E-Z-GO TXT - Gas Owner Manual - Page 32

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Dangers and Warnings LUBRICATION Do not use more than three (3) pumps of grease in any grease fitting at any one time. Excess grease may cause grease seals to fail or grease migration into areas that could damage components. Putting more than three pumps of grease in a grease fitting could damage grease seals and cause premature bearing failure (Ref Fig. 30 on page - 22). Remove and inspect the spark plug at intervals indicated in the Periodic Service Schedule (Ref Fig. 13 on page 13). Spark plug should be properly gapped (Ref Fig. 31 on page - 22). Tighten to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm) torque. Plug King Pin King Pin Idler Arm Ball Joint on Rack and Rod Steering Unit 0.7 - 0.8 mm (.028" - .031") Gap Fig. 31 Gapping the Spark Plug Fouled spark plug is indicated by a wet, black appearance. This could be caused by a dirty air filter element or other restrictions in the air intake system. Incorrectly adjusted valves, spark plug wire which are in poor condition or poor quality fuel could also contribute to the problem. PROLONGED STORAGE Ref Lub 4S View From Underside Of Vehicle Fig. 30 Lubrication Points SPARK PLUG Tool List Qty. Required Spark plug socket, 13/16", 1/2" drive 1 Ratchet, 1/2" drive 1 Plug gauge, wire type 1 Anti-seize compound AR Torque wrench, 1/2" drive, ft. lbs 1 Use care not to over-tighten the plug. Over-tightening can cause damage to the aluminum cylinder head threads. To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death resulting from a possible explosion: Do not handle fuel in an area that is not adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near the fuel tank or refuel near open flame or electrical items which could produce a spark. Store vehicle in a clean, dry area. Do not store in same area as a stove, furnace, water heater, or other appliance that uses a pilot light or has a device that can create a spark. When refueling, inspect the fuel cap for leaks or breaks that could result in fuel spillage. Always wear safety glasses while refueling to prevent possible eye injury from gasoline or gasoline vapor. Page 22 Owner's Manual and Service Guide