E-Z-GO Freedom RXV - Gas Owner Manual - Page 23

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION

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Owner’s Guide

Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS.

B

B

KEY SWITCH

Located on the dash panel, the key switch (1) enables

the basic electrical system of the vehicle to be turned on

and off by turning the key. To prevent inadvertent opera-

tion of the vehicle when left unattended, the key should

be turned to the ‘OFF’ position and removed.

DIRECTION SELECTOR

To reduce the possibility of component damage, the

vehicle must be completely stopped before moving the

direction selector.

Located on the seat sup-

port panel, this lever per-

mits the selection of ei-

ther ‘F’ (forward) or ‘R’

(reverse). Neutral can be

locked by following the in-

structions under ’Neutral

Lock’ in the Towing sec-

tion of this guide. The ve-

hicle should be left in ‘F’

when unattended.

Fig. 7

Direction Selector

ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Unintentional movement of the accelerator

pedal will release the park brake and may

cause the vehicle to move, which could cause

severe personal injury or death.

With the key switch in the ’ON’ position, depressing the

accelerator pedal starts the engine. When the pedal is

released, the engine will stop. To stop the vehicle more

quickly, depress the service brake.

Depressing the accelerator pedal will release the park

brake if it is engaged. This is a feature to assure the

vehicle is not driven with the park brake engaged. This

is not the preferred method of releasing the park brake.

COMBINATION SERVICE BRAKE & PARK

BRAKE PEDAL

The service brake pedal incorporates a park brake fea-

ture. To engage the park brake, push down on the top

section of the pedal until it locks in place. The park

brake will release when the service brake pedal (lower

section) is depressed. Use the

LOWER

section of the

brake pedal to operate the service brake system.

Depressing the bottom of the brake pedal is the preferred

method of releasing the park brake to assure the longest ser-

vice life of the brake components.

CHOKE

Located on the seat support

panel, the choke is used to

aid cold starting. Pull the

choke knob out for the first

start of the day, or if the

vehicle does not start within

ten seconds after partially

depressing the accelerator

pedal. Do not operate at full

throttle until the engine has

reached operating tempera-

ture.

Fig. 8

Choke

FUEL GAUGE (IF SO EQUIPPED)

If the vehicle is equipped with an electric fuel gauge (2),

it is located in the dash panel to the left of the key switch

(1). The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel remain-

ing in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge operates only when

the key is in the ’ON’ position and the accelerator is

pressed.

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (IF SO

EQUIPPED)

The low oil pressure indicator is a light that will illumi-

nate when the oil pressure is low. The light is located in

the electric Fuel Gauge.

If the ’Low Pressure’ indicator is lit, check the oil level:

•

If the level is repeatedly between the ’L’ (low) and

’H’ (high) marks on the dipstick, a mechanical

problem may exist within the engine and the vehi-

cle should not be driven. Contact a local distribu-

tor or an authorized branch.

•

If the oil level is below the ’L’ mark on the dipstick,

add oil to bring the level to the ’H’ mark. Drive the

vehicle a short distance and check the oil pres-

sure light. If the oil pressure light does not come

on, continue to use the vehicle.

