GAC GA4 User manual

Foreword
Thank you for choosing the vehicle from GAC Motor Co., Ltd.（GAC Motor for short）.To better enjoy the driving pleasure provided by
your vehicle, please carefully read this User's Manual. The use instructions on the car provided in this Manual will allow you to fully understand its
operations and important notes. The proper use of the car will improve driving safety and increase service life.
The on-board Warranty Manual describes the warranty services provided by GAC MOTOR which you can enjoy, as well as regular
maintenance of your GA4 vehicle. Read this Manual thoroughly so you can understand your rights and responsibilities.
Please keep this Manual in your car for your reference.
Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.
If you have any advice or comments, welcome to call GAC MOTOR customer service hotline: [phone]. Thank
you for your support and great kindness to GAC MOTOR.Wish you a happy driving!

ReadingInstructions
Your safety, and the safety of passengers, are
very important. Therefore, operating this car safely
is an important responsibility.
To help you be familiar with relevant safety
notes, we have provided operating steps and other
instructions on signboards of the car and in this
manual. These instructions alert you to warn
potential hazards that could hurt you or passengers.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to list
all the hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your car. You must use your own good
judgment.
You will find these important safety instructions in a variety of forms, including:
● Safety Signboards— Attached to the car.
●Safety Information— Words preceded by a safety warning symbol and one of the three signal
words: "Warning", "Caution" or "Hint".
Meanings are as follows:
Instruction for important or possible personal injury.
Instruction for important or possible vehicle damage.
Instruction for potential risks that will not cause injury or damage.
●Some paragraphs in this Manual are inapplicable to all the models, and corresponding caption texts
are labeled with "*" for reference.
●Unless otherwise specially stated, vehicle directions (front, rear, left, right) herein are based on the
vehicle's driving direction.

Contents
I
1. Important Safety Precautions .................................................. 1
2. Pictorial References ................................................................ 2
2.1 Exterior .............................................................................. 2
2.2 Interior ............................................................................... 6
3. Safety Operating Instructions ................................................ 12
3.1 Safety Driving .................................................................. 12
3.1.1 General Instructions ............................................ 12
3.1.2 Correct Sitting Position of Occupants ................. 13
3.2 Seat Belt .......................................................................... 15
3.2.1 Why Wear Seat Belts .......................................... 15
3.2.2 Seat Belt ............................................................. 17
3.3 SRS System .................................................................... 21
3.3.1 SRS Indicator ..................................................... 22
3.3.2 Front Seat Frontal Airbag ................................... 23
3.3.3 Front Seat Side Airbag* ...................................... 25
3.3.4 Cases When Airbags Could Deploy .................... 27
3.3.5 Cases When Airbags Could Not Deploy ............. 28
3.4 Safety Rules for Children ................................................ 30
3.4.1 General Instructions ............................................ 30
3.4.2 Child Safety Seat ................................................ 32
3.4.3 Information about Child Safety Seat ................... 34
3.4.4 Install a Child Seat Properly ............................... 36
3.5 Dangerous Exhaust Gases ............................................. 40
3.5.1 Carbon Monoxide ............................................... 40
3.6 Safety Labels .................................................................. 41
4. Operating System and Equipment ........................................ 42
4.1 Cab ................................................................................. 42
4.1.1 Instrument Cluster .............................................. 42
4.1.2 Indicator Light..................................................... 58
4.1.3 Steering Wheel ................................................... 62
4.2 Start and Stop Vehicle .................................................... 65
4.2.1 Smart Key .......................................................... 65
4.2.2 Emergency Mechanical Key* ............................. 73
4.2.3 Central Locking System ..................................... 74
4.2.4 Door ................................................................... 79
4.2.5 Trunk Lid ............................................................ 80
4.2.6 Electric Windows ................................................ 81
4.2.7 Electric Sunroof* ................................................ 85
4.2.8 Engine Hood ...................................................... 89
4.2.9 Basic Operations of Anti-Theft on Vehicle Body 91
4.3 Lights and Visual Field .................................................... 93
4.3.1 Exterior Lights .................................................... 93
4.3.2 Interior Lights ................................................... 100
4.3.3 Windshield Wiper ............................................. 103
4.3.4 Windshields ...................................................... 106
4.3.5 Rear-View Mirror ............................................... 107

