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LIBERTY LSV
OWNER'S MANUAL
10044400-B
ISSUED JULY 2023
REVISED NOV 2023
EZGO.com

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  • Page 1 LIBERTY LSV OWNER’S MANUAL 10044400-B ISSUED JULY 2023 REVISED NOV 2023 EZGO.com...
  • Page 3 OWNER’S MANUAL 2024 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION Textron Specialized Vehicles, Inc. 1451 Marvin Griffin Road Augusta, Georgia, USA 30906-3852 1-800-774-3946 Technical Assistance & Warranty 1-888-438-3946 Service Parts 011-706-798-4311 International www.ezgo.com...
  • Page 4 WELCOME Thank you for purchasing this vehicle. Before driving your new vehicle, read this owner’s manual to familiarize yourself with safe driving practices, opera- tion, features and controls. This manual contains instructions for minor maintenance only. Information about major repairs can be found in the service manual. Your dealer has thor- ough knowledge of your vehicle and wants your total satisfaction with your purchase.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MANUFACTURER’S INTENDED USE ............10 WARRANTY AND REGISTRATION ............10 BATTERY PROLONGED STORAGE ............10 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ............ 11 PARTS AND SERVICE MANUALS ............. 12 SAFETY OWNER RESPONSIBILITY................. 13 Unauthorized Use ................. 13 Operating without Instruction ..............13 Alcohol or Drugs ...................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY LABELS OPERATION ....................21 LSV SPEED DISCLOSURE ................ 21 RUN/TOW SWITCH OPERATION............... 22 EMISSION LABEL ..................22 PATENT NOTICE ..................22 HIGH VOLTAGE ..................22 TOWING INSTRUCTIONS ................23 MAINTENANCE/TOWING ................23 ELECTRIC SHOCK ..................23 BATTERY WARNING .................
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS WINDSHIELD....................29 OPS / CANOPY TOP ................... 29 OPERATION SAFETY ....................... 31 BEFORE INITIAL USE................. 31 Burnishing Brakes................. 31 PRE-RIDE INSPECTION ................32 BATTERY CHARGER.................. 32 Off Board Charger ................33 On Board Charger ................33 PERFORMANCE FEATURES ..............34 Speed Control ..................
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE..............42 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART ............42 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS .......... 44 REPLACEMENT OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS ..........44 LIFTING THE VEHICLE................44 Lifting Front ..................45 Lifting Rear ................... 46 Lowering Vehicle .................. 46 VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE...............
  • Page 9 BATTERY FAULT DIAGNOSIS ..............56 TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE ..............56 Hauling the Vehicle ................56 Towing the Vehicle ................57 Manual Release of IntelliBrake™............58 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS LIBERTY LSV ....................59 MAINTENANCE LOG RECORDS ....................61 APPENDIX QUIQ CHARGER ..................65...
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  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION The following symbols appear throughout this manual and on vehicle labels. Your safety is involved when these symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual. DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 12: Manufacturer's Intended Use

    It can also be obtained from your dealer Register your new vehicle at www.ezgo.com. Use Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts to keep the vehicle warranty effective.

  • Page 13: Vehicle Identification Numbers

    INTRODUCTION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS VIN PLATE FRAME VIN PLATE PART A PART B PART C Record the vehicle identification numbers in the spaces provided below. These identification numbers are required when ordering parts. Vehicle Model Number Frame PIN...

  • Page 14: Parts And Service Manuals

    INTRODUCTION PARTS AND SERVICE MANUALS The following manuals can be purchased through your dealer: • service manual • parts manual...

  • Page 15: Safety

    SAFETY SAFETY OWNER RESPONSIBILITY Improper use, maintenance, or modification of this vehicle can lead to serious injury or death. Require proper use of your vehicle. Do not allow anyone to operate your vehicle or ride as a passenger unless they are properly instructed and you are sure they are willing to ride responsibly.

  • Page 16: Alcohol Or Drugs

    SAFETY Alcohol or Drugs Operation of the vehicle during or after consuming alcohol or drugs can adversely affect operator judgment, reaction time, balance and perception. Never drink alcohol or use drugs or medications before or during operation of the vehicle. Passengers It is the responsibility of the owner and/or operator to make sure passengers meet the qualifications required to ride in the vehicle.

