Geely 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 the redesigned first Toyota Yaris. This explains the almost complete similarity of the chassis with the 1999-2002 Yaris, and the 1.5 liter engine is a licensed copy of the Toyota 5A-FE.

Geely MK appeared in Russia in June 2008. The first Geely came to salons straight from China. Since 2010, Geely MK has been assembled in Cherkessk, at the Derways enterprise.

Engine

The Geely MK engine has a timing belt drive. From experience, the condition of the belt does not interfere with checking after 40-50 thousand km. Some of them do not show the slightest signs of wear for 60,000 km, while others may lack a pair of teeth, and the belt turns out to be covered with cracks. Fortunately, when the belt breaks, the valves do not meet with the pistons. Remove the right engine mount when replacing the timing belt.

At a cold start, the Geely MK motor often starts to "triple". The problem can be solved after replacing the candles, high-voltage wires, ignition coils (1,000 rubles) or adjusting the valves. When removing high-voltage wires, owners often tear them off. Neglect of adjusting the valves is fraught with their "jamming" with a run of more than 40-60 thousand km and subsequent burnout. Burnout is more common on cars with HBO installed.

The gasket on the throttle heating begins to leak antifreeze over time. When the coolant dries up, it contaminates the idle speed regulator channel and the regulator itself. The result is a difficult start, the engine stalls immediately after setting and starts only with the gas pedal depressed. To prevent leakage, after cleaning the channel, it is better to put the throttle gasket on a heat-resistant sealant. A native new idle speed regulator costs about 1,000 rubles, an analogue for a Chevrolet Niva for 500 rubles is suitable as a substitute.

The Geely MK motor is prone to overheating in the warm season when driving for a long time at a speed of more than 100 km / h with the air conditioner on. The problem appears when the mileage is more than 40-50 thousand km. One of the reasons is that the cooling fan does not work due to poor contact at one of the three attachment points of the ground wire. Also, the cause of overheating can be the late opening of the thermostat and the peculiarity of the operation of the motor ECU, which gives the command to turn on the fan even at critical values ​​of the coolant temperature. The coolant temperature sensor itself may give incorrect values ​​due to acidification of the contact terminals. "Underheating" or a long warm-up of the motor indicates acidification of the thermostat 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 burnt cylinder head gasket. The liquid cooling pump of the engine may fail when the vehicle is driven over 50-100 thousand km. The bewilderment is caused by the appearance of rusty stains in the expansion tank. In cold weather, cooling radiators often leak at the junction of plastic with metal.

The O-ring of the exhaust system at the junction of the exhaust manifold with the pipe often has to be changed 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 can fail with a mileage of more than 50-60 thousand km.

The rear engine support travels more than 40-60 thousand km, after which it starts knocking. The 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 the oil scraper just by replacing the valve stem seals. Often, buried rings are also to blame. A set of rings and caps is available for 4,000 rubles.

Transmission

The 5-speed "mechanics" on the new Geely MK suffers from poor gear shifting for the first few thousand kilometers. After the elements of the box "roll in", and there are no problems with the ease of shifting gears. A considerable contribution to the poor speed selectivity is made by the "cheap" oil, poured into the box even during assembly. Such a "transmission" thickens strongly in the cold. After changing the working fluid, the operation of the box improves.

With a mileage of more than 50-70 thousand km, the box starts to make noise. The reason is the wear of the bearings of the input and output shaft. It is noteworthy that in the warranty booklet the box bearings are spelled out 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 4 thousand more rubles, a set of new bearings will cost 1-2 thousand rubles.

The clutch takes care of more than 90-120 thousand km. A new set with a basket and a release bearing will cost 3-5 thousand rubles. With a mileage of more than 100,000 km, the box often starts to make noise when the gas is released in third gear.

Drive oil 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 anthers of the outer CV joint will most likely have to be replaced when the mileage is more than 100-120 thousand km. The original anthers cannot be found separately, since they are sold only in assembly with the drive. But it will not be difficult to find an analogue in the store of spare parts from other car brands.

Undercarriage

The Geely MK suspension is not particularly durable. The front stabilizer struts are the first to surrender - after 20-30 thousand km. The stabilizer bushings run a little longer - about 40-60 thousand km. Shock absorbers can 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 serve more than 60-80 thousand km. Ball and suspension arms travel the same amount. A new ball one costs about 800 rubles.

