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If you have any messages that follow this symbol to questions concerning this manual, avoid possible injury or death. please consult your Yamaha dealer. A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not Read and understand this manual...
Yamaha Golf-Car Company hereby warrants that any • Any charges incurred in transporting a golf car or new YDRA gas or YDRE electric Yamaha golf car pur- charger to and from an authorized Yamaha golf car chased from an authorized Yamaha golf car dealer in...
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SORE vehicle, but Yamaha Golf-Car for that part. If the part fails before the first sched- Company cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of uled replacement, the part will be repaired or receipts.
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WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part other- wise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if Yamaha Golf-Car Company demonstrates that the SORE vehicle has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and...
IMPORTANT LABELS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating your golf car, and promptly replace any labels which become damaged or removed. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to read and comply with the safety instruction labels.
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IMPORTANT LABELS YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION: 20XX MODEL: YDRAXP YAMAHA MOTOR POWERED PRODUCTS CO., LTD. MAX. POWER: X.X KW 200-1 SAKAGAWA, KAKEGAWA, JAPAN DRY WEIGHT: XXX kg MAX. BATTERY WEIGHT: XX kg JXX-F4236-XX Y-1607d Important Emissions Information Yamaha Golf-Car Company THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO 2010 CALIFORNIA EVP REGULATIONS FOR SMALL OFF- ROAD ENGINES UNDER 13CCR SECTION 2766(D).
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Keep a record of these numbers for reference when ordering parts from a Yamaha Golf- Y-910cc Car Company dealer. The engine serial number 2 is affixed in the location shown.
OPERATOR SAFETY Yamaha golf cars are designed to be simple to operate. However, be sure to observe the following to reduce the risk of serious injury or death due to loss of control and other hazards: BEFORE OPERATING THE GOLF CAR Read this Owner’s/Operator’s manu-...
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OPERATOR SAFETY Use extra care in congested areas or when backing up. Always back up slowly, and watch carefully. Avoid starting or stopping abruptly. Vary the speed of the golf car to match the terrain. Avoid turning the steering wheel too sharply at higher speeds to avoid tipping or rolling the vehicle.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Like all machines, golf cars can HAZARD PREVENTION cause injury if improperly used or maintained. Drivers should be mindful of road hazards, and avoid dangerous situa- Experience has shown that golf cars tions that may include the following: are safe when operated in accor- dance with the safety warnings Steep Grades –...
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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Loose Terrain – Avoid areas of MAINTENANCE loose terrain which may cause a REQUIRED FOR GOLF golf car to lose traction and affect CAR SAFETY stability. Take notice of conditions and reduce speed when driving on Practice the following to help ensure uneven or loose terrain.
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If new nameplates, warnings or instructions are needed, contact When working on the fuel system your Yamaha dealer. or the battery, do not smoke, or allow any sparks or open flames near the vehicle, to avoid any fires FUEL HANDLING/ or explosions.
CONTROLS 8 Front body FEATURES 9 Front tire 1 Engine/oil a Front bumper b Battery warning light 2 Main switch c Rear body 3 Brake pedal d Rear tire 4 Parking brake e Rear bumper f Fuel tank pedal 5 Accelerator g Fuel cap h E.F.I.
NOTICE If the light is flashing, do not operate the vehicle. Contact your Yamaha Service representative to have the vehicle serviced. Y-914d å Engine/oil warning light...
CONTROLS DRIVE SELECT LEVER The drive select lever is used to shift the golf car into forward or reverse. After coming to a complete stop, move the lever to the desired position. Lever Position Car Movement Y-18 FORWARD REVERSE The reverse alarm will sound when the drive select lever is turned to “R.”...
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CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE PEDAL Press down on the parking brake pedal whenever parking the golf car. ç Parking brake pedal Y-22a Release the parking brake by depressing the accelerator pedal. The parking brake will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Pre-operation checks should be made each time you use your golf car. Get in the habit of performing the following checks in the same way so that they become second nature. To keep vehicle from moving while performing pre-operation checks: Remove main switch key.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS FUEL SYSTEM Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank. Also check fuel line and connections for leakage. å Fuel tank ∫ Fuel cap ç E.F.I. fuel pump ∂ Fuel tank vent Y-1990f Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS NOTICE Avoid using gasoline blended with methyl alcohol which can damage fuel system parts. ENGINE OIL With the golf car parked on level Y-514 ground, remove the dipstick and make sure the engine oil is between the MIN and MAX marks (the crosshatched area on the end of the dipstick).
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Engine Cooling Inlet Duct Check the engine cooling inlet duct for debris. Remove any debris present. å Engine cooling inlet duct BATTERY Check that the battery is held securely in place to prevent the battery from being damaged from vibration or jarring.
