1.1 Warning and precaution 

1.1.1 Description and operation 

1.1.1 Warning and precaution   

Definition relating to "Warnings", "Important precaution" and "Notes 

Diagnosis and maintenance procedure in this manual include general and specific "Warnings", 
"Important precaution " and " Notes". Geely takes efforts to provide maintenance information to 
help after-sales technicians diagnose and repair the system and ensure the vehicle can run 
normally. But some procedures may present danger to technicians if they do not perform 
operations following the recommended methods.“Warning”, “Important precaution” and “Notes” 
are to prevent the occurrence of such danger. Not all risks are foreseeable. They are at apparent 
position s in the maintenance manual. This information is prepared to prevent the following cases: 

– Severe 

personal 

injury 

– Vehicle 

damage 

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Unnecessary vehicle repair 

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Unnecessary replacement of components 

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Improper maintenance or components replacement 

Definition of "Warning 

A "Warning" means a procedure that must be taken or a prohibited procedure. If a "warning" is 
ignored, it may have the following consequences: 

– Severe 

personal 

injury 

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If a vehicle is not properly repaired, it may cause severe personal injury to the driver and / or 
passengers. 

Definition of “Important precaution” 

“Important precaution” requires paying special attention to a procedure which must be taken or a 
prohibited procedure. If an “Important precaution” is ignored, it may have the following 
consequences: 

– Vehicle 

damage 

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Unnecessary vehicle repair 

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Unnecessary replacement of components 

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Improper operation of the repaired systems or components and abnormal performance 

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Damage to related systems or components 

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Damaged to fasteners, tools or special tools 

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Engine coolant, lubricating oil or other main fluid leakage 

"Notes" definition 

"Notes" the statement stressed necessity of diagnosis or maintenance procedure, "Notes" 
Statement object as follow: 

– Clarify 

the 

procedures 

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Provide additional information for completing a procedure 

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Clarify the recommended procedures for operational reasons 

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Provide information help for technicians to complete the repair in more effective way 

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Provided empirical information with technician to complete easily process 

Warning for lifting vehicle   

To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are 
dismantled from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support with jack the 
components standing at the opposite end from which the components are being dismantled of the 
vehicle. 

Warning for ABS system component handling   

Warning: Certain components in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) are not intended to be serviced 
individually. Attempting to dismantle or disconnect certain system components may result in 
personal injury and/or improper system operation. Only those components with approved removal 
and installation procedures should be serviced. 

Warning for approved equipment for collision repair   

Warning: To avoid personal injury because exposed to welding flashes or to galvanized (Zinc 
Oxide) metal toxic fumes while grinding/cutting on any type of metal or sheet molded compound, 
you must work in a properly ventilated area, wearing an approved respirator, protective goggles, 
earplugs, welding gloves, and protective clothing. 

Warning for assistant driving   

Warning: An assistant should drive the vehicle while the technician inspects the position    of the 
reported condition. Otherwise, personal injury could occur. 

Warning for battery disconnection   

Warning: unless directed otherwise in the operating procedures, the ignition key must be at the 
OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical 
component. Disconnect the negative battery cable if a tool or any equipment easily comes in 
contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in 
personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components. 

Warning: Before maintaining airbag, the battery negative shall be disconnected for 90 seconds at 
least. 

Warning of brake dust   

Warning: When repairing the wheel brake part, please avoid the following operations: 

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Do not polish brake friction lining   

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Do not polish brake friction lining by abrasive paper 

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Do not clean wheel brake part by dry brush or compressed air 

Warning : some model or after-sale retrofitting brake part may has fiber, fiber mix in the dust,   
some dust with fiber was breathed to cause badly bodily injury, please clean any dust on the brake 
part by wet cloth. 

Warning for brake fluid     

Warn: The brake fluid is extremely easy to absorb humidity and moisture. Do not use the brake 
fluid that may be polluted by water in open container, because the use of improper or 
contaminated brake fluid may lead to system failure, losing control of the vehicle and personal 
injury. 

Warning for brake fluid irritation   

The brake fluid has irritation to skin and eyes. If contact, you shall adopted measures as follow: 

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Eye contact - completely wash with clean water. 

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Skin contact – use soap water or clean water to wash. 

Warn for brake pipe replacement 

Warning: carefully route and retain the brake pipes replacement. Always use the correct fasteners. 
Otherwise, it may cause damage to the brake pipes and brake system resulting in personal injury. 

