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E-Z-GO Freedom RXV - Gas Owner's Manual

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615262
G A S O W N E R ' S M A N UA L
R X V F L E E T
F R E E D O M
®
S H U T T L E
2 + 2
™
ISSUED FEBRUARY 2011
REVISED AUGUST 2012

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  • Page 1 615262 G A S O W N E R ’ S M A N UA L R X V F L E E T F R E E D O M ® S H U T T L E 2 + 2 ™...
  • Page 2 S A F E T Y 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: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION The use of non Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts may void the warranty. Overfilling the battery may void the warranty. Tampering with or adjusting the governor to permit vehicle to operate at above factory specifications will void the vehicle warranty. When servicing engines, all adjustments and replacement components must be per original vehicle specifications in order to maintain the United States of America Federal and State emission certification applicable at the time of manufacture.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. SAFETY ....................Inside Covers GENERAL INFORMATION .................... ii SAFETY INFORMATION ....................v] VEHICLE LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS ..............ix SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ..................1 BEFORE INITIAL USE....................2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS..................2 KEY SWITCH......................3 DIRECTION SELECTOR ..................3 ACCELERATOR PEDAL..................3 COMBINATION SERVICE BRAKE &...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE .................. 13 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE............... 13 CAPACITIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS............14 HARDWARE......................15 TIRE INSPECTION....................16 REAR AXLE ......................16 CHECKING THE LUBRICANT LEVEL..............16 CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL ................16 CHANGING THE OIL...................

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS contained therein. If you have any questions regarding this vehicle, contact your E-Z-GO dealer or write to the address on the back cover of this publication, Attention: Customer Care Department.
  • Page 8 Such modifications can result in serious personal injury or death. Do not make any such modifications or changes. E-Z-GO prohibits and disclaims responsibility for all such modifica- tions or and alterations which would adversely affect the safety of the vehicle.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. The manufacturer cannot anticipate all situations, therefore people attempting to maintain or repair the vehicle must have the skill and experience to recognize and protect themselves from potential situations that could result in severe personal injury or death and damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 10 SAFETY INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Page viii Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 11 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Owner’s Guide Page ix...
  • Page 12 ONLY authorized E-Z-GO dealers should alter the vehicle using approved parts. Alterations not approved or tested by E-Z-GO can create unsafe conditions and increase your chance of having an accident. 608528 Failure to follow these instructions can result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH Except where PERMITTED BY LAW: To be operated by persons with valid drivers license, in accordance with state requirements.
  • Page 13 Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. This device is ONLY to be used for towing E-Z-GO vehicles. NEVER tow other vehicles or equipment. READ Owner’s Manual before towing.
  • Page 14 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY. AVOID FALLS from the vehicle and other SERIOUS INJURIES: Never attempt to enter or exit a moving vehicle.
  • Page 15 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Owner’s Guide Page xiii...
  • Page 16 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. GASOLINE FORWARD OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION PARK VEHICLE READ THE MANUAL VEHICLES * TURN KEY TO ‘ON’ * TURN KEY TO ‘ON’ * MOVE DIRECTION * MOVE DIRECTION * MOVE DIRECTION...
  • Page 17 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. GASOLINE FORWARD OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION PARK VEHICLE VEHICLES * TURN KEY TO ‘ON’ * TURN KEY TO ‘ON’ * MOVE DIRECTION * MOVE DIRECTION * MOVE DIRECTION...
  • Page 18 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. DO NOT TOW MORE THAN 3 VEHICLES MAX 12 mph (19 kph) TOWING 1 VEHICLE TOW BAR OPERATION DO NOT DRIVE IN REVERSE WHEN TOWING VEHICLES MAX 5 mph (8 kph) TOWING 2 or 3 VEHICLES * PULL LOCKING COLLAR AWAY...
  • Page 19 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. WARNING HOT SURFACE READ THE MANUAL WARNING OPERATE ACCORDING REPLACEMENT TO LOCAL LAWS AND AVAILABLE AT REGULATIONS www.ezgo.com www.ezgo.com NO MORE THAN 2 DO NOT STAND UP...
  • Page 20 LABELS & PICTOGRAMS Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Page xviii Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 21: Serial Number Location

    Service Parts Manuals as well as Repair and Service Manuals are available from a local Distributor, an autho- rized Branch or the E-Z-GO Service Parts Department. When ordering parts or requesting information for your vehicle, provide vehicle model, serial number and man- ufacture date code.

