2026 BYD Shark 6 Owner's Manual

2026 BYD Shark 6 owners manual
Year:
2026
Make:
BYD
Model:
Shark 6

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5.07 MB
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Table of Contents

Safety
11
Seat Belts
12
Seat Belt Overview
12
Seat Belt Overview
12
Emergency Locking Retractor Function
12
Pretensioner and Force Limiter Function*
12
Using Seat Belts
12
Using Seat Belts
12
Seat Belt Reminders
14
Airbags
15
Airbag Overview
15
Airbag Overview
15
Airbag Types
16
Airbag Types
16
Driver and Front Passenger Airbags
17
Seat Side Airbags
17
Front Far Side Airbag
17
Side Curtain Airbags
18
Airbag Triggering Conditions and Precautions
18
18
18
19
19
Child Restraint Systems
22
Child Restraint Systems
22
Child Restraint Systems
22
Child Restraint System Anchorages
22
Installing Child Restraint Systems
23
Working Modes of Dual-Mode
25
Introduction of Dual-Mode System Working Mode
25
Introduction of Dual-Mode System Working Mode (Four Wheel Drive)
25
Working Mode Selection of Dual-Mode System
26
Working Mode Selection of Dual-Mode System
26
Working Mode Precautions of Dual-Mode System
28
Working Mode Precautions of Dual-Mode System
28
Anti-theft Alarm System
30
Anti-theft Alarm System
30
Anti-theft Alarm System
30
Data Collection and Processing
31
Data Collection and Processing
31
Data Collection and Processing
31
Vehicle Data Processing
31
Permanent Vehicle Transfer to Third Parties and Offline Mode
33
Disclosure of Personal Data to Authorities
33
Your Data Protection Rights
33
Instrument Cluster
35
Instrument Cluster
36
Instrument Cluster View
36
LCD Instrument Cluster
36
Instrument Cluster Indicators
37
Indicators and Warning Lights
37
Warning Light/Indicator Description
40
Other Instrument Cluster Fault Prompts
46
Controller Operation
49
Doors and Keys
50
Keys
50
Keys
50
Electronic Smart Key
50
Mechanical Key
51
52
NFC Digital Key
52
Locking/Unlocking Doors
54
Locking/Unlocking with Mechanical Key
54
Opening with Interior Door Handle
54
Locking/Unlocking with Smart Key
54
Finding the Vehicle with Smart Key
55
Raising/Lowering Windows with Smart Key
55
Locking/Unlocking with Microswitch
55
Raising/Lowering Windows with Microswitch
56
Locking/Unlocking with NFC Key
56
Locking/Unlocking the Tailgate
57
Emergency Tailgate Unlocking from the Inside
58
Locking/Unlocking with Central Locking
58
Emergency Vehicle Locking with Mechanical Key
59
Smart Access and Start System
59
Smart Access and Start System
59
Access
59
Start-up
60
Child Protection Lock
61
Child Protection Lock
61
Seats
61
Seat Precautions
61
Seat Precautions
61
Adjusting Front Seats
62
Adjusting Front Seat with Power
62
Heating and Ventilation Systems*
63
Folding Rear Seats
64
Folding Rear Seats
64
Head Supports
64
Adjusting Head Supports
64
Steering Wheel
65
Steering Wheel Switches
65
Steering Wheel Switches
65
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
69
Adjusting the Steering Wheel Manually*
69
Steering Assist Mode Settings
69
Wipers
69
Wiper Switches
69
Front Windshield Wipers and Washer
69
Replacing Wiper Blades
71
Replacing Wiper Blades
71
Rearview Mirrors
72
Interior Rearview Mirror
72
Automatic Anti-glare Interior Rearview Mirror
72
Side Mirrors
72
Side Mirror Adjustment Buttons
72
Folding Side Mirrors
73
Side Mirror Defrosters
73
Switches
74
Light Switches
74
Light Switches
74
Adjusting Headlight Height
76
Driver's Door Switches
77
Power Window Switches
77
Window Lock Button
78
Central Locking
78
Passenger Side Window Switches
78
Passenger Side Window Switches
78
Odometer Switch
78
Odometer Switch
78
Hazard Warning Light Switch
79
Hazard Warning Light Switch
79
Interior Light Switch
79
Front Interior Lights Switches
79
Rear Interior Light Switches
79
Pickup Bed Light Switch
80
Pickup Bed Light Switch
80
Using and Driving
81
Charging/Discharging
82
Charging Instructions
82
Charging Safety Warnings
82
Charging Precautions
83
General Charging Troubleshooting
85
Charging
86
Check before Charging
86
Using Mode 2 Charging Cable
86
Using AC Charging Piles
88
Using DC Charging Piles*
89
Smart Charging
90
91
External Discharging
92
Discharging in the Pickup Bed
94
Target SOC Setting
95
Target SOC Setting*
95
Mode Memory
96
Electricity Generation by Pressing the Accelerator Pedal
96
Charging Port Immobilizer System
96
Charging Port Immobilizer System
96
Emergency Unlocking of the Charge Port
98
Range Mode*
98
Range Mode Settings*
98
Regenerative Braking Intensity Settings
98
Regenerative Braking Settings
98
Batteries
99
High-Voltage Battery
99
High-Voltage Battery
99
High-Voltage Battery Maintenance
99
Low-Temperature Heating for High-Voltage Battery
100
Recycling the High-Voltage Battery
100
Low-Voltage Battery
100
Low-Voltage Battery
100
Waking up the Vehicle from Low SOC
101
Intelligent Charging
102
Usage Precautions
102
Break-in Period
102
Break-in Period Instructions
102
Trailer Towing
102
Trailer Towing
102
Driving Safety Precautions
110
Driving Safety Precautions
110
Suggestions for Vehicle Use
111
Suggestions for Vehicle Use and Storage
111
Fuel
112
Fuel Selection
112
Refueling
112
Saving Fuel and Extending Vehicle Service Life
113
Saving Fuel and Extending Vehicle Service Life
113
Carrying Luggage
115
Instructions for Carrying Luggage
115
Carrying Items in the Passenger Area
115
Loading the Pickup Bed
115
Roof Rack
116
Risk of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning
116
Risk of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning
116
Wading into Water
117
Instructions for Wading into Water
117
Fire Prevention
118
Fire Prevention Instructions
118
Starting and Driving
120
Starting the Vehicle
120
Starting inside the Vehicle
120
Driving
121
Settings for Vehicle Driving
121
Safety Check before Driving
122
Preparations before Driving
122
Kick-Down Function*
123
Driving Mode
123
123
Driving with Low Fuel Consumption
125
Driving with Low Fuel Consumption
