2008 GREAT WALL FLORID tire pressure

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Chassis' Main Assembly Technical Parameters (Continued)
ItemSpecifications
Wheel and
tire
Wheel specificationsStandard 15 × 6J rim, offset distance: 40 mm
Tire specificationsStandard tire selection 185/65 R15 88H
Spare tire
specificationsSpare tire 185/65 R15 88H, T125/70R16 96M J16 × 4T
Steering
system
Steering gearRack and pinion hydraulic power steering gear, with drive ratio of 19.03,
power steering pump rate of flow is 6.7-8.9 L/min
Steering columnSafe, energy absorbing, angle-adjustable steering column, with an adjustable
range of 3.6°.
Steering wheelA three stage softening type with airbag, diameter of 370 mm, and maximum
steering circle number of 3.08.
Main technical
parameters
Front wheel camber/rear wheel camber-0° 43′ ± 30′ /-0° 43' ± 30'
Kingpin angle+10°21′ ± 30′
Kingpin caster+1°49′ ± 30′
Front wheel toe-in/rear wheel toe-in-0° 01′ ± 15′ /+0° 14' ± 15'
Inside wheel steering angle (°)32°-37°
Outer wheel steering angle (°)28°-30°
Steering wheel rotation number (n)3.08
Steering system angle ratio (i0ω)19.03
Brake
system
Service brake type
The service brake system adopts a hydraulic vacuum power-assisted type.
The front/rear brakes are disc and drum brakes respectively. The front brake
uses a ventilated disc, and the brake pedal is a suspended pedal with vacuum
booster. Brake line is in a dual-circuit diagonal (X type) arrangement,
adopting a ABS + EBD anti-lock and braking force distribution system.
Service brake booster
and master cylinder
Single stage Φ9inch vacuum booster, series dual-chamber brake master
cylinder, cylinder bore Φ22.22 mm, stroke 32 mm
Brake reservoirShares with the clutch master cylinder reservoir and installed with a brake
fluid level alarm.
Brake pedal strokeFree play: 6-9 mm, working stroke: 37-40 mm.
Brake pedal pressure<380 N (no load) <480 N (full load)
Parking brake
The parking brake system uses a mechanical remote ratchet cable control
mechanism to control the rear wheel drum brake. Brake lever's functional
stroke is 5-8 gearteeth.
Brake parameters
Front wheelFloating caliper disc brake
Wheel cylinder
diameterΦ54 mm
Brake disc
diameterΦ255 mm
Rear wheelLeading trailing shoe drum
brake
Wheel cylinder
diameterΦ19.05 mm
Drum brake
diameterΦ200 mm

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Fuel Tank Removal
Special note: When maintenance of the fuel supply
system requires removal of the fuel line, the pressure
of the fuel system should first be released, so as to
avoid the spraying of high-pressure fuel.
1. Pull out the electrical connector of the fuel pump on the
top of the fuel tank.
2. Pull out the quick connectors of fuel filler hose II and
the inlet rigid pipe, as well as desorption hose I and
the desorption rigid pipe. Afterwards, use a cotton cloth
to block the mouthpiece to avoid the spraying of high-
pressure fuel.
3. Remove the fuel filler pipe connecting hose, air pipe,
and air return hose (two attachment clips and one
clamp) at the rear of the fuel tank.
4. Use specified torque of 26±3 N·m to remove the four
bolts and the strengthening cushion.
Fuel Pump and Charcoal Canister Removal
1. Assembly removal
(a) Remove the pipeline connected to the fuel pump.
(b) Clean any accumulated dirt from the flange of the fuel
pump.
(c) Starting diagonally, use a wrench to successively
remove the small bolts on the install panel of the fuel
pump in diagnostic mode.
(d) Pay careful attention not to damage the fuel level
sensor when taking the assembly out from the fuel
tank.
2. Assembly installation
(a) Carefully install the fuel pump and charcoal canister
assembly, as well as the oil level sensor, ensuring they
will not be damaged.
(b) Ensure that the port of the pipeline between the fuel
pump and charcoal canister is correct.
(c) Install the weatherstrip and install panel using specified
torque of 3-4 N·m to tighten the bolts.
Fuel Filter Removal
1. Pull out the two quick connectors which connect to the
fuel filter.
2. Loosen the bolts on the fuel filter mounting bracket in
order to take out the filter. The entire filter should be
replaced.
Air return hose
Fuel filler pipe connecting hose
Fuel filler pipe assembly
Q1461025Q67639
Q673B20
Q67639
Q673B20
Fuel filler hose I1400616F3
Fuel filter mounting bracket assembly
Fuel filterFuel filler hose II
1400616F3
Desorption hose II
Fuel filler hose II
Fuel filler hose I
Charcoalcanister
Fuel pump and oil level sensor assembly
Q1400508F3
Strengthening cushion
Heat shield front install buckle
Fuel tank heat shield assembly
Heat shield rear install buckle
Fuel tank assembly
Q1400835FD(Q402)