  • Page 17: Maximum Weight Capacity

    SAFETY MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY Exceeding weight capacities can cause loss of vehi- cle control and possible injury or death. Maximum Vehicle Weight Capacity 800 lb (363 kg) Do not exceed the maximum vehicle weight capacity (includes weight of oper- ator, passengers, cargo, and accessories and trailer tongue weight). TIRE PRESSURE Improper or uneven tire pressure can cause loss of vehicle control and possible injury or death.

  • Page 18: Before Operating

    SAFETY • All occupants must wear seat belts at all times. Always make sure seat belts are secured for operator and all passengers before operating. See SEAT BELTS on page 35. • Do not drive with passengers until you have a minimum of two hours driving experience on this vehicle.

  • Page 19: Load Operation

    SAFETY LOAD OPERATION The weight of cargo and occupants affects vehicle operation. Carefully calcu- late how the vehicle is loaded and how to safely operate it. Follow the instruc- tions in this manual for loading guidelines and tire pressure. Do not exceed vehicle weight capacities specified on page 15. As passenger weight increases, cargo weight needs to be adjusted to ensure the maximum weight capacity is not exceeded.

  • Page 20: Uphill Operation

    SAFETY UPHILL OPERATION Do not drive up hills that are too steep for the vehicle or your driving abilities. Loss of vehicle control can result from driving up hills incorrectly. Refer to UPHILL OPERATION on page 39 operational information. DOWNHILL OPERATION Use the brake to limit speed and maintain control.

  • Page 21: Battery Disposal

    SAFETY Use only the OEM approved Lithium-Ion battery charger. • Turn the key to the OFF position and remove it from the switch. • Inspect the charger cord for cracks, frayed wires or loose connections; replace if damaged. • Inspect the vehicle charger receptacle and charger plug for dirt, debris or damage.

  • Page 22: Maintenance Safety

    SAFETY If the vehicle has been modified in any way, familiarize yourself with the func- tion and effect on the handling characteristics of the vehicle. MAINTENANCE SAFETY Routine and scheduled maintenance is necessary to keep the vehicle in safe and reliable condition. This section provides safety information for performing maintenance.

  • Page 23: Safety Labels

    SAFETY LABELS SAFETY LABELS Safety and warning labels are on the vehicle for your protection. Read care- fully and comply with all instructions on the labels. If any label shown in this manual is different from the label on your vehicle, always follow the instruc- tions on the vehicle label.

  • Page 24: Run/Tow Switch Operation

    SAFETY LABELS RUN/TOW SWITCH OPERATION Located on the run/ tow switch. P/N 10006303 EMISSION LABEL Located on the con- troller splash shield. P/N 617331 PATENT NOTICE Located inside the 10005569 PATENT NOTICE driver’s side dash This product or components thereof may be covered by storage compart- one of more patents or pending applications.

  • Page 25: Towing Instructions

    SAFETY LABELS TOWING INSTRUCTIONS Located on the rear closeout panel behind the rear seat. P/N 609694 MAINTENANCE/TOWING Located on the rear closeout panel behind the rear seat. P/N 10049683 ELECTRIC SHOCK Located on the controller splash shield. P/N 71415G01 BATTERY WARNING Located on the battery cover.
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  • Page 27: Features And Controls

    FEATURES / CONTROLS FEATURES AND CONTROLS Some accessories continue to operate with the key in the NOTICE OFF position. Leaving these accessories activated after the vehicle is shut down can cause battery discharge. KEY SWITCH / DIRECTION SELECTOR The four-position switch controls the basic electrical system of the vehicle. •...

  • Page 28: Horn Switch

    FEATURES / CONTROLS HORN SWITCH The horn switch is the red toggle switch on the console. The horn activates when the top of the switch is pressed. CUP HOLDERS The vehicle has a center cup holder that will accommodate two beverage containers.

