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The BYD ATTO 2 is a compact electric SUV that sits between the smaller BYD Dolphin and the larger ATTO 3 in the line up. It is built on BYD’s dedicated e-Platform 3.0 for EVs and uses the company’s Blade Battery with LFP chemistry, integrated into the body using Cell-to-Body (CTB) construction...

Not a good idea to turn the car off until you're sure the battery has decent charge. Yes, you can jump the 12 V battery from a non-EV car. How to do it safely Park the donor car close, both cars off and unplugged from any charger. Find the EV’s 12 V jump points under the bonnet. Connect red...

The most likely cause is a flat 12 V battery. When the 12V is dead the car cannot wake the high-voltage system, so the contactors never close and the car will not accept a charge. After a month parked, this is common. What to do now Either use a jump starter to wake the car, or buy a smart 12...

Other than your 5 questions above (this is a pretty comprehensive list): Vehicle history and provenance Full service history, invoices, and any warranty work records. Accident or repair history, where repaired, and parts used. HPI or equivalent history check, outstanding finance, mileage...

A good idea to get quotes from local electricians. Check that the charger is compatible with Octopus (assuming they are your energy supplier) so they can control it when you're on one of their intelligent tarrifs. I'm with Intelligent Octopus Go. They will need to either control the car or...

Set Save to about 50% and keep it between 40% and 60% when you cannot plug in. Avoid letting it sit near 0% or above ~80% for long periods. Keeping day-to-day charge around the 50% reduces stress on the battery. On a daily basis, when you cannot plug in: choose Save ≈ 50%. Let it float between...

If it's the one car for your family, then how big is your family? Being a smaller car, if you're planning on having more than 2 kids, then you will, at that point, probably need something bigger. Also if it's your only car, then you need to be able to charge conveniently. The most convenient...

On RHD cars (e.g., Singapore), it sits behind the glovebox. Here’s a clear, safe DIY. BYD Dolphin – cabin air filter replacement (RHD e.g., Singapore) Tools – plastic trim tool (optional), torch, a new filter (OEM size ~210 × 200 × 30 mm; common part ref EM2E-8121211E). bydautopart.com+2FANS...

Here is how to log in on a Seal 05 DM-i in Azerbaijan when the QR code does not appear. Get the head unit online Settings -> Network -> Wi-Fi -> connect to your phone’s hotspot or home Wi-Fi. Open the browser on the car and load any page to confirm internet works. Check region and language...

What app are you trying to install?

BYD Seal 05 is a PHEV (it's called the BYD Seal 05 DM-i). The SOC rising from 17% to ~70% while driving is normal for the DM-i system. The engine can run a generator and push significant charge into the traction battery on the move, especially if the car was in a charge-friendly strategy. The...

The number of minor improvements which could be implemented (for all cars) would probably make a long list.

Can you try this and report back what you find?

The indicator behaviour you’re describing is normal on the Seal. The self-cancelling mechanism is very sensitive, so the signal often stops flashing as soon as the wheel comes back even a fraction. It isn’t a software setting that can be tweaked - the cancelling point is mechanical, built into...

Yep - there are a few practical fixes. Hydrophobic coating on the lens Wipe the lens clean, then apply a plastic-safe water-repellent (eg a coating designed for mirrors/camera lenses). It helps droplets bead and roll off. You’ll need to reapply periodically. More info here. Clip-on rain hood...