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Suspension System Technical Parameters
Main technical parameters
Suspension type and
composition
Front suspension typeMcPherson independent suspension
Front suspension componentsCoil spring, hydraulic telescopic shock absorber, stabilizer bar, lower swing
arm
Rear suspension typeCompound trailing arm semi-independent suspension
Rear suspension componentsCoil spring, hydraulic cylinder damper, & twist beam welded components
Wheel positional
parameters
(no load)
Front wheel camber-0° 43′ ±30′
Front wheel kingpin angle+10° 21′ ±30′
Front wheel kingpin caster+1° 49′ ±30′
Front wheel toe-in-0° 01′ ±15′
Rear wheel camber-0° 43′ ±30′
Rear wheel toe-in+0° 14′ ±15′
Wheel and tire parameters
Tire specifications: 15 × 6J (For 185/65R15 tires), 16 × 4T (For T125/70R16 tires)
Tire specification: 185/65 R15 88H
Spare tire specification: T125/70R16 96M
Tire pressure must be gauged when the tire is cool: Tire inflation pressure: 200±10 KPa
Spare tir e inflation pressure: 420±10 KPa
Tightening torque
PartCodeAssembly locations for
standard components
Tightening
torque
(N·m)
QuantityGlueGrade
Front
suspen-
sion
Q1861455TF2
(M14×1.5) + Q402
(d2=32 t=5) FD
Subframe & vehicle body (rear)145±15 2Red glue10.9
Q1861275TF2
(M12×1.25) + Q402
(d2=32) FD
Subframe & vehicle body (front)120±102Red glue10.9
Q1401020 (M10×1.25) FDSubframe strut bar mounting bolt49±54Red glue10.9
2904011-S08Swing arm & steering knuckle98±102Red glue
Q1401495 (t=4)
(M14×1.5) FDSwing arm & subframe (front)180±102Red glue10.9
Q1401280 (M12×1.25) FDSwing arm & subframe (rear)120±102Red glue10.9
2904013-S08Swing arm & subframe (rear)/2
2905011-S08Front shock upper assembly loca-
tion40±56
Q32014 (M14×1.5) FDFront shock lower assembly loca-
tion132±104Red glue10.9
Q1400830 (d2=13.5)F r o n t s t a b i l i z e r b a r m o u n t i n g
bracket37±44Red glue
Q32608Front stabilizer bar hanger rod16±24
Rear sus-
pension
Q151B12110TF2+Q402
(d2=35 t=5) FDTwist beam & vehicle body80±102Red glue10.9 grade
with guide
Q32012T13F2
(M12×1.25) FDRear shock absorber & twist beam120±102Red glue10 grade
Q341C10Rear shock absorber & vehicle
body64±54
Wheel3101014-K00Wheel nut (M12×1.25)110±1016
Q30612FD (M12×1.25)Wheel nut cone nut110±1016