  • Page 29: Brake Pedal

    FEATURES / CONTROLS BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal is the left pedal on the floorboard and controls braking Accelerator function. Pedal The brake pedal allows the opera- Brake Pedal tor to slow the speed or bring the vehicle to a complete stop by pressing the pedal.

  • Page 30: Seat Belts

    FEATURES / CONTROLS Side Mirror Windshield Rearview Mirror Canopy Top Seatbelts Hip Restraint SEAT BELTS The vehicle is equipped with 2-point lap seat belts. Seat belts must be worn by all occupants at all times. See SEAT BELTS on page 35 for operation and safety information.

  • Page 31: Rearview Mirror (Optional)

    FEATURES / CONTROLS REARVIEW MIRROR (OPTIONAL) The rearview mirror is mounted to the upper bar of the front strut. When the key switch is in the R position, the mirror displays a rearview camera image. Displayed images may be closer or further than they appear.
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  • Page 33: Operation

    OPERATION OPERATION Some accessories continue to operate with the key in the NOTICE OFF position. Leaving these accessories activated after the vehicle is shut down can cause battery discharge. To prevent damage to the vehicle, do not hold on to the canopy top struts while the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 34: Pre-Ride Inspection

    OPERATION PRE-RIDE INSPECTION To decrease the risk of an accident, inspect and verify that the vehicle is in safe operating condition before each use. Check the items in the table to help ensure safe and reliable operation. Item Remark Page Check for proper operation.

  • Page 35: Off Board Charger

    OPERATION Risk of electric shock. Connect the charger power cord to an outlet that is correctly installed and con- nected to an electrical ground according to all codes and regulations. A grounded outlet is necessary to decrease the risk of electric shock – do not use ground adapters or replace the plug.

  • Page 36: Performance Features

    OPERATION Park the vehicle in a well ventilated area, turn the key switch to the OFF position, and remove it from the vehicle. Plug the charger cord into a dedicated 15 amp AC outlet to activate the charger. Unplug and properly store the cord when the charging cycle is complete.

  • Page 37: Anti-Stall Feature

    OPERATION or the accelerator pedal is applied. The warning beeper will not activate. When pedal-up braking is activated by this sequence of occurrences, the motor generates power which is returned to the batteries. Anti-Stall Feature Anti-Stall protection prevents motor damage if the vehicle is stalled against an object or on a hill.

  • Page 38: Proper Use Of The Seat Belt

    OPERATION Do not allow children who need child safety seats or booster seats to ride in the vehicle. The vehicle is not designed to restrain automotive child safety seats. Proper Use of the Seat Belt Insert the metal tab into the locking buckle.

  • Page 39: Accelerating

    OPERATION ACCELERATING Practice acceleration and deceleration to become familiar NOTICE with the vehicle’s handling characteristics. Accidental movement of the accelerator pedal can cause the vehicle to suddenly move and cause severe injury or death. Make sure the key is in the OFF position any time the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 40: Driving With Passengers

    OPERATION DRIVING WITH PASSENGERS • All passengers must fit the vehicle. Passen- gers must be able to: • sit with their back against the seat • adjust the seat belt to fit properly • have both feet flat on the floor •...

  • Page 41: Uphill Operation

    OPERATION UPHILL OPERATION When driving up a hill, follow these guidelines: • Avoid excessively steep hills. • Drive straight up the hill. • Drive at a steady rate of acceleration and speed. • Do not drive over the crest of a hill at high speed since there is little or no visibility to what’s on the other side of the hill.

  • Page 42: Towing

    OPERATION Turn the key switch to the OFF position. Remove the key from the vehicle to prevent unauthorized use. If parking on an incline, chock the wheels on the downhill end to prevent the vehicle from rolling. TOWING Attach a trailer to the tow hitch only. Attaching the trailer at any other location can cause a loss of vehi- cle control.
  • Page 43 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE To prevent serious injury or death, follow the procedures and comply with the safety information in this section while performing service or maintenance. Use specified tools and safety equipment. Remove all jewelry. Do not allow loose clothing or hair to contact moving parts.

