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SAIC MOTOR MG3 2011 Owner's Manual

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Preface.............................................................................................................................1
Introduction of Owner's Manual ................................................................................................ 1
Owner's Manual..................................................................................................................................... 1
Special statement ................................................................................................................................... 1
Helpful Information................................................................................................................................ 2
Vehicle Identification................................................................................................................... 3
Vehicle Identification .............................................................................................................................. 3
Position of Vehicle Identification.............................................................................................................. 3
Vehicle Identification Label...................................................................................................................... 4
1 Instruments and Controls ...........................................................................................5
Instruments and Controls Overview ......................................................................................... 6
Instrument Pack .......................................................................................................................... 7
Tachometer........................................................................................................................................... 7
Speedometer......................................................................................................................................... 7
Fuel Gauge ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Message Centre ........................................................................................................................... 8
Vehicle information display...................................................................................................................... 9
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface..........................1 Introduction of Owner's Manual ....................1 Owner's Manual............................. 1 Special statement ........................... 1 Helpful Information..........................2 Vehicle Identification........................3 Vehicle Identification ..........................3 Position of Vehicle Identification......................3 Vehicle Identification Label........................4 1 Instruments and Controls ...................5 Instruments and Controls Overview ..................6 Instrument Pack ..........................
  • Page 2 Warning Lights and Indicators ....................13 Lights and Switches........................18 Main Light Switch..........................18 Fog Lights Switch ..........................19 Direction Lights/Main Beam Lever......................20 Hazard Warning Lights ......................... 21 Wiper and Washer........................22 Front Windshield Wiper Operation ...................... 22 Front Windshield Washer ........................23 Rear Wiper Operation.........................
  • Page 3 Power Operated Window Controls ...................... 30 Operating the Windows........................30 ............................ 32 Sunroof Usage Instructions ..........................32 Sunroof Operation..........................32 Internal Equipment ........................34 Interior Lamp ............................34 ............................34 Cupholders Cigar Lighter ............................35 Removable Ashtray ..........................36 Glove Box ............................36 Instrument Panel Storage Box.......................
  • Page 4 ............................48 Radio Use Instructions ..........................48 Radio Control Panel..........................49 Basic Operation........................... 50 Radio Function ............................ 52 USB ..............................54 AUX ..............................55 Antenna .............................. 55 CD Player ..........................56 Use Instructions ..........................56 CD Player Control Panel ........................58 Steering Wheel Control Button ......................
  • Page 5 Seats............................68 Correct Seat Position........................... 68 Head Restraints ........................... 69 Manual Front Seat ..........................70 Seat Belt ............................ 71 Seat Belt ............................. 71 Seat Belt Pre-tensioners ........................73 Airbag Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) ..............74 Airbags ............................... 74 Child Restraints ......................... 79 Child Restraints (Not Provided with Vehicles)..................
  • Page 6 Remote Key Battery..........................88 Starting and Driving........................89 Ignition Switch ............................. 89 Starting the Engine ..........................90 Driving..............................92 Environmental Driving.......................... 93 Catalytic Converter ..........................94 Fuel System ..........................96 Type of Fuel............................96 Fuel Filler ............................96 Fuel Filling ............................97 Gasoline Cleaner ..........................
  • Page 7 Vehicle Start ............................106 Reminding ............................107 ......................108 Manual Transmission Gear Lever ............................108 Gear Shift Suggestion ......................... 109 Brake System........................... 110 Foot Brake ............................110 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ......................112 Parking Brake ............................ 113 Parking Aid ..........................115 Parking Aid (Ultrasonic Parking Ranging Warning Devices)..............
  • Page 8 Vehicle Recovery ........................121 Towing Eye ............................121 Towing for Recovery .......................... 122 Wheel Replacement ....................... 125 Accessing the Spare Wheel and Tools....................125 Changing a Wheel..........................126 Emergency Starting ........................ 129 Booster Cables..........................129 Start Vehicles............................. 129 Fuse Replacement ........................131 Fuses ..............................
  • Page 9 6 Maintenance ......................141 Routine Servicing ........................142 Routine Servicing ..........................142 Bonnet............................146 Opening the Bonnet........................... 146 Closing the Bonnet ..........................146 Bonnet............................148 Engine............................149 Engine Oil ............................149 Checking and Adding Oil ........................150 Oil Specifications ..........................151 Cooling System ........................
  • Page 10 Power Steering ........................154 Power Steering Fluid Check and Top Up ....................154 Power Steering Fluid Specification ....................... 155 Battery ............................. 155 Battery Maintenance .......................... 155 Replace Battery ..........................156 Washer............................. 157 Inspect and Fill Windshield Washer Fluid ..................... 157 Washer Nozzle..........................
  • Page 11 Punctured Tyres..........................161 Replacement Tyres..........................161 Tyre Chains ............................162 Cleaning and Vehicle Care...................... 163 Washing Your Car..........................163 Polishing the Paintwork ........................164 Wiper Blades............................. 164 Windows and Mirrors ........................164 Cleaning the Interior.......................... 165 7 Technical Data......................167 Technical Data Dimensions ....................168 Weights ............................

  • Page 13: Preface

    This Owner's Manual and Warranty and Maintenance Owner's Manual Manual describe the warranty liabilities and obligations of Thank you for your choosing the products of SAIC Motor. the Company to the owner with regard to the Aftersales service, for this vehicle.

  • Page 14: Helpful Information

    Preface Helpful Information Asterisk An asterisk ‘*’ appearing after the subject or text, identifies Warning features that are either optional, or are only fitted to some This warning symbol identifies procedures vehicles in the model range. that must be followed precisely, or information that must be considered with Drawing information great care, in order to reduce the risk of...

  • Page 15: Vehicle Identification

    Preface Vehicle Identification Position of Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Identification • It is on the instrument panel through the lower left corner of the windscreen. • It is on the vehicle identification lable. • It is on the top frame of the right side panel in the engine compartment.

  • Page 16: Vehicle Identification Label

    Preface Vehicle Identification Label Position of Vehicle Identification Label Information in the Vehicle Identification Label • Brand; • Vehicle model; • Engine type; • Engine displacement; • Engine rated power; • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN); • Number of passengers; • Date of manufacture; •...

  • Page 17: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Overview Instrument Pack Message Centre 13 Warning Lights and Indicators 18 Lights and Switches 22 Wiper and Washer 25 Steering Column 26 Horn 27 Rearview Mirror 29 Vanity Mirror 30 Windows 32 Sunroof 34 Internal Equipment...

  • Page 18: Instruments And Controls Overview

    Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Overview Electric Exterior Mirror and Window Controls Main Lights Switch/Direction Indicators/Main Beam Lever Switch/Front Fog Lights /Rear Fog Lights Switch Horn Driver Airbag Instrument Pack Wiper/Washer Lever Switch Entertainment System Heating and Air Conditioner Control Switch Front Passenger Airbag Gear Shift Lever...

  • Page 19: Instrument Pack

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Pack Speedometer It indicates the vehicle speed (figure 2). Fuel Gauge The quantity of fuel in the tank is indicated by the number of segments illuminated. there are eight segments in total (figure 3). When the fuel volume is normal, at most eight bar-type segments are illuminated to white.

