Direction Selector (Dual Cable System); Prolonged Storage; Hardware - Ezgo FREEDOM HP Owner's Manual And Service Manual

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
Remove and inspect the spark plugs at intervals indi-
cated in the Periodic Service Schedule (Ref. Fig. 17 on
page 13). All new spark plugs should be properly gapped
before installation (Ref. Fig. 39 on page 23). Apply a light
coat of anti-seize compound and tighten to 18 ft. lbs. (24
Nm) torque.
Fouled spark plugs are indicated by a wet, black appear-
ance. This could be caused by a dirty air filter element or
other restrictions in the air intake system. Incorrectly
adjusted valves, spark plug wires which are in poor con-
dition or poor quality fuel could also contribute to the
problem.

DIRECTION SELECTOR (Dual Cable system)

The direction selector is a mechanical device that oper-
ates cables connected to the rear axle. The cables are
sealed and do not require lubrication, but may require
occasional adjustment (Ref. Fig. 37 on page 22). The
only other maintenance required is periodic lubrication of
the linkage and related moving parts.
NEUTRAL
Ref Sca 1
Fig. 37 Shift Cable Adjustment

PROLONGED STORAGE

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ble explosion:
Do not handle fuel in an area that is not adequate-
ly 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 pre-
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Factory Installed
Length
1 3/8" (3.5 cm)
To reduce the possibility
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of severe injury or death
resulting from a possi-
Owner's Manual and Service Guide
vent possible eye injury from gasoline or gasoline
vapor.
Keep hands, clothing and jewelry away from mov-
ing parts. Use care not to contact hot objects.
Raise the rear of the vehicle and support on jack
stands before attempting to run the engine.
Preparing the engine for a prolonged storage period (30
days or more) calls for a few simple steps to prevent a
build up of varnish and gum in the carburetor and corro-
sion in the engine.
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Raise the rear of the vehicle and support on jack
stands. Refer to 'Lifting the Vehicle' for proper lift-
ing procedure and safety information.
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Disconnect the fuel hose at the fuel tank and
plug hose.
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With proper ventilation, depress the accelerator
pedal and allow engine to run until it stops due to
lack of fuel.
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Remove spark plugs (Refer to SPARK PLUGS on
page 21) and pour about 1 oz. (30 ml) of engine
oil into each cylinder. Replace spark plugs,
ground spark plug wires and use starter to turn
engine over a few seconds to distribute oil.
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Add a gasoline additive to the tank in accordance
with the manufacturer's recommendations.
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Reattach fuel line to tank and drive the vehicle for
several minutes to circulate the additive through
the carburetor.
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While engine is still warm, change oil (Refer to
CHANGING THE OIL on page 15).
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Clean body, chassis and engine of debris, mud,
chaff or grass (Refer to AIR INTAKE AND COOL-
ING FINS on page 20).

HARDWARE

Periodically, the vehicle should be inspected for loose
fasteners. Fasteners should be tightened in accordance
with the Torque Specifications table (Ref. Fig. 38 on
page 23).
Use care when tightening fasteners and refer to the
Technician's Repair and Service Manual for specific
torque values.
Generally, three grades of hardware are used in the vehi-
cle. Grade 5 hardware can be identified by the three
marks on the hexagonal head and grade 8 hardware is
identified by 6 marks on the head. Unmarked hardware is
Grade 2.