Chery Amulet A15

Production of Cherie Amulet began in China in 2003, and in March 2006, the large-assembly of the Kaliningrad Avtotor began. In 2009, Avtotor stopped production of the car, and in 2010 it was discontinued in China. Chery Amulet is a slightly re-emerged version of the first generation SEAT Toledo (1991-1999). Toledo, in turn, was built on the platform of the Volkswagen Group A2, the one that underlies the second Golf. This determines the compatibility of a number of components of the Chinese with the German car - box and running gear. The Chinese version, like Toledo, has an elevatorback body. The salon is finished with cheap plastic gray or black. There are no complaints about ergonomics, driving is comfortable. Only two will fit comfortably in the back. The large trunk deserves special praise. The basic equipment was provided with a fabric cabin, power steering, air conditioning and audio preparation. For a surcharge, electric windows, electric heated mirrors, a central lock, 14-inch alloy wheels, two airbags, ABS and a CD player were installed. Unfortunately, the Cherie Amulet A15 does not meet modern safety requirements. This is eloquently evidenced by the result of the crash test organized by the magazine “Avtorevu” in 2007. The body and cage of the cabin deformed too much, and the driver received serious injuries to the head and legs. And that's at 64 km/h. However, the consequences are close to those demonstrated by Daewoo Nexia and VAZ-2107.

Engines

Chery Amulet was equipped with only one gasoline engine with a capacity of 88/94 hp 1.6-liter engine - a copy of Fordovsky 1.6 CVH. The original motor was used in the Ford Escort. The main differences in the equipment.

The estimated mileage of the Ford engine to the first overhaul of 200-250 thousand km. And its only serious drawback is oil starvation at low speeds. This miscalculation also affected the Chinese counterpart, and the actual mileage to the “capital” was reduced by almost half. The intervention of the engine was sometimes required after the first 100,000 km. The main vulnerabilities: camshaft, oil pump, gasket of the cylinder head and hydraulic compensators.

After 150-200 thousand km, oil consumption often increases. To eliminate it, you have to update pistons, rings and oil caps.

Not distinguished by durability and auxiliary equipment: a crankshaft sensor, lambda probe, idle regulator, throttle position sensor, starter.

The first owners often had to change the engine supports after 30-50 thousand km. Then the radiator could leak, and after 100,000 km - pump.

The engine is equipped with a temporary type of valve timing drive. A belt replacement is required every 40,000 km. With a greater mileage, the probability of a break in the belt and flexing of the valves is high - as a result of a meeting with pistons. The cost of a new set of drive valve timing - about 2 000 rubles.

Transmission

In pair with the engine, only a 5-speed manual transmission was used. Its design is copied from the manual transmission of the second Golf. The Chinese version received a number of simplifications and cheap components, which could require serious repairs after the first 10,000 km. Bearings, secondary shaft and differential were worn out. But more often to contact the service had after 100,000 km. The approach of the bulkhead broadcast a hum during acceleration, crackling and knocking.

After repairs, the native box of the Amulet does not go for a long time. Craftsmen adapted to change the factory knot to the back 5-mode from VW Golf 2. Only the bell was left from the Chinese box. German mechanics lasts incomparably longer. The clutch runs more than 60-100 thousand km.

Walking

The car has a good smoothness of course. He is quite obedient and predictable. On the front axle are Macpherson struts, and on the rear - a torsion beam.

The original parts of the chassis have an average service life. Amortization racks and hub bearings were out of order already by 40-50 thousand km. Silent blocks and balls tended to catch your eye after 100,000 km.

After 80-120 thousand km, the pump of the hydraulic booster can howl. In that case, it will have to be replaced.

Other problems and malfunctions

The body is sheathed with a rather delicate metal. After a light pressure, small dents remain. A fragile bumper splits even from the “flying” stones. The cost of a new bumper is about 2 000 rubles.

Rust spots can be detected after 5 years of operation. Most often on welded seams, doors and sills. By this time, the headlights are noticeably cloudy.

The generator often requires repair after 80-120 thousand km - due to the failure of the regulator relay or wear of the bearing. With age, there are more and more small malfunctions in the electronics.

After 100,000 km, the air conditioner will most likely require attention and compressor. At best, you will be able to get rid of the replacement of the bearing of the clutch, at worst - you will have to change the compressor itself.

Engines

• The estimated mileage of the Ford engine to the first overhaul of 200-250 thousand km.
• Then the radiator could leak, and after 100,000 km - pump.
• A belt replacement is required every 40,000 km.

Transmission

• The Chinese version received a number of simplifications and cheap components, which could require serious repairs after the first 10,000 km.
• The approach of the bulkhead broadcast a hum during acceleration, crackling and knocking.
• After repairs, the native box of the Amulet does not go for a long time.

Other problems and malfunctions

• The generator often requires repair after 80-120 thousand.
• km due to failure of the regulator relay or wear of the bearing.

Today, Chery Amulet without serious technical malfunctions can be purchased for 80 000 rubles. The most well-groomed copies cost about 200 000 rubles. Most of the problems arise from low-quality components installed on the conveyor. Fortunately, the prices for spare parts are low, and the resource of non-original parts is much higher. It is impossible to ignore the fact that some copies of caring owners have traveled 250-300 thousand km without any questions to the engine and box.

• Engines: Estimated mileage of Ford engine to the first overhaul 200-250 thousand km.
• Transmission: The Chinese version has received a number of simplifications and cheap components, which could require serious repairs after the first 10,000 km.
• Driving: The car has a good smoothness.
• Other problems and malfunctions: The generator often requires repair after 80-120 thousand.

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