  • Page 20: Message Centre

    Instruments and Controls Message Centre Gear Position and Automatic Transmission Mode Display This zone shows the current gear lever position (R, N, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and automatic transmission mode (A, E, S, . Refer to Automated Mechanical Transmission in the chapter Starting and Driving.

  • Page 21: Vehicle Information Display

    Instruments and Controls Vehicle information display • Next Service Repeatedly press the button on the end of the steering lever switch (showed by arrows) for short periods (less than 2 seconds), and then the above information will be displayed in cycles. By pressing and holding the button on the end of the steering lever switch for longer than 2 seconds, the selected display can be reset (including trip distance A, trip...
  • Page 22 Instruments and Controls Trip distance A and trip distance B Fuel Range to Empty Its unit is km, and this function shows the trip distances. It shows the remaining distance you can travel before the fuel gauge reads empty. The distance will change when the Trip distance A and trip distance B are two independent vehicle is refuelled.
  • Page 23 Instruments and Controls Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Average Fuel Consumption Its unit is L/100 km, and this function shows the present Its unit is L/100 km, and it calculates and shows the average instantaneous fuel consumption. fuel consumption since the last time the trip computer was reset.
  • Page 24 Instruments and Controls Average Speed Note: Service Interval Announcement information can be only reset by MG Authorised Its unit is km/h, and it is the average vehicle speed calculated Repairer. after the engine starts. km/h Next Service It shows the service interval announcement symbol, the distance remaining whichever is sooner before it should be carried out.

  • Page 25: Warning Lights And Indicators

    Instruments and Controls Warning Lights and Indicators Direction Indicators - Green The left and right direction indicators are represented by directional arrows located at the top of the instrument display. The warning lights flash synchronised with the exterior left or right direction indicator lights whenever they are operating.
  • Page 26 Instruments and Controls Rear Fog Light Indicator - Yellow The warning will continue until either the seat belt is fastened correctly or 90 seconds has expired. Illuminates when the rear fog guard lights are Low Oil Pressure Warning Light - Red switched on.
  • Page 27 Instruments and Controls ABS Malfunction Warning Light - Yellow The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied and extinguishes when it is fully released. If the parking brake is inadvertently left applied, the light will remain illuminated Illuminates for approximately 4 seconds as a and an audible warning will sound when the vehicle speed lamp and system check when the ignition is switched on.
  • Page 28 Instruments and Controls Engine Emission Malfunction Warning Light - Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light Yellow - Red/Blue This warning light is used to indicate an The warning light is used to indicate the emissions related fault is detected by the engine temperature of engine coolant.
  • Page 29 Instruments and Controls Transmission Malfunction Warning Light - Door Opening Warning Light - Red Yellow The warning light is used to indicate that the vehicle doors and the tailgate is not closed. The warning This warning light is used to indicate faults light illuminates for approximately 4 seconds as system detected by the automatic transmission.

  • Page 30: Lights And Switches

    Instruments and Controls Lights and Switches Side Lights, Tail Lights, Instrument Pack Light Turn the main light switch to position 1 to turn the side, tail Main Light Switch and instrument pack lights on, and the side light indicator will illuminate. If the side lights still illuminate when the driver's door is opened and the key is removed, an audible warning will be heard.

  • Page 31: Fog Lights Switch

    Instruments and Controls Fog Lights Switch Front Fog Lights When the ignition switch is in position 2 and the side light is Fog lights can be used only when visibility is turned on, turn the front fog lights switch (figure 1) to the very poor;...

  • Page 32: Direction Lights/Main Beam Lever

    Instruments and Controls Direction Lights/Main Beam Lever The corresponding GREEN warning light in the instrument pack will flash in time with the direction indicators. To Take care not to dazzle oncoming vehicles indicate a lane change, press the lever briefly and release, when driving using main beam headlights.

  • Page 33: Hazard Warning Lights

    Instruments and Controls Hazard Warning Lights Follow Me Home (Headlights Delayed OFF) After the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition switch off and remove the key, pull the lever switch towards the steering wheel fully in approximately 1 minute (figure 4), then release it, and the headlight dipped beam will turn on for about 30 seconds.

  • Page 34: Wiper And Washer

    Instruments and Controls Wiper and Washer IMPORTANT • DO NOT use the wipers on dry windshield glass. Front Windshield Wiper Operation • In freezing cold or extremely hot conditions, make sure the wiper blade is not frozen or stuck to the windshield glass before starting the wiper.

  • Page 35: Front Windshield Washer

    Instruments and Controls Front Windshield Washer Rear Wiper Operation Pull the lever switch towards the steering wheel (figure 6), and then the washer will begin to operate immediately. After a short interval, the wipers and washer will operate together. Note: The wipers continue operating for a further three wipes after the lever switch is released.
  • Page 36 Instruments and Controls The wipers and washer will start to work when the ignition switch is turned on. Turn the rear wiper switch to the intermittent gear (figure 1) position, and then the rear wiper will start to operate. After wiping for three times, it will change to an intermittent operation mode.

  • Page 37: Steering Column

    Instruments and Controls Steering Column To adjust the angle and height of the steering column to suit your driving position: Steering Column Adjustment 1 Fully release the locking lever. Do not attempt to adjust the height or angle 2 Hold the steering wheel in both hands and tilt the of the steering wheel while the car is in steering column up or down to move the wheel into motion.

  • Page 38: Horn

    Instruments and Controls Horn Press the steering wheel horn button area (as shown by arrows), and the horn will begin to work. IMPORTANT When using the horn, DO NOT powerfully press or beat the cover plate to prevent accidents.

  • Page 39: Rearview Mirror

    Instruments and Controls Rearview Mirror Adjustment of Outside Rear View Mirror Surface Electric Outside Rearview Mirror When the ignition switch is in position 1 or position 2, press the left side (L) or right side (R) switches (figure 1) to select the left-side or right-side outside rearview mirrors, At the same time, the backlight of the selected switch is illuminated.

  • Page 40: Inside Rearview Mirror

    Instruments and Controls Inside Rearview Mirror Folding of Outside Rearview Mirror The outside rearview mirror may be folded to prevent Adjust the inside rearview mirror to obtain the best visual collisions or injuries when passing through narrow angle. The manual anti-dazzling features of inside rearview channels.

  • Page 41: Vanity Mirror

    Instruments and Controls Vanity Mirror IMPORTANT In some cases, the manual anti-dazzling features of the The driver’s vanity mirror should only be inside rearview mirror may cause the driver to fail to used when the car is stationary. judge the position of the vehicle behind accurately. Pivot the sun visor (1) downward to use the vanity mirror (2).

  • Page 42: Windows

    Instruments and Controls Windows Operating the Windows Ensure children are kept clear when raising or Power Operated Window Controls lowering a window. When the ignition switch is in position 2, or within 30 seconds after the ignition switch is closed, the electric window can be operated.
  • Page 43 Instruments and Controls Note: DO NOT operate the power windows for more than 20 seconds so as to protect the motor from overheating, the switch will not operate. If this occurs, please wait until the motor cools down. Note: If the battery is disconnected, the ‘one-touch’ feature will be lost.