  • Page 22: Before Initial Use

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. BEFORE INITIAL USE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Read, understand and follow the safety label on the in- Vehicle controls and indicators consist of: strument panel.

  • Page 23: Key Switch

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. KEY SWITCH section) is depressed. Use the LOWER section of the brake pedal to operate the service brake system. Located on the dash panel, the key switch (1) enables the basic electrical system of the vehicle to be turned on NOTICE...

  • Page 24: Headlight Switch

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Maintain a safe speed when driving down hill. cle until the oil pressure is corrected. DO NOT over fill the engine.

  • Page 25: Run-In

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. rapid acceleration until the engine has achieved operat- COLD STARTING ing temperature. Starting a cold engine may require the use of the choke. All engines consume more oil than normal during the Depress the accelerator approximately 1"...

  • Page 26: Starting Vehicle On A Hill

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. STARTING VEHICLE ON A HILL Always handle gasoline in a well ventilated area. Always wear eye protection to protect against splashed fuel and fuel vapors.

  • Page 27: Battery

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. BATTERY SUN TOP AND WINDSHIELD Excessive use of accessories may drain the battery The sun top does not provide protection from and leave insufficient reserve to start the vehicle.

  • Page 28: Repair

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. The painted surfaces of the vehicle provide an attractive the bagwell and place a piece of wood, approximately 2" appearance and durable protection.

  • Page 29: Lifting The Vehicle

    DO NOT use low inflation tires on any E-Z-GO vehicle. DO NOT use any tire which has a rec- ommended inflation pressure less than the inflation pressure recommended in the owner’s...

  • Page 30: Wheel Installation

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. NOTICE Tire plug tools and plugs are available at most automotive Valve Stem Cap parts outlets and have the advantage of not requiring the tire be removed from the wheel.

  • Page 31: Turn Signal Bulb Replacement

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. 5. Turn the retaining collar (8) to secure the bulb housing and install the phillips head screw (7) to secure in place.

  • Page 32: Neutral Lock

    Tow bars are not intended for road use. Never use ropes or chains to tow vehicle(s). Tow bars are available from the E-Z-GO Service Parts Depart- ment. Tow bars are not intended for highway use. Before tow- ing, place direction selector in neutral and engage the Fig.

  • Page 33: Service And Maintenance

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE  - CHECK - CHECK & ADJUST - CLEAN - REPLACE C&A REMARKS ...

  • Page 34: Capacities And Replacement Parts

    Air Filter E-Z-GO P/N 28463G01 5.1 gal (19.3 liters) 87 Fuel Tank Octane minimum Spark Plug NGK BPR2ES (E-Z-GO P/N 607462) Engine Oil 1.25 L (1.3 qt.) Starter/Gen. Belt E-Z-GO P/N 606138 Rear Axle Lubricant Oil SAE 30 1.5 L. (51 oz.)

  • Page 35: Hardware

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. HARDWARE Generally, three grades of hardware are used in the ve- hicle. Grade 5 hardware can be identified by the three Periodically, the vehicle should be inspected for loose marks on the hexagonal head and grade 8 hardware is fasteners.

  • Page 36: Tire Inspection

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. skin and eyes. Treat all electrolyte spills to Some service procedures may require the vehicle to be the body and eyes with extended flushing lifted.

  • Page 37: Changing The Oil

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Remove the dipstick and wipe off the entire area with a NOTICE lint-free cloth. When adding oil between oil changes, do not mix brands and viscosity grades of oil.
  • Page 38 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Be aware that engine fluids may be hot and contact to the skin may cause severe burns. Wear rubber gloves to protect skin from expo- sure to the old oil and degreaser.

