What is the engine life of the Geely Mk. Geely MK Cross engine

The stylish Geely MK Cross, with its outstanding appearance and attractive technical characteristics, has already won the hearts of many Russian motorists. Although calling this model a full-fledged crossover can only be a stretch, a car in a hatchback body can surprise consumers with increased ground clearance and affordability.

You can buy Geely MK Cross in Russia in two trim levels. You should not expect outstanding dynamics from the “Chinese”, because the car is equipped with a four-cylinder 16-valve gasoline engine with a capacity of 94 hp. With. and volume 1.5 l. This is a Toyota 5A-FE engine, which has proven itself exclusively on the positive side. This power unit is combined with a manual transmission.

A Chinese car with economical fuel consumption will be a good find for a family with frequent out-of-town trips. A hatchback for an active lifestyle feels quite confident on Russian roads, so it is an excellent choice for outdoor trips or long-distance travel. In addition, the Geely MK Cross is characterized by decent build quality, safety, and good equipment compared to more expensive competitors.

Spare parts for Geely MK Cross with delivery

For many foreign cars, purchasing spare parts in Russian cities is not always easy. The meager assortment and inflated prices force car owners to look for an alternative or buy parts online.

You can order engine spare parts for the Geely MK Cross in the Agatol online store. Our catalog contains a wide range of parts, consumables, components, and accessories. Buyers from any region of the Russian Federation can purchase everything necessary for repair, tuning or maintenance from us. Spare parts for Geely MK Cross engine

can be selected from availability by performing an online search on the website. But even if the required items are not available at the moment, our company will always supply spare parts for Chinese models from warehouses in Moscow or from China.

The engine is the heart of the car. It does not forgive low-quality spare parts, consumables and unqualified service. Therefore, every car enthusiast is primarily interested in the reliability and durability of the engine.

The engine of the Geely MK Cross is a variation of the Toyota 5A-FE

, purchased by the company under license. It was installed on the Toyota Corolla A100 - the standard of reliability and quality of the Japanese automobile industry. With timely maintenance, this unit could easily cover a million kilometers.

For the Chinese market, engines of 1.8 and 1.3 liters are installed. But only the version with a gasoline engine with a volume of 1498 cubic meters (94 hp) is supplied to Russia. It is this that will be discussed further.

Description and performance indicators of the MR479QA motor

Advancement in the automotive market is impossible without the development of modern engines. With the release of the MR479QA power plant, Geely showed the seriousness of its intentions to expand sales to the markets of Europe and Asia. Carefully calculated power ratings and maintainability have made engines made in China quite reliable for long-term operation. This engine uses BOSCH electronic control and a lot of technical solutions from Toyota.

The parameters of the MR479QA engine allow you to experience all the benefits of high-tech production. The power plant has much in common with the 5A-FE engine used in the Toyota Corolla, but the Geely MR479QA cannot be called a full replica of the Japanese engine. Most of its features have been changed to avoid lawsuits, but the internals and attachments are virtually identical. Among the features of the MR479QA are its low cost and low noise level in operation.

Features of operation

Fuel consumption

Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to meet the requirements under real operating conditions. And, if after running on the highway you manage to get closer to the desired result, then in the city the average consumption per hundred kilometers will be 9-10 liters

, with a very leisurely ride and without sudden acceleration. Otherwise, you can add a couple more liters on top.

Oil

Engine oil is changed as standard, once every ten thousand kilometers or once every twelve months. Both the factory and car owners recommend pouring synthetic, with a viscosity index of 5w40

.
As a rule, services are filled with Shell or Castrol
.

timing belt

The gas distribution mechanism is equipped with a belt drive. Changes at 60 thousand mileage

, but
it is better to check the condition after 40,000 km
. Replacement may be required earlier, but it happens that even after 60 thousand the belt is almost not worn out.

When the timing belt teeth slip or break, the valve

, as a rule,
does not bend
. Although no one is immune from exceptions. Therefore, it is better not to start the condition of the timing belt. The valves require adjustment every 40 thousand km.

