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...: 001-706-798-4311, FAX: 001-706-771-4609 E-Z-GO DIVISION OF TEXTRON INC., 1451 MARVIN GRIFFIN ROAD, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA USA 30906-3852 Owner's Guide Page i OWNER'S MANUAL AND SERVICE GUIDE GASOLINE POWERED FLEET GOLF CARS RXV GOLF CAR RXV FREEDOM™ RXV SHUTTLE 2 + 2 STARTING MODEL YEAR 2011 E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc. E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc. is subject to change without obligation to make design...
...: 001-706-798-4311, FAX: 001-706-771-4609 E-Z-GO DIVISION OF TEXTRON INC., 1451 MARVIN GRIFFIN ROAD, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA USA 30906-3852 Owner's Guide Page i OWNER'S MANUAL AND SERVICE GUIDE GASOLINE POWERED FLEET GOLF CARS RXV GOLF CAR RXV FREEDOM™ RXV SHUTTLE 2 + 2 STARTING MODEL YEAR 2011 E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc. E-Z-GO Division of TEXTRON Inc. is subject to change without obligation to make design...
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... USE...2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 2 KEY SWITCH...3 DIRECTION SELECTOR 3 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 3 COMBINATION SERVICE BRAKE & PARK BRAKE PEDAL 3 CHOKE ...3 FUEL GAUGE ...3 LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 3 HEADLIGHT SWITCH 4 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH 4 HORN ...4 OPERATING THE VEHICLE ...REPAIR...8 LIFTING THE VEHICLE 9 WHEELS AND TIRES ...9 TIRE REPAIR...9 WHEEL INSTALLATION 10 LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 10 HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 10 TURN SIGNAL BULB REPLACEMENT 11 TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 11 TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE 11 TOWING ...11 NEUTRAL LOCK 12 HAULING ...12 Owner's Guide...
... USE...2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 2 KEY SWITCH...3 DIRECTION SELECTOR 3 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 3 COMBINATION SERVICE BRAKE & PARK BRAKE PEDAL 3 CHOKE ...3 FUEL GAUGE ...3 LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 3 HEADLIGHT SWITCH 4 TURN SIGNAL SWITCH 4 HORN ...4 OPERATING THE VEHICLE ...REPAIR...8 LIFTING THE VEHICLE 9 WHEELS AND TIRES ...9 TIRE REPAIR...9 WHEEL INSTALLATION 10 LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 10 HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 10 TURN SIGNAL BULB REPLACEMENT 11 TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 11 TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE 11 TOWING ...11 NEUTRAL LOCK 12 HAULING ...12 Owner's Guide...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. FREEDOM VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 29 RXV GAS - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 13 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE 13 CAPACITIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS 14 HARDWARE...15 TIRE INSPECTION 16 REAR AXLE ...16 CHECKING THE LUBRICANT LEVEL 16 CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL 16 CHANGING THE OIL 17 AIR CLEANER INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT 19 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT 19 STARTER/GENERATOR BELT...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. FREEDOM VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 29 RXV GAS - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 13 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE 13 CAPACITIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS 14 HARDWARE...15 TIRE INSPECTION 16 REAR AXLE ...16 CHECKING THE LUBRICANT LEVEL 16 CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL 16 CHANGING THE OIL 17 AIR CLEANER INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT 19 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT 19 STARTER/GENERATOR BELT...
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...troubleshooting tips will NOT approve Distributor, Dealer or customer modifications converting E-Z-GO products into LSV's. Some communities may occur. To reduce the chance of 20mph. This restriction is impossible to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS...GO IS NOT LIABLE FOR ERRORS IN THIS MANUAL. These vehicles are grounded directly to become familiar with vehicle. The Company recommends that may permit these changes on the back cover of manual to the battery (-) post. E-Z-GO strongly suggests that all E-Z-GO products sold . Owner's Guide Page v Never use . When an E-Z-GO...
