Market Segment:
        
        
            Subcompact city car, economy segment
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Budget-conscious urban commuters, first-time car buyers
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Hyundai Getz, Kia Picanto, Suzuki Alto, other small city cars from various manufacturers
        
     
    
    
        
            Vehicle Philosophy:
        
        
            Affordability, maneuverability, compact size for urban environments
        
     
    
        
            Manual Value Proposition:
        
        
            Empowers owners and independent mechanics with comprehensive technical data for effective maintenance and repair
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Mechanical:
        
        
            Engine assembly, disassembly, cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, camshaft, lubrication system, cooling system
        
     
    
        
            Engine Management:
        
        
            Fuel system (injection/carburetion), ignition system, emission control system, engine control unit (ECU) diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Manual and Automatic transmission overhaul, clutch system, gear shifting mechanisms
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Front-wheel drive system, axles, differentials
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front suspension (MacPherson struts), rear suspension (torsion beam), shock absorbers, springs, alignment
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Steering rack, power steering system (if equipped), steering column
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, hydraulic system, ABS (if equipped), parking brake
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Battery, charging system (alternator), starting system, lighting, instrumentation, horn, wipers, power windows
        
     
    
        
            Body And Chassis:
        
        
            Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, interior trim, chassis components, corrosion protection
        
     
    
        
            Heating And Air Conditioning:
        
        
            HVAC system components, refrigerant handling, diagnosis
        
     
    
        
            Safety Systems:
        
        
            Airbag system (SRS), seatbelt mechanisms
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance Procedures:
        
        
            Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Procedures:
        
        
            Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnostics, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) interpretation (OBD-II if applicable)
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-step disassembly and reassembly instructions for all major components
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Wiring diagrams, circuit testing procedures, component testing
        
     
    
        
            Collision Repair:
        
        
            Body repair techniques, panel replacement, frame straightening principles
        
     
    
        
            Painting And Detailing:
        
        
            Surface preparation, paint application, finishing techniques
        
     
    
    
        
            Diagnostic Capabilities:
        
        
            Advanced diagnostics, including component testing and signal tracing
        
     
    
        
            Rebuild Procedures:
        
        
            Complete engine and transmission rebuild instructions with specifications
        
     
    
        
            Diagrams And Illustrations:
        
        
            Detailed exploded views, wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly illustrations
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Family:
        
        
            Chery ACTECO series (likely variations based on earlier designs)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Inline 4-cylinder, gasoline
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            1.1 Liter (1100 cc)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            Approx. 71.0 mm x 69.0 mm (typical for this class)
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            Approx. 9.5:1 - 10.5:1 (typical)
        
     
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            Approx. 65 - 70 HP @ 6000 RPM
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            Approx. 90 - 95 Nm @ 3500-4500 RPM
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) or Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded gasoline
        
     
    
        
            Emissions Control:
        
        
            Catalytic converter, Oxygen sensors (O2 sensors)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 5,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first (typical for this class and era).
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000-20,000 km
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Every 30,000-40,000 km (depending on plug type)
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            Every 60,000-80,000 km or 4-5 years (if belt driven, crucial to check)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            API SJ/SL or higher, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (verify in manual for specific engine variant)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant (typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Manual:
        
        
            GL-4 gear oil, SAE 75W-90 (verify in manual)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Dexron III or equivalent ATF (verify in manual)
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Issues General:
        
        
            Electrical system gremlins, suspension wear (bushings, ball joints), occasional engine performance inconsistencies, potential for rust on older models.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issues Engine:
        
        
            Carbon buildup in combustion chambers, potential for gasket leaks, ignition coil failures.
        
     
    
        
            Common Issues Transmission:
        
        
            Wear in synchronizers (manual), occasional harsh shifting (automatic).
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand Origin:
        
        
            Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., China
        
     
    
    
        
            Model Introduction:
        
        
            Launched in the mid-2000s, building upon the success and platform of the original Chery QQ.
        
     
    
        
            Design Inspiration:
        
        
            Heavily influenced by the Daewoo Matiz/Chevrolet Spark, with Chery developing its own version and subsequent updates.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Locations:
        
        
            Primarily China, with potential for assembly in other countries through joint ventures or CKD kits.