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4.3.6 Sun Visor .......................................................... 111
4.4 Seats and Storage Devices ........................................... 112
4.4.1 Importance of Adjusting Seats Properly ............ 112
4.4.2 Headrest ........................................................... 113
4.4.3 Front Seats ....................................................... 115
4.4.4 Rear Seats ........................................................ 117
4.4.5 Storage Devices ............................................... 118
4.4.6 Cigarette Lighter/Power Outlet ......................... 124
4.4.7 Trunk ................................................................ 125
4.4.8 Accessories and Modifications ......................... 127
4.5 A/C System ................................................................... 129
4.5.1 General Instructions .......................................... 129
4.5.2 Control Panel .................................................... 130
4.5.3 Air Outlets ......................................................... 139
4.6 Audio System (Radio)* .................................................. 140
4.6.1 Control Panel .................................................... 140
4.6.2 Control Buttons on the Steering Wheel* ........... 143
4.6.3 Basic Operations .............................................. 144
4.6.4 Radio ................................................................ 149
4.6.5 USB Play .......................................................... 154
4.6.6 iPod Play .......................................................... 158
4.6.7 Precautions ....................................................... 159
4.6.8 Supported Formats .......................................... 161
4.6.9 Characteristics and Specifications ................... 162
4.6.10 Pre-maintenance Inspection ............................ 163
4.7 Audio System (AVN)* ................................................... 165
4.7.1 Control Panel ................................................... 165
4.7.2 Control Buttons on the Steering Wheel ............ 167
4.7.3 Basic Operations .............................................. 169
4.7.4 Radio ................................................................ 173
4.7.5 USB Play .......................................................... 177
4.7.6 iPod Play .......................................................... 184
4.7.7 Bluetooth .......................................................... 185
4.7.8 System Setting ................................................. 191
4.7.9 Car Setting ....................................................... 197
4.7.10 Supported Formats .......................................... 201
4.7.11 Precautions for Use of USB ............................. 205
4.7.12 Precautions for Product Use ............................ 207
4.7.13 Guide on Elimination of Common Faults .......... 208
5. Driving Directions ................................................................ 209
5.1 Starting and Driving ....................................................... 209
5.1.1 Ignition Switch* ................................................. 209
5.1.2 Start Switch* ..................................................... 210
5.1.3 Engine Start ...................................................... 212
5.1.4 Engine Shutdown.............................................. 214
5.1.5 Gear and Driving Instructions ........................... 216
5.1.6 Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) System* .......... 225
5.1.7 Mechanical Parking Brake System* .................. 231

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5.2 Service Electronic Brake System .................................. 232
5.2.1 Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) ...................... 232
5.2.2 Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System (EBD)
.......................................................................... 235
5.2.3 Electronic Stability Program (ESP)* .................. 236
5.2.4 Traction Control System (TCS)* ....................... 239
5.2.5 Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)* .......................... 240
5.2.6 Hill Hold Control (HHC)* ................................... 241
5.3 Driver Assistance System ............................................. 242
5.3.1 Cruise Control System* .................................... 242
5.3.2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System* .................... 245
5.4 Reversing Assist System ............................................... 247
5.4.1 Reversing Radar System .................................. 247
5.4.2 Reversing Rear-view System* .......................... 250
5.4.3 Panorama Parking System* ............................. 253
5.5 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ......................... 256
5.6 Driving Skills ................................................................. 257
5.6.1 Safety Check for Driving .................................. 257
5.6.2 Driving during Running-in Period ..................... 258
5.6.3 Important Tips for Driving under Different
Conditions ........................................................ 260
5.6.4 Efficient Use of the Car .................................... 262
5.6.5 Fire Prevention ................................................. 263
6. Usage and Maintenance ..................................................... 264
6.1 Maintenance Instructions .............................................. 264
6.2 Interior Maintenance ..................................................... 265
6.3 Exterior Maintenance .................................................... 267
6.4 Checking and Adding Fluids ......................................... 272
6.4.1 Fuel Oil ............................................................. 272
6.4.2 Engine Oil ........................................................ 274
6.4.3 Coolant ............................................................. 279
6.4.4 Windshield Washing Liquid and Wiper Blade ... 283
6.4.5 Brake Fluid ....................................................... 285
6.4.6 Battery .............................................................. 288
6.5 A/C Filter ....................................................................... 291
6.6 Replacing Bulbs ............................................................ 294
6.7 Wheels .......................................................................... 312
6.8 Tire Chain ..................................................................... 319
6.9 Maintenance Instructions for Car Body Anti-Theft ......... 320
7. Technical Data ..................................................................... 321
7.1 Vehicle Identification Numbers ...................................... 321
7.2 Vehicle Parameters ....................................................... 323
7.3 Vehicle Parameters ....................................................... 324
7.4 Vehicle Parameters ....................................................... 328
8. Handling of Accident ............................................................ 332
8.1 Vehicle Tools and Spare Tire ........................................ 332
8.2 Usage of Warning Triangle ............................................ 334