Due to the "curve" of the assembly, the steering rack has a lateral play, which is removed after pulling up. Often, the rail begins to leak after 50-100 thousand km. The cost of a new rail is about 15-20 thousand rubles. Steering rods and tips run more than 50-80 thousand km. Sometimes the power steering pump also fails.

Due to the corrosion of the coating of the piston of the brake cylinder of the front caliper with a mileage of more than 50-70 thousand km, the brakes can wedge. The repair kit will cost 400 rubles. Sometimes the rear brake cylinders begin to "poison" the brake fluid.

Body and interior

The body of Geely MK does not resist corrosion well. The first foci inevitably appear on the chips. And after 1-2 years of operation, in the lower corner of the front doors under the seal, in the area of ​​the boot lid lock, the fuel filler flap and on the inner surface of the hood. Later, the wheel arches and sills begin to rot. Sill corrosion is most susceptible to cars with a factory hatch. The engineers brought the hatch gutters right into the thresholds. Over 30 thousand rubles will have to be paid for the repair of the thresholds.

Headlights and taillights often fog up, and fog lamps often burst when used in cool, damp weather.

The hard plastic of the Geely MK interior is very squeaky, especially in cold weather. The rattling in the steering wheel can occur due to the screws that loosen over time that hold the airbag assembly. A loosely fitted steering shaft seal allows engine and exhaust noise into the passenger compartment.

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

The operation of the air conditioner also raises a lot of complaints. The air conditioner becomes ineffective when the ambient temperature is more than 25-30 degrees Celsius. This is facilitated by the design feature of the heating system: the hot pipes and the heater radiator are located directly under the panel. Even in cool weather with the air conditioner turned off and the temperature regulator in the cold sector, warm air comes out of the deflectors.

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

Electrical equipment

Problems with the charging current may appear after 80-120 thousand km. The reason is the 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 "sticking" of the heating activation button, the heating of the 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, heating becomes not so effective, but much more durable.

If the mileage is more than 100-150 thousand km, the steering column cable may break. There are frequent problems with the dashboard illumination. The reason is the failure of the microcircuit of the driver board of the electric motors that control the movement of the arrows and the illumination of the devices. The cost of a new device is about 7-8 thousand rubles.

Conclusion

The quality of Geely MK, produced at home in China, and here, in Russia, is significantly different. Chinese Geely are assembled more soundly - all elements of the body and interior fit well, and the gaps are even everywhere. Domestic assembly, on the contrary, is famous for poor fit of body parts and always under-screwed or torn off bolts. But there are also disadvantages of Chinese cars - the ECU firmware does not cope well with starting in cold weather, a software update is necessary. In addition, electrical problems are not uncommon in Chinese Geely due to oxidation of contacts made of low-quality brass.

Another problem that you have to face is the complexity of the selection of spare parts. There may be completely different parts under the same number that are not interchangeable with the original. Either everything that was at hand was shoved into the car during assembly, or problems in catalogs ... The only way out was to take a faulty unit (part) with you and compare the similarities by eye.

The creation of budget power units attracts attention not only for the low price and modest fuel consumption. The modern buyer has become much more demanding and takes into account all the characteristics of the engine. The MR479QA motor is one of the best developments from the Geely concern. The company's products occupy a huge share of the Chinese market and are known beyond its borders. The characteristics of the engine provide the car with good driving dynamics, and the availability of spare parts will make any overhaul possible.

Description and performance of the MR479QA motor

Promotion in the automotive market is impossible without the development of modern engines. With the release of the MR479QA powerplant, Geely has shown 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 motor uses BOSCH electronic control and a lot of technical solutions from Toyota.

The parameters of the MR479QA engine allow you to experience all the advantages of high-tech production. The power plant has a lot in common with the 5A-FE engine used on the Toyota Corolla, but the Geely MR479QA cannot be called a full-fledged replica of the Japanese engine. Most of its characteristics have been changed to avoid legal action, but the internals and attachments are almost identical. Among the features of the MR479QA are low cost and low operating noise.

MR479QA Engine Specifications

All powertrain metrics are precisely calculated to give you the confidence to drive. The engine device is a four-cylinder in-line design with a fuel injection system. The vertical cylinder arrangement and the DOHC gas distribution system complete the engine's characteristics. This technology allows the use of 2 camshafts for cylinder head maintenance. The crankshaft in the MR479QA motor is mounted on hardened main bearings and is rigidly fixed to prevent axial vibrations.

