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screwdriver (not included).
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• Use only with the Power Wheels®
• Use only with the Power Wheels®
12 Volt Lead-Acid Rechargeable
12 Volt Lead-Acid Rechargeable
Battery and Power Wheels® 12 Volt
Battery and Power Wheels® 12 Volt
Charger with Type 12V Connector
Charger with Type 12V Connector
(both included).
(both included).
• Requires three "AA" (LR6) alkaline
• Requires three "AA" (LR6) alkaline
batteries for radio operation
batteries for radio operation
(batteries not included).
(batteries not included).
Owner's Manual
with Assembly Instructions
For Model W9418
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- Page 1 Charger with Type 12V Connector (both included). (both included). • Requires three “AA” (LR6) alkaline • Requires three “AA” (LR6) alkaline batteries for radio operation batteries for radio operation (batteries not included). (batteries not included). Owner's Manual with Assembly Instructions For Model W9418...
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Page 2: Important Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING • Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over. Always use battery retainer. • PREVENT FIRE - Never modify the electrical system. Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system. - Use of the wrong type battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious injury. - Page 3 • Your new vehicle requires adult assembly. Please set there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aside at least 30 minutes for assembly. a particular installation. If this equipment does cause • Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors. Most interior flooring harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be damaged by riding this vehicle indoors. can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, Fisher-Price® will not be responsible for damage to the floor if the vehicle is used indoors. the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • You must charge your battery for 18-30 hours before you use your vehicle for the first time. We recommend • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. charging your battery before beginning assembly. Please • Increase the separation between the equipment see the Battery Charging section for detailed instructions. and receiver. • The battery charger is not a toy. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician • Do not short circuit the battery.
- Page 4 ASSEMBLED PARTS • If you experience a problem with this product, please call us at 1-800-348-0751, rather than return this product to a store. • Please identify all parts before assembly and save all packaging material until assembly is complete to ensure that no parts are discarded. • Metal parts have been coated with a lubricant to protect them during shipment. Wipe all metal parts with a paper towel to remove any excess lubricant. Windshield Vehicle Hood Sport Bar Hood Scoop Steering Wheel Cap Steering Wheel Sport Bar Support - 2 Brush Guard Long Seat Belt Strap Short Seat Belt Strap - 2 Dash Steering Column Side Pipe - 2...
- Page 5 ASSEMBLED PARTS Key Assembly Steering Column Cap 12 Volt Battery 12 Volt Charger Light Cover – 4 Hood Latch – 2 Spacer - 2 Dash Cap - 2 #8-32 x 1 " Screw – 2 " x 1 " Pin – 1 #10 x "...
- Page 6 ASSEMBLED PARTS Note: Some parts shown are assembled on both sides of the vehicle. Fasteners not shown. W9418pr-0920...
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Page 7: Battery Charging
BATTERY CHARGING • Make sure you charge the battery for at least 18 hours ELECTRICAL HAZARD using the enclosed Power Wheels 12 volt charger ® before operating your vehicle for the first time. Charge WARNING the battery for at least 14 hours after each use of the vehicle. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours. Failure to follow these instructions may damage your • Battery can fall out and injure battery and will void your warranty. a child if vehicle tips over. • Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt charger with “12V” ® connector (input 120 VAC, 60Hz, with an output of 12 Always use battery retainer. VDC) to charge your Power Wheels 12 volt battery. ® • PREVENT FIRE - Never modify the electrical system. Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious injury and could also ruin the electrical system. - Page 8 Assembly Key Assembly WARNING Dash Children can be harmed by small parts, sharp edges and sharp points in the vehicle's unassembled state, or by electrical items. Care should be taken in unpacking and assembly of the vehicle. Children should not handle parts, including the battery, or help in assembly of the vehicle.
- Page 9 ASSEMBLY Larger Steering Opening Column • Position the steering wheel so that the large opening and the tab on the steering wheel stem are both UP. Hole Hole • Fit the steering wheel onto the steering column. INSIDE TOP VIEW Steering Column SIDE VIEW • Turn the vehicle body upright. • Gently bend the tab on one of the sidepipes under the vehicle body. • Insert a #8 x ¾" screw through the hole in the vehicle body floor and into the tab. • Tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not over-tighten. SIDE VIEW • Repeat this procedure on the other side of the • Insert the " x 1 " pin through the hole in the end vehicle body of the steering column. • Lower the steering column so that the pin fits inside the center of the steering wheel. Steering Column Hole Hole BOTTOM VIEW • Wipe the steering column with a paper towel to remove any excess lubricant.
- Page 10 ASSEMBLY Steering Hood Scopp Wheel SIDE VIEW • Fit the steering wheel cap into the center of the Hood steering wheel. • Insert two #10 x ¾" screws and tighten. • Fit the hood scoop to the top of the hood ¾" • Fit a washer onto four #8 x screws. • From underneath the hood, insert the four #8 x ¾” screws with washers through the hood and into the hood scoop. Tighten the screws. Hood Latches Steering Steering Column Column BOTTOM VIEW • Turn the vehicle on its side. • Insert the end of the steering column through the hole in the steering rod. • Fit the steering column cap onto the end of the steering column. FRONT VIEW • Insert a hood latch into one of the slots in the front end of the vehicle. • Twist the base of the hood latch turn to secure it in the vehicle. • Repeat this procedure to attach the other hood latch to the vehicle.