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Wheel and Tire
Tire
Remark
This vehicle's tire is of the tubeless type. The optimal design condition is met when the inflation pressure is at
the recommended value, and the tire is under full load. Maintaining suitable tire pressure and proper driving
habits greatly influence the tire's use life. For the vehicle, it improves riding comfort, stability, and handling. For
the tire, it reduces tread wear, damage to the tire and extends tire life. Overloading, speeding, and unnecessary
emergency braking will all add to the tire's wear and tear.
Tire pressure measurements should be taken under normal temperature. If the tire pressure rises due to motion
generated heat when driving, cooling it will return to the normal temperature. Therefore, do not deflate the tire
when the air pressure has risen to this point. The tire's air pressure will naturally and slowly decrease when used
under normal conditions. Hence please inspect the air pressure regularly (suggested once a month). The spare
tire should be kept in a useable condition at all times.
Inspect the tire pressure when it is cool monthly or before a long drive. Adjust the tire pressure to the recom-
mended level. The air pressure will normally rise because the tire warms up due to movement. Therefore, after
driving, you absolutely must not deflate or reduce the tire's air pressure, as deflating could reduce the cool tire's
air pressure.
Tire inflation
During a new tire's initial stage of use, warning due to bending motions will cause the tire to swell, and thus
reduce the corresponding air pressure. After 24 hours or 2000-3000 km worth of drive, charge the air pressure.
After inflating, check if the air nozzle core is leaking air with soapy \
water, then lock on the cap.
Possible problems caused by tire pressure
Exceeding the recommended air
pressure
Below the recommended air pressureSame vehicle axle, different
air pressure
Possible problems it
can create
1. Bumpy ride
2. The tear or rupturing of the tire
3. Rapid wear of the tire tread's center
1. Noisy turns
2. Uneasy turns
3. Tread edge wear is accelerated and uneven
4. The tire's rim is damaged or ruptured
5. The tire cord ruptures
6. High tire temperature
7. Steering failure
8. Large oil consumption
1. Uneven braking
2. Over steering
3. Steering failure
4. Deviation while accelerating
Tire and wheel (steel wheel) installation instructions
When installing the tire and wheel, the tire's radial hardware components, also called "high spot", should be at
the same level of the wheel's minimum radius or so called "low spot".
The "high spot" of the tire is initially marked by the paint spot on the side of the tire's surface. This paint will
eventually be washed away.
The "low spot" of the wheel is initially marked by a paint spot on the wheel flange. Whenever the tire is
removed from the wheel, the tire and wheel need re-balancing to make sure the vehicle runs smoothly. If no
paint spot is found on the tire, draw a line on the tire and the wheel before they are removed, in order to make
sure that the tire and the wheel will be re-assembled at the same place.\

Tire replacement
When a tire needs to be replaced, make sure to use a tire with the same specification as the original one. A new
tire used for replacement must be of the same dimension, load area, and structure as the original one. Using tires
that are different in dimension or type will influence the vehicle's riding comfort, handling, speedometer and
odometer calibration, vehicle ground clearance, and the clearance between the tire or the tire's snow chain and
the vehicle body or chassis.
It is suggested to use a new pair of tires on the same axle. If only one tire is needed to be replaced, make sure to
use a tire with a tread most similar to the original, so as to keep brak\
e power and traction balanced.
Warning: Do not mix radial tires, bias tires, bias belted tires, etc., which are of different structure on the
same vehicle unless it is an emergency. Mixing different tires would seriously influence the vehicle's
handling and stability, and even possibly lead to losing control of the vehicle.

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Vehicle road test methods
1. Drive the vehicle and find out if the swaying is coming from the front tires or the back tires. Then replace the
identified problem tire with a good tire (one that has been tested on t\
he same model of vehicle).
2. If unable to determine the problem tire, replace the rear wheels. Continue with the road test. If the driving
condition obviously changes, replace the original tires, and only switch one at a time until the problem tire is
identified.
3. If no obvious improvement, replace all four tires with good tires, and then replace the original tires one by
one following the steps mentioned above.
Tire's abnormal wear and tear
Tire's abnormal wear and tear includes uneven and excessive
w e a r o f t h e t i r e . T h e r e a r e m a n y c a u s e s f o r t h i s . F o r
example, improper tire pressure, tire rotation has not been
timely maintained, bad driving habits, abnormal front wheel
location, etc.
Change the tires when the below situations happen:
1. When the extents of wear and tear of the front and rear
tires are different.
2. When any of the tire's tread has uneven wear and tear.
3. When the extents of the wear and tear of the left and right
front tires are different.
4. When the extents of wear and tear of the left and right rear
wheels are different.
5. When the groove of the tire tread wear appears abnormal
and the tire's contact area starts to flatten.
Inspect the front wheel alignment when the following
situations occur:
1. When the extents of the wear and tear of the left and right
front tires are different.
2. When any of the tire's tread has uneven wear and tear.
3. When the tread pattern strip or pattern block of a front
tire's single side is badly worn.
[A]
[B]
[A]: Steering problems, air pressure not sufficient, or tire rotation has not been timely maintained. [B]: Abnormal front wheel alignment, tire or wheel structure is not the same.
Radial tire sway
Here the sway means the vehicle's front or rear part shakes
from side to side, together or individually. Tire sway is
caused by the steel wire belt inside the tire not being straight.
The sway is the most obvious when the vehicle runs at the
speed of 8-48 km/h.
Road tests can help finding malfunctioning tires. If the
malfunction is with the rear tires, then left and right shaking
or "swaying" would take place at the back of the vehicle.
Here the driver of the vehicle would feel as if someone were
pushing from one side of the vehicle.
If the malfunction is with the front tires, swaying would be
even more obvious. The metal plate in the front may seem
moving back and forth, and the driver feels as if he/she were
at the vehicle's center of rotation.
Wear marks
There are several tread wear marks (refer to location A in the
diagram shown on the left) inside of the tire's pattern groove.
These marks indicate that the tire has been worn to the point
of replacing.
Before the tire's usage limit, indicated by the remaining
pattern's depth, reaches 1.6 mm (and its main pattern groove
bottom protrudes to the same level), for your safety, please
replace the tire.
When serious eccentric wear leads to the partial protrusion
of the cord fabric level, or outside objects damage the tire to
a depth that reaches the cord fabric level or steel band level,
stop using the tire.
A