The MR479QA engine is provided with valve adjustments, which must be performed regularly to prevent more serious damage. The cylinder head itself is made of an aluminum alloy, with the intake and exhaust ports on opposite sides. The rest of the technical specifications also deserve a little attention.

• The cooling system is of a closed type and has no direct communication with the external environment. An expansion tank is used to prevent pressure drops. The pump is equipped with a drive from the crankshaft, which circulates the coolant;
• Lubrication system - the combined design guarantees a stable supply of pressurized oil to all components operating under load. Oil is supplied to the rest of the elements by gravity or by spraying;
• Flywheel - has a cogged rim pressure test, which is used to start the engine with a starter. The flywheel itself is made of cast iron;
• Ignition is based on microprocessor control, which provides high accuracy. The ignition module does not require adjustment, and the spark plugs for the MR479QA engine can be used with an iridium or conventional type.

The timing system is typical for an internal combustion engine of this design and uses a belt drive. Despite the similarity with the 4A-FE engine, not all parts from Toyota are suitable, and you should carefully study the service manual or buy original parts.

Geely MR479QA engine service

To create optimal conditions for the operation of the motor, all recommendations of the manufacturer's plant should be followed. This information can be found in the user manual, indicating when and necessary maintenance procedures. With a significant mileage, more attention should be paid to the machine, and a simple replacement of the valve stem seals can save the cylinder head from overhaul. Items such as the air filter or the fuel system also require maintenance, which should not be forgotten.

For any car, oil change is of the utmost importance. The driver should definitely know what kind of oil can be poured into the engine. In this regard, Geely is quite versatile and oil for MR479QA is suitable for 10w40 and 10W30. In winter, 5w30 is also allowed. The engine manufacturer recommends replacing it after 10 thousand km, but a real need may arise after 5-7 thousand km of run. Checking the oil can be easily done with a dipstick, which will show its level and degree of oil production.

Malfunctions of motors of the MR479QA series

There are flaws in the performance of every engine, and Geely's powertrains are no exception. The largest number of malfunctions is caused by the rapid wear of the car's chassis and engine. Its resource is much less than European-made cars, although absolutely all companies are not too interested in cars with a millionth resource. The advantage of the MR479QA is that even if the belt breaks, the valve does not bend, and the car itself can be restored after almost any breakdown.

Each engine has a rather complex design and you should not interfere with the operation of the motor with your own hands. Almost any attachment can be replaced with Geely, which allows you to restore the engine in case of a wide variety of malfunctions.

Engine tuning options

Engine upgrades on Geely vehicles increase power and torque. For such tuning, electronic control optimization is usually used. Forcing 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 give results.

For the MR479QA engine, a tuning chip is enough, which guarantees a minimum power increase 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 increase fuel consumption, which will be important for any car owner. The decision to carry out such a modernization should be based on the need for an increase in capacity.

Cars with MR479QA engine

Geely produces a fairly large range of vehicles 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 urban driving and will make you 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 resource, turned out to be quite successful. The BL, CK, MR and MK models boast such a power plant. The Chinese company installs motors on its cars with different displacement, but with a similar ICE design. While the MR479QA's powertrain isn't hugely powerful, it has enough potential for a budget-priced car.

Characteristics of the power plant MR479QA

An economical engine with good driving characteristics will be convenient for various purposes. More complete characteristics are noted in the table and everyone can independently evaluate the Geely engine.

Production	Geely
Engine brand	MR479QA
Years of release	2003 — …
Cylinder block material	cast iron
Supply system	injector
Cylinder head	DOHC
Number of cylinders	4
Valves per cylinder	4
Piston stroke, mm	77
Cylinder diameter, mm	78,7
Compression ratio	9,8
Engine displacement, cubic cm	1498
Engine power, hp / rpm	94/6000
Torque, Nm / rpm	128/3400
Fuel	gasoline A 92
Environmental standards	Euro II
Engine weight, kg	n.d
Fuel consumption, l / 100 km	4.7 — 6.3
Cooling system	compulsory
Engine oil	10w40
	10W30
	5w30
How much oil is in the engine, l	3
The order of the cylinders	1-3-4-2
Turbine	No
Oil change is being carried out, km	1500 is better than 7500
Oil consumption, ml / 100km	up to 300
Engine resource, thousand km
- according to the plant	n.d
- on practice	100+
Tuning
- potential	+
- without loss of resource	n.d
The engine was installed	GEELY BL
	GEELY CK
	GEELY MR
	GEELY MK

The complete set of the power unit has a lot of positive characteristics, which testify to its reliability. Stable compression rates and well-chosen volume will ensure the practicality of such an engine. Good driving dynamics and reliability of the fuel system make the choice of a car with this engine quite acceptable. Although it is not designed for decades of intensive work, it will be sufficient for the needs of most drivers.

