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E-Z-GO ST SHUTTLE 4/6 E 2008 Owner's Manual And Service Manual

E-Z-GO ST SHUTTLE 4/6 E 2008 Owner's Manual And Service Manual

Electric powered personnel carrier vehicle

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ISSUED AUGUST 2007 REVISED MARCH 2010

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  • Page 1 ISSUED AUGUST 2007 REVISED MARCH 2010...
  • Page 2 S A F E T Y SAFETY For any questions on material contained in this manual, contact an authorized representative for clarification. Read and understand all labels located on the vehicle. Always replace any damaged or missing labels. On steep hills it is possible for vehicles to coast at greater than normal speeds encountered on a flat surface. To pre- vent loss of vehicle control and possible serious injury, speeds should be limited to no more than the maximum speed on level ground.
  • Page 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.
  • Page 4: Notes

    NOT ES To obtain a copy of the limited warranty applicable to the vehicle, call or write a local distributor, E-Z-GO Branch or E-Z-GO Warranty Department with vehicle serial number and manufacturer code. The use of non E-Z-GO parts may void the warranty.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S SAFETY ........................Inside covers NOTES ....................................ii SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................V BEFORE INITIAL USE ........................1 Fig. 1 Initial Service Chart ........................1 PORTABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION ......................1 Fig.
  • Page 6 TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S TOWING ................................11 HAULING ................................11 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ....................11 SERIAL NUMBER PLATE LOCATION ......................12 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE ........................13 Fig. 15 Periodic Service Schedule .......................13 TIRE INSPECTION ............................14 Periodic Brake Test for Mechanical Brakes ......................14 BRAKES ................................15 Fig.
  • Page 7: Safety Information

    REQUIREMENTS. This restriction is important to the SAFE USE AND OPERATION of the product. On behalf of E-Z- GO, I am directing that E-Z-GO Branch personnel, Distributors and Dealers advise all customers to adhere to this SAFETY RESTRICTION, in connection with the use of all products, new and used, the Distributor or Dealer has rea- son to believe may be operated in personal transportation applications.
  • Page 8 SA FE TY IN F O RM AT ION These vehicles are designed and manufactured for off-road use. They do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and are not equipped for operation on public streets. Some communities may permit these vehicles to be operated on their streets on a limited basis and in accordance with local ordinances.
  • Page 9 SA FE TY IN F O RM AT ION Always insulate any tools used within the battery area in order to prevent sparks or battery explosion caused by short- ing the battery terminals or associated wiring. Remove the batteries or cover exposed terminals with an insulating material.
  • Page 10 SA FE TY IN F O RM AT ION Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page viii...
  • Page 11 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings GENERAL The following text is provided as recommended by part II of ASME/ANSI B56.8-1988. The manufacturer strongly endorses the contents of this specification.
  • Page 12 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N of ANSI/NFPA 505, are strictly complied with, and shall familiarize carrier operators with it. Hazardous Locations 4.6.1 The user shall determine the hazard classification of the particular atmosphere or location in which the car- rier is to be used in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 505.
  • Page 13 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N (e) operational performance tests and evaluations during, and at completion of, the program. Personnel and Burden Carrier Operator Responsibility 5.3.1 Operators shall abide by the following safety rules and practices in paras. 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, and 5.7. General 5.4.1 Safeguard the pedestrians at all times.
  • Page 14 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N power, and set parking brakes. It is advisable that all other personnel leave the elevator before a carrier is allowed to enter or exit. 5.5.13 Avoid running over loose objects, potholes, and bumps.
  • Page 15 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N valve and run the engine until fuel in the system is depleted and the engine stops running. (g) Operation to check performance of the carrier shall be conducted in an authorized area where safe clearance exists.
  • Page 16 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page xiv...
  • Page 17 Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings GENERAL The following text is provided as recommended by part II of ANSI / GCMA Z130.1 - 1993. E-Z-GO, as a member of the National Golf Car Manufacturers Association (NGCMA), strongly endorses the contents of this specification.
  • Page 18 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N Sharp turns, blind spots, bridge approaches and other potentially hazardous areas shall be either chained or roped off to prevent golf car operations or identified with a suitable warning to the operator of the nature of the hazard and stating the proper precautions to be taken to avoid the hazard.
  • Page 19 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N 6.2.3.2. Ventilation for electric powered golf cars shall be provided to remove the accumulation of flammable hydro- gen gas emitted during the charging process. The amount of hydrogen gas emitted depends upon a number of factors such as the condition of the batteries, the output rate of the battery charger and the amount of time the batteries are on charge.
  • Page 20 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N 6.2.5.11. Provide operator comment cards to assist in identifying non-periodic maintenance needs for specific golf cars. 6.2.6. The controlling party shall maintain in a legible condition all nameplates, warnings and instructions which are supplied by the manufacturer.
  • Page 21 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page xix...
  • Page 22 S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page xx...
  • Page 23: Before Initial Use

