Why does the Chery Tiggo 3 shake when cold?
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Shaking in the Chery Tiggo 3 when cold may be due to insufficient break-in of the powertrain. Tiggo 3 Interior Design: In terms of interior design, the "New Tiggo 3" adopts the LifeMotion youthful design language, creating a trendy horizontal integrated tech-inspired dashboard layout. It features customizable dual-tone air vents and door trim designs, showcasing a fashionable and personalized touch. The interior is equipped with IceBlue self-illuminating 3D instrument clusters, an 8-inch ultra-large smart touchscreen, new wrapped leather-blend seats, a practical multifunction leather steering wheel, and piano black lacquer interior trim, highlighting a cool and intelligent tech style. The Tiggo 3's interior also shows significant improvements in quality. While retaining the classic style of the previous model, the materials and craftsmanship are now on a completely different level. The vehicle meets international standards in both material selection and assembly processes, especially with the use of three-proof fabric, which greatly enhances the durability of the interior while being more environmentally friendly. In terms of color coordination, the Tiggo 3 adopts a mature upper-black and lower-beige design, creating a warm and bright driving atmosphere. Powertrain and Handling: The Tiggo 3 continues the advantages of the previous model in terms of both power and fuel efficiency. It is equipped with a 1.6L DVVT engine featuring continuous variable valve timing technology, paired with either a 7CVT or 5MT transmission. This powertrain has been thoroughly tested in the market and has a strong reputation for reliability and durability. On this basis, Chery has further optimized the powertrain of the Tiggo 3. After re-optimization, the powertrain performs even better in terms of fuel economy and smooth handling. The 5MT model achieves a combined fuel consumption of only 6.7L per 100km, a figure that surpasses most joint-venture SUVs in the same class. The 7CVT model also reduces its combined fuel consumption to 8.2L per 100km. Notably, the Tiggo 3 is the only SUV in its class to use the 1.6L DVVT + 7CVT powertrain combination.
My Chery Tiggo 3 keeps shaking during cold starts. Based on my years of driving experience, this is mostly caused by unstable engine operation in cold conditions. There might be issues with the fuel system, like clogged fuel injectors leading to uneven fuel supply; or the spark plugs may have weakened after years of use, failing to ignite the fuel properly. Also, excessive carbon buildup in the intake system can block airflow, disrupting the computer-controlled fuel injection. Last year, I cleaned the carbon deposits and replaced the spark plugs, which significantly reduced the shaking. A friendly reminder: don’t delay fixing it, as prolonged issues can worsen engine wear, increase fuel consumption, and even compromise driving safety. If you’re not familiar with repairs, it’s better to take it to a repair shop for a diagnostic scan—prevention is always better than cure.