  • Page 44: Sunroof

    Instruments and Controls Sunroof Sunroof Operation When the vehicle is in running, DO NOT Usage Instructions allow any passenger to extend any part of • DO NOT open the sunroof in rainy days; his body to extend out of the sunroof, so as •...
  • Page 45 Instruments and Controls edge of the sunroof will automatically tilt up; during the ‘One-touch’ Operation process of the sunroof's tilting up, the switch may be When the sunroof is closed or half opened, lightly press released at any time to stop the motion. down the sunroof switch (2) and release it, then the sunroof will completely open;...

  • Page 46: Internal Equipment

    Instruments and Controls Internal Equipment Cupholders Interior Lamp Manual Operation Press the button in figure 1 to open interior lamp, and press Push forward the cupholder box handle, and then the the button in figure 2 to close the interior lamp. cupholder will be visible.

  • Page 47: Cigar Lighter

    Instruments and Controls Cigar Lighter Note: The voltage of the cigar lighter is 12 V and the power is 120 W. Hold the cigar lighter by cool end. Note: If the cigar lighter does not eject when it is pressed in 30 seconds, please contact an MG Authorised Repairer for inspection at the earliest DO NOT use the cigar lighter for charging.

  • Page 48: Removable Ashtray

    Instruments and Controls Removable Ashtray Glove Box DO NOT accumulate garbage, cigar end or any other flammable objects in the ashtray, and always confirm that the matches or cigar ends have extinguished. Avoid fires. To open the glove box, pull the handle on the box cover backward.

  • Page 49: Instrument Panel Storage Box

    Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Storage Box Front Passenger Lower Cubby Box DO NOT put inflammable substances such as liquid or cigar lighters in the instrument panel storage box. To open, gently lift and pull the handle. Push upward the handle of the instrument panel storage To close, push the handle.

  • Page 50: Spectacle Box

    Instruments and Controls Spectacle Box Only use the spectacles box when the vehicle is stationary. The spectacles box is located above the driver’s door. Pull the handle (arrowed) downwards to open. The spectacles box will close automatically when the handle is released. Note: The box will only accommodate standard size spectacles.

  • Page 51: Air Conditioning And Audio Systems

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems 40 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 48 Radio 56 CD Player...

  • Page 52: Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Ventilation 1 Side Vents 2 Windshield Vents 3 Center Vents 4 Front Footwell Vents 5 Front Side Window Vents Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems are used to control the heating, ventilation and cooling inside the vehicle.
  • Page 53 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Air Conditioning Filter Side Vents Adjustment Air conditioning filter is a pollen filter, which is helpful for preventing pollen and dust filter to enter the vehicle. In order to maintain the optimal filtering effect, the filter core shall be replaced when the vehicle covers every 10,000 km.

  • Page 54: Manual Controlled Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Manual Controlled Air conditioning Air Volume Adjustment Turn the air volume adjustment knob clockwise, and Control Panel then the air volume will increase; turn the air volume adjustment knob counterclockwise, and then the air volume will decrease. When the air volume is 0 level, the blower will be closed, and the air volume will increase from 1 to 4 level gradually.
  • Page 55 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Note: The system will still provide heating and Note: Under this mode, a little airflow is directed to ventilation functions, when A/C is switched off. the side vents. Air Distribution Mode To ‘Windshield’. Airflow is directed to side Turn the air distribution mode, and select air distribution vents and windshield vents.

  • Page 56: Electronic Controlled Air Conditioning

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Electronic Controlled Air conditioning Air Recirculation Control Control Panel Press the air recirculation control button to illuminate the indicator on the button, and the recirculation door will be closed. Then the air inside the vehicle will be isolated from the outside air, and the system will enter an recirculation mode.
  • Page 57 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Air Volume Adjustment Air Conditioning Switch Press air volume up button to increase the air When the engine is on and the blower is opened volume. When the system is closed, press air volume or air conditioning power is on, press the air conditioning button to activate the system.
  • Page 58 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Air Distribution Mode To ‘Windshield’. Airflow is directed to side Turn the air distribution mode button, and select air vents and windshield vents. distribution mode as required. The clockwise order for the mode selection is as follows: ‘Face part’...
  • Page 59 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems heated rear window system will begin to operate. When the heated rear window system stops its operation, the indicator light on the button will go out. Air Recirculation Control Press the air recirculation control button to lighten the indicator icon on the screen, and the recirculation door will be closed.

  • Page 60: Radio

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Radio 6 The USB interface of the player does not support the portable hard drive. Use Instructions 7 The USB interface of the player can be used for card 1 When cleaning the vehicle, ensure that water does readers of some types, but we do not guarantee that not contact the radio.

  • Page 61: Radio Control Panel

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Radio Control Panel 1 [On\Off]/[Pause\Mute] 2 [Volume Down] 3 [Volume Up] 6 Number button [1] 7 Number button [2] 8 Number button [3] 9 Number button [4] 10 Number button [5] 11 Number button [6] 12 [BAND] 13 [MENU] 14 [A/S]...

  • Page 62: Basic Operation

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Basic Operation Note: USB/AUX can only be selected when a USB/AUX source is connected. On/Off Power Volume Adjustment Press [On/Off] to start the player, and then hold this button to turn off the system. Shortly press [Volume Down], the volume will decrease by -1, if this button is held, the volume will decrease quickly 30 Minute Play Function to 0.
  • Page 63 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Under the USB mode, shortly press [A/S ] to make track BALANCE scanning. Then, it will play the first 10 seconds of each Under the BALANCE mode, press [ ] or [ ] to adjust track, and shift to the next track, which will also be the left-right balance effect (adjustment range: L9～R9), ‘0’...

  • Page 64: Radio Function

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Radio Function setting the repeated playing mode, press [MODE] to make a confirmation. Mode Selection Note: If you do not need to set the repeated mode, Press [SRC] to select radio playing. press [MODE] for two times to confirm the selected random mode.
  • Page 65 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Note: If no station exists within the entire band, then • Use search, manual or pre-set tuning modes to turn to the search will be stopped after finishing a cycle, and the desired station. the screen will display ‘NO STATION’ letters. •...

  • Page 66: Usb

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems seconds, then press [ ] once, to directly play the previous track. USB Connection Note: This system can only play .mp3 and .wma Insert the USB memory into the USB socket. The USB format files. socket can also be used for charging.

  • Page 67: Aux

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Antenna AUX Input Playing After the external audio connecting line and AUX socket are connected, it will automatically enter the AUX mode, and at this time the music of external audio will be played through the speaker inside the vehicle. The antenna is located at the back side of the vehicle roof.

  • Page 68: Cd Player

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems CD Player 6 DO NOT forget to take out the disc when it is no longer used. DO NOT expose the disc to the Use Instructions sunlight directly or put it in extremely hot or cold temperatures or high-humility environment.
  • Page 69 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems 10 The USB interface of the player does not support the portable hard drive. 11 The USB interface can be used for card readers of some types, but we do not guarantee that it supports all types of card readers.

