Club Car 2006 DS Golf, Owner'S Manual

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Driving Instructions
2006 Gold Standard Electric Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 17
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WARNING
• Do not use the vehicle on public roads. It is not designed or intended for street use and
should not be licensed for use on public roads.
• Where applicable, obey all local rules concerning golf cars and off-road vehicles.
• The vehicle should be driven in only specified areas by trained drivers.
• Do not drive while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications.
• To prevent overturning the vehicle, drive slowly in turns.
• Use brakes to reduce speed when coasting downhill.
No one should drive the vehicle without first being instructed in the proper operation and use of the vehicle’s
controls. An experienced operator should accompany each first-time driver on a test drive before allowing
him/her to operate the vehicle alone.
To ensure safe operation of the vehicle, follow exactly and in order, all of the following procedures. Read and
understand all instructions prior to driving the vehicle.
Starting the vehicle
1. Study and understand controls.
2. Read safety warnings located on dash and above pedals.
3. For vehicles with cargo beds: Make sure load is secure.
4. Make sure everyone is seated and holding onto seat hand holds or handrails.
5. Make sure wheels are turned in desired direction and that nothing is in your path.
6. Turn key to the ON position.
7. Select direction by placing the Forward/Reverse handle or switch in desired position (F = forward or R
= reverse). A buzzer will sound as a warning when the Forward/Reverse handle or switch is in the
REVERSE position.
8. Place both hands on the steering wheel.
9. Slowly press accelerator pedal. The park brake will release automatically and the vehicle will start to
move. As the accelerator pedal is pressed, speed will increase until full speed is reached. See following
WARNING and NOTE.
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WARNING
• Operator must control vehicle speed when going downhill.
• PowerDrive Plus and IQ System vehicles only: “Pedal down” or “pedal up” motor braking may
be used to help control speed when going downhill; however, steep terrain or other
conditions may require that pedal braking be used in conjunction with motor braking.
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
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WARNING
• Driving through water may affect the brakes. After driving through water, check effectiveness
of the brakes by gently pressing the brake pedal. If the vehicle does not slow down at the
normal rate, continue to press the brake pedal until the brakes dry out and normal
performance returns.