Electronic Power Steering; (If Equipped); Driving Through Water - Chery Automobile User Manual

Electronic Power Steering

(If Equipped)

Electronic Power Steering (EPS) is de-
signed to use an electric motor to re-
duce effort by providing assist to the
driver of the vehicle. The EPS system
has replaced the Hydraulic Power
Steering (HPS) system in your vehicle.
Unlike the HPS system, the EPS sys-
tem does not require a hydraulic
pump, which is belt driven from the
engine. Rather, the EPS system's elec-
tronic motor is powered by the vehi-
cle's electrical system. The efficiency
advantage of an EPS system is derived
from the fact that it is activated only
when needed. Thus,
equipped with EPS may achieve an
estimated improvement
economy of 3% compared to the same
vehicle with conventional HPS.
EPS Indicator Light
The EPS Indicator Light is lo-
cated in the instrument clus-
ter, it will turn on when the
ignition switch is first turned
to the ON position, and may stay on
for several seconds. During this time,
the EPS is performing its self-check
cycle to ensure that the system is
working properly. If the light remains
on, or turns on while driving, it indi-
cates that the EPS system is not func-
tioning, and that service is required.
See an authorized Chery dealer for re-
pair to the EPS system.
a vehicle

Driving Through Water

Drive carefully and slowly when going
in fuel through water more than a few inches
deep.
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CAUTION!
The following guidelines apply to driv-
ing through water:
• Never drive through standing water
that is deeper than the bottom of
your vehicle's tire rims.
• Water inside your vehicle's engine
can cause it to lockup, stall, or
cause serious internal damage.
• Vehicle traction and braking perfor-
mance will decrease while driving
through water.
• Driving through water may cause
damage to your vehicle's drivetrain
components. Always inspect your ve-
hicle's fluids (e.g., engine oil, trans-
axle, etc.) for signs of contamination
(e.g., fluid that is milky or foamy in
appearance) after driving through
water. Do not continue to operate
the vehicle if any fluid appears con-
taminated as this may result in fur-
ther damage.