  • Page 70: Cd Player Control Panel

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems CD Player Control Panel 1 [On\Off]/[Pause\Mute] 2 [Volume Down] 3 [Volume Up] 6 CD Slot 7 Number Button [1] 8 Number Button [2] 9 Number Button [3] 10 Number Button [4] 11 Number Button [5] 12 Number Button [6] 13 [BAND] 14 [ ]...

  • Page 71: Steering Wheel Control Button

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Steering Wheel Control Button Basic Operation On/Off Power Press the [On/Off] to start the player, and then hold this button to turn off the system. 30 Minutes Play Function When the ignition is switched off, press the [On/Off] button to operate the player for up to 30 minutes, after 30 minutes the player will switch off.
  • Page 72 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems radio, CD (if there is a disc in the CD player), USB (if USB BASS is connected), and AUX (if AUX is connected). Under the BASS mode, press [ ] or [ ] to adjust the Note: CD play can only be selected when there is a bass effect (adjustment range: -7～+7).
  • Page 73 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Time Setting LOUD OFF Under the LOUD OFF mode, press [ ] or [ ] to stop Press [MENU] to enter the clock display interface, hold or start the loudness control. [MENU] to enter the clock setting mode, and then shortly press [MENU] to shift among the hour-clock, minute-clock Radio/Track Browse and time display modes (12HR or 24HR), and clock display...

  • Page 74: Radio Function

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Radio Function Folder Mode When playing MP3/USB, hold [MODE] to enter the folder Mode Selection selection mode, and shortly press [ ] or [ ] to select Press [SRC] to select radio playing. the folder forward or backward. If no operation is carried out when 3 seconds after selecting the folder have passed, Band Selection the first track in the folder will be automatically played.
  • Page 75 Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Note: If no station exists within the entire band, then • Use search, manual or pre-set tuning modes to turn to the search will be stopped after finishing a cycle, and the desired station. the screen will display ‘NO STATION’ letters. •...

  • Page 76: Cd Playing

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems CD Playing Fast Forward/Rewind 1 Press and hold [ ] to fast rewind, and shortly press this button to restore normal playing. CD player can play one CD disc for one time. 2 Press and hold [ ] to fast forward, and shortly press this button to restore normal playing.

  • Page 77: Usb

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems seconds, then press [ ] once, to directly play the previous track. USB Connection Note: This system can only play .mp3 and .wma Insert the USB memory into the USB socket. The USB format files. socket can also be used for charging.

  • Page 78: Aux

    Air Conditioning and Audio Systems Antenna AUX Input Playing After the external audio connecting line and AUX socket are connected, it will automatically enter the AUX mode, and at this time the music of external audio will be played through the speaker inside the vehicle. The antenna is located at the back side of the vehicle roof.

  • Page 79: Seats And Restraints

    Seats and Restraints 68 Seats 71 Seat Belt 74 Airbag Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) 79 Child Restraints...

  • Page 80: Seats

    Seats and Restraints Seats the arms slightly bent and the seat back in a nearly upright position. Correct Seat Position Make sure your driving position is comfortable and enables To avoid the risk of loss of control and you to maintain full control of the vehicle. A properly personal injury, DO NOT adjust the seats adjusted seat helps reduce the risk of injury from sitting while the car is moving.

  • Page 81: Head Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Head Restraints heavy braking, thereby reducing the risk of head and neck injuries. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of Press the button (arrowed) and push the head restraint the head restraint is in line with the top of downwards to lower its position, or lift the head restraint the occupant's head and the back of the to raise its position.

  • Page 82: Manual Front Seat

    Seats and Restraints Manual Front Seat Height Adjustment Pull the lever (2) upwards with a pumping action to raise the seat as required. Press down on the lever with a pumping action to lower the seat. Backrest Adjustment Lift the lever (3) and allow the seat to move, tilt the backrest to the desired position.

  • Page 83: Seat Belt

    Seats and Restraints Seat Belt IMPORTANT • DO make sure all passengers are securely strapped Seat Belt in at all times - even for the shortest journeys. The airbag supplementary restraint system • ALWAYS adjust seat belts to eliminate any slack in (SRS) is designed to add to the overall the webbing.
  • Page 84 Seats and Restraints Fastening the Belt Lap belt: pull the belt over the lap smoothly and, ensuring the webbing is not twisted, insert the metal tongue plate Do not attach any additional device to the into the buckle nearest the wearer. A 'click' indicates that seat belt in any way which may impede its the belt is securely locked.

  • Page 85: Seat Belt Pre-Tensioners

    Seats and Restraints Replacing Seat Belts Note: The seat belt pre-tensioners will NOT be activated by minor impacts. Always replace a seat belt assembly where The seat belt pre-tensioners are located inside the front the webbing shows signs of fraying. seat belt reels.

  • Page 86: Airbag Supplementary Restraint System (Srs)

    Seats and Restraints Airbag Supplementary Restraint located in the centre pad of the steering wheel and in the System (SRS) fascia panel above the glovebox. Note: The front airbags are not designed to operate as Airbags a result of rear collision, minor frontal or side impacts, or if the vehicle overturns;...
  • Page 87 Seats and Restraints Airbag Deployment IMPORTANT To minimise the risk of accidental injury • Even if the vehicle is equipped with airbags, you from inflating airbags, seat belts should be should always wear seat belts to reduce the risk of worn correctly at all times.
  • Page 88 Seats and Restraints collision, to determine whether the airbags should be IMPORTANT deployed. • Obstructions between an airbag and the occupant Operation of the airbag is not dependent on the speed may affect the correct deployment of the airbag. of the car, but on the type and size of object hit, angle Obstructions must not interfere with the airbag of impact and the rate at which the car changes speed as inflation passages.
  • Page 89 Seats and Restraints Airbag Warning Light Special Notice DO NOT service, repair, replace, modify or DO NOT fit or modify the airbag. tamper with any part of the airbag, or wiring changes to the vehicle structure or airbag in the vicinity of an airbag component; this system wiring harness are strictly prohibited.
  • Page 90 Seats and Restraints Disposing of the Vehicle When selling your vehicle, you must make sure that the new owner knows that the vehicle is equipped with airbags, and the date of airbag system replacement. Uninflated airbags are potentially very dangerous and must be safely deployed in a controlled environment by qualified personnel, before a vehicle is scrapped.

  • Page 91: Child Restraints

    Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Children are more vulnerable than adults to an inflating airbag. It is recommended that children below the age of Child Restraints (Not Provided with 12 years old must be seated on seats in the rear seats which Vehicles) are far from the airbags.
  • Page 92 Seats and Restraints you choose child seats appropriate to the child's age and weight. IMPORTANT • When using child seats inside a vehicle, you must ensure child seats are correctly secured inside the vehicle. • In case of a collision or emergency brake, the child seats which are not correctly fit or fastened could move and hit other occupants in the vehicle.

  • Page 93: Starting And Driving

    Starting and Driving 82 Key 83 Immobilizer System 89 Starting and Driving 96 Fuel System 99 Automated Mechanical Transmission 108 Manual Transmission 110 Brake System 115 Parking Aid 117 Load Carrying...

  • Page 94: Key

    Starting and Driving mechanical key, the other one includes two mechanical keys. All of them may unlock all locks of the car. The keys supplied with your car are programmed to your security systems. Any key without being programmed to Please keep the spare key in a safe place - your car cannot start the engine.