Geely MR479QA engine maintenance

To create optimal conditions for engine operation, all recommendations of the manufacturer should be followed. Such information can be found in the user manual, indicating the timing and required maintenance procedures. With significant mileage, you should pay closer attention to the car, and a simple replacement of the valve stem seals can protect the cylinder head from major repairs. Items such as the air filter or fuel system also require maintenance that should not be forgotten.

For any car, changing the oil is of great importance. The driver should definitely know what kind of oil can be poured into the engine. In this regard, Geely is quite universal and the oil for MR479QA is 10w40 and 10W30. In winter, it is also possible to use 5w30. The engine manufacturer recommends replacing it after 10 thousand km, but the real need may arise after 5-7 thousand km. Oil control can be easily done using a dipstick, which will show its level and degree of production.

What did we get?

The engine turned out to be more capricious than its predecessor from Toyota. More often it requires adjustment and can present unpleasant surprises. But, in general, the unit is reliable and easy to maintain. We can talk about a resource of 150-200 thousand before rebuilding the engine. And then the same amount until the overhaul. Which is quite a good result in the conditions of modern “disposable” cars.

Geely Mk Cross entered the Russian market in 2011. Assembly with welding and painting of the body was organized in Cherkessk at the Derways plant. At the end of 2015, production of the model was discontinued, and the remaining stock was sold out in the spring of 2016.

MK Cross is a raised version of the Geely MK2 hatchback. Both cars are built on the same platform as the Geely MK sedan, which is based on the technologies of the first generation Toyota Yaris/Vios (1999-2005). The pseudo-crossover is distinguished by its ground clearance increased to 175 mm, a fake body kit, door moldings and roof rails.

MK Cross was offered in two trim levels. The basic version of Comfort had two airbags, air conditioning, power steering, 4 electric windows, electric drive and heated mirrors, ABS and EBD. The more advanced Luxury was complemented by an electric sunroof and a “leather interior”. Unfortunately, heated seats were not provided in any of the configurations.

In crash tests according to ANCAP (Australia and New Zealand), the MK hatchback earned three stars, scoring 8.4 points out of 16 possible.

Engine tuning options

Upgrading the engine on Geely cars allows you to increase power and torque. For such tuning, electronic control optimization is usually used. Boosting a Chinese car by making physical changes to the operation of the internal combustion engine is not always advisable. Such intervention can lead to rapid wear of engine parts and the money spent will not yield results.

For the MR479QA engine, a tuning chip is sufficient, which guarantees a minimum increase in power within 10%. Carrying out such an operation does not take much time and does not require partial disassembly of the machine. Correct tuning does not lead to an increase in fuel consumption, which will be important for any car owner. The decision to carry out such modernization should be based on the need for increased power.

Engines

Geely MK Cross was equipped with only one engine - a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine with a power of 94 hp. The engine is a licensed copy of the 5A-FE developed by Toyota.

The gas distribution mechanism is driven by a toothed belt, which is recommended to be changed every 60,000 km (1.5-2 thousand rubles with work).

The same interval should be observed between valve clearance adjustments, otherwise burnout of the valves is possible (more often the intake valves tighten). The gaps are adjusted using pushers (cups). The cost of the procedure in the service is about 7,000 rubles.

In cars assembled before 2013 and driven over 50-100 thousand km, there is an increase in oil consumption of over 1 liter per 1,000 km. In some cases, it is possible to get rid of the disease after replacing the valve stem seals (5,000-8,000 rubles). But sometimes oil scraper rings are found to be stuck and worn out (15-20 thousand rubles with work). In advanced cases, wear of the cylinder walls is even possible. Under these circumstances, you will have to line the engine or change it (30-60 thousand rubles). The problem of oil leakage and ring wear less often affects the 2013 MK Cross and is not noticed among younger cars of the 14th and 15th years.

In the first 100,000 kilometers, a leaking radiator (2,000 rubles), a failed fuel pump (1,000 rubles) and a rear engine mount (from 400 rubles) often require replacement. The pump (1,500 rubles) and thermostat (1,000 rubles) may give up after 100-150 thousand km.

Specifications

The Geely four-cylinder engine is equipped with a DOHC gas distribution system. The system is reliable, allowing you to extract more power from a small engine at high speeds. At the same time, the engine design itself is lighter and efficiency increases. Below are the basic parameters.