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Deviation judging methods
"Deviation" means that, when no one is in control of the steering, the vehicle does not move in a straight line
while driving on a straight and leveled surface.
Deviation causes:
• Incorrect tire and front wheel alignment,
• Braking force is not even,
• Tire structure problems.
Tire production and manufacturing methods can also lead to vehicle deviation. For example, the arrangement of
the tires inner steel wire belt. A steel wire belt which is inside the radial tire deviating from the tires centerline
can create lateral force when the tires are rolling in a straight line. If one of the tire's diameter is larger than the
other, the tire will tend to roll to that side, this also creates lateral force (a tapering effect) leading to vehicle
deviation. When the front wheel alignment is found to be correct and in proper order, the above process is also
applicable in judging tire deviation. Rear tires cannot cause deviation.\

After solving, if working,
switch the tires again
Return the tires to their
initial positions and inspect
the front wheel alignment
After solving,
switch the tires again
Tire rotation
For equal wear or tear for the tires, please rotate the tire
positions timely. Swapping principle shown on the left.
Radial tires should be regularly switched, and add pressure
according to the regulations.
Caution:
Due to structural reasons, radial tires usually quickly
receive most of its wear on the shoulders, especially
the front tires. Do a tire rotation per 8000-12000 km,
and the tire life can increase by 20%. This makes
regular tire rotation especially useful.
Test by driving back and forth
on a straight and leveled road
Tends to lean
in the same
direction
If the problem is not yet
solved, it means the "good
tire" is in fact not good
If the problem is not
yet solved, replace the
other side's front tire
with a "good tire"
Replace one of the
front side tires with
a "good tire"
Tends to
lean in the
other direction
FrontRear
Adjust the tire pressure to
the recommended level
After swapping the right and left front
tires, perform the above test again
After solving,
switch the tires again

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Wheel
General tire balancing procedures
Clean out the accumulated dirt and debris from the inside of the rim.
Warning:
The gravel on the tread must be eliminated to avoid flying out and injuring the operator when
undergoing rotational balancing. This is also a good way to acquire better balance. First thoroughly
inspect the tire's damaged condition, then according to the balancing device manufacture's
recommendations, carry out the balancing operation.
Off-vehicle balancing
Most off-vehicle balancers are more accurate and convenient than on-vehicle rotational balancers. They are
also able to perform dynamic (two sided) balancing. Although it does not correct drum brake and brake disc
imbalance like on-vehicle balancing, it achieves the same effect based on its accuracy.
On-vehicle balancing
On-vehicle balancing is different based on equipment and tool manufacturer. Therefore, when performing
balancing operations, be sure to comply to each manufacturer's operating\
instructions.
Warning: Control the wheel rotation speed to make sure the speedometer stays within 55 km/h.
This restriction is necessary because when a driven wheel slides while the other one stays still, the
speedometer will display only half of the actual wheel speed. When a wheel is sliding, be extremely
careful, because sliding wheels can reach very high speeds. This may lead to the tire rubber peeling
or differential damage, which may cause serious personal injury, or damage to the vehicle.
Tire installation and removal
• Install or remove tires with a tire changer. When operating machinery, make sure to comply to the machine
manufacturers operation manual. Please do not change tires merely with manual hand tools or tire installation
crowbars. This will damage the tire chafer or the vehicle wheel's rim.
• Use a wire brush or coarse steel wool to clean off grease and old rubber, as well as light rust or corrosion from
the rim tire bead's tire chafer seat. Before tire installation or removal, first use the indicated tire lubricant to
thoroughly lube the tire chafer portions one time.
• After installing the tire, inflate it to the specified pressure and make\
sure the tire bead is properly seated.
Warning: Do not over-inflate the tire. If the tire bead severally expands and exceeds the safety limit,
it may burst and cause serious personal injury. While inflating, do not exceed the specified pressure.
If the specified pressure does not allow the tire bead to sit properly, deflate the tire, re-lubricate, and
then re-inflate.
Spare tire usage
• Spare tire standard inflation pressure: 420 kPa.
• Spare tire pressure measurements should be taken under normal temperatur\
e conditions.
• After inflating the spare tire, soapy water should be used to check if the air nozzles core is leaking air, then
lock on the air nozzle cap.
• The spare tire should always be kept in a useable state. Check the air p\
ressure at least once a month.
• When the spare tire's working limit, indicated by the remaining pattern's depth, reaches 1.6 mm (and its pat-
tern groove bottom protrudes to the same level), for your safety, please stop using the spare tire.
Caution:
• The "" symbol on the tire bead of the spare tire in-
dicates the set position of the wear index (shown on
the left).
• The spare tire's maximum driven speed is 80 km/h,
and maximum distance 200 km per trip.
• Each vehicle is allowed to use only one spare tire.
• The spare tire is only used as a temporary backup.
Please go to a professional service station immediately
to get the initial tire repaired or replaced.