  • Page 95: Immobilizer System

    Starting and Driving Immobilizer System Locking and Unlocking Remote Key Engine Immobilizer System Engine immobilisation is an important aspect of the security system, it is designed to safeguard the vehicle from theft, by preventing the engine from being started unless the GENUINE remote key is inserted into the ignition switch.
  • Page 96 Starting and Driving Locking Mislock Using the Remote key If pressing the lock button on the remote key or using the 1 Close the door, bonnet and tailgate. mechanical key to lock the door when the driver's door has not been fully closed, the door will not lock, and the 2 Press the lock button once, the turn signal lights vehicle horn will sound once, indicating a mislock.
  • Page 97 Starting and Driving Lock Status Indicator Unlocking Using the Remote Key Pressing the unlock button once will unlock all doors and the direction lights flash once. Using the Key 1 Turning the key counterclockwise once in the driver side door unlocks all doors. 2 The direction lights flash once.
  • Page 98 Starting and Driving Internal Lock Switch will not be protected. Once the open doors or tailgate are closed, the immobilizer system will go into effect. All doors will be unlocked by pressing internal lock unlock switch, at the same time the lock status indicator turn off. Note: The internal lock switches cannot work if the doors are locked with the remote key.

  • Page 99: Children Protection Lock

    Starting and Driving Children Protection Lock With the children protection lock engaged, the rear doors cannot be opened from inside of the car, but can be opened NEVER leave children unsupervised in the from outside of the car. car. Operation of children protection lock in rear left door: insert a small screwdriver into the children protection lock and turn it clockwise by 1/8 circle to enable;...

  • Page 100: Remote Key Battery

    Starting and Driving Remote Key Battery 1 Spring Out the Key Remote Key contains delicate electronic 2 Carefully pry the white cap at one side of the remote components and must be protected key by using a small screwdriver. from impact and water damage, high 3 Remove the remote key battery with tweezers or temperatures and humidity, direct sunlight a small screwdriver.

  • Page 101: Starting And Driving

    Starting and Driving Starting and Driving （ （ （ ） ） ） Position 0 LOCK • The key can be inserted or removed. Ignition Switch • Lock the steering wheel when turn it left or right towards after removing the key. Do not turn the ignition off or pull out the key （...

  • Page 102: Starting The Engine

    Starting and Driving Starting the Engine Note: Release the key immediately the engine starts. Never start or leave the engine running in Note: Opening the driver side door with the key left an unventilated building – exhaust gases are at Position 0, the key reminder buzzer will come on, poisonous and contain carbon monoxide, reminding the key is not removed.
  • Page 103 Starting and Driving 4 or Fully press the clutch pedal, and ensure that the IMPORTANT gear lever is in the neutral position (for MT). • Your car is controlled by electronic control 5 Insert the key into the ignition switch, and turn it to systems.

  • Page 104: Driving

    Starting and Driving Driving operating for a while in order to reduce heat under the bonnet. Driving Running-in It is better that warming up the engine according to the surrounding temperature until the water thermometer The engine, transmission, brakes and tyres need time to begins to work.

  • Page 105: Environmental Driving

    Starting and Driving Environmental Driving Environmental protection Your car has been designed with the latest technology in Maintenance order to minimise the environmental impact of exhaust Have the car regularly serviced emissions. Regular servicing will ensure optimum fuel consumption Driving Style and minimise exhaust pollutants, as well as effectively extending the service life of the car.

  • Page 106: Catalytic Converter

    Starting and Driving Catalytic Converter Drive smoothly Anticipating obstructions and slowing down well in Exhaust temperatures can be extremely high, advance, avoids the need for unnecessary acceleration and do not park on ground where combustible harsh braking. A smooth driving style not only reduces fuel materials such as dry grass or leaves could consumption, but can reduce the emission of poisonous come into contact with the exhaust system...
  • Page 107 Starting and Driving Catalytic converters are easily damaged through improper • When driving a car with manual transmission and at use, particularly if the wrong fuel is used, please observe high gear, you should shift down in time if the car speed the following precautions to minimise the chance of decreases, in order to keep the engine power.

  • Page 108: Fuel System

    Starting and Driving Fuel System Fuel Filler Type of Fuel Use only the recommended fuel! Serious damage to the catalytic converter will occur if the wrong fuel is used. Please use 95 RON unleaded petro Safety on the Forecourt Petroleum gases are highly inflammable and, in confined spaces, are also extremely Fuel Filler Flap explosive.

  • Page 109: Fuel Filling

    After refueling, if the engine runs unevenly, switch off and for detailed information about the use of gasoline seek qualified assistance before attempting to restart the cleaner. engine. IMPORTANT Use the gasoline cleaner approved by SAIC Motor. DO NOT add any additives unapproved by SAIC Motor in gasoline.

  • Page 110: Fuel Cut-Off Switch

    Starting and Driving Fuel Cut-off Switch Inertia switch lies in the right side of bonnet and under the windshield , which will be touched when opening bonnet. ALWAYS check for fuel leaks before resetting The switch must be reset before the engine can be started. the fuel cut-off switch.

  • Page 111: Automated Mechanical Transmission

    Starting and Driving Automated Mechanical Transmission Gear Shift Using the Automated Mechanical Transmission The following information is important - particularly for drivers who are unused to driving cars with automated mechanical transmission (AMT): • The selecting and shifting gear of the transmission is a hydraulic mechanism, therefore a creak sound for accumulator pressurization may be produced when the driver side door opens, and this is a normal...
  • Page 112 Starting and Driving Note: The numbers or letters on the message centre Buzzer will warn the user with an acoustic indicate the selected gears or modes. signal and the current gear prompts flash on the message centre, if the gear selector Gear Selector Lever Operation lever position is inconsistent with the actual engaged gear of the transmission.
  • Page 113 Starting and Driving Gear Selector Lever Position • M/A Manual/Automatic Mode • N Neutral Shift the gear of the transmission manually or automatically. When the engine has been started and the vehicle is idling for a long time (i.e., when the vehicle is waiting Moving the Gear Selector Lever to the Neutral for traffic signal lamps), select this gear.

  • Page 114: Automatic Mode

    Starting and Driving Automatic Mode If the driver depresses the acceleration pedal to move it to the neutral position, the transmission will not accept Under automatic mode, the transmission will shift between the request, and the transmission will hold its former the 5 forward gears automatically according to vehicle gear position.
  • Page 115 Starting and Driving Mode Control Switch E (Economic Mode) Under the automatic normal mode, press the mode control switch, and select the economic mode (the message centre will display 'E'). The economic mode can MODE provide optimal fuel consumption and emission. To exit economic mode, press the mode control switch and return to the automatic normal mode or move the gear selector lever from the 'G' to 'M/A' position to enable the...
  • Page 116 Starting and Driving normal mode or move the gear selector lever from the 'G' Note: Under the automatic mode, the manual to 'M/A' position to enable the manual mode. shift can be accepted and implemented only when the manual shift request is reasonable, and the W (Winter Mode) transmission will maintain its automatic mode after implementation.

