Self-Maintenance; Precautions On Self-Maintenance - BYD S6 Owner's Manual

Precautions on

Self-maintenance

In case of self maintenance, you
must follow the correct procedures
in this section.
This Chapter only explains
maintenance operations which can
easily be carried out by yourself.
However, some items must still be
performed at a BYD service station.
During operation, you must pay special
attention to avoiding accidental injuries.
You are required to follow the special
preventive measures below.
Tips
 When the engine is running, you
must keep your body, clothes and
tools away from the running fans
and drive belt of the engine, and
remove items such as rings,
watches and neckties.
 Immediately after driving, some
components in the engine
compartment will be very hot, so
observe caution and do not touch
them.
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 If the engine is hot, do not remove
the radiator cap to prevent
burning yourself.
 Do not leave anything that may
burn easily, such as paper or
rags, in the engine compartment.
 Be sure that the power is off if you
work near the electric cooling fan or
radiator grille. With the power on,
the electric cooling fan will
automatically start to run if the
engine coolant temperature is high
or the air conditioning is turned on.
 Do not smoke for fear of causing
a fire around the fuel tank or the
battery.
 Be sure to handle the battery with
special care, as it contains
corrosive sulphuric acid.
 Do not go under your vehicle with
only the body jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack stands
or other solid supports if you have
to work under your vehicle.
 Use goggles whenever you work
on or under your vehicle to
prevent injury.
 Since the brake fluid is harmful to
eyes and paint surface, be careful
when refilling. If the brake fluid
comes into contact with your skin,
rinse with soap water. If the brake
fluid comes into contact with your
eyes, wash your eyes at once,
and seek medical advice
immediately.
 Window cleaner, steering fluid
and brake fluid are flammable,
keep them away from sparks and
naked flames.
 The battery and ignition coils bear
high current or high voltage.
Protect their terminals to avoid
shorting.
 If the coolant or brake fluid
overflows, rinse with water to
avoid damaging the components
or paint finish.
 Do not drop anything into the
spark plug hole.
 You can only use the specified
spark plug. Using another spark
plug may damage the engine or
generate electromagnetic
interference.