  • Page 44: Scheduled Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE To decrease the risk of damage to the controller or motor, move the run/tow switch to the TOW position before towing the vehicle. After connecting a battery or any other wires, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before moving the switch to the RUN position.
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE INTERVAL (perform at interval that comes first) ITEM REMARKS PAGE HOURS CALENDAR Check for smooth operation and Brake system Pre-ride acceptable stopping distance. Frame hardware Pre-ride Check for loose or missing. Headlights and tail- Check operation. Replace LED assem- Pre-ride lights blies as needed.

  • Page 46: Recommended Lubricants And Fluids

    MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS Check and lubricate all components at the intervals shown in the SCHED- ULED MAINTENANCE CHART beginning on page 42. Item Capacity Lubricants/Fluids Notes Rear axle oil 25 oz. (0.7 L) Mobil 424 P/N 603967 Rear axle oil 2.0 oz (59 mL) Friction Modifier P/N 611242...

  • Page 47: Lifting Front

    MAINTENANCE The vehicle must be on a firm and level surface. Be constantly aware that the vehicle is not stable during the lifting process. Place jack and jack stands only in areas indicated. Make sure the vehicle is stable on jack stands before getting underneath.

  • Page 48: Lifting Rear

    MAINTENANCE Lifting Rear Chock the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling forward. Put a jack under the center of the receiver hitch. Raise the vehicle with the jack. Install jack stands under each end of the rear axle. Lower the vehicle until it rests on the jack stands.

  • Page 49: Polishing The Vehicle

    MAINTENANCE • Clean the windshield with water and a clean cloth. Remove small scratches with a plastic polish. • Clean the bottom of the vehicle where mud or dirt can collect. Loosen any packed sediment to help with removal. Be careful not to damage the paint. •...

  • Page 50: Tire Pressure

    MAINTENANCE Do not use tires with a low rated pressure. Do not use tires that have a recommended tire inflation pressure less than the tire inflation pressure recommended in the following table. Do not over inflate the tires. Excess pressure can cause the tire to separate from the wheel or cause a tire explosion.

  • Page 51: Tire Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Tire Replacement Tire replacement requires a tire mounting machine, and must be done by a qualified tire center or an authorized dealer. WHEELS Worn, improperly inflated, improper sized, or incor- rectly installed tires will affect vehicle handling and could cause an accident resulting in severe injury or death.

  • Page 52: Lights

    MAINTENANCE LIGHTS Clean the lights frequently to maximize visibility. Do not operate vehicle at night or in low light if any lights are not properly and fully functioning. Poor lighting reduces visibility that could cause an acci- dent resulting in severe injury or death. Since light components can get hot during operation, allow lights to cool before servicing to prevent burns to the skin.

  • Page 53: Fuse Replacement

    MAINTENANCE FUSE REPLACEMENT Have the vehicle inspected by your dealer if fuses con- NOTICE tinue to blow after they have been replaced. Lift the rear seat bottom to 58V, 10A Mini Fuse access the PDM. 32V, 10A 12V, 20A Mini Fuse Open the PDM to access the Relay fuses.

  • Page 54: Hydraulic Brakes

    MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC BRAKES Always inspect the pedal travel before operating a vehicle to confirm some brake function is present. Hydraulic Brake Fluid When adding or changing brake fluid, always use brake fluid from an unopened bottle. After opening a bottle of brake fluid, discard the unused portion. Do not store or use from an opened bottle.

  • Page 55: Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

    MAINTENANCE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK Charge the battery pack using only the OEM approved Lithium-Ion battery charger. There is no maintenance required for the lithium battery pack(s) in your vehi- cle. Improper handling of batteries and electrical compo- nents can result in serious injury or death. Do not remove the battery pack cover.

  • Page 56: Battery Disposal

    MAINTENANCE If the battery pack terminals are contaminated or dirty, clean with a dry cloth before using. Keep the battery pack and control module away from static electricity. BATTERY DISPOSAL When Li-ion batteries are put into a municipal/household NOTICE recycling bin, they are taken to a municipal recovery facil- ity (MRF) that is typically equipped to recycle only house- hold paper, plastic, metal and glass.