  • Page 117: Manual Mode

    Starting and Driving Manual Mode if at this time there is no request for increasing the gear, the transmission will automatically upshift to the adjacent Under the automatic mode, shift the gear selector lever higher gear position to protect the engine. from 'G' to 'M/A' position to enable the manual mode.

  • Page 118: Vehicle Start

    Starting and Driving Vehicle Start When the vehicle is in creeping status, open the driver side door, and then the vehicle will abort its creeping function. Move the gear selector lever to the neutral position and After the driver side door is closed, the brake pedal is turn the ignition switch to position 2, then the message depressed and then released again, the vehicle will restore centre will display the gear position and mode of the vehicle...

  • Page 119: Reminding

    Starting and Driving and meanwhile the buzzer will sound and the present • If the driver side door is open, when the vehicle speed gear position will flash on the message centre. is close to 0 km/h and count time for 2.5 minutes, the transmission will automatically shift to neutral.

  • Page 120: Manual Transmission

    Starting and Driving Manual Transmission Precautions when driving: • When shifting between forward position and reverse Gear Lever position, make sure that the vehicle is stationary and wait for a moment, then fully depress the clutch pedal to complete the gear position change. •...

  • Page 121: Gear Shift Suggestion

    Starting and Driving Gear Shift Suggestion Maximum Permissible Speed and Engine's Corresponding Maximum Permissible Speed and Engine's Corresponding Speed - 1.5L Speed - 1.3L Maximum Engine's Maximum Engine's Permissible Speed Corresponding Permissible Speed Corresponding (km/h) Speed (rpm) (km/h) Speed (rpm) 1st gear 6400 1st gear...

  • Page 122: Brake System

    Starting and Driving Brake System Servo Assistance The braking system is servo assisted, always be aware of Foot Brake the following: For added safety, the hydraulic braking system operates • Never allow the car to freewheel with the engine turned through dual circuits.
  • Page 123 Starting and Driving Brake Pads Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Your car is equipped with Electronic Brake Force DO NOT rest your foot on the brake pedal Distribution (EBD), which, in order to maintain braking while driving; this may overheat the brakes, efficiency, distributes braking forces between front and reduce their efficiency and cause excessive rear wheels, under all load conditions.

  • Page 124: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    Starting and Driving Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) However, should the braking force exceed the available adhesion between the tyres and the road surface causing cannot overcome physical the wheels to lock (on slippery roads, for example), then limitations of stopping the car in too short ABS will automatically come into operation.

  • Page 125: Parking Brake

    Starting and Driving Parking Brake IMPORTANT DO NOT drive the vehicle when the parking ABS cannot reliably compensate the operation error brake has been pulled up, or pull up the or lack of experience of the drivers. parking brake when the vehicle is in running. This may cause the loss of control, and the ABS Warning Light ABS does not work and it may even damage...
  • Page 126 Starting and Driving To release, pull the lever up slightly, press the button (arrowed in illustration) and fully lower the lever. When parking on a steep slope, do not rely on the parking brake alone to hold the car. Note: Do not forcibly press the button to release the parking brake without pulling the lever up slightly as it may damage the release mechanism.

  • Page 127: Parking Aid

    Starting and Driving Parking Aid to the driver by sounding warning chimes. The system is only a parking assist monitoring system, and it cannot be Parking Aid (Ultrasonic Parking Ranging treated as a substitute for visual and the driver's judgment. Warning Devices) 1.2m The purpose of the parking aid is to assist the...
  • Page 128 Starting and Driving While reversing: • If an obstruction is located within the 1.2 m range of the rear parking aid sensors, the warning commences. As the car moves closer to the obstruction, the beeps are transmitted more rapidly. • If an obstacle is within the 40 cm range of the bumper, intermittent warning sounds will merge into a continuous warning tone.

  • Page 129: Load Carrying

    Starting and Driving Load Carrying accident, or emergency manoeuvre - where possible, use the seat belts to secure luggage carried on seats. Folding the Rear Seats To increase luggage space, fully lower all head restraints, DO NOT carry objects on the rear parcel press either of the release catches and fold the seat shelf - they could become dangerous backrest forward.

  • Page 131: Emergency Information

    Emergency Information 120 Hazard Warning Devices 121 Vehicle Recovery 125 Wheel Replacement 129 Emergency Starting 131 Fuse Replacement 137 Replace Lamp Bulb...

  • Page 132: Hazard Warning Devices

    Emergency Information Hazard Warning Devices Warning Triangle Hazard Warning Lights Before you stop or slow the car in an emergency, always press the hazard warning switch. All the direction indicators will flash together warn other road users when The warning triangle supplied with your car is stowed in your car is causing an obstruction or is in a hazardous the loadspace.

  • Page 133: Vehicle Recovery

    Emergency Information Vehicle Recovery Towing Eye DO NOT use a tow rope that is twisted - any untwisting force could unscrew the front towing eye. Your car is equipped with a removable towing eye, that can screw the towing eye into its mounting behind the bumper be used at the front of your vehicle.

  • Page 134: Towing For Recovery

    Emergency Information designed for towing other vehicles, and must NEVER be electrical fault, it is considered unsafe to switch the used to tow a trailer or caravan. Aid mode with vehicle ignition on, the car will need to be recovered on a rear tow hook can only be used together with soft rope trailer.
  • Page 135 Emergency Information While Being Towed: Transporter or Tractor Tether Towing range is forbidden to exceed 50 km. DO NOT use a tow rope to tow your car The towing vehicle should never exceed 50 behind another vehicle, or use tow rope to km/h.
  • Page 136 Emergency Information Position the car on the trailer and apply the handbrake. Fit wheel chocks (1) as shown, then position the anti slip rubber blocks (2) around the circumference of the tyre. Fit the lashing straps (3) around the wheels and secure to the trailer.

  • Page 137: Wheel Replacement

    Emergency Information Wheel Replacement Tool Identification Accessing the Spare Wheel and Tools 1 Wheel bolt spanner. To access the spare wheel and tools: 2 Jack 1 Use the lifting strap to raise the luggage carpet. (A) 3 Front towing eye. 2 Remove the tool tray.

  • Page 138: Changing A Wheel

    Emergency Information Changing a Wheel Before changing a wheel, ensure the front wheels are in the straight ahead position, apply the parking brake and place If a puncture occurs during driving, do not the shift lever of AMT in position N. drive on even for a very short journey.
  • Page 139 Emergency Information Positioning the Jack NEVER work beneath the car with the jack as the only means of support. The jack is designed for wheel changing only! NEVER jack the car using any jacking points other than the designated points shown. Serious damage to the car could result.
  • Page 140 Emergency Information Changing the Wheel 6 Lower the car and remove the jack, then FULLY tighten the wheel bolts in a diagonal sequence. Check spare tyre pressure regularly to avoid deflation due to long-time idleness. Always 7 Finally, return the tools to the tool tray and the wheel check tyre pressures after changing a wheel.