- Page 11 ASSEMBLY Hood Hood Brush Guard • Insert the tabs on the hood into the slots in the front • Fit and hold the brush guard against the front bumper. end of the vehicle. • Insert two #10 x " screws into the brush guard • Pull the hood forward and lower it closed. and tighten. Spacer Spacer Spacer • Position the windshield so that the molded detail on the wipers faces the front end of the vehicle. • Insert and “snap” the two large tabs on the windshield • Fit two spacers between the grille and the back of the into the large slots in the dash. brush guard, as shown • Pull up on the windshield to be sure it is secure. • Insert two #8 x 3" screws through the inside of the headlight, the spacers and into the holes in the grille . Tighten the screws. W9418pr-0920...
- Page 12 ASSEMBLY Headlights Headlight Cover Headlight • Insert each fastener end of the long seat belt strap Cover through a slot in the center of the seat. Make sure the fasteners face the outer edge of the seat. • Pull each side of the long seat belt strap evenly through the slots. Make sure to pull each T-loop • Fit the light covers to the headlights. through a slot. • Insert a #10 x " screw into each light cover. Tighten • Turn the seat upright. the screws. • With the seat at an angle, insert the tabs on the front • Turn the seat upside down. edge of the seat into the slots in the foot-well wall. • Insert the fastener end of a short seat belt strap • Push down firmly on the edge of the seat above each through the slot near the outer edge of the seat. tab to snap the tabs into the slots. Make sure the side of the seat belt with the fastener faces the outer edge of the seat. • Rotate the back of the seat down to snap the seat back tabs into the slots in the vehicle. Push down firmly on • Pull the short seat belt strap completely through the the seat back. slot until the last T-loop at the opposite end of the belt catches against the slot. You will pull one T-loop through the slot. • Repeat this procedure to assemble the other short seat belt strap. W9418pr-0920...
- Page 13 ASSEMBLY Sport Bar Assembly BACK VIEW • Fit the sport bar assembly into the holes in the top • Insert a #10 x " screw into the rear edge of the seat. side of the vehicle. Tighten the screw. • Push down firmly on a sport bar support while pulling up on the side fender to fit the sport bar into the vehicle. • Repeat this procedure on the other side of the vehicle. Sport Bar Light Cover Light Cover Light Cover Supports • Fit a support to one side of the sport bar. " screw through the support, the • Insert a #8- 32 x 1 sport bar and out through the support. • Fit a #8 acorn lock nut to the end of the screw. • While holding the acorn lock nut with an adjustable • Fit the light covers to the sport bar lights. wrench or pliers, tighten the screw. • Insert a #10 x ” screw into each light cover. Tighten • Repeat this procedure to fasten the other support to the the screws. sport bar.
- Page 14 ASSEMBLY 1,5V x 3 Loosen These “AA” (LR6) Screws DASH VIEW • Locate the Radio on the dash. Loosen the screws in the battery compartment door. Remove the battery compartment door. • I nsert three, new “AA” (LR6) alkaline batteries. Hint: We recommend using alkaline batteries for longer BOTTOM VIEW battery life. • Turn the vehicle on its side. • Replace the battery compartment door and tighten • Insert two #10 x " screws into the holes (behind the the screws. rear wheels) in the underside of each rear wheel well, • When sounds become faint or stop, it’s time for an through the vehicle and into the ends of the sport bar. adult to change the batteries! Please refer to page 19 Tighten the screws.
- Page 15 DECORATION • Before applying the labels, wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean, dry cloth to remove any dust or oils. • Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustrations and avoid repositioning the labels • After applying a label, rub it firmly with a clean dry cloth, starting at the center, to remove any air bubbles. DASH VIEW FRONT VIEW W9418pr-0920...
- Page 16 DECORATION FRONT LEFT SIDE FRONT RIGHT SIDE W9418pr-0920...