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving the Because hydrogen gas is lighter than air, it will collect in vehicle, we ask you to spend some time reading this the ceiling of buildings necessitating proper ventilation.
  • Page 24: On-Board Charger

    (if equipped). Charger Receptacle If vehicle is to be charged with a non E-Z-GO charger, refer to the instructions supplied with the charger. Fig. 3 Charger Receptacle Location Owner’s Manual and Service Guide...
  • Page 25: Controls And Indicators

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Retractable Battery Charger AC Cord Reel If the vehicle is equipped with manufacturer installed custom accessories, some accessories remain operational with the key switch in the ‘OFF’...
  • Page 26: Accelerator Pedal

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings ACCELERATOR PEDAL FRONT DISC BRAKES The front disc brakes activate as the brake pedal reaches the ‘park’ or latch position. Depressing the brake pedal further will increase the effectiveness of the front brakes.
  • Page 27: Horn

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings With the switch in ‘TOW/MAINTENANCE’ position: • the controller is deactivated • the electronic braking system is deactivated which To reduce the possibility of severe injury or allows the vehicle to roll freely death resulting from loss of vehicle control, the...
  • Page 28: Performance

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Make sure that the direction selector is in the motor control system will limit the speed of the vehi- correct position before attempting to start cle to the specified top speed (the warning beeper will the vehicle.
  • Page 29: High Pedal Disable Feature

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings • Example: If all of the following events occur... Move the direction selector to the direction desired.
  • Page 30: Sun Top And Windshield

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings SUN TOP AND WINDSHIELD Normal cleaning of vinyl seats and plastic or rubber trim requires the use of a mild soap solution applied with a sponge or soft brush and wipe with a damp cloth.
  • Page 31: Wheels And Tires

    Flat Portion Do not use low inflation pressure tires on of Frame any E-Z-GO vehicle. Do not use any tire which has a recommended inflation pres- sure less than the inflation pressure recom- mended in owner’s manual.
  • Page 32: Wheel Installation

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings faces, tire inflation pressure should be in the higher tern. allowable range, but under no condition should inflation Tire/wheel style pressure be higher than recommended on tire sidewall.
  • Page 33: Transporting Vehicle

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings TRANSPORTING VEHICLE Turn Signal Lens Inside TOWING of Cowl This vehicle is not designed to be towed. Headlight It is recommended that the vehicle be moved by placing Bulb...
  • Page 34: Serial Number Plate Location

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Any servicing requiring adjustments to be made to the powertrain while the motor is running must be made with both drive Before any electrical service is performed, the ‘Run-Tow/ wheels raised and vehicle properly support- Maintenance’...
  • Page 35: Periodic Service Schedule

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE Check Clean, Adjust, etc. Replace To perform service that is listed in this schedule but not described in this manual, contact a local Service Representa- tive or see the Repair and Service Manual for this vehicle.
  • Page 36: Tire Inspection

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Check for loose or missing hardware and components HARDWARE AND FASTENERS Tighten or replace missing hardware SEMI-ANNUAL - 125 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables &...
  • Page 37: Brakes

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings BRAKES Checking the Lubricant Level Clean the area around the check/fill plug and remove plug. The correct lubricant level is just below the bottom of the threaded hole.
  • Page 38: System Test

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings with the Torque Specifications table (Ref Fig. 19 on page SYSTEM TEST 16). Use care when tightening fasteners and refer to the At monthly intervals, test the controller by allowing the vehicle to roll down an incline with the accelerator pedal Technician’s Repair and Service Manual for specific...
  • Page 39: Batteries And Charging

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings BATTERIES AND CHARGING Any electrolyte spills should be neutralized with a solution of 1/4 cup (60 ml) sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) dissolved in 1 1/2 SAFETY gallons (6 liters) of water and flushed with...
  • Page 40: Battery Maintenance

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings A battery has a maximum life, therefore good mainte- nance is designed to maximize the available life and Vent Cap Expansion reduce the factors that can reduce the life of the battery.
  • Page 41: Battery Cleaning

    Watering gun similar to the type included in the structure or the concrete/asphalt floor. Additionally, con- E-Z-GO Battery Maintenance Kit ductive residue will remain on the batteries and contrib- ute to their self discharge.
  • Page 42: Battery Replacement

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings The batteries should be placed into the battery racks and the battery hold downs tightened to 45 - 55 in. lbs. (5 - 6 Nm) torque, to prevent movement but not tight enough to 1 1/2 gallons cause distortion of the battery cases.
  • Page 43: Battery Charging

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings BATTERY CHARGING slow down. A vehicle that is stored at 90° F (32° C) will lose .002 of specific gravity each day. If a fully charged The battery charger is designed to fully charge the bat- battery has a specific gravity of 1.275, and the battery is tery set.
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings TROUBLESHOOTING In general, troubleshooting will be done for two distinct Bulb Float 1100 reasons. First, a battery that performs poorly and is out- 1125 Add to Float 1150...
  • Page 45: Using A Hydrometer