  • Page 141: Emergency Starting

    Emergency Information Emergency Starting Start Vehicles Make sure the two booster cables are Booster Cables connected tightly, and will not fall off suddenly from the battery terminal (e.g. Starting by pushing or pulling vehicles is when the engine is shaking); otherwise it may strictly forbidden.
  • Page 142 Emergency Information Turn off the ignition switch and all electrical equipments IMPORTANT of the two vehicles, and comply with the following It is forbidden to start any electrical equipment of the instructions: vehicle which has been started before removing the 1 Connect the two batteries' positive (+) terminals with booster cables.

  • Page 143: Fuse Replacement

    Emergency Information Fuse Replacement IMPORTANT Only replace a fuse with one of the same rating. Fuses Fuse Colour In both fuse boxes, the fuses are colour coded to identify their amperage ratings as follows: Colour Amperage Brown 5 Amp 10 Amp Blue 15 Amp Yellow...

  • Page 144: Passenger Compartment Fuse Box

    Emergency Information Passenger Compartment Fuse Box Fuse Boxes There are two fuse boxes in the vehicle: • Passenger compartment fuse box (in the lower part of instrument panel glove box). • Engine compartment fuse box (in the bonnet) The refit position and amperage of each fuse is shown on a printed label that is on the back of the fuse box cover.

  • Page 145: Fuses Specifications

    Emergency Information Checking or Replacing Fuses Fuses Specifications 1 Turn the ignition switch and all the electrical Code Specifications Function equipments off, and disconnect the negative battery Rear Wiper, Rear Wash cable. Motor 2 Clamp the end of a fuse with a plier used for removing fuses, and pull the fuse to remove.
  • Page 146 Emergency Information Code Specifications Function Code Specifications Function Interior/Map Lamps Starter Relay, BCM, AMT Position Lights RH Passenger Window Lift Reverse, Brake Pedal Switch Heated Rear Window CDL Motors Lock Driver Window Lift Heated Mirrors CDL Motors Unlock Horns Mirror Switch, BCM, Spare Instrument Pack, ICE, Sunroof Switch, Brake Switch,...

  • Page 147: Engine Compartment Fuse Box

    Emergency Information Engine Compartment Fuse Box Fuses Specifications Code Specifications Function Dipped Beam RH Post Oxygen Sensor, Cam Solenoids Dipped Beam LH Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Cooling Fan Relay, Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Relay Front Wipers The fuse box is located on the left side of the engine Pre Oxygen Sensor compartment.
  • Page 148 Emergency Information Code Specifications Function Code Specifications Function Ignition Coils, Injectors FL11 Blower Motor FL12 Dipped Beam Relay 150A Alternator FL13 Starter Motor Dipped Right Lamps, Dipped FL14 Left Lamps, Time Delay Relay, Cooling Fan Rear Fogs Lamps Passenger Compartment FL15 Position Lamp Relay Fuses 20,22,24,26...

  • Page 149: Replace Lamp Bulb

    Emergency Information Replace Lamp Bulb Lamp Bulb Specifications Lamp Bulb Specifications Power Replace Lamp Bulb Headlamp High/Low-Beam 60/55W Before replacing any lamp bulb, turn off the ignition switch and light switches, avoiding any potential short circuits. Clearance Lamp Note: Types and specifications of the replacements Front Fog Lamps shall be the same as the original bulbs.
  • Page 150 Emergency Information Trunk Lamp Bulbs The following procedures are for removing bulbs (vice versa for fitting bulbs, no more description). For other bulbs not listed which are in need of replacements, please ask professionals for help. Front Reading Lamp Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the dent bottom part of the narrow side of lens.
  • Page 151 Emergency Information License Plate Lamps 1 Remove the two screws which are used to fix license plate lamps with a crosshead screwdriver, and then remove the license plate lamps assembly. 2 Slightly rotate and remove the lamp socket from the assembly.

  • Page 153: Maintenance

    Maintenance 142 Routine Servicing 146 Bonnet 148 Bonnet 149 Engine 151 Cooling System 153 Brakes 154 Power Steering 155 Battery 157 Washer 158 Wiper 160 Tyres 163 Cleaning and Vehicle Care...

  • Page 154: Routine Servicing

    Maintenance Routine Servicing Note: If a service is not carried out (or the display is not reset), the distance indicator, having reached zero, Routine Servicing will remain at zero until it is reset. The safety, reliability and performance of your car will Service History depend partly on how well it is maintained.
  • Page 155 Maintenance Note: Coolant replacement will be an additional cost. Owner Maintenance Any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels, Emission Control or uneven tyre wear, should be reported Your car is fitted with emission and evaporative control without delay. For further information, refer equipment designed to meet specific territorial and legal to a MG Authorised Repairer.
  • Page 156 Maintenance • Brake fluid level. If you need to carry out maintenance, observe the following safety precautions at all times: • Power steering fluid level. • Keep your hands and clothing away from drive belts and • Screen washer fluid level. pulleys.
  • Page 157 Maintenance Poisonous Fluids Fluids used in motor vehicles are poisonous and should not be consumed or brought into contact with open wounds. These include: battery acid, antifreeze, brake and power steering fluid, petrol, diesel, engine oil and windscreen washer additives. For your own safety, ALWAYS read and obey all instructions printed on labels and containers.

  • Page 158: Bonnet

    Maintenance Bonnet 2 Push the lever left forward mounted on the locking platform to release the bonnet safety latch (shown Opening the Bonnet in figure B). 3 Raise the bonnet and supported with the support rod DO NOT drive when the bonnet is retained firmly.
  • Page 159 Maintenance IMPORTANT • For safety reason, the bonnet should be closed well when driving. Therefore you must check after closing the bonnet if the clocking pin is embedded fully or not, e.g. check if the bonnet edge is flushed with the car body well or not. •...

  • Page 160: Bonnet

    Maintenance Bonnet When bonnet is operating, precautions listed in ‘Safety in Garage’ should be complied with. 1 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Black Cover) 2 Oil Filler Cap (Yellow Cover) 3 Oil Level Indicator (Yellow Cover) 4 Brake Fluid Reservoir (Yellow Cover) 5 Cooling System Expansion Tank (White Cover) 6 Cooling System Pressure Sealing Cap (Silver White) 7 Washer Reservoir (Blue Cover)

  • Page 161: Engine

    Maintenance Engine Engine Oil ACEA Classification of Engine Oil European Automobile Manufacturer Association the engine oil according to their performance and quality. To ensure the optimal vehicle performance, please use the ACEA A1/B1 type engine oil recommended by MG authorized Repairer . Select the oil viscosity according to the outside temperature.

  • Page 162: Checking And Adding Oil

    Maintenance Checking and Adding Oil Check the oil level weekly and fill according to need. When checking the oil level, stop the vehicle on the flat ground When the oil level on the dipstick is above and keep the engine cold. If the engine is running and has the ‘MAX’...

  • Page 163: Oil Specifications

    Maintenance Cooling System Oil Specifications Use the engine oil recommended and authorized by SAIC. Check and Fill Coolant Refer to ‘Recommended Oil，Fluid and Volume’. Do not open the cooling system pressure seal Note: DO NOT use any oil additive unauthorized by cap when the system is hot.

  • Page 164: Coolant Specifications

    Maintenance Antifreeze ‘MIN’ mark, open the expansion tank cover, and fill coolant, and keep the level below ‘MAX’ mark. Antifreeze is poisonous. Devouring it will Note: When filling the coolant, avoid splashing of cause death. Therefore, keep the antifreeze coolant on vehicle body, because the coolant will reservoir sealed, and put it away out of damage the paint surface.

