Cleaning The Vehicle - Club Car Turf 1 Owner's Manual

Figure 22 Battery
Any corrosion around the positive (+) or negative (–) terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking
soda and water (1 cup (237 mL) per 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water). Rinse solution off the battery. Do not allow this
solution to enter battery. Be sure terminals are tight (battery terminals should be tightened to 20 ft-lb (27.1
N·m)). Let the terminals dry and then spray them with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (CCI P/N 1014305).
See following CAUTION.
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CAUTION
• If battery wire terminals are damaged or corroded, they should be replaced or cleaned as
necessary. Failure to do so may cause them to overheat during operation.
Be sure battery clamp is properly tightened. Tighten to 12 ft-Ib (16.3 N·m). A loose clamp may allow the bat-
tery to become damaged from vibration or jarring.
If battery appears weak, have it charged by a trained technician. The battery should never be left discharged
any longer than absolutely necessary (do not leave discharged overnight).

CLEANING THE VEHICLE

The vehicle is equipped with an ArmorFlex
commercially available automotive cleaning solution with a sponge or soft cloth for normal cleaning. A garden
hose at normal residential pressure is adequate. To remove oxidation or discoloration from aluminum, use a
commercially available aluminum cleaner paste and fine grade (No. 00) steel wool.
Club Car does not recommend any type of pressure washing or steam cleaning. Such a process will expose
electrical components to moisture. Moisture entering electrical components can result in water damage and
subsequent component failure.
Use non-abrasive wax products. Battery acid, fertilizers, tars, asphalt, creosote, paint, or chewing gum should
be removed immediately to prevent possible stains.
The seats of the vehicle will last longer with proper cleaning. Use a solution of 10% liquid dish soap and warm
water applied with a soft cloth. For imbedded dirt, a soft bristle brush may be used. For heavy soiling, difficult
stains, or scratches, blemishes, or other body damage, see Section 4 of the maintenance and service manual.
NOTE: Dispose of waste water properly.
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LEVEL
INDICATOR
Figure 23 Battery Electrolyte Level
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front body and an all-aluminum rear body and cargo bed. Use a
Cleaning the Vehicle
BATTERY
CAP
PLATES
ELECTROLYTE
LEVEL AT LEAST
1/2 INCH (13 MM)
ABOVE PLATES
OR TO LEVEL
INDICATOR