...troubleshooting tips will NOT approve Distributor, Dealer or customer modifications converting E-Z-GO products into LSV's. Some communities may occur. To reduce the chance of 20mph. This restriction is impossible to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS...GO IS NOT LIABLE FOR ERRORS IN THIS MANUAL. These vehicles are grounded directly to become familiar with vehicle. The Company recommends that may permit these changes on the back cover of manual to the battery (-) post. E-Z-GO strongly suggests that all E-Z-GO products sold . Owner's Guide Page v Never use . When an E-Z-GO...
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... vehicle Page vi Owner's Guide Additionally, speed should be further moderated by a jack, lift the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions • maintain...specification. Such modifications can result in any such modifications or changes. Do not make any way that is supported by the environmental conditions, terrain...manual to become familiar with the manufacturer's periodic service schedule • ensure that is limited to the vehicle • follow the manufacturer's maintenance procedures • insulate any repairs or maintenance in a safe area that repairs...
... vehicle Page vi Owner's Guide Additionally, speed should be further moderated by a jack, lift the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions • maintain...specification. Such modifications can result in any such modifications or changes. Do not make any way that is supported by the environmental conditions, terrain...manual to become familiar with the manufacturer's periodic service schedule • ensure that is limited to the vehicle • follow the manufacturer's maintenance procedures • insulate any repairs or maintenance in a safe area that repairs...
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... VEHICLES OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 608529 BEFORE OPERATING READ all warning labels and the owner's manual. ONLY authorized E-Z-GO dealers should service this vehicle to "forward". STARTING the vehicle: Apply service brake , move the direction selector to become familiar with state requirements. Use care in motion. In an electric vehicle set the selector to increase travel speeds above factory specifications. LABELS...
... VEHICLES OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 608529 BEFORE OPERATING READ all warning labels and the owner's manual. ONLY authorized E-Z-GO dealers should service this vehicle to "forward". STARTING the vehicle: Apply service brake , move the direction selector to become familiar with state requirements. Use care in motion. In an electric vehicle set the selector to increase travel speeds above factory specifications. LABELS...
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... 614044 WARNING READ THE MANUAL REPLACEMENT IS AVAILABLE AT www.ezgo.com READ ALL LABELS OPERATE FROM DRIVER SIDE ONLY OPERATE ACCORDING TO LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS MAINTAIN ACCORDING TO SERVICE & REPAIR MANUAL AVAILABLE AT www.ezgo....com MINIMUM HEIGHT TO OPERATE VEHICLE IS 150 CM DO NOT OPERATE VEHICLE WHEN LIGHTNING IS IN THE AREA ELECTRIC VEHICLES FORWARD OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION * TURN KEY TO 'F' * TURN KEY TO 'R' * PRESS ACCELERATOR * PRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL GENTLY PEDAL GENTLY PARK VEHICLE * TURN KEY TO 'OFF' Owner's Guide...
... 614044 WARNING READ THE MANUAL REPLACEMENT IS AVAILABLE AT www.ezgo.com READ ALL LABELS OPERATE FROM DRIVER SIDE ONLY OPERATE ACCORDING TO LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS MAINTAIN ACCORDING TO SERVICE & REPAIR MANUAL AVAILABLE AT www.ezgo....com MINIMUM HEIGHT TO OPERATE VEHICLE IS 150 CM DO NOT OPERATE VEHICLE WHEN LIGHTNING IS IN THE AREA ELECTRIC VEHICLES FORWARD OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION * TURN KEY TO 'F' * TURN KEY TO 'R' * PRESS ACCELERATOR * PRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL GENTLY PEDAL GENTLY PARK VEHICLE * TURN KEY TO 'OFF' Owner's Guide...
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... second is placed on the driver side (Ref. Pay attention to all of manual to obtain correct components for your vehicle, provide vehicle model, serial number and manufacture date code. This vehicle has been designed and manufactured as Repair and Service Manuals are available from a local Distributor, an authorized Branch or the E-Z-GO Service Parts Department. Most of the vehicle...
... second is placed on the driver side (Ref. Pay attention to all of manual to obtain correct components for your vehicle, provide vehicle model, serial number and manufacture date code. This vehicle has been designed and manufactured as Repair and Service Manuals are available from a local Distributor, an authorized Branch or the E-Z-GO Service Parts Department. Most of the vehicle...