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Page 17: Battery Installation
BATTERY INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! Use only a Power Wheels 12 volt battery. ® Use of any other battery will damage your vehicle. • Plug the motor harness connector into the battery. Hood Latches • Turn the hood latches a turn. • Lift the hood to access the battery compartment. • Lower the hood and secure the hood latches. • Lift and pull the battery retainer forward. • Place the battery in the battery compartment and release the battery retainer. W9418pr-0920... -
Page 18: Safe Driving Rules
SAFE DRIVING RULES Before children use this vehicle, an adult should carefully RIDING HAZARD evaluate the driving area as well as the child’s skill level and ability to drive the vehicle safely. Teach appropriate WARNING safety rules to your child before allowing operation of this vehicle. These rules should also be reviewed with • Prevent Injuries and Deaths other playmates who want to drive the vehicle. • A child who is not sitting on the seat could fall off, • Direct Adult Supervision Required. cause a tip over or block the driver’s view. • Never Ride at Night. • Only operate the vehicle in the daytime in • Keep Children Within Safe a well-lit area. • Driving near steep inclines can cause: Riding Areas. -The vehicle to gain unsafe speed, even if the pedal is These areas must be: released to stop. -
Page 19: Vehicle Operation
VEHICLE OPERATION Advanced Use – High Speed • H elp your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving, and automatically knows how to stop. Lock Out Lock Out Shifter Shifter Position Position Beginner Use – Low Speed Storage Storage Position Position Lock-Out Screw Lock-Out Screw • Before you disconnect the high speed lock-out, make sure your child knows how to steer, start and stop the vehicle, and knows the safe driving rules. When the high speed lock-out is disconnected, the vehicle can be driven forward in low (2½ mph, maximum) or high speed (5 mph, maximum). • Make sure the shifter is in the reverse position. -
Page 20: Vehicle Care
BATTERY CARE VEHICLE CARE If a battery leak develops, avoid contact with the • C heck all screws and their protective coverings leaking acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic regularly and tighten as required. Check plastic parts bag. See next section for proper disposal. on a regular basis for cracks or broken pieces. • D uring snowy or rainy weather, the vehicle should be If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with stored inside or under a protective cover. cool water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician. • A void operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions. If acid is internally ingested, give water, milk of Water or moisture in the motors or electrical switches magnesia or egg whites immediately. Never give can cause them to corrode, and could cause switch... -
Page 21: Problems And Solutions Guide
PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE IMPORTANT! If you experience a problem with your vehicle, first check the Problems and Solutions Guide below. If you still experience a problem, please contact Power Wheels Consumer Relations, or your local Power Wheels ® ® authorized service center. POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION CAUSE Vehicle does not run Undercharged battery 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 connectors. Make sure the battery connector is tightly plugged into the charger connector, and that the charger is plugged into the wall. Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”. Charger is not working There is no sure way to tell if your charger is working unless you have a volt meter. If you suspect there is a problem with your charger, contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center. They can test your charger for you. Tripped thermal fuse T he built-in thermal fuse may “trip” and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe. Once a fuse has “tripped”, remove your foot from the pedal and wait 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 lbs (59 kg) maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle. Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects, which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors. If a thermal fuse continually trips, contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center. - Page 22 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION CAUSE Short run time (Less than Undercharged battery Charge the battery. A new battery should have been 1 - 3 hours per 1 - 3 hours per charge) charge) 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 battery connector is tightly plugged into the charger connector, and that the charger is plugged into the wall. Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”. Overcharged battery Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours. If you suspect that your battery is damaged as a result of overcharging, contact Consumer Relations. They can test the battery for you. Battery is old and will not Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not last forever. accept full charge Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on vehicle use and use conditions. Replace only with a Power Wheels® 12 Volt battery with built-in thermal fuse. Do not substitute parts. Tripped thermal fuse The built-in thermal fuse may “trip” and shut down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions too severe. Once a fuse has “tripped”, remove your foot from the pedal and wait 25 seconds before opperating the vehicle again. To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns, do not overload the vehicle by exceeding the 130 lbs (59 kg) maximum weight capacity or by towing anything behind the vehicle. Do not drive up hills or run into fixed objects, which can cause the wheels to stop spinning while power is still being supplied to the motors. If a thermal fuse...
- Page 23 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION CAUSE Vehicle runs sluggishly Vehicle is overloaded Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing more than (continued) one rider at one time, exceeding the 130 lbs (59 kg). maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind the vehicle. If the vehicle is overloaded, the built-in thermal fuse in the battery may “trip”, and automatically shut down. Adjust the driving conditions to prevent repeated automatic shutdowns. Driving conditions are Use only on generally level ground. too stressful Sometimes the vehicle Loose wire or connector Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to run, doesn’t run, but other but other times it does make sure they are tight. times it does Motor or electrical Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for switch damage diagnosis and repair. When the foot pedal is Loose wire or connector Check all wires around the motors and all connectors the vehicle pressed, the vehicle won’t won’t run without to make sure they are tight. run without a push “Dead Spot” on motor Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for diagnosis and repair. Battery’s thermal fuse Damaged battery Contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center for constantly “trips”, but the...
- Page 24 18 hours! Charge the battery immediately after each use. Charge the battery once a month, even if the vehicle is not used or stored. Do not return your vehicle to the store! We're a toll-free phone call away, and we can help. If you are missing parts or need assistance, please call: 1-800-348-0751 Or contact your local independently owned and operated Power Wheels Authorized Service Center. ® For the location nearest you, visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com. Jeep and the Jeep grille design are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. Jeep Wrangler and ® ® ® its trade dress are used under license from Chrysler Group LLC. © Chrysler Group LLC 2011. Fisher-Price, Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc., East Aurora, New York 14052 U.S.A. ©2011 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. ® and ™ designate U.S. trademarks of Mattel, Inc. unless otherwise indicated. PRINTED IN MEXICO W9418pr-0920...