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8.3 Usage of Reflective Vest ............................................... 335
8.4 Replacing the Flat Tire .................................................. 336
8.5 Fuse .............................................................................. 340
8.5.1 Fuses in the Instrument Panel Fuse Box ......... 342
8.5.2 Fuse in Engine Compartment Fuse Box .......... 345
8.6 Emergency Start ........................................................... 348
8.7 Emergency Towing .......................................................350
9. Environmental Protection Information .................................355
9.1 Environmental Protection Information No. .................... 355
9.2. Environmental Protection Information ........................... 357

1. Important Safety Precautions
1
The following safety precautions describe the safety features and correct
use of the vehicle. We think all of them are very important.
◆Be sure to wear the seat belt
In all types of crashes, seat belts are protective devices that perform best.
Air bags are designed to enhance safety provided by seat belts rather than take
the place of seat belts. Thus even if the car is equipped with air bags, make
sure that you and other occupants always correctly wear seat belts.
◆Protect all children
Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat. They
shall be correctly restrained in the second-row seats. For infants and babies,
child safety seats shall be used. For older children, both child safety seats and
three-point seat belts shall be used.
◆Note that air bag may cause danger
Air bags can save lives. However, deployment of air bags could result in
serious or fatal injury to the occupant too close to them or improperly restrained.
Air bags present greatest threats to infants, babies, and short adults. Therefore,
be sure to observe all instructions and warnings contained in this Manual.
◆Never drive after drinking alcohol
Never drive after drinking alcohol. Even drinking a little alcohol can
suppress capability of dealing with changing situations, besides, it takes longer
time for doing so. Never drive after drinking alcohol. Do not let your friends drive
after drinking alcohol either.
◆Observe road traffic safety regulations and be polite while driving.
◆Pay due attention to driving safety
Making calls or doing other things while driving could cause you to pay no
attention to road conditions, other vehicles and pedestrians. This could result in
accidents. Keep in mind that avoid distraction while driving.
◆Control the vehicle speed
Vehicle speed being too fast is one of the main causes for injury and death
in crashes. Generally, the faster the vehicle speed, the greater the risk.
Nonetheless, sometimes accidents with relatively slow vehicle speeds can also
lead to serious injury or death. Regardless of the highest speed permitted by
the regulation, never drive faster than the permission by actual road conditions
for safety purpose.
◆Keep the vehicle at a safe status
Tire burst or mechanical fault can be very dangerous. To reduce possibility
of these problems, check tire pressures and conditions from time to time, and
have the vehicle serviced periodically according to the Warranty Manual.

2. Pictorial References
2
2.1 Exterior
1. Replace front windshield wiper =>Refer to Page 346
2. The front combination light consists of:
Low Beam
High beam
Front position light
Daytime Running Light*
Front turn signal light
– Turn on the light =>Refer to Page 94
–Replace the bulb =>Refer to Page 356
– Front combination light bulb specifications =>Refer to
Page 392

2. Pictorial References
3
1. Front towing =>Refer to Page 412
2. Front fog light* =>Refer to Page 98
Bulb specifications* =>Refer to Page 392
Replace the bulb* =>Refer to Page 356
3. Wheels =>Refer to Page 374
4. Exterior rear-view mirror =>Refer to Page 109
– Rear-view mirror side turn signal =>Refer to Page 94
Bulb specifications =>Refer to Page 390
Replace the bulb =>Refer to Page 356
–Guest greeting light* =>Refer to Page 100
Bulb specifications* =>Refer to Page 392
5. Keyless entry* =>Refer to Page 69
– Vehicle door lock hole =>Refer to Page 78