Volume	1.5 liters
Type	gasoline AI-92
Maximum power	94 l. With. at 6000 rpm.
Maximum torque	128 Nm at 3400 rpm.
Fuel consumption (combined cycle) Acceleration up to 100 km per hour	6.5 l per 100 km 17 seconds
Toxicity index	Euro 3

Transmission

Only a 5-speed manual worked in conjunction with the engine. Clutch life is over 60-100 thousand km. To replace it, the box has to be removed. The cost of a new clutch kit is 4-5 thousand rubles, and the cost of work is 3-6 thousand rubles.

Unfortunately, the manual transmission may require repair after 50-100 thousand km. There is noise, hum, or gears are difficult to engage. As a rule, only the bearings have to be changed (about 10,000 rubles). If the bearings fall apart, the gears will be destroyed, and the housing may also break. In this case, you will have to look for a used box (10-30 thousand rubles). A new manual transmission costs more than 40,000 rubles.

Sometimes it is possible to get rid of the noise by tightening the secondary shaft bearing. This is done through a special hatch located on the box body on the left wheel side.

Vehicles with MR479QA engine

Geely produces a fairly large range of cars that are used in various countries. The release of the MR479QA engine made it possible to update the line of 1.5 liter engines with modern models of power plants. The characteristics of such an engine are well balanced for city driving and will allow you to feel the pleasure of driving on the highway. The installation of such a motor has been carried out since 2003 and does not stop today.

The Geely MR479QA engine, although it does not have a long service life, turned out to be quite successful. Models BL, CK, MR and MK can boast of such a power plant. The Chinese company installs engines with different displacements, but with a similar internal combustion engine design, into its cars. Although the MR479QA powertrain does not have huge power, its potential is enough for a budget car.

Chassis

The front axle has McPherson struts and the rear axle has a torsion beam. The suspension of the Geely MK Cross is almost completely identical to the MK sedan. Only the front springs and shock absorbers differ (the spring platform is located higher).

The chassis elements do not shine with durability. The quickest parts to go are the stabilizer struts and bushings. At the interval of 50-100 thousand km, the front levers (1,000 rubles) and front wheel bearings (from 500 rubles) become unusable. In addition, the front shock absorbers and support bearings may become damaged (3,000 rubles for a high-quality analogue), or the outer CV joints (from 1,000 rubles) may begin to crunch.

Front brake mechanisms require regular maintenance - the caliper guides become sour quite quickly.

Rear visibility suffers due to wide pillars

Rear visibility is obscured by wide pillars. Narrow exterior mirrors make you turn your head every time you change lanes. Parking sensors would help out when parking, but the responsibility for installing it should fall on the buyer.

The rear seats are surprisingly spacious, but only for knees. Your head supports the ceiling, even if you are not tall, and this is especially noticeable if there is a hatch. The trunk is too small, you can’t fit a stroller here, and you can only unlock it from the outside with a key, and the flimsy slamming handle on our car was broken by someone before us.

Weaknesses and disadvantages of Geely MK with mileage

The metal, like the paintwork, is very thin, which is why chips and dents appear even from a small pebble flying out from under the wheels of oncoming traffic. The body is poorly resistant to aggressive environmental influences, which is why rust appears on the car body after a couple of years of use. Corrosion appears most quickly on the underside of the car (additional treatment with anti-corrosion agents is required) and in places where the paint is chipped. Also, traces of rust can be found on: the front doors (under the seal), the hood and the gas tank cap (in the lock area). The protective glass of fog lights often cracks when used in cold and damp weather.

Engines

Geely MK was equipped only with gasoline power units - 1.5 (94 hp), 1.6 (107 hp). The most common engine in the CIS is a 1.5 liter unit, which was assembled under a Toyota license (a copy of the 5A-FE engine from). If we talk about its reliability, then, in general, the motor is not bad, but a couple of weak points in it were still identified. The first thing you need to pay attention to is the timing belt. According to the regulations, it does not require replacement until 60,000 km, but, as operating experience has shown, cracks appear on it after 40,000 km, and it may also be missing a couple of teeth. I don’t think it’s worth explaining what consequences this could lead to. For those who like to carry out repairs in their garage, it is worth considering the fact that to replace the timing belt you will have to remove the right engine mount.