To prevent engine damage DO NOT operate the vehi-

Forward

Reverse

NOTICE

Section	Page
C_Model_Info-05Feb2010.pdf	3
E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc. is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the use of the material in this manual.	3
These are the original instructions as defined by 2006/42/EC.	3
OWNER’S MANUAL AND SERVICE GUIDE	3
GASOLINE POWERED	3
FLEET GOLF CARS	3
RXV GOLF CAR	3
RXV FREEDOM™	3
RXV SHUTTLE 2 + 2	3
STARTING MODEL YEAR 2011	3
The use of non Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts may void the warranty.	4
BATTERY PROLONGED STORAGE	4
E_Operation_Service_Info1-28APR10.pdf	21
In order to obtain correct components for the vehicle, the manufacture date code, serial number and vehicle model must be provided when ordering service parts.	21
Fig. 1 Serial Number Location on Steering Column	21
Fig. 2 Serial Number on Front Frame	21
Fig. 3 Serial Number on Rear Frame	21
BEFORE INITIAL USE	22
.	22
Fig. 4 Initial Service Chart	22
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS	22
1. Key Switch	22
2. Fuel Gauge (optional)	22
3. Head Light Switch (optional)	22
4. Turn Signal Switch (optional)	22
5. Horn Button (optional)	22
6. Accelerator Pedal	22
7. Service Brake Pedal	22
8. Park Brake	22
Fig. 5 Operator Controls & Gauges	22
9. Hour Meter (optional)	22
10. Direction Selector	22
11. Choke	22
Fig. 6 Hour Meter	22
Key Switch	23
Direction Selector	23
Fig. 7 Direction Selector	23
Accelerator Pedal	23
Combination SERVICE Brake & Park Brake Pedal	23
Choke	23
Fig. 8 Choke	23
Fuel Gauge (IF SO EQUIPPED)	23
Low Oil Pressure Indicator (IF SO EQUIPPED)	23
Headlight Switch (IF SO EQUIPPED)	24
Turn Signal Switch (IF SO EQUIPPED)	24
Horn (IF SO EQUIPPED)	24
OPERATING THE VEHICLE	24
Run-In	24
The oil dipstick and cap must be in place before operating the engine. Failure to install the dipstick and cap will result in oil becoming contaminated and/or being discharged into the engine compartment.	25
Fig. 9 Oil Dipstick and Cap	25
Fig. 10 Check Oil Level	25
Cold Starting	25
Starting and Driving	25
Starting Vehicle On A Hill	26
Coasting	26
Fuel	26
Fig. 11 Fueling	26
Battery	27
Starting a Vehicle with a Discharged Battery	27
Labels and Pictograms	27
Sun Top And Windshield	27
VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE	27
Vehicle Cleaning	27
REPAIR	28
Lifting The Vehicle	28
Fig. 12 Chock Wheels	28
T	29
Fig. 13 Lifting the Vehicle	29
WHEELS AND TIRES	29
Tire Repair	29
Tire plug tools and plugs are available at most automotive parts outlets and have the advantage of not requiring the tire be removed from the wheel.	30
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Wheel Installation	30
It is important to follow the ‘cross sequence’ pattern when installing lug nuts. This will assure even seating of the wheel against the hub.	30
Fig. 14 Wheel Installation	30
Light Bulb Replacement	30
Head Light Bulb Replacement	30
1. Turn the headlight bulb (3) clockwise and pull to remove.	30
2. Disconnect the accessory harness (5) from the light bulb.	30
Fig. 15 Head Light Bulb Replacement	31
3. Connect the accessory harness (5) to the light bulb (3).	31
4. Align the bulb with the opening in the back of the headlight assembly.	31
5. Turn the bulb (3) counter clockwise until it stops.	31
Turn signal Bulb Replacement	31
1. Remove the phillips head screw (7) and turn the retaining collar (8) to align with the turn signal bulb housing (9).	31
2. Grip the turn signal bulb housing (9) and pull backward to remove housing from the headlight assembly.	31
Fig. 16 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement	31
3. Remove the bulb from the housing and replace with a new one.	31
4. Push turn signal housing (9) into headlight assembly firmly, making sure that it is seated completely.	31
5. Turn the retaining collar (8) to secure the bulb housing and install the phillips head screw (7) to secure in place.	31
Tail Light/Brake Light Bulb Replacement	31
1. Remove the two phillips head screws (8) that secure the lens (9) to the tail light assembly.	31
2. Remove the light bulb.	31
3. Install the new light bulb.	31
4. Install the lens (9) and secure in place with the two phillips head screws. (8)	31
Fig. 17 Tail and Brake Light Bulb Replacement	31
TRANSPORTING VEHICLE	31
Towing	31
Neutral Lock	32
.	32
Fig. 18 Neutral Lock	32
Hauling	32
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE	33
PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE	33
P - CHECK C&A - CHECK & ADJUST CL - CLEAN R - REPLACE	33
Fig. 19	33
CAPACITIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS	35
Fig. 22 Torque Specifications and Bolt Grades	35
Tire Inspection	36
Rear Axle	36
Checking the Lubricant Level	36
Fig. 23 Add, Check and Drain Axle Lubricant	36
Checking the Oil Level	36
Fig. 24 Oil Dipstick & Cap	37
Fig. 25 Check Oil Level on Dipstick	37
When adding oil between oil changes, do not mix brands and viscosity grades of oil.	37
Changing the Oil	37
Fig. 26 Oil Viscosity Chart	37
Fig. 27 Cleaning Top of Engine	38
Fig. 28 Remove Oil Filter	38
Fig. 29 Inspect Oil Filter	38
Fig. 30 Oil Drain Plug	38
Fig. 31 Add Engine Oil	39
The oil dipstick and cap must be in place before operating the engine. Failure to install the dipstick and cap will result in oil being discharged into the engine compartment.	39
AIR CLEANER INSPECTION and REPLACEMENT	39
The air cleaner unit on the vehicle is a dry unit. DO NOT use oil on the filter element or any part of the unit.	39
Fig. 32 Air Cleaner	39
Cleaning the Air Filter Element	39
Fig. 33 .Air Cleaner Assembly	39
A loose belt can cause audible vibration and squeal.	40
Fig. 34 Checking Belt Tension with Gauge	40
Fig. 35 Checking Belt Tension with Finger	40
Adjusting the Belt	40
Fig. 36 Adjusting the Belt Tension	40
COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING	40
Fig. 37 Cleaning Cooling System with Air	40
SPARK PLUG	41
Fig. 38 Gapping the Spark Plug	41
Cleaning the Battery	41
Fig. 39 Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution	41
Battery Removal and Installation	41
Fig. 40 Battery Removal	42
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Periodic Brake Performance Test (PBPT)	42
Fig. 41 Periodic Brake Performance Test	43
Over time, a subtle loss of performance may take place; therefore, it is important to establish the standard with a new vehicle.	43
PROLONGED STORAGE	43
F Specification--gas-10Feb10.pdf	48
RXV GAS - FREEDOM VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS	49
RXV GAS - SHUTTLE 2 + 2 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS	50
Fig. 42 Flee & Freedom Vehicle Dimensions	51
Fig. 42 Shuttle 2 + 2 Vehicle Dimensions	52

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