E-Z-GO Express L4 - Electric Owner Manual - Page 45

OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers. Changing Performance Options The performance option may be changed if the existing option is not compatible with the terrain that the vehicle will be operated. Performance Option Top Speed Compression Anti-Stall Braking Protection Strength 1. Raise the seat and ensure that the Run-Tow/ Maintenance switch is in the 'RUN' position. 1. Airport 4 - 8 mph (6 - 12.8 kmph) None Yes 2. Ensure that the charger is unplugged from the 2. Golf Flat 10.2-14.8 mph (16.4-23.8 kmph) None Yes vehicle. 3. Locate the vehicle diagnostic port and remove the environmental cover. 3. Golf Steep Hills 4. Golf Mild Hills 10.2-14.8 mph (16.4- 23.8 kmph) 10.2-14.8 mph (16.4- 23.8 kmph) Heavy Mild Yes Yes 4 4. Connect the handheld diagnostic tool and select the desired performance setting. 5. Freedom 14.5 - 19.5 mph (23.3- 31.3 kmph) None Yes 5. Disconnect the handheld diagnostic tool, replace the environmental cover and seat. Performance Options At monthly intervals, test the TCT system by allowing the vehicle to roll down an incline with the accelerator pedal released. Braking force should be felt at approximately 2 mph (3 kph) indicating that the TCT system is functioning. If vehicle speed continues to rise, apply the service brake to control speed and proceed with diagnostic check. NOTICE Charging the vehicle will also de-activate the diagnostic mode and the handheld diagnostic tool will not operate. The two-position 'Run-Tow/Maintenance' switch is located under the passenger side of the seat on the ESC environmental cover. Operation With the switch in 'TOW/MAINTENANCE/STORAGE' position: • the controller is deactivated. • the electronic braking feature is deactivated which allows the vehicle to be towed or roll freely. • the warning beeper is deactivated. With the switch in 'RUN' position: • the controller is activated. • the electronic braking feature and warning beeper features are activated. NOTICE TCT vehicles operate only in the 'RUN' position. If all of the following events occur with the switch in 'RUN' position a) the vehicle has been stopped for more than one second. b) the accelerator pedal has been released for more than one sec- ond. c) the vehicle begins to roll above 2 mph (3 kph). the electronic braking will limit speed to approximately 2 mph (3 kph) and the warning beeper will sound. When the accelerator pedal is depressed, the electronic braking and warning beeper will be overridden and normal vehicle operation resumes. The system functions in all key switch positions. RUN TOW MAINTENANCE STORAGE TOWING - Always select 'TOW MAINTENANCE STORAGE' position before towing DO NOT alter or tamper with this unit. Unauthorized modifications can result in SERIOUS INJURY or damage to the vehicle and will void the warranty. To disable electrical system, turn key switch to 'OFF' and remove battery wires. ALWAYS turn key to 'OFF' before disconnecting or reconnecting battery wires. ELECTRICAL ARC or BATTERY EXPLOSION can occur if key is not in the 'OFF' position. WAIT 30 seconds after reconnecting batteries BEFORE turning key switch to 'REVERSE', 'FORWARD' or 'NEUTRAL' positions. 613048 Controller Environmental Cover 4- 9