Fig. 7 Run-Tow/Maintenance Switch; Horn; Operating The Vehicle - Ezgo Owner's Manual & Service Manual

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
Before attempting to tow vehicle, move
the Run-Tow/Maintenance switch to the
'Tow/Maintenance' position. Failure to do so will damage the
controller or motor.
Before disconnecting or connecting a battery, or any other wir-
ing, move the Run-Tow/Maintenance switch to the 'Tow/Mainte-
nance' position.
After connecting a battery, or any other wiring, wait a minimum
of 30 seconds before moving the Run-Tow/Maintenance switch
to the 'Run' position.
The PDS vehicle is equipped with a two position switch
located under the passenger side of the seat on the con-
troller environmental cover (Ref Fig. 7 on page 4).
WARNING
RUN
TOW
MAINTENANCE
TOWING
Always select 'TOW/MAINTENANCE'
position before towing
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To disable electrical system, place switch in 'TOW/ MAINTENANCE' position and remove battery wire
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After reconnecting batteries, allow a minimum of 30 seconds before selecting 'RUN' position
THE FOLLOWING CODES REQUIRE THAT THE REAR WHEELS BE RAISED BEFORE PERFORMING TESTS
Beep Fault Symptoms
1-1 Controller Failure Vehicle will not run
1-2 Throttle fault Solenoid clicks, will not run
1-4 High pedal disable Vehicle will not run
2-4 Solenoid coil failure Vehicle will not run
or disconnected
3-1 Solenoid driver fail Vehicle will not run
3-3 Solenoid did not close Vehicle will not run
3-4 Field winding open Solenoid clicks, will not run
4-1 Armature open Solenoid clicks, will not run
4-3 Solenoid drop out Vehicle stops
THE FOLLOWING CODES REQUIRE THAT THE VEHICLE BE OPERATED UNDER LOAD WHILE PERFORMING TESTS
Beep Fault Symptoms
1-3 Speed sensor fault Vehicle runs slowly
2-1 Low battery voltage Vehicle performance reduced Charge batteries/replace bad batteries
2-2 High battery voltage Regen performance reduced
2-3 Thermal cutback Vehicle performance reduced Allow controller to cool, check heat sink bolt torque
3-2 Solenoid welded Vehicle runs slowly
4-2 Motor stalled Vehicle stopped
To enter diagnostic mode ◆ Turn key switch to 'OFF' ◆ Move 'RUN/TOW MAINTENANCE' switch to 'RUN'. ◆ Move direction
selector switch from neutral position to 'REV' position five (5) times ◆ After a confirming beep(s) sounds, the diagnostic fault
code will sound when a fault is detected. To exit diagnostic mode: Select 'TOW MAINTENANCE' position.
Ref Rtm 1

Fig. 7 Run-Tow/Maintenance Switch

With the switch in 'TOW/MAINTENANCE' position:
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the controller is deactivated
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the electronic braking system is deactivated which
allows the vehicle to be towed or roll freely
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the warning beeper is deactivated
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Tampering with or unauthorized modification of this unit
by non E-Z-GO personnel could result in serious personal
injury, will void the warranty and result in permanent
damage to the vehicle
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Possibility of electrical arc or battery
explosion. Before removing/connecting
batteries or electrical components, turn
switch to 'TOW MAINTENANCE' position
Correction Required
Check motor wiring & motor Ω. Replace controller
Replace/adjust pedal box, harness
Release pedal/check pedal box, linkage & switch
Check coil connections/wiring,
replace solenoid if required
Check coil wiring for shorts, replace controller
Check all solenoid wiring, replace solenoid if required
Check motor & controller field connections,
replace power harness or motor if required
Check motor & controller armature connections,
replace power harness or motor if required
Check solenoid/wiring, replace if required
Correction Required
Check speed sensor connections & magnet/torque,
replace speed sensor if required
Check that battery voltage is less than 48 VDC
Check auxiliary power. Replace solenoid
Remove mechanical blockage
Controller
Environmental
Cover
Owner's Manual and Service Guide
With the switch in 'RUN' position:
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the controller is activated
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the electronic braking system and warning beeper
features are activated
PDS vehicles operate only in the 'RUN' posi-
tion.
The PDS is a low power consumption unit but it will drain
the vehicle batteries over a period of time. If the vehicle
is to be stored for a prolonged period of time, the PDS
should be disconnected from the batteries. See 'Pro-
longed Storage' on page 22.

HORN

The horn is operated by pushing the horn button located on
the floor to the left of the brake pedal (Ref Fig. 8 on page 4).
Horn
Ref Hor 1
Fig. 8 Horn Button

OPERATING THE VEHICLE

Improper use of the vehicle or the lack
of proper maintenance may result in
damage or decreased performance.
Read and understand the following warnings before
attempting to operate the vehicle.
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vehicle control, the following warnings must be
observed:
When driving vehicle, consider the terrain, traffic
conditions and the environmental factors which
effect the terrain and the ability to control the
vehicle.
Use extra care and reduced speed when driving
on poor surfaces, such as loose dirt, wet grass,
gravel, etc.
To reduce the possibility
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of severe injury or death
resulting from loss of