It’s not uncommon for owners to encounter trouble when an engine that is not warmed up starts to stall, fortunately, to solve the problem you can do without a trip to the service center - you need to change the spark plugs, high-voltage wires or ignition coils. If these manipulations do not give a positive result, you will have to adjust the valves. To perform this procedure, you should contact an experienced specialist, since incorrect adjustment of the valves can lead to their “squeezing” after 40-60 thousand kilometers and subsequent burnout. High-voltage wires must be removed very carefully, as there is a high risk of their breakage.

On cars with mileage over 50,000 km, coolant leaks appear through the throttle heating gasket. If the defect is not corrected in a timely manner, this may lead to premature failure of the idle air regulator. The main signal about a malfunction of the regulator will be: difficult starting, the engine stalls immediately after setting and starts only when you press the gas pedal. A new regulator will cost 20 USD, but you can save a little by installing an analogue from a Chevrolet Niva (8-10 USD).

In the warm season, it is necessary to carefully monitor the engine temperature; most often, the engine overheats when driving for a long time at a speed of 80-100 km per hour with the air conditioning turned on. The main reason is the cooling fan not turning on, poor contact at the wiring terminals and late opening of the thermostat. The ability to monitor engine temperature and prevent it from overheating is complicated by the fact that the temperature sensor may produce incorrect data. If it is not possible to warm up the engine to operating temperature for a long time, the problem is most likely due to the thermostat sticking in the open position.

On most copies, at a mileage of 80-120 thousand km, the cylinder head gasket has to be changed, the reason is the cylinder head gasket burns out. At the same mileage the pump needs to be replaced. The cooling radiator is susceptible to corrosion. A signal that there is a problem will be the appearance of red spots in the expansion tank. With the arrival of cold weather, the cooling radiator may begin to leak at the junction of plastic and metal. At a mileage of 80-100 thousand km, it becomes necessary to replace the front crankshaft oil seal (oil leaks appear). Once every 60-80 thousand km the oil pressure sensor needs to be replaced. Engine and gearbox mounts have a slightly shorter service life (40-60 thousand km). Many owners complain about high fuel consumption, in the combined cycle 8-10 thousand km, and this is much more than the manufacturer promised.

Transmission

The Geely MK was equipped only with a five-speed manual transmission. Transmission diagnostics must be treated with extreme care. The main ailment that owners have to deal with is the fragility of the bearings of the primary and secondary shafts. Most often, owners of cars with a mileage of 50-70 thousand km contact the service with complaints about extraneous noise in the transmission. You will have to spend 100-150 USD to fix the problem. Axle shaft seals are also not famous for their durability; as a rule, oil leaks appear after 30-40 thousand kilometers. At a mileage of 60-70 thousand km, the clutch master cylinder needs to be replaced. To save a little, the cylinder can be repaired using a special repair kit. When using low-quality oil, with the onset of cold weather, difficulties with shifting gears appear. With careful operation, the clutch can last 80-100 thousand km (a set of a new clutch with a release bearing will cost 40-60 USD).

Features and disadvantages of the Gili MK chassis

The Geely MK uses the standard suspension for this class of car: MacPherson strut at the front, beam at the rear. As for the reliability of most chassis elements, the situation here is not so optimistic. Most often, replacement of stabilizer struts is required; for careless drivers, they last less than 10,000 km; with careful operation they can last 15-20 thousand km; bushings up to 40,000 km. Shock absorbers last 50-60 thousand km, but there are often cases when they had to be changed even after 30,000 km, fortunately their price is not too high up to 50 USD. PC. Front wheel bearings, levers and ball joints can please you with a mileage of 70-80 thousand km. CV joints can last up to 100,000 km. To avoid having to deal with chassis repairs less often, when selecting spare parts, many owners prefer interchangeable parts from different Toyota models.