125
Gear Shift Controls
126
Gear Shift Controls
126
The P Parking Switch
126
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
128
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
128
Engaging EPB Manually
128
Engaging EPB Automatically
128
Automatic EPB Release upon Vehicle Start
129
Emergency Braking When Brake Pedal Fails
129
EPB Trailer Mode
130
EPB System Indicator
130
EPB Operating Sound
130
Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH)
131
AVH Switch
131
Driving Precautions
132
Key Points for Driving
132
Winter Driving Precautions
133
134
Snow Chain Instructions
134
Driver Assistance
135
Cruise Control*
135
Cruise Control System Setup*
135
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
136
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
136
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)*
140
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)*
140
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)*
142
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)*
142
Intelligent High Beam Control (IHBC)*
145
Intelligent High Beam Control (IHBC)*
145
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
146
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
146
Emergency Lane Keeping Assist (ELKA)*
148
Emergency Lane Keeping Assist (ELKA)*
148
Blind Spot Assist (BSA)*
149
Blind Spot Assist (BSA)*
149
Head-up Display (W-HUD)*
151
Head-up Display (W-HUD)*
151
Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
151
Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
151
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS)
153
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)
153
Around View Monitor (AVM)*
154
Around View Monitor (AVM)*
154
Parking Assistance
156
Parking Assist System*
156
Reversing Radar Switch
156
Sensor Type
157
Distance Display and Speaker
157
Working Sensors and Detection Range
158
Driving Safety Systems
159
Introduction to Driving Safety Systems
159
Intelligent Power Braking System
159
Anti-lock Braking System
162
In-Vehicle Devices
165
Infotainment System
166
Infotainment Touchscreen
166
Infotainment Touchscreen
166
Navigation Bar
167
Navigation Bar
167
Gestures and Responses
167
Gestures and Responses
167
OTA Upgrade*
167
OTA Upgrade*
167
BYD Assistant
168
BYD Assistant
168
Bluetooth
168
Bluetooth
168
My Car*
168
My Car*
168
File Management
169
File Management
169
169
A/C System
171
A/C Panel
171
Front A/C Panel
171
A/C Operation Interface
171
Front A/C Operation Interface
171
A/C Settings
172
Function Definition
172
Function Definition
172
Usage Precautions
174
Switching on A/C with Cloud Service App
175
Switching on A/C with Cloud Service App
175
Vents
175
Front Center Vent
175
Front Side Vents
175
Rear Center Vent
176
BYD App
176
176
176
176
177
Storage
177
Door Bins
177
Door Bins
177
Glove Box
177
Glove Box
177
Center Console Cubby
177
Center Console Cubby
177
Seatback Pockets
177
Seatback Pockets
177
Glasses Case
178
Glasses Case
178
Cup Holder
178
Front Seat Cup Holder
178
Rear Seat Cup Holder
178
Other Devices
178
Sun Visor
178
Sun Visor
178
Grab Handles
179
Grab Handles
179
USB Ports
179
Front-Row USB Ports
179
Rear-Row USB Ports
179
On-Board Power Supply
180
12 V Auxiliary Power
180
Front 12 V Power Outlet
180
Wireless Phone Charger
180
Wireless Phone Charger
180
Maintenance
183
Maintenance Information
184
Maintenance Cycle and Items
184
Maintenance Plan
184
Maintenance Plan Requirements
184
Maintenance Schedule
184
Regular Maintenance
189
Regular Maintenance
189
Regular Maintenance Precautions
189
Vehicle Servicing
189
Vehicle Corrosion Prevention
190
Vehicle Corrosion Prevention
190
Paint Maintenance Tips
190
Paint Maintenance Tips
190
Vehicle Cleaning
191
Vehicle Cleaning
191
Manual Vehicle Washing
191
Automatic Vehicle Washing
192
Interior Cleaning
192
Interior Cleaning
192
Carpet
192
Seat Belt Maintenance
192
Doors and Windows
193
A/C Control Panel, Vehicle Speakers, Dashboard, Control Panel and Switches
193
Leather
193
Self-Maintenance
194
Self-Maintenance
194
Self-Maintenance Precautions
194
Self-Check
195
Lights
195
Vehicle Storage
196
Vehicle Storage Instructions
196
Hood
197
Opening and Closing the Hood
197
Engine
197
Engine Maintenance Information
197
Engine Cylinder Cleaning
198
Engine Oil
198
Cooling System
198
Coolant
198
Radiator and Condenser
199
Electric Fan
199
Braking System
200
Brake Fluid
200
Washer
200
Washer Fluid
200
Fuel Filter
200
Fuel Filter
200
A/C System
201
A/C System
201
Wiper Blades Maintenance
201
Wiper Blades Maintenance
201
Tires
202
Tire Instructions
202
Tire Inflation
202
Tire Inspection
203
Maintenance
203
Tire Rotation
204
Replacing Tires and Wheels
204
Fuses
205
Fuse Location
205
When Faults Occur
207
When Faults Occur
208
Reflective Vest
208
Reflective Vest
208
If Smart Key Battery Is Exhausted
208
If Smart Key Battery Is Exhausted
208
If a High Voltage Fault Occurs
208
If a High Voltage Fault Occurs
208
If the Vehicle Cannot Be Powered On
208
Simple Checks
208
Starting the Engine with Oil Spillage
209
If the Engine Fails to Start While Driving
209
If the Engine Fails to Start While Driving
209
If the Engine Is Overheated
210
If the Engine Is Overheated
210
If the Vehicle Needs Towing
210
If the Vehicle Needs Towing
210
Tow Eye
211
If a Tire Goes Flat
212
If a Tire Goes Flat
212
In-Vehicle Tools
212
Using the Spare Tire
213
Spare Tire Positions
213
Replacement of the Spare Tire
214
Specifications
219
Data
220
Vehicle Data
220
Vehicle Specifications
220
Information
224
Vehicle Identification
224
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
224
Model and Serial Number of Engine and Drive Motor
224
Vehicle Nameplate
225
Warning Labels
225
Warning Label Location
225
Transponder Mounting Position
226
Transponder Mounting Position
226
Declarations of Conformity
227
Declarations of Conformity
227
Abbreviations
235
Abbreviations
235