2. Pictorial References
4
1. The rear combination light consists of:
Rear position light
Brake Light
Rear turn signal light
Reversing light
Rear fog light (left only)
– Replace the bulb =>Refer to Page 356
– Rear combination light specifications =>Refer to Page
392
– Trunk lid release button* =>Refer to Page 81
2. High brake light
–Bulb specifications =>Refer to Page 392
–Replace the bulb =>Refer to Page 356
3. Fuel tank lid =>Refer to Page 334
4. Rear towing =>Refer to Page 413
5. Number plate light
–Bulb specifications =>Refer to Page 392
– Replace the bulb =>Refer to Page 356

2. Pictorial References
5
FER
1. Coolant expansion tank =>Refer to Page 341
2. Engine oil filler cap =>Refer to Page 338
3. Brake fluid tank =>Refer to Page 347
4. Battery =>Refer to Page 350
5. Front engine compartment fuse box =>Refer to Page
402
6. Engine oil dipstick =>Refer to Page 337
7. Windshield washing liquid storage tank =>Refer to Page
345

2. Pictorial References
6
2.2 Interior
1. Sun visor => Refer to Page 112
2. Front roof lights =>Refer to Page 101
– Electric sunroof switch* =>Refer to Page 86
– Glasses case => Refer to Page 123
3. Automatic anti-glare interior rear-view mirror* => Refer to
Page 108
– Manual anti-glare interior rear-view mirror* => Refer to
Page 109

2. Pictorial References
7
1. Door latch and door inner handle =>Refer to Page 76
2. Air outlets =>Refer to Page 145
3. Steering wheel => Refer to Page 63
4. Control panel of audio system:
–Audio System (AVN)* => Refer to Page 171
–Audio System (Radio)* => Refer to Page 146
5. Handle of glove box =>Refer to Page 123
6. Passenger side electric window button =>Refer to Page
83
7. Control panel of air conditioning system =>Refer to Page
136
–Hazard warning light switch => Refer to Page 99
8. Accelerator pedal
9. Brake pedal
10. Clutch pedal
11. Engine hood open handle => Refer to Page 90

2. Pictorial References
8
1. Steering wheel button (left) =>Refer to Page 64
2. Instrument Cluster => Refer to Page 43
–Indicator light =>Refer to Page 59
3. Steering wheel button (right) =>Refer to Page 64
4. Start switch *=>Refer to Page 272
5. Audio system display screen
–Audio System (AVN)* => Refer to Page 171
–Audio System (Radio)* => Refer to Page 146
6. Front passenger front airbag => Refer to Page 23
7. Ignition Switch* => Refer to Page 271
8. Driver front airbag =>Refer to Page 23
–Horn button on steering wheel =>Refer to Page 65
9. Storage shelf for lower panel in the cab =>Refer to Page
121
–Instrument panel fuse box => Refer to Page 402

2. Pictorial References
9
1. Left instrument switch group:
–ESP OFF button*=>Refer to Page 298
–Headlight height manual adjustment knob=> Refer to
Page 98
–Panorama parking system button*=> Refer to Page 315
2. Light combination switch =>Refer to Page 94
3. Wiper combination switch =>Refer to Page 104
4. Steering wheel locking handle => Refer to Page 63
5. Handle of fuel tank cap=> Refer to Page 334
–Trunk lid release handle => Refer to Page 81
6. Electric window button on the driver's side => Refer to
Page 82
–Central locking button =>Refer to Page 77
– Exterior rear-view mirror adjusting button => Refer to
Page 109

2. Pictorial References
10
1. Cigarette lighter/power outlet =>Refer to Page 127
–Jack socket for USB => Refer to Page 124
–Mobile phone wireless charging button and area* =>
Refer to Page 128
2. Manual transmission shift lever* => Refer to Page 284
3. Mechanical parking brake handle* => Refer to Page 293

2. Pictorial References
11
1. Transmission shift lever* => Refer to Page 278
2. Driving mode button* => Refer to Page 281
3. EPB system button*=> Refer to Page 287