You can purchase a new or contract Geely MK Cross engine from us. The engine (ICE) on the Geely MK Cross is usually bought if the repair of the old engine is not possible. In addition, if, for example, only the nominal sizes of the piston group go to the engine, and the crankshaft needs to be sharpened, then there remains only the option of buying another engine. At our service stations, there is an option to buy an overhauled engine after a light or major overhaul.

Geely MK Cross engine options:

1. Used engine Geely MK Cross- this is an engine that was removed from another car and presumably it can work. As a rule, such engines were removed from damaged cars. Some have mileage data, some don't. Second-hand engine warranty - from 5 to 30 days from the date of purchase. In fact, the warranty ends at the time of installation and verification of its functionality.

2. Moved engine Geely MK Cross- this is an engine that had problems that the client did not want to fix or the delivery time for spare parts was very long. The client leaves such an engine to a minder and he slowly buys the necessary spare parts and makes repairs. As a rule, in addition to new parts for the previous problem, all gaskets and oil seals on the engine are changed. Remanufactured engines are usually sold without attachments. This is the rarest type and if available, it is better to buy such an engine right away. The warranty for the remanufactured internal combustion engine is 3 months or 20,000 km. mileage.

The engine is the heart of the car. He does not forgive low-quality spare parts, consumables and unqualified maintenance. Therefore, every motorist is primarily interested in the reliability and durability of the motor.

As an engine for Geely MK Cross installed Toyota 5A-FE variation purchased by a company under a license. It was installed on the Toyota Corolla A100 - the standard of reliability and quality of the Japanese car industry. With timely maintenance, this unit could well run over a million kilometers.

For the Chinese market, engines with a volume of 1.8 and 1.3 liters are installed. But only a version with a petrol engine with a volume of 1498 cc (94 hp) is supplied to Russia. It is he who will be considered below.

Specifications

The Geely four-cylinder engine is equipped with a DOHC gas distribution system. The system is reliable, allowing at high revs to "take" more power from a small engine displacement. At the same time, the design of the engine itself is lightened and efficiency is increased. Below are the basic parameters.

Features of operation

Fuel consumption

Unfortunately, it is practically impossible to keep within the factory "7 liters per hundred" in real operation conditions. And, if after running on the track and it turns out to get closer to the desired result, then in the city, the average consumption per hundred kilometers will be 9-10 liters, with very leisurely driving and without sudden acceleration. Otherwise, you can add a couple more liters on top.

Butter

Engine oil is changed in the standard way, every ten thousand kilometers or every twelve months. Both the plant and car owners recommend casting synthetic, with a viscosity index 5w40... On services, as a rule, they fill in Shell or Castrol.

Timing

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.

If the timing belt teeth slip or break, valve, usually, does not fold... Although no one is immune from exceptions. Therefore, it is better not to start the timing belt condition. The valves require adjustment every 40 thousand km.

What have we got?

The engine turned out to be more capricious than its predecessor from Toyota. It often 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 the engine bulkhead. And then the same amount before overhaul. That in the conditions of modern "disposable" cars, it is quite a good result.

Stylish Geely MK Cross, with outstanding appearance and attractive technical characteristics, has already won the hearts of many Russian motorists. Although it is only a stretch to call this model a full-fledged crossover, a hatchback car can surprise consumers with increased ground clearance and affordability.

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

A Chinese car with an economical fuel consumption will be a good find for a family, with frequent country trips. A hatchback for an active lifestyle feels confident enough 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, it is not always easy to purchase spare parts in Russian cities. A scarce assortment and inflated prices make car owners look for an alternative or buy parts via the Internet.

You can order spare parts for the engine for Geely MK Cross in the Agatol online store. Our catalog supports a rich assortment of parts, consumables and components, accessories. Everything necessary for repair, tuning or maintenance can be purchased from us by buyers from any region of the Russian Federation. Spare parts for Geely MK Cross engine can be picked up from availability by performing an online search on the site. 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.