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(e) Make sure not to let the system valves block the air bleeding.
(f) When the brake fluid that flows out of the hose or connector has no bubbles, it means that the air
in the system has been exhausted. There is still air inside the system if the hose inserted into the
brake fluid is still bubbling when pressing down the pedal.
(g) Keep the free end of the hose immerged in the brake fluid to avoid air from flowing into the
system while opening the screw.
(h) While air bleeding, hammer the casting part of the vibrating brake device with a rubber hammer.
This is helpful for removing bubbles deep in the brake fluid.
(i) If air in the master cylinder is suspected, then perform air bleeding on the master cylinder first,
then the wheel cylinder or brake caliper.
(j) When releasing air from the tires, generally make sure to release air out of all the tires.
(k) To avoid the possibility of air reversely entering into the system, a bleeder hose that has a check
valve could be used.
(2) Pressure blow-off
Under the proper conditions, a pressure blow-off device can be used to release the air inside the brake system.
3. Air releasing sequence
(1) Master cylinder air bleeding
If the master cylinder does not have air bleed screws, perform the follo\
wing steps:
(a) Check the brake fluid level inside the master cylinder’s reservoir and add to it if necessary.
(b) Slowly take off the front brake pipe connector until the brake fluid flows out from the end.
(c) Reconnect the brake pipe, but do not tighten it.
(d) Slowly step down and press on the brake pedal, check if the brake fluid flowing out of the connector
contains bubbles.
(e) Tighten the pipe fitting.
(f) Have the assistant loosen the pedal, wait for 15 s.
(g) Repeat the above steps until all the air is released.
(h) Take off the rear brake pipe connector, repeat the above steps.
(2) Wheel brake air releasing
(a) Check the brake fluid level inside the master cylinder’s reservoir and add to it if necessary. During the
entire air releasing period, check repeatedly and add promptly.
(b) Connect one end of the bleeder hose with the bleed screw and the other end immerged in the brake fluid.
(c) Have the assistant step on the pedal several times, raise the pedal gradually until it cannot be stepped on
any more, then forcibly press on the pedal once more.
(d) Loosen the bleed screw, check if there are any bubbles in the brake fluid flowing out. Meanwhile, slowly
lower the pedal.
(e) When the brake pedal is close to the stroke end or the out flowing brake fluid does not have any bubbles,
tighten the bleed screw.
(f) Have the assistant release the pedal and wait for 15 s.
(g) Repeat the above steps until there are no bubbles in the flowing brake fluid when the screw is loosened.
(h) Release the air for all the wheels in turn using the same method.
(i) After releasing the air from the entire system, switch the ignition to the on position.
(j) Inspect the stroke of the brake pedal and its reaction.
(k) Inspect the lighting condition of the brake warning lamp, and repeatedly perform maintenance or air
bleeding if necessary.
( l ) Add brake fluid to the reservoir until the specified fluid level, air bleeding is complete.