2026 BYD Shark 6 Overview

Owner's Manual

The Owner’s Manual for the 2026 BYD Shark 6 is an essential reference that explains safe operation, routine maintenance, and the vehicle’s advanced systems. It guides owners through instrument cluster functions, charging procedures, regenerative braking settings, and driver assistance features. Use it to learn scheduled service intervals, tire care, and warranty terms, and to understand alert indicators and recommended emergency responses. Regular consultation helps preserve performance, safety, and resale value.

Introduction

The 2026 BYD Shark 6 blends aerodynamic design with electric efficiency and modern luxury. Its sculpted silhouette, crisp LED lighting, and spacious cabin deliver a confident road presence while emphasizing comfort and connectivity. Inside, premium materials, a driver-focused cockpit, and intuitive infotainment create a refined daily experience. Engineered for responsiveness and range, the Shark 6 targets drivers seeking eco-friendly performance without sacrificing refinement or practical utility.

Powertrains

Powertrain options for the Shark 6 include single-motor and dual-motor electric layouts, tuned for the balance between efficiency and acceleration. The base configuration emphasizes extended range with a high-efficiency motor and optimized battery management. The dual-motor variant adds an electric all-wheel-drive system, delivering sharper throttle response and stronger traction for spirited driving or adverse conditions. Both setups support fast charging, intelligent energy recuperation modes, and software-upgradeable controls.

Trims

Trim levels for the Shark 6 range from value-oriented to fully equipped flagship editions. The entry trim provides essential safety systems, alloy wheels, and a practical infotainment suite. Mid-level trims add upgraded upholstery, enhanced driver aids, larger wheels, and comfort features like heated seats and advanced climate controls. The top-tier trim features premium finishes, panoramic glass roof, sport-tuned suspension, superior audio, and exclusive visual accents to elevate both aesthetics and driving engagement.

Features

Standard and available features combine to make the Shark 6 a modern, user-centric EV. Standard safety includes adaptive cruise, lane-centering, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and multiple airbags. Interior tech highlights wireless smartphone integration, a high-resolution instrument display, and a customizable ambient lighting system. Convenience features include keyless entry, hands-free tailgate, versatile cargo configurations, and multiple charging and connectivity ports. Optional packages offer enhanced driver assists, luxury seating, and performance-oriented upgrades. Standard warranty coverage reassures buyers.

User manual download

The BYD Shark 6 owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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