Vehicle Inspection - Geely EC718 2009 Workshop Manual

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1.2 Vehicle Inspection

1.2.1 Description and Operation
1.2.1.1 Inspection Items Before Operating The
Vehicle
Horn Operation
Occasionally press the horn to ensure the speaker is working
properly, check all the button positions.
Brake System Operation
Be aware of any abnormal noise when braking, brake pedal
travel increase and repeatedly occurred wheel slip when
braking. In addition, if the brake warning light illuminates or
flashes, it indicates a fault in the brake system.
Exhaust System Operation
Be aware of the sound change in the exhaust system and
odors. These indicate that the system may be leaking or
overheating. Check the system immediately and repair if
necessary.
Tire and Wheel Alignment
Be aware of the steering wheel and seats vibration when
traveling under normal conditions. It indicates that there may
be a need to balance the wheels. In addition, the wheel slip on
even roads indicates that there may be a need for tire pressure
adjustment or wheel alignment.
Steering System Operation
Be aware of the change in steering effort. When steering
becomes hard, the steering wheel free travel is great or when
there is abnormal sound while turning and parking, the steering
system needs to be checked. Occasionally inspect the lighting
pattern of the headlamp. If the headlamp lighting pattern is not
correct, it should be adjusted.
1.2.1.2 Inspection Items Before Each Time
Filling Fuel
Any system fluid leak(except the windshield washer) indicates
that the system may be faulty. Check the system immediately
and repair if necessary.
Engine Oil Level
Add engine oil if necessary, preferably when engine oil is warm.
1. When the engine is shut down, engine oil will flow back to
the bottom of the oil pan after a few minutes.
2. Pull out the dipstick.
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3. Wipe clean the dipstick and then insert it back.
4. Pull out the dipstick and inspect the oil level.
5. If necessary, add engine oil, so that the oil level maintained
between MIN (minimum) line and the MAX (maximum) line.
Do not fill an excessive amount of engine oil, otherwise it
may cause damage to the engine.
6. After reading the engine oil level, reinstall the dipstick to the
engine. If inspecting the engine oil level when the engine is
cold, do not start the cold engine. The cold engine oil will
not quickly return to the oil pan, thus the correct oil level
reading will not be obtained.
Engine Coolant Level and Conditions
Add engine coolant if necessary. Check the engine coolant,
replace the dirty engine coolant.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Inspect the washer fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
1.2.1.3 Monthly Inspection Items
Wheels, Tires and Tire Pressure
Inspect for abnormal tire wear or damage. Inspect the wheels
for damage. Inspect the tire pressure when cold, also inspect
the spare tire. Maintain tire pressure as recommended on the
label.
Vehicle Lamp Operation
Inspect the license plate lamps, headlamps (including the high-
beam lamps), parking lamps, fog lamps, tail lamps, brake
lamps, turn lamps and indicators, reversing lamps and hazard
warning lamps operation.
Oil and Fluid Leaks
When the vehicle is parked, regularly inspect whether there is
water, engine oil, fuel or other liquids on the ground underneath
the car. Water dripping from air-conditioning system after use
is normal. If oil leaks or smoke is found, identify the reason and
repair if necessary.
1.2.1.4 Inspection Items At Least Twice A Year
Power Steering System Fluid Level
Inspect power steering fluid surface to maintain the correct
power steering fluid level.
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