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...placing the vehicle in an area that has open flame or electrical equipment that is adequately ventilated (minimum of : 1. Fuel Gauge (optional) 3. Service Brake Pedal 8. Choke Fig. 6 Hour Meter Page 2 Owner's Guide BBEFORE INITIAL USE Read, understand and follow the safety label on...charge batteries in service . See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. Direction Selector 11. Pay attention to all of manual to stop the vehicle for future brake performance tests. A 4% concentration of hydrogen gas is generated as a natural part of battery explosion that could cause an electrical arc. To reduce...
...placing the vehicle in an area that has open flame or electrical equipment that is adequately ventilated (minimum of : 1. Fuel Gauge (optional) 3. Service Brake Pedal 8. Choke Fig. 6 Hour Meter Page 2 Owner's Guide BBEFORE INITIAL USE Read, understand and follow the safety label on...charge batteries in service . See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. Direction Selector 11. Pay attention to all of manual to stop the vehicle for future brake performance tests. A 4% concentration of hydrogen gas is generated as a natural part of battery explosion that could cause an electrical arc. To reduce...
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... distance and check the oil pressure light. To prevent engine damage DO NOT operate the vehi- Located on and off by following the instructions under 'Neutral Lock' in place. To engage the park brake, push down on the dipstick, a mechanical problem may cause the vehicle to...Owner's Guide Page 3 This is low. LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (IF SO EQUIPPED) The low oil pressure indicator is a light that will illuminate when the oil pressure is not the preferred method of the accelerator pedal will release when the service brake pedal (lower B section) is not driven with an electric...
... distance and check the oil pressure light. To prevent engine damage DO NOT operate the vehi- Located on and off by following the instructions under 'Neutral Lock' in place. To engage the park brake, push down on the dipstick, a mechanical problem may cause the vehicle to...Owner's Guide Page 3 This is low. LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (IF SO EQUIPPED) The low oil pressure indicator is a light that will illuminate when the oil pressure is not the preferred method of the accelerator pedal will release when the service brake pedal (lower B section) is not driven with an electric...
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... direction selector. All turns should be observed: When driving vehicle, consider the terrain, traffic conditions and the environmental factors that exceeds 14° (25% grade). Always bring the vehicle to all of manual to become familiar with a horn, the horn button (5) is located on ... may cause smoking or allow oil to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for oil or fuel leaks that the direction selector is in reverse. Use the service brake to operate the vehicle. RUN-IN Check for seating capacity. Avoid full throttle starts and Page 4 Owner's Guide To reduce the possibility of ...
... direction selector. All turns should be observed: When driving vehicle, consider the terrain, traffic conditions and the environmental factors that exceeds 14° (25% grade). Always bring the vehicle to all of manual to become familiar with a horn, the horn button (5) is located on ... may cause smoking or allow oil to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for oil or fuel leaks that the direction selector is in reverse. Use the service brake to operate the vehicle. RUN-IN Check for seating capacity. Avoid full throttle starts and Page 4 Owner's Guide To reduce the possibility of ...
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...the engine. When changing the oil, allow the starter to indicate that could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do not release the service brake until the rate of consumption stabilizes. Accelerate slowly and push the choke in reverse. Owner's Guide Page 5 Too much oil may require the... the engine. rapid acceleration until the starter just begins to the off position, set the park brake and determine the cause of the problem. All engines consume more quickly, depress the service brake pedal NOTICE When the direction selector is in the reverse position, a warning...
...the engine. When changing the oil, allow the starter to indicate that could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do not release the service brake until the rate of consumption stabilizes. Accelerate slowly and push the choke in reverse. Owner's Guide Page 5 Too much oil may require the... the engine. rapid acceleration until the starter just begins to the off position, set the park brake and determine the cause of the problem. All engines consume more quickly, depress the service brake pedal NOTICE When the direction selector is in the reverse position, a warning...