Play in the steering rack occurs even on almost new cars, the reason lies in poor quality assembly of the unit, fortunately, to eliminate the defect it is enough to tighten it. The service life of the rack differs little from a similar part from most Japanese and Korean manufacturers (100-150 thousand km). Buying a new rack will cost 150-250 USD. Steering ends require replacement every 50-60 thousand km, rods every 70-80 thousand km. There are also problems with the brake system, the main one being corrosion of the brake cylinder piston, which leads to brake jamming. Also, the rear cylinders require special attention; there have been cases when brake fluid leaks appeared on them.

Salon

The interior of the Gili MK cannot boast of the quality of assembly and materials, but thanks to the use of hard plastic, crickets feel right at home here. If you hear rattling noises from the steering wheel while driving, you need to check the degree of tightening of the bolts holding the airbag (they loosen over time). With intensive use, the front seats can wear out within a year, taking the heating elements with them. If you neglect replacement, it could end in a fire. Due to poor-quality sizing of the windshield and constantly falling off rubber plugs on the bottom, water appears under the driver's and front passenger's rug over time. Also, after heavy rain, a puddle may appear in the trunk, the reason is poor-quality seals of the rear lights and rear shock absorber supports.

As for electrics, most often, unpleasant surprises come from the heated rear window, mirrors and climate system. Many owners complain that the air conditioner does not cope with its duties even in cool weather. At a mileage of 80-100 thousand km, freon leaks appear, and at the same mileage the air conditioning compressor may jam. At the most inopportune moment, the stove fan may stop turning on, the reason being the failure of the speed controller relay. After 100,000 km, problems begin with the voltage regulator (repair or replacement of the generator is required), as a result of which the battery stops charging. Due to a failure of the electric motor driver board chip, the instrument panel backlight stops working.

Result:

Despite significant progress in the automotive industry, the Chinese auto industry still does not reach the level of Korean and Japanese manufacturers, and Geely MK is no exception. This car cannot be called bad, since the short service life of some parts is justified by the low cost of the car and the low cost of repairs and maintenance.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you encountered while using the car. Perhaps your review will help the readers of our site when choosing a car.

Sincerely, AutoAvenue

Gili MK is a Chinese representative of the small class. During its development, the first generation Toyota Vios was taken as a basis, which in turn is nothing more than a redesign of the first Toyota Yaris. This explains the almost complete similarity of the chassis with the Yaris produced in 1999-2002, and the 1.5 liter engine is a licensed copy of Toyota’s 5A-FE.

Geely MK appeared in Russia in June 2008. The first Gili came to showrooms straight from China. Since 2010, Geely MK began to be assembled in Cherkessk, at the Derways enterprise.

timing belt

The mechanism uses a belt drive. Typically, replacing the belt drive is required after 60 thousand mileage. After 40 thousand km. It is advisable to check its condition; it may be necessary to replace the drive earlier, for some even after 60 thousand km. it is in perfect condition.

Sometimes the rear engine mount fails, this becomes noticeable by knocking and vibration while the car is moving. However, repairing the rear engine mount will not be difficult, the main thing that needs to be done is to unscrew the rear mount of the Geely MK Cross engine from the engine bracket and remove the bolt, then perform the standard steps for unscrewing and loosening the bolts, then insert a new spare part.

We see that this engine is a little difficult to operate. It is necessary to frequently analyze its condition. However, despite everything, we can say that this mechanism is of high quality and economical to maintain.

Geely MK appeared in Russia in June 2008. The first Gili came to showrooms straight from China. Since 2010, Geely MK began to be assembled in Cherkessk, at the Derways enterprise.

Engine

The Geely MK engine has a timing belt drive. From experience, it doesn’t hurt to check the condition of the belt after 40-50 thousand km. Some do not show the slightest signs of wear after 60,000 km, while others may be missing a couple of teeth, and the belt turns out to be covered with cracks. Fortunately, when the valve belt breaks, the pistons and valves do not collide. When replacing the timing belt, the right engine mount must be removed.

During a cold start, the Geely MK engine often begins to “trouble.” The problem can be solved after replacing spark plugs, high-voltage wires, ignition coils (1,000 rubles) or adjusting the valves. When removing high-voltage wires, owners often tear them off. Neglecting valve adjustment is fraught with the risk of them “squeezing” with a mileage of more than 40-60 thousand km and subsequent burnout. Burnouts are more common on cars with installed gas equipment.

