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Geely CK 2007 Workshop Manual

You want to work on a Geely CK 2007 Workshop Manual? Good. Because this is the only document that tells you exactly how Geely engineers designed this car to be serviced. 392 pages, no aftermarket guesswork, no third-party translations that lose the torque spec in the mail. I’ve torqued enough head bolts to know that if your manual says “tighten firmly,” you might as well be using a crescent wrench on a blindfold. This book gives you numbers – exact numbers – for every fastener on the MR479Q, MR479QA, and MR481QA engines. Valve clearance? Page 6 spells out the cold adjustment sequence. Fuel system pressure? Section 4.1 tells you where to tap and what gauge to use. If you skip those steps, you’re wasting parts and time.

Valve Clearance Adjustment (Section 1.3)

This is where most DIYers mess up. The manual gives you a cold clearance range – 0.15–0.25 mm for intake, 0.25–0.35 mm for exhaust – on the MR479Q. It also shows you the exact order to rotate the crankshaft to align the timing marks. Don’t trust a YouTube video that says “just feeler gauge it.” You need the factory procedure because the camshaft lobes are asymmetrical. Page 6 walks you through the sequence. Use a feeler gauge set with at least 0.02 mm increments. If the clearance is off by even 0.05 mm, you’ll either burn a valve or hear a tapping noise that will drive you insane.

Engine Assembly and Routine Inspection

Part I starts with a full engine assembly chapter. Routine inspection covers oil leaks, drive belt tension, and compression test values. But the real meat is in Chapter 2: component replacement. Timing belt replacement (Section 2.3) is on page 17. You need a special tool to lock the camshaft sprocket – the manual illustrates the tool dimensions. Don’t try to hold the sprocket with a strap wrench; you’ll strip the teeth. Camshaft replacement (Section 2.4) requires measuring the journal clearance with Plastigage. No shortcut. The manual gives you the bearing cap torque in two stages: 20 N·m then 40 N·m. Write it down on your board so you don’t forget.

Fuel System: Pressure Check and Injector Replacement

Chapter 4 covers the fuel system for MR7131A, MR7151A, and MR7161A. Section 4.1 tells you to connect a pressure gauge to the service port on the fuel rail. Operating pressure: 350–400 kPa. If it’s lower, the fuel pump or regulator is shot. Injector replacement uses a puller tool – don’t pry on the plastic connector. The manual includes the o-ring size and a warning about fuel spillage near hot exhaust. You’d be surprised how many guys skip the fuel emission control system test in Section 4.5. That section covers the carbon canister and purge valve. A stuck open purge valve will set a P0443 code and the engine will run lean. Test with a hand vacuum pump. The manual shows the resistance range for the solenoid: 22–30 ohms.

Why Factory OEM Documentation Beats Aftermarket

I’ve seen aftermarket manuals that combine 15 years of models into one book. They skip steps. They use generic torque values like “8–12 ft-lb.” This 2007 Geely CK workshop manual is the exact copy the dealer techs used. It was printed by Geely International Corporation in November 2007. The phone number and address are on page 1 – that’s how you know it’s real. Every wiring diagram, every fluid capacity, every bolt torque comes from the engineering team in Shanghai. Aftermarket books don’t carry the same liability. If you shear off a bolt in the cylinder head because your manual said “tighten securely,” that’s on you. Factory specs are law.

Let’s talk about the clutch and transaxle. Chapter 7 gives you the clutch disc diameter and pressure plate release load. Chapter 8 covers the manual transmission removal and the vehicle speed sensor. The sensor replacement is two bolts – but if you don’t seat the O-ring correctly, you’ll have a transmission fluid leak. The manual even includes the sealant type for the transaxle case halves. You won’t find that in a generic Haynes book.

Now, about the cooling system. Chapter 6 covers the water pump, thermostat, and radiator replacement. Thermostat opening temperature: 82°C. Radiator cap pressure: 1.1–1.3 bar. If your engine is overheating and you replaced the radiator but used an aftermarket cap that doesn’t hold the correct pressure, the coolant will boil over. The manual’s system check (Section 6.1) tells you to perform a pressure test on the cooling system before condemning the water pump. That step alone can save you hours of unbolting parts you didn’t need to touch.

Audience: Who Should Buy This Manual

If you’re a home garage enthusiast with a 2007 Geely CK – maybe you bought it cheap, maybe it’s your daily driver – you need this manual. You don’t have a lift, you don’t have a scan tool that talks to Chinese ECUs, but you have this book. It gives you the step-by-step to change the oil pump seal (Section 3.2) without dropping the oil pan, and the generator replacement procedure (Section 3.5) that tells you to disconnect the battery first. Beginners: read the entire chapter before you touch a wrench. That’s what the manual expects. Professionals: use this as your quick-reference for torque values and special tool numbers. There is a section titled “Routine Inspection” that every shop should run through before you start tearing down the engine.

Related manuals you might need: Automotive Industry Overview provides context on vehicle standards. Also check Manual Transmission for general MT principles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this manual cover the MR479Q and MR479QA engines?

Yes. Part I, Chapters 1–3 address the MR479Q, MR479QA, and MR481QA engines with specific torque values, valve clearances, and lubrication system procedures.

Are torque specs given in both N·m and lb-ft?

No. The manual uses N·m. You’ll need to convert if you only have inch-pound tools. A standard conversion chart is on page 390.

Is this a direct copy of the 2007 dealer service manual?

Yes. It is the exact OEM PDF from Geely International Corporation, published November 2007, 392 pages. No reprint, no editing.

Can I use this for a 2008 Geely CK?

Engine and chassis components may differ. Check the VIN. The 2008 model had a revised fuel system; this manual only covers 2007 specifications as listed in the table of contents.

Don’t waste another Saturday with a generic guide that tells you to “remove the engine” without telling you the crankshaft pulley bolt torque. Access the Factory Manual now and get the real numbers.