The alarm should sound. PEDAL OPERATION Y-33 Check the following pedal controls for proper operation. If a pedal does not work properly, consult a Yamaha dealer. Accelerator Pedal With the main switch in the “OFF” position, make sure the accelerator pedal operates smoothly.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Brake Pedal Make sure the brake pedal feels firm when pressed and returns to its original position when released. ∫ Brake pedal Parking Brake Pedal Y-21a Make sure the parking brake pedal locks in place with a positive click, and releases when the accelerator pedal is pressed.
OPERATION BODY AND CHASSIS Before each use, visually inspect the golf car body and chassis for dam- aged and/or missing parts. STARTING 1. With the parking brake applied, turn the drive select lever to “F” for forward, or “R” for reverse. NOTICE Do not shift from “F”...
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OPERATION STOPPING To stop the golf car, gradually press down on the brake pedal. å Brake pedal When the golf car has come to a stop, apply the parking brake pedal and turn the main switch to “OFF.” ∫ Parking brake pedal NOTICE Do not hold the golf car on an incline with the accelerator –...
Check shock absorbers for oil leaks and damaged springs Items without a page number reference should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. This manual does not contain these procedures. They are contained in the Service Manual.
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CS R adjust or replace if necessary Items without a page number reference should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. This manual does not contain these procedures. They are contained in the Service Manual. **Related to emission control system.
Electrical/Electronic System.” Dirty injector Consult Yamaha dealer It is recommended that these items Electrical System be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or Spark plug dirty Clean carbon or other qualified mechanic. with carbon, or wipe spark plug Faulty ignition...
MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Inspection You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. Dirty or worn spark plugs can cause poor per- formance. When removing or installing the spark plug, be careful not to damage the insulator. A damaged insulator could allow external sparks, which could lead to explo- sion or fire.
MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Replacement 1. Warm up the engine for several minutes, place the golf car on a level surface, then stop the engine. Use caution not to touch hot engine oil or hot engine parts, dur- ing the following procedure. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to comply with the safety instructions in this man-...
Y-515 After replacing engine oil, check for oil leaks around the drain plug. If oil leaks are found, consult a Yamaha dealer. Air Filter To remove the air filter elements: 1. Unlatch the air filter cover clips and remove cover.
MAINTENANCE Inspection and cleaning: 3. Wash the foam pre-filter in soap and water. Allow it to dry. å Soap and water ∫ Foam element 4. Check the filter element. If damaged or dirty, replace it. NOTICE Y-508 Do not wring out the foam pre-filter, this could cause it to tear.
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MAINTENANCE Inspection: To inspect the drive belt, check for frayed edges or tears, and measure drive belt against the following specification. If the belt shows excessive wear or damage, replace the belt with a new one. å New: 31.0 mm (1.20 in.) ∫...
MAINTENANCE Fuse Replacement Be sure to use the specified fuse. Using a wrong fuse can cause electrical system damage and create a fire hazard. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to comply with the safety instructions in this manual. NOTICE When replacing a fuse, be sure the main switch is turned off to pre-...
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8. Install the oil level plug. 9. Install the bag holder insert 3 and secure with two bolts 2 and seven plastic rivets 1. For transaxle oil replacement, con- sult a Yamaha dealer or other quali- fied mechanic. Y-1994 8-10...
Before you operate the golf car, press down on the brake pedal sev- eral times to make sure the brakes are functioning properly. Consult your Yamaha dealer before using your golf car if you suspect brake problems. Brake failure could result in a serious accident.
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MAINTENANCE Brake Pedal Free Play Adjustment Check the brake pedal free play by pressing against the pedal with two fingers (using light force) and mea- suring the distance the pedal travels before resistance is felt. Y-62b Brake pedal free play Å: 20-25 mm (0.79-0.98 in.) To adjust the brake pedal free play: 1.
STORAGE Perform the following preparations 2. Have the battery recharged when storing your golf car for every 60-90 days to keep it fully extended periods of time: charged. The battery must be kept fully charged to avoid damage. 3. Batteries like the one supplied Turn main switch key to “OFF”...
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Items YDRA Dimensions: Overall length 2395 mm (94.3 in.) Overall width 1200 mm (47.2 in.) Overall height (steering height) 1190 mm (46.9 in.) Height of floor 310 mm (12.2 in.) Wheelbase 1640 mm (64.6 in.) Tread: Front 870 mm (34.3 in.)
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SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Items YDRA Description: Engine type 4-stroke, Gasoline, OHV Number of cylinders Single Displacement 357 cm Bore x stroke 85 x 63 mm (3.30 x 2.48 in.) Compression ratio 8.1:1 Rated output 8.5 kw (11.4 hp)/3500 rpm Cooling system...
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SPECIFICATIONS BATTERIES Items YDRA Battery: BCI group 24, RC: minimum 75 min CCA: minimum 400A CHASSIS Items YDRA Steering system: Type Rack and Pinion Steering angle (L.H.) 1.85 turn Steering angle (R.H.) 1.85 turn Brakes: Brake system Mechanical drum brake on each rear wheel...