  • Page 165: Brakes

    Maintenance Brakes Brake Fluid Brake fluid is highly toxic - keep containers sealed and out of the reach of children. If accidental consumption of brake fluid suspected, seek medical attention immediately. Prevent brake fluid coming into contact with the skin or eyes. If this occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

  • Page 166: Power Steering

    Maintenance Power Steering Power Steering Fluid Check and Top Up Power steering fluid is highly toxic - keep containers sealed and out of the reach of children. If accidental consumption of fluid is suspected, seek medical attention immediately.If power steering fluid should come into contact with the skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

  • Page 167: Power Steering Fluid Specification

    Maintenance Battery Power Steering Fluid Specification Use the power steering fluid which is recommended and Battery Maintenance certified by the manufacturer. Refer to ‘Recommended Do not use on-board electrical equipments Fluids and Capacities’. for a long time when the engine is OFF, otherwise it may cause serious battery power lost and the vehicle could not be started.

  • Page 168: Replace Battery

    Maintenance Replace Battery battery indicator opening at the top of battery. Regularly check the indicator opening to inspect the battery status. Battery contains sulfuric acid, which is When the indicator opening shows: poisonous and corrosive. • green: the battery is in good condition. Only the battery of the same type and specifications with •...

  • Page 169: Washer

    Maintenance Washer Note: Do not use antifreeze or vinegar/water solvent, because antifreeze would damage the paint surface, Inspect and Fill Windshield Washer Fluid and vinegar will damage windshield washer pump. The windshield washer fluid is combustible. Washer Nozzle Do not make the windshield washer fluid touch with flame or fire.

  • Page 170: Wiper

    Maintenance Wiper Replace Wiper Blade of Windshield Wiper Blade IMPORTANT • Greases, silicon and gasoline products are prone to weaken the water-wiping effect of wiper blade. Wash wiper blades in warm soapy water, and inspect their operation condition regularly. • Wash windshield glass frequently, and try not to use wiper blade to wipe sands on windshields to avoid affecting wiper blades' water-wiping effect and reducing their life.

  • Page 171: Replace Rear Wiper Blade

    Maintenance 5 Move the wiper blade toward the wiper arm until the 2 According to the arrow in the figure, force it off the lock piece is inserted. wiper arm with two hands. 6 Put the wiper arm assembly back to the windshield, 3 Remove the wiper blades from the wiper arm and and check if the wiper blade is correctly fixed on the discard them.

  • Page 172: Tyres

    Maintenance Tyres Valves Keep the valve caps screwed down firmly - they prevent dirt Caring for Your Tyres from entering the valve. Check the valve for leaks (listen DEFECTIVE TYRES ARE DANGEROUS! for a tell-tale hissing) when you check the tyre pressure. Do NOT drive if any tyre is damaged, is Tyre Wear Indicators excessively worn, or is inflated to an incorrect...

  • Page 173: Punctured Tyres

    Maintenance Replacement Tyres producing the effect of a continuous band of rubber across the width of the tyre. DO NOT replace the wheels with wheels Note: If tyre wear is uneven (on one side of the tyre of any other type. Alternative wheels, of a only) the wheel alignment should be checked by the different specification, may adversely affect MG Authorised Repairer.

  • Page 174: Tyre Chains

    Inappropriate Tyre chains may damage your Tyres, wheels, suspension, brake system or body. Only use the Tyre chains approved by SAIC motor, consult MG Authorised Repairer for detail information. When using, pay attention to the following requirements: •...

  • Page 175: Cleaning And Vehicle Care

    Maintenance Cleaning and Vehicle Care into the paintwork. After washing, rinse the bodywork with clean water and dry off with a chamois leather. Washing Your Car Removing Tar Spots Some high pressure cleaning systems will Use tar cleaner to remove tar spots and stubborn grease penetrate door, window and sunroof seals, stains from the paintwork, then wash the area immediately and damage lock mechanisms.

  • Page 176: Polishing The Paintwork

    Maintenance Polishing the Paintwork Windscreen In particular, clean the outside of the screen with glass Occasionally treat the paint surface with an approved polish cleaner after washing the car with wash and wax products, containing the following properties: and before fitting new wiper blades. •...

  • Page 177: Cleaning The Interior

    Maintenance Cleaning the Interior Plastic Materials Clean plastic-faced materials with diluted upholstery Airbag Module Covers cleaner, then wipe with a damp cloth. DO NOT allow these areas to be flooded with Note: DO NOT polish dashboard components - these liquid and DO NOT use petrol, detergent, should remain non-reflective.

  • Page 179: Technical Data

    Technical Data 168 Technical Data Dimensions 169 Weights 170 Major Parameters of Engine 171 Recommended Fluids and Capacities 172 Wheel Alignment (Unladen Condition) 172 Wheels and Tyres 172 Tyre Pressures (Cold)

  • Page 180: Technical Data Dimensions

    Technical Data Technical Data Dimensions Item, units Parameter Item, units Parameter Overall Length A, mm 3999 Front Wheel Track, mm 1505 Overall Width B, mm 1728 Rear Wheel Track, mm 1493 Overall Height C Minimum Turning Circle 1517 10.4 (Unladen), mm Diameter, mm Wheelbase D, mm 2520...

  • Page 181: Weights

    Technical Data Weights Parameter Item, units CSA7130MC CSA7130AC CSA7153MCF CSA7153AC Person in Cab, person Unladen Vehicle Weight 1115 1125 1140 1150 (Kerb), kg Gross Vehicle Weight, kg 1490 1500 1515 1525...

  • Page 182: Major Parameters Of Engine

    Technical Data Major Parameters of Engine Parameter Item, units CSA7130MC CSA7130AC CSA7153MCF CSA7153AC Bore × Stroke, mm × mm 75×76 75×84.8 Capacity, L 1.343 1.498 Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1 Maximum Power, kw Engine Speed to Develop Maximum 6000 6000 Power, rev/min Maximum Torque, Nm Engine Speed to Develop Maximum 5000...

  • Page 183: Recommended Fluids And Capacities

    Technical Data Recommended Fluids and Capacities Capacity Name Fluid Type CSA7130MC CSA7130AC CSA7153MCF CSA7153AC Engine Oil, L A1/B1 5W-30 Engine Coolant, L Ethylene Glycol Type (OAT Type) 4.7(Add additional 0.9 to the overflow pot) Transmission Fluid, L MTF94 Brake Fluid, L DOT4 0.65–0.7 Power Steering Fluid, L...

  • Page 184: Wheel Alignment (Unladen Condition)

    Technical Data Wheel Alignment (Unladen Condition) Tyre Pressures (Cold) Item, units Parameter Tyre Unladen Camber Angle –29¢±30¢ Front Wheel 2.1 bar Castor Angle 3°26¢±30¢ Rear Wheel 2.1 bar Front Total Toe (Single) 4¢±6¢¢ King Pin Inclination (Non 12°6¢±30¢ Adjustable) Camber Angle –1°15¢±30¢...

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