Over time, the gasket on the throttle heating begins to leak antifreeze. When the coolant dries out, it contaminates the idle air regulator channel and the regulator itself. The result is difficult starting, the engine stalls immediately after setting and starts only with the gas pedal depressed. To prevent leaks from occurring, after cleaning the channel, it is better to seal the throttle gasket with a heat-resistant sealant. A new original idle air control costs about 1,000 rubles; an analogue for a Chevrolet Niva for 500 rubles is suitable as a replacement.

The Geely MK engine is prone to overheating in the warm season during prolonged driving at speeds of more than 100 km/h with the air conditioning turned on. The problem appears when the mileage is more than 40-50 thousand km. One of the reasons is the cooling fan not working due to poor contact at one of the three ground wire attachment points. Overheating can also be caused by late opening of the thermostat and the peculiarity of the engine ECU, which gives the command to turn on the fan already at critical values of the coolant temperature. The coolant temperature sensor itself may produce incorrect values due to souring of the contact terminals. “Underheating” or a long warm-up of the engine indicates that the thermostat is souring in the open position, which is also not uncommon. A new thermostat costs about 200 rubles.

Some owners are faced with the need to replace a blown cylinder head gasket. The engine liquid cooling pump may fail after a mileage of more than 50-100 thousand km. The appearance of rust-colored spots in the expansion tank causes confusion. In cold weather, cooling radiators often leak at the junction of plastic and metal.

The exhaust system O-ring at the junction of the exhaust manifold with the pipe often has to be replaced due to burnout. With a mileage of more than 80-120 thousand km, the front crankshaft oil seal begins to leak. The oil pressure sensor may fail after a mileage of more than 50-60 thousand km.

The rear engine mount runs for more than 40-60 thousand km, after which it starts knocking. A new support will cost 1.5-2 thousand rubles.

After 150-200 thousand km, oil consumption often increases. It is not always possible to eliminate oil leaks simply by replacing the valve stem seals. Often stuck rings are also to blame. A set of rings and caps is available for 4,000 rubles.

Problems when paying with bank cards

After analyzing all the features, characteristics and reviews of the Geely MK Cross, we can come to the conclusion that this brand of car is well suited for quiet driving in urban conditions at any time of the year. It’s not uncommon for owners to encounter a problem when an engine that is not warmed up starts to stall, fortunately, to solve the problem you can do without a trip to the service center; you need to change the spark plugs, high-voltage wires or ignition coils.

Transmission

The 5-speed manual transmission on the new Geely MK suffers from poor gear shifting for the first few thousand kilometers. Afterwards, the elements of the box “roll in”, and there are no problems with the ease of shifting gears. A significant contribution to poor speed selectivity is made by “cheap” oil poured into the box during assembly. This “transmission” thickens greatly in the cold. After changing the working fluid, the performance of the box improves.

With a mileage of more than 50-70 thousand km, the box begins to make noise. The reason is wear of the bearings of the primary and secondary shaft. It is noteworthy that in the warranty book the box bearings are listed as a separate item, and the warranty for them is only 30 thousand km. For the work of removing and installing the box you will have to pay about 3 thousand rubles, for the bulkhead - about another 4 thousand rubles, a set of new bearings will cost 1-2 thousand rubles.

The clutch lasts for more than 90-120 thousand km. A new set with a basket and release bearing will cost 3-5 thousand rubles. With a mileage of more than 100,000 km, the gearbox often begins to make noise when releasing the gas in third gear.

Drive seals can leak after 30-40 thousand km. The cost of the drive oil seal is about 500 rubles. After 50-60 thousand km, it may be necessary to replace the clutch master cylinder. A leaking cylinder can be restored using a repair kit for 600 rubles.

The boots of the outer CV joint will most likely have to be replaced when the mileage exceeds 100-120 thousand km. It will not be possible to find original anthers separately, since they are sold only complete with the drive. But finding an analogue in a spare parts store for other car brands will not be difficult.

Dimensions, ground clearance

As owner reviews note, the Geely MK Cross is the most compact car in its class that would have such a high ground clearance (17.5 centimeters). This is quite enough for driving on dirt roads and snowy Russian roads.