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings High quality hydrometers are equipped with an internal Since the hydrometer test is in response to a vehicle exhibiting a performance problem, the vehicle should be thermometer that will measure the temperature of the recharged and the test repeated.
  • Page 46 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 24...
  • Page 47: General Specifications

    GEN ER AL SPEC IFIC AT ION S GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 25...
  • Page 48: St Shuttle 4/6 E

    ....................The uncertainty of measurement is .39 m/s Specifications subject to change without notice * Do not use low inflation pressure tires on any E-Z-GO vehicles. Do not use any tire which has a recommended inflation pressure less than the inflation pressure recommended in owner’s manual.
  • Page 49 GEN ERA L S PEC IF IC AT ION S 95 in. (241.3 cm) 138 in. (350.52 cm) 46.5 in. (118 cm) Fig. 29 Vehicle Dimensions Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 27...
  • Page 50 GE NER AL SPE CIF I CATI ONS 81 in. (205.74 cm) 52.5 in. (133.35 cm) RECOMMENDED MAX SIDE TILT 25% or 14° MAX Front 36.5 in. (92.7 cm) Rear 38.5 in. (97.8 cm) RECOMMENDED MAX RAMP GRADE 25% or 14° MAX Fig.
  • Page 51 GEN ERA L S PEC IF IC AT ION S TURNING CLEARANCE DIAMETER 25ft 6inches (7.8 m) 78 in. (198 cm) INTERSECTING AISLE CLEARANCE 78 in. (198 cm) Fig. 31 Vehicle Turning Clearance Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 29...
  • Page 52 GE NER AL SPE CIF I CATI ONS Notes: Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Page 30...
  • Page 53: Labels And Pictograms

    LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix A - 1...
  • Page 54 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS MIN 150 614121 614121 WARNING Windshields do not provide protection from golf balls or other flying objects. EGWHL14 To Prevent Roll-Back Apply Service Fully Depress Accelerator While On a Hill From a Brake With Release Releasing Service Brake As Stopped Position Left Foot Park Brake...
  • Page 55 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS WARNING WARNING READ MANUAL FOR MAXIMUM LOAD BED CAPACITY. MAXIMUM RAMP/HILL READ MANUAL SECURE LOAD AS FAR FORWARD XXX lbs. AS POSSIBLE. XXX kg MAXIMUM LOAD BED WARNING CAPACITY USE CAUTION IN INCLEMENT WEATHER DO NOT RIDE IN LOAD BED WARNING DO NOT OPERATE...
  • Page 56 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS CLEAN UP GASOLINE SPILLS WITH DO NOT WATER BEFORE DISPOSE OF STARTING ENGINE BATTERIES IN LANDFILL UNLEADED GASOLINE DO NOT DO NOT DRIVE ON SPILL FUEL HIGHWAY ON A HOT ENGINE WINDSHIELDS GROUND DO NOT FUEL PUMP PROVIDE PROTECTION FROM...
  • Page 57 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS HEADLIGHTS KEEP ARMS AND LEGS WITHIN VEHICLE UNLOCKED TO OPERATE VEHICLE IN FORWARD: LOCKED Q TURN KEY TO ON Q MOVE DIRECTION SELECTOR TO FORWARD Q DEPRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY DIFFERENTIAL LOCKED TO OPERATE VEHICLE IN REVERSE: Q TURN KEY TO ON Q MOVE DIRECTION SELECTOR TO REVERSE...
  • Page 58 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix A - 6...
  • Page 59 VEHICLE WARRANTIES VEHICLE WARRANTIES Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix B - 1...
  • Page 60: Warranty

    VEHICLE WARRANTIES DOMESTIC WARRANTY (U.S. AND CANADA) To obtain a copy of the limited warranty applicable to the vehicle, call or write a local distributor, authorized Branch or the Warranty Department with vehicle serial number and manufacturer date code. Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix B - 2...
  • Page 61: Declaration Of Conformity (Europe Only)

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE ONLY) Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix C - 1...
  • Page 62 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix C - 2...
  • Page 63 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix C - 3...
  • Page 64 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner’s Manual and Service Guide Appendix C - 4...
  • Page 65 Read and understand the following warnings before attempting Read and understand the following text and warnings before to operate the vehicle: attempting to service vehicle: In any product, components will eventually fail to perform properly as the result of normal use, age, wear or abuse. It is virtually impossible to anticipate all possible compo- To prevent personal injury or death, observe nent failures or the manner in which each component...
  • Page 66 E-Z-GO Division Of Textron, Inc., 1451 Marvin Griffin Road, Augusta, Georgia USA 30906-3852 TO CONTACT US North America: Technical Assistance & Warranty Phone: 1-800-774-3946, FAX: 1-800-448-8124 Service Parts Phone: 1-888-GET-EZGO (1-888-438-3946), FAX: 1-800-752-6175 International: Phone: 001-706-798-4311, FAX: 001-706-771-4609 Copyrighted Material...