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Problem
Vehicle does not run (con't.)
Vehicle was running but
suddenly stopped
Short run time (Less than
1 - 3 hours per charge)
Problems and Solutions Guide
Possible Cause
Loose wire or loose connectors
Dead battery
Electrical switch damage
Motor damage
Loose wire or loose connectors
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse
Blown fuse
Vehicle is overloaded
Driving conditions are too stressful
Undercharged battery
Overcharged battery
Battery is old and will not
accept full charge
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse
Driving conditions are too stressful
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor harness
connector is plugged into the battery, and that there are no
loose wires around the motors.
If your battery is old or if you have not followed Battery Care
instructions, your battery may be dead. If you are unsure
whether or not the battery is dead, you can have it tested at
your local Power Wheels
The electrical switches can become corroded due to
exposure to water or moisture, or can jam due to loose dirt,
sand or gravel. Contact your local Power Wheels
service center for diagnosis and repair.
Contact your local Power Wheels
for diagnosis and repair.
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor
harness connector is plugged into the battery, and that there
are no loose wires around the motors.
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed
Power Wheels
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25 amp fuse installed before charging.
Do not substitute parts.
Make sure that the fuse in the battery is in good
condition. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels
25 amp fuse. Do not substitute parts.
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing
more than 1 rider at one time, by exceeding the
50 lbs (23 kg) maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects
behind the vehicle.
Use only on generally level ground. Extreme temperatures can
also affect run time.
Charge the battery. A new battery should have been
charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for
the first time. After first-time use, recharge the battery for
at least 14 hours after each use. Never charge the
battery longer than 30 hours.
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the charger
connector is plugged into the battery, and that the charger is
plugged into the wall.
Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is "ON".
Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours. If you
suspect that your battery is damaged as a result of
overcharging, contact your local Power Wheels
service center. They can test your battery for you.
Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not
last forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending
on vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with
a new Power Wheels
substitute parts.
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed
Power Wheels
®
25 amp fuse installed before charging.
For best performance, do not use substitute parts.
Use only on generally level ground. Extreme temperatures
can also affect run time.
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