch at ON,

normal operation of the vehicle.

as engine, radiator, exhaust

the cooling fan may start running

Only the basic maintenance you can

manifold and spark plug cover,

automatically if the engine

perform by yourself is described in

are very hot after driving. Be

coolant is hot or if the A/C

this chapter. But some maintenance

careful not to touch the hot parts.

system turns on.

items must be performed by

The engine oil and other fluids

Always wear safety glasses to

professional technicians with special

may also be very hot.

prevent flying/falling objects or

service tools.

When the engine is hot, don’t

fluid from entering your eyes.

During operation, you must take due

remove the radiator cover or

The used oil and oil filter must

care to prevent accidental injury.

loosen the drain plug to avoid

be proposed properly. Don’t

Please

strictly

these

burning injury.

dispose of oil by putting it in the

precautions:

To prevent fire, keep spark or

trash, pouring in on the ground

flame away from the fuel or

or into sewers. If you have a

battery.

problem disposing of your used

Handle the battery with extreme

oil, ask your dealer or a service

care. The battery contains toxic

station for help.

and corrosive sulfuric acid.

Be careful when refilling the

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brake fluid since it is harmful to

plug. Using other spark plugs

the wiper from scratching the

the skin and eyes. In case that it

may cause damage, reduced

windshield.

gets in contact with your skin or

engine performance or radio

Before closing the hood, make

eyes accidentally, immediately

interference to other electronic

sure no tool or cloth is left in the

flush the affected area with

devices on the vehicle.

engine compartment.

water. Get medical attention if

Don’t reuse an iridium electrode

irritation persists.

spark plug by cleaning it or

adjust the spark plug clearance.

NOTICE

In case of an automatic

transmission, don’t overfill the

Note that the battery and ignition

transmission fluid. This may

cable are charged with high

cause powerless acceleration or

voltage and high current. Take

damage to the transmission

due care to prevent short circuit.

parts.

If the coolant overflows, flush it

If the brake fluid overflows, flush

with water to prevent damage to

it with water to prevent damage

the parts and paint surface.

to the parts and paint surface.

Prevent dirt or any other object

Don’t drive the vehicle when the

from entering the spark plug

air filter is removed. This may

hole.

cause excessive engine wear. In

Don’t pry the external electrode

addition, backfire may occur and

using the spark plug as the

cause fire in the engine

center.

compartment.

Only use the specified spark

During maintenance, prevent

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Raising the vehicle with an

CAUTION

Jacking Points

improperly positioned jack may

When jacking, be sure to following

damage the vehicle or allow the

the instructions below to reduce the

vehicle to fall off the jack and

DO NOT LIFT

possibility of severe injury or even

cause personal injury.

death:

Never get under the vehicle

the

manufacturer’s

when it is supported by the jack

Front

instructions on using the jack.

alone. If you have to do so,

Don’t put any part of your body

always support the vehicle with

under the vehicle supported by

safety stands.

the jack. Otherwise, personal

Don't raise the vehicle with

It is prohibited to place the jack at the

injury may occur.

someone in it.

locations indicated by z in the figure

Don’t start or run the engine

When raising the vehicle, do not

above.

while the vehicle is supported by

place any objects on top of or

Front - suspension crossbeam

the jack.

underneath the jack.

Stop the vehicle on a level and

Rear - bottom plate

solid ground, firmly set the

Position the jack at the locations

NOTICE

parking brake and put the

indicated by in the figure above.

transmission in “P”

(automatic)

An improperly positioned jack

or N (manual) gear. If necessary,

will cause damage to the

block both the front and rear of

vehicle.

the wheel that is diagonally

opposite from the jack position.

Make sure to locate the jack

properly at the jack point.

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