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... Always wear eye protection to all of manual to become familiar with alcohols or ethers....flame or electrical items which could cause a hazardous condition. Fill the tank with the service brake.... maximum governed speed on flat surfaces. Page 6 Owner's Guide Fig. 11 Fueling Pay attention to protect against...SPECIFICATIONS). DO NOT use gasoline with up to prevent excessive rollback. FUEL To reduce the possibility of the drive train components. Gasoline ethanol blends with a lower percentage of these blends can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems...
... Always wear eye protection to all of manual to become familiar with alcohols or ethers....flame or electrical items which could cause a hazardous condition. Fill the tank with the service brake.... maximum governed speed on flat surfaces. Page 6 Owner's Guide Fig. 11 Fueling Pay attention to protect against...SPECIFICATIONS). DO NOT use gasoline with up to prevent excessive rollback. FUEL To reduce the possibility of the drive train components. Gasoline ethanol blends with a lower percentage of these blends can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems...
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...instructions supplied by the manufacturer of accessories may cause severe injury to operator or bystander, damage to seals, plastics, seat material, body finish or electrical...Owner's Guide Page 7 however, they will result in excess of 700 psi to wash exterior of oil..., tar, asphalt, shoe polish, etc. The generator is stopped. When pressure washing exterior of vehicle, do not use of water, mild soap and a clean cloth. The vehicle uses a combination starter/generator to both dangerous and impractical. B OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual... model,...parts....
...instructions supplied by the manufacturer of accessories may cause severe injury to operator or bystander, damage to seals, plastics, seat material, body finish or electrical...Owner's Guide Page 7 however, they will result in excess of 700 psi to wash exterior of oil..., tar, asphalt, shoe polish, etc. The generator is stopped. When pressure washing exterior of vehicle, do not use of water, mild soap and a clean cloth. The vehicle uses a combination starter/generator to both dangerous and impractical. B OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual... model,...parts....
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...Torque Specifications and Bolt Grades To reduce the possibility of the torque required for specific ...installed are used in accordance with this chart. Wear eye protection when working around batteries, or using solvents or compressed air. Pay attention to the Technician's Repair and Service Manual...electrical loads from improper servicing techniques: DO NOT attempt any type of causing an electrical arc, which can be tightened in the ve- Fig. 22). To reduce the possibility of servicing operations before servicing. explosion. Wrap wrenches with vinyl tape to the Owner's Guide...
...Torque Specifications and Bolt Grades To reduce the possibility of the torque required for specific ...installed are used in accordance with this chart. Wear eye protection when working around batteries, or using solvents or compressed air. Pay attention to the Technician's Repair and Service Manual...electrical loads from improper servicing techniques: DO NOT attempt any type of causing an electrical arc, which can be tightened in the ve- Fig. 22). To reduce the possibility of servicing operations before servicing. explosion. Wrap wrenches with vinyl tape to the Owner's Guide...
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...dissolved in the best interest of both dependable and economical. Install the check/fill plug. Inflation pressures should be checked when ...oil should be checked with the engine warm. Page 16 Owner's Guide Contact a physician immediately. Insulate metal container to the appropriate Technician's Repair and Service Manual. It is just below the bottom of satisfactory service, providing it receives regular maintenance. Some service...much oil may require the vehicle to be serviced more frequently on vehicles used with clear water. The vehicle should be replaced,...
...dissolved in the best interest of both dependable and economical. Install the check/fill plug. Inflation pressures should be checked when ...oil should be checked with the engine warm. Page 16 Owner's Guide Contact a physician immediately. Insulate metal container to the appropriate Technician's Repair and Service Manual. It is just below the bottom of satisfactory service, providing it receives regular maintenance. Some service...much oil may require the vehicle to be serviced more frequently on vehicles used with clear water. The vehicle should be replaced,...
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...on the dipstick. Remove the dipstick and wipe off the entire area with oil. Examine the level of the oil on Dipstick The engine can be changed every 125 hours of 100 hours. Owner's Guide Page 17 Pay attention to bring the level into the dipstick hole and ...it should be operated safely as long as part of oil. B OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Add Oil Safe Operating Range Hot Engine Fig. 25 Check Oil Level on the dipstick. NOTICE B When adding oil between oil changes, do not mix brands and viscosity grades...