Warning for suction R134a   

Warning: To avoid inbreathing A/C coolant 134a (R134a) and lubrication oil steam or mist, 
touching them can irritate eyes, nose and throat. It should work in area with favorable ventilation.   
Qualified maintenance equipment (R134a recycling equipment) that meets the requirements of 
SAEJ2210 should be adopted when R134a is discharged from air conditioner system. If the 
system discharges accidentally, ventilate the work area prior to continuing to repair. Other 
information related to health and safety can be obtained from the coolant and lubrication oil 
manufacturers.  

Warning of brake dust   

When servicing clutch components, do not create dust by grinding or sanding the clutch disc or by 
cleaning parts with a dry brush or with compressed air. A water-dampened cloth (NOT SOAKED) 
-should be used. Clutch disc may contain fiber, which can be mixed into air if dust is produced 
during maintenanc; Inbreathing dust containing fiber can damage your health severely. 

Warning for collision section 

Failure to do so may compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle and cause personal injury if 
the vehicle is in a collision. 

Warning for window crack   

If part of glass for vehicle window is cracked but still intact, crisscross the glass for vehicle 
window with masking tape in order to reduce the risk of damage or personal injury. 

Warning: Warning for exhaust maintenance   

Warning: In order to avoid scalding, please do not repair exhaust system when it is hot.。 

Please perform maintenance after the exha 

Warning for window lifting function   

Operate the power window switch when working inside the driver door. When operated, the Quick 
Lifting function allows the window to move very quickly without stopping, which could cause 
personal injury. 

Warning for eye protection   

Warning: Please wear permissive eye protective glasses and gloves to minimize health risk when 
executing this procedure.   

Warnings for acoustic insulation foam material 

Warning: when fire is to be used during vehicle maintenance, acoustic insulation foam material 
within range of 152.4mm (6 in) from the fire must be cleared. To avoid inbreathing dust when 
repacking the acoustic insulation foam material, otherwise it will be harmful to your health.   

Warnings for fuel oil and evaporation drain pipe   

Warning: In order to minimize fire and health risk, please abide by the follows: 

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Replace all fuel pipes that are nicked, scratched or damaged during installation, do not 
attempt to repair the fuel pipes. 

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Do not hammer directly on the clips of fuel harness body when installing new fuel pipes. 

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When using welding gun to conduct operation near fuel steam pipe, it is necessary to use wet 
cloth to cover the fuel steam pipe. In addition, neither start the vehicle and expose it under 
the temperature of above 115℃ (239 °F) for more than 1h, nor stay a long time under the 
temperature of above 90℃ (194 °F). 

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Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting fuel 
pipe fittings. This will ensure proper reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. (During 
normal operation, the O-rings located in the female connector will swell and may prevent 
proper reconnection if not lubricated.) 

Warning for fuel gauge leakage   

Warning: Wrap a shop towel around the fuel pressure connection in order to reduce the risk of fire 
and personal injury. The towel will absorb any fuel leakage that occurs during the connection of 
the fuel pressure gauge. Place the towel in an approved container when the connection of the fuel 
pressure gauge is complete. 

Warning for fuel pipe connector   

Warning: Always apply a few drops of clean engine oil to the male pipe ends before connecting 
the fuel pipe fittings in order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury. This will ensure proper 
reconnection and prevent a possible fuel leak. During normal operation, the O-rings located in the 
female connector will swell and may prevent proper reconnection if not lubricated. 

Warning for fuelstorage   

Warning: Do not drain the fuel into an open container, never store the fuel in an open container 
due to the possibility of a fire or an explosion. 

Warning for fuel vapor in the evaporative emission components 

Warning: Do not breathe the air through the EVAP or hoses. The fuel vapors inside the EVAP 
may cause personal injury. 

Warning for gasoline/gasoline vapors 

Warning: Gasoline and gasoline vapor is highly flammable. In order to avoid fire or explosion, 
please select to keep away from a fire. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open 
container, due to the possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical fire extinguisher 
prepared nearby. 

Warning for glass and sheet metal handling 

Warning: When handling any glass or metal plate with sharp edges or burrs, please wear 
permissive safety goggles and gloves to reduce the personal injury risk. 

Warning for halogen bulb 

Warning: Halogen bulbs contain gas under high pressure. Handling a bulb improperly could cause 
it to shatter into flying glass fragments. To help avoid personal injury: 

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Turn off the lamp switch and allow the bulb to cool before replacing the bulb. 

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Leave the lamp switch OFF until the bulb replacement is complete. 

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Always wear protective goggles when replacing a halogen bulb. 

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Handle the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass. 

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Keep dirt and moisture off the bulb. 

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Properly dispose of the used bulb. 

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