3. Safety Operating Instructions
12
3.1 Safety Driving
3.1.1 General Instructions
This section describes important information,
operating essentials, recommendations and safety
precautions for safety driving. For your safety and
the safety of your passengers, please read it
carefully and observe the relevant regulations.
Warning
Keep this User’s Manual in your car. Please
make sure the Manual stays with the vehicle if
you lend or sell it to the next owner. It is an
integral part of the vehicle.
You should do the following inspections
before driving your vehicle:
– Make sure that all car lights are under
normal working condition.
– Ensure sufficient fuel level.
–Ensure sufficient coolant level.
– Ensure sufficient brake fluid level.
–Ensure normal engine oil level.
– Ensure sufficient windshield washer fluid
level.
–Make sure that tire pressure is under
normal condition.
–Make sure all windows are clean and
unobstructed.
– Make sure that no items obstruct the
pedal movement in the footwell.
– Adjust the seats, headrest and rear view
mirrors according to height and body type.
– Make sure the child is protected with
suitable child seat and properly worn the
seat belt.
– Wear your seat belt correctly. Check that
your passengers have fastened their seat
belts.
Warning
Please observe the following precautions
when installing the driver's foot mat. Otherwise,
the foot mat may slide during driving and
hinder the driver's operation of the pedal,
which may cause accident.
Caution
•Do not let yourself be distracted from driving
because of external factors.
•Do not drive your vehicle when your reaction
capacity weakens. Medicines, alcohol, drugs
and other will impair your reaction capacity.
•Follow the traffic laws and speed limits strictly.
•Never use two or more foot mats
simultaneously.
•Never bottom up the foot mat or place it
back to front.

3. Safety Operating Instructions
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3.1.2 Correct Sitting Position of Occupants
Correct Sitting Position of the Driver
Correct driving position has a direct influence
on driving safety and fatigue.
For the safety of yourself and the passengers,
to reduce the risk of accidental injuries and deaths,
the driver is recommended to do the following
operation:
– Sit upright and make sure the back contacts
with the seat back as much as possible.
– Adjust the driver's seat forward or backward,
so that you can effectively operate all pedals
with legs bent slightly.
– Adjust the steering wheel until it faces your
chest to ensure that the distance between
steering wheel and your chest is not less than
25cm.
– Adjust the seat backrest to proper position, so
that your back can fully contact with the seat
backrest.
– Lock the headrest and make its center flush
with the upper part of the ear.
– Wear the seat belt correctly. => Refer to Page
18
Warning
• Carefully adjust the seat to ensure the seat
causes no injuries of other passengers
when moving the seat.
• Your hands should always hold the
steering wheel outside edge (at the 9
o'clock and 3 o'clock positions) to ensure
you can see all instruments and indicator
lights on the instrument cluster.
• Never adjust the driver's seat during
driving. Otherwise, the car may be out of
control.
•Never stretch the fingers or other body
parts under the seat. Otherwise, they may
be pinched by the seat.
• Never place any objects under the front
seats. Otherwise, these objects may be
jammed between the seat and guide rail,
hindering from locking the seat and
causing an accident.

3. Safety Operating Instructions
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Correct Sitting Position of Front Passenger
To ensure the safety of front passenger and
reduce the risk of accidental injury and death, front
passenger should do the following operations:
– The front passenger should adjust the seat as
far as possible, leave suitable distance
between his/her chest and the instrument
panel, so as to get the most safety protection
when airbag is triggered.
– Adjust the headrest properly.
–Adjust the seat backrest to proper position, so
that your back can fully contact with the seat
backrest.
– Wear the seat belt correctly. => Refer to Page
18
– Keep feet in the footwell in front of the front
seat.
Warning
• If the front passenger sits too close to the
instrument panel, he/ she cannot get
effective protection from airbags.
• While driving, do not allow the front
passenger to put his/her feet on the
instrument panel, outside the window or on
the seat. But always keep his/her feet in the
footwell. Otherwise, he/she can be injured
easily during emergency braking or in a
crash.
• While driving, do not recline the backrest
too far. Wear the seat belt correctly and
keep correct sitting position to avoid injury
caused by emergency braking.
Correct Sitting Position of Rear Passengers
To ensure the safety of rear seat passengers
and reduce the risk of accidental injuries and
deaths, rear seat passengers should do the
following matters:
– Adjust the headrest properly.
– Sit upright and make sure the back contacts
with seat back as much as possible.
– Keep feet in the footwell in front of the rear
seat.
–Wear the seat belt correctly. => Refer to Page
18
– Whenever an infant or child rides in your car,
be sure to use suitable child safety seat to
protect the infant or child in accordance with
the relevant provisions. => Refer to Page 33
Warning
Sitting improperly or wearing the seat belts
improperly can increase the chance of injury
during an accident.