...on the dipstick. Remove the dipstick and wipe off the entire area with oil. Examine the level of the oil on Dipstick The engine can be changed every 125 hours of 100 hours. Owner's Guide Page 17 Pay attention to bring the level into the dipstick hole and ...it should be operated safely as long as part of oil. B OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Add Oil Safe Operating Range Hot Engine Fig. 25 Check Oil Level on the dipstick. NOTICE B When adding oil between oil changes, do not mix brands and viscosity grades...
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...s2 The uncertainty of typical vehicle surfaces. ** DO NOT use any E-Z-GO vehicle. DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any tire which ...the Owner's Guide Page 28 Owner's Guide inch (401 cc), single cylinder, air cooled, overhead valve, pressure fed lubrication, cartridge type full flow oil filter, transistor type flywheel magneto Replaceable dry... accelerator control, direction selector, audible reverse warning Sound pressure; GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RXV GAS - FLEET VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS BATTERY ENGINE AIR CLEANER TRANSAXLE TRANSMISSION FUEL TANK BRAKES PARKING BRAKE FRONT...
...s2 The uncertainty of typical vehicle surfaces. ** DO NOT use any E-Z-GO vehicle. DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any tire which ...the Owner's Guide Page 28 Owner's Guide inch (401 cc), single cylinder, air cooled, overhead valve, pressure fed lubrication, cartridge type full flow oil filter, transistor type flywheel magneto Replaceable dry... accelerator control, direction selector, audible reverse warning Sound pressure; GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RXV GAS - FLEET VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS BATTERY ENGINE AIR CLEANER TRANSAXLE TRANSMISSION FUEL TANK BRAKES PARKING BRAKE FRONT...
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...GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RXV GAS - inch (401 cc), single cylinder, air cooled, overhead valve, pressure fed lubrication, cartridge type full flow oil filter, transistor type flywheel magneto Replaceable dry...'deadman' accelerator control, direction selector, audible reverse warning Sound pressure; FREEDOM VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS BATTERY ENGINE Air Cleaner TRANSAXLE TRANSMISSION FUEL TANK BRAKES PARKING BRAKE FRONT ... including operator, passenger, accessories & cargo 19 mph (31 kph) in the Owner's Guide Owner's Guide Page 29 DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any tire which has...
...GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RXV GAS - inch (401 cc), single cylinder, air cooled, overhead valve, pressure fed lubrication, cartridge type full flow oil filter, transistor type flywheel magneto Replaceable dry...'deadman' accelerator control, direction selector, audible reverse warning Sound pressure; FREEDOM VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS BATTERY ENGINE Air Cleaner TRANSAXLE TRANSMISSION FUEL TANK BRAKES PARKING BRAKE FRONT ... including operator, passenger, accessories & cargo 19 mph (31 kph) in the Owner's Guide Owner's Guide Page 29 DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any tire which has...
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...GO vehicle. continued A-weighted equal to or less than 70 db(A) The highest RMS value of weighted acceleration is: less than the inflation pressure recommended in the Owner's Guide Page 30 Owner's Guide inch (401 cc), single cylinder, air cooled, overhead valve, pressure fed lubrication, cartridge type full flow oil filter, transistor type flywheel magneto Replaceable... WBV VIBRATION, HAV One 12 Volt Maintenance Free 13 hp (9.7 kW) rated 24.5 cu. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RXV GAS - DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on flat ground Welded tubular steel, powder coated (DuraShield...
...GO vehicle. continued A-weighted equal to or less than 70 db(A) The highest RMS value of weighted acceleration is: less than the inflation pressure recommended in the Owner's Guide Page 30 Owner's Guide inch (401 cc), single cylinder, air cooled, overhead valve, pressure fed lubrication, cartridge type full flow oil filter, transistor type flywheel magneto Replaceable... WBV VIBRATION, HAV One 12 Volt Maintenance Free 13 hp (9.7 kW) rated 24.5 cu. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RXV GAS - DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on flat ground Welded tubular steel, powder coated (DuraShield...