  • Page 39: Air Cleaner Inspection And Replacement

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Do not overfill engine. Too much oil may cause smok- ing or allow oil to enter the air filter enclosure. To fuel Tank Air Filter...

  • Page 40: Starter/Generator Belt Tension

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. If the element is in acceptable condition, loose dirt may Re-tighten an existing belt to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 - 36 kg) be removed by tapping the filter lightly.

  • Page 41: Spark Plug

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. SPARK PLUG tery, a residue will be left on the battery which is con- ductive and will contribute to the discharge of the bat- Tool List Qty.

  • Page 42: Periodic Brake Performance Test

    OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Periodic Brake Performance Test NOTICE (PBPT) In the following text, there are references to removing/installing bolts etc. Additional hardware (nuts, washers, etc.) that is removed must always be installed in its original position unless otherwise specified Non-specified torques are as shown in the torque specifications(Ref.
  • Page 43 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. sure the vehicle stopping distance from the point at which the brakes were latched. The vehicle should stop within the “normal”...
  • Page 44 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Preparing the engine for a prolonged storage period (30 days or more) calls for a few simple steps to prevent a build up of varnish and gum in the carburetor and corro- sion in the engine.
  • Page 45 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Owner’s Guide Page 25...
  • Page 46 OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS. Notes: Page 26 Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 47: General Specifications

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Owner’s Guide Page 27...

  • Page 48: Rxv Gas - Fleet Vehicle Specifications

    ** DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any E-Z-GO vehicle. DO NOT use any tire which has a recommended inflation pressure less than the inflation pressure recommended in the Owner’s Guide Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Rxv Gas - Freedom Vehicle Specifications

    ** DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any E-Z-GO vehicle. DO NOT use any tire which has a recommended infla- tion pressure less than the inflation pressure recommended in the Owner’s Guide Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 50: Rxv Gas - Shuttle 2 + 2 Vehicle Specifications

    ** DO NOT use low inflation pressure tires on any E-Z-GO vehicle. DO NOT use any tire which has a recommended infla- tion pressure less than the inflation pressure recommended in the Owner’s Guide Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 51 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 68.50” (174 cm) 45.7” (116 cm) 65.7” (167 cm) 35.5” (90 cm) 94.5” (240 cm) 38” (97 cm) 47” (119 cm) Fig. 42 Flee & Freedom Vehicle Dimensions Owner’s Guide Page 31...
  • Page 52 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 74” (188 cm) 45.7” (116 cm) 65.7” (167 cm) 35.5” (90 cm) 105.5” (268 cm) 38” (97 cm) 47” (119 cm) Fig. 42 Shuttle 2 + 2 Vehicle Dimensions Owner’s Guide Page 32...
  • Page 53 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS RECOMMENDED MAX RAMP 25% GRADE OR 14° MAX RECOMMENDED MAX SIDE TILT 25% GRADE OR 14° MAX Fig. 43 Vehicle Dimensions, Incline Specifications and Turning Clearance Diameter Owner’s Guide Page 33...
  • Page 54 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings. Notes: Page 34 Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 55: Declaration Of Conformity

    D E C L A R ATI O N O F C O N F O R M I T Y DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Page 35...
  • Page 56 D E C L A R ATI O N O F C O N F O R M I T Y Page 36...
  • Page 57 D E C L A R AT I O N O F C O N F O R M I T Y Page 37...
  • Page 58 D E C L A R ATI O N O F C O N F O R M I T Y Page 38...
  • Page 59 NOTICE NOTICE Read the following warnings before attempting to operate the Read the following text and warnings before attempting to ser- vehicle vice 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- nent failures or the manner in which each component To prevent personal injury or death, observe...
  • Page 60 E-Z-GO Division of Textron Inc., 1451 Marvin Gri n Road, Augusta, Georgia USA 30906-3852 TO CONTACT US... Nor th America: Technical Assistance & Warranty Phone: 1-800-774-3946, FAX: 1-800-448-8124 Service Par ts Phone: 1-888-GET-E-Z-GO (1-888-438-3946), FAX: 1-800-752-6175 International: Phone: 001-706-798-4311, FAX: 001-706-771-4609...

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