The overhangs front and rear are very compact and located high - the car does not hit the curb and easily climbs obstacles. If we talk about the dimensions of the body, the length of the car is 4 meters, width – 1.7, height – 1.45 meters. With such dimensions it is easy to maneuver in narrow streets.

Chassis

The Geely MK suspension is not particularly durable. The front stabilizer struts are the first to go - after 20-30 thousand km. Stabilizer bushings last a little longer - about 40-60 thousand km. Shock absorbers may leak or knock after 30-60 thousand km. The cost of a new one is in the range of 1.5-2.5 thousand rubles. Front wheel bearings last more than 60-80 thousand km. The ball and suspension arms travel the same amount. A new ball costs about 800 rubles.

Due to the “crooked” assembly, the steering rack has lateral play, which can be removed after tightening. Often the rack begins to leak after 50-100 thousand km. The cost of a new rail is about 15-20 thousand rubles. Steering rods and ends last more than 50-80 thousand km. Sometimes the power steering pump also fails.

Due to corrosion of the piston coating of the front caliper brake cylinder, the brakes may jam when the mileage is more than 50-70 thousand km. The repair kit will cost 400 rubles. Sometimes the rear brake cylinders begin to “poison” the brake fluid.

Body and interior

The body of the Geely MK does not resist corrosion well. The first lesions inevitably appear on chips. And after 1-2 years of operation, in the lower corner of the front doors under the seal, in the area of the trunk lid lock, gas tank flap and on the inner surface of the hood. Later, the wheel arches and sills begin to rot. Cars with a factory sunroof are most susceptible to sill corrosion. Engineers brought the hatch drains directly into the thresholds. You will have to pay over 30 thousand rubles to repair the thresholds.

Headlights and taillights often fog up, and foglight lenses often break when used in cool, damp weather.

The hard plastic interior of the Geely MK is very creaky, especially in cold weather. A rattling sound in the steering wheel may occur due to the screws holding the airbag unit loosening over time. A loose steering shaft seal allows noise from the engine and exhaust system into the cabin.

One of the problems of the Geely MK is water in the cabin. It gets there due to poorly taped windshield and rear windows, as well as through flying rubber plugs on the bottom. Water accumulates in the trunk due to the rear light seats and rear shock absorber mounts. Water can also enter through ventilation valves.

The operation of the climate control system also causes a lot of criticism. The air conditioner becomes ineffective when the ambient temperature exceeds 25-30 degrees Celsius. This is facilitated by the design feature of the heating system: hot tubes and the heater radiator are located directly under the panel. Even in cool weather with the air conditioner and temperature controller turned off, warm air flows from the deflectors in the cold sector.

With a mileage of more than 100,000 km, leaks in the air conditioning system are detected more and more often. The air conditioning compressor (about 9-12 thousand rubles) may jam after 50-100 thousand km. The heater fan sometimes stops turning on or changing rotation speed due to the failure of the relay (rheostat) of the fan speed controller. The new regulator is not expensive - about 400 rubles.

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Air conditioner.
Radio tape recorder.
Electric sunroof.
Leatherette interior.
Electric windows on all doors.

Engine • Is it possible to diagnose engine malfunction by smoke from the exhaust pipe of a Gili MK Cross.

Electrical equipment

Problems with charging current may appear after 80-120 thousand km. The reason is a failure of the voltage regulator. A set of a new relay and brushes will cost 2.5-3.5 thousand rubles. A new generator costs about 4.5-5.5 thousand rubles.

Due to the short circuit of the temperature sensor of the seat heating element or the “sticking” of the heating button, the heated front seats may stop working. Factory heating elements for heating mirrors do an excellent job, but they often fail. After replacing the mirrors with an analogue one, the heating becomes less effective, but much more durable.

With a mileage of more than 100-150 thousand km, a break in the steering column wiring harness is possible. There are also frequent problems with the dashboard lighting. The reason is the failure of the driver board microcircuit for the electric motors that control the movement of the arrows and the lighting of the devices. The cost of a new tidy is about 7-8 thousand rubles.