  • Page 57: Storage Preparation

    MAINTENANCE Storage Preparation The optimum storage temperature range is between 65°F and 82°F (18°C and 28°C). • Charge the battery module based on climate during storage period. • In cold climates, fully charge the battery module. Make sure that the charging operation is complete and there are no faults displayed on the charger.

  • Page 58: Extreme Low Temperature Storage

    MAINTENANCE Extreme Low Temperature Storage If the ambient temperature is below -4°F (-20°C) DO NOT: • turn key to F or R • drive vehicle • tow vehicle • charge vehicle • operate accessories • operate lights Returning Vehicle to Service At the end of the storage period, charge the battery module to 100% before operating the vehicle.

  • Page 59: Towing The Vehicle

    MAINTENANCE • The rated capacity of the hauling trailer or truck must be more than the weight of the vehicle and load plus 1000 lbs. (454 kg). See VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS on page 59 for the weight of the vehicle. Drive the vehicle onto the trailer or truck. Turn the key to the OFF position.

  • Page 60: Manual Release Of Intellibrake

    MAINTENANCE Manual Release of IntelliBrake™ In case of total power loss and the run/tow switch does not release the Intelli- Brake™, use the instructions on the rear closeout panel behind the rear seat. The run/tow switch and controller splash shield is located under the passen- ger-side rear seat.

  • Page 61: Vehicle Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS LIBERTY LSV Overall Length 106.25 in (270 cm) Overall Width 46 in (117 cm) Overall Height (no Canopy) 52.5 in (133 cm) Overall Height (with Canopy) 75.62 in (192 cm) Wheel Base 77.62 in (197 cm) Front Wheel Track...
  • Page 62 SPECIFICATIONS Front and Rear Tires Kruizer KF17 23x7.50R14 Frame Welded steel with DuraShield e-coat and powder coat Front Body and Finish Injection Molded TPO Rear Body and Finish Thermoform ABS **Some items shown may be optional equipment**...

  • Page 63: Maintenance Log

    MAINTENANCE LOG MAINTENANCE LOG RECORDS MILES / SERVICE PERFORMED DATE TECHNICIAN HOURS COMMENTS...
  • Page 64 MAINTENANCE LOG MILES / SERVICE PERFORMED DATE TECHNICIAN HOURS COMMENTS...
  • Page 65 MAINTENANCE LOG MILES / SERVICE PERFORMED DATE TECHNICIAN HOURS COMMENTS...
  • Page 66 MAINTENANCE LOG MILES / SERVICE PERFORMED DATE TECHNICIAN HOURS COMMENTS...

  • Page 67: Appendix

    APPENDIX APPENDIX QuiQ CHARGER 1 kW Industrial Battery Charger QuiQ Charger - E-Z-GO Product Manual This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for versions of the Delta-Q QuiQ (Model nos. 913-4830-E3/- E3B/-E5 /-E5B) installed on E-Z-GO brand vehicles. Please read this information before using your QuiQ Charger.
  • Page 68 APPENDIX Delta-Q QuiQ Charger Manual Operating Instructions CAUTION: Charger enclosure may be hot during charging. Use hand protection if handling the charger while charging. Extension cords must be 3-wire cord no longer than 30m(100’) at 10AWG or 7.5m(25’) at 16AWG per UL guidelines. Only connect ONE QuiQ charger to a single 15A circuit or the circuit may become overloaded.
  • Page 69 INDEX accelerating 37 glove box 27 accelerator pedal 27 anti-stall feature 35 hauling, vehicle 56 headlight switch 25 batteries high pedal disable feature 35 charging 18 hip restraints 28 disposal 19, 54 horn switch 26 prolonged storage 10, 54 warning label 23 key switch 25 battery charger 32 battery charger port 26...
  • Page 70 INDEX PIN plate 11 switches pre-ride inspection 32 headlight 25 horn 26 key 25 rear axle 51 turn signal 26 rearview mirror 29 registration 10 tires 47 pressure 15, 48 safety repair 48 battery charger 32 replacement 49 charging batteries 18 top, canopy 29 damaged vehicle 17 towing 40...
  • Page 72 State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, wear gloves and wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. C O M C U S H M A N . EZGO.com...

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