Club Car Precedent 2014, Maintenance And Service Manual

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FUEL SYSTEM Fuel Tank
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CAUTION
• Dispose of wastewater and fuel tank in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and ordinances.
FUEL TANK STORAGE
1. Remove the cap from the tank and thoroughly rinse it with water.
2. In a well-ventilated area, flush the fuel tank with water to remove any remaining fuel.
3. In a well-ventilated area, set the tank upside down so that the water can drain out of it. To make sure that the tank
dries completely, allow the tank to sit for 24 hours.
4. Store the tank upside down, with the cap installed, in a well-ventilated area.
FUEL TANK INSTALLATION
1. Place the fuel tank in the vehicle.
2. Secure the tank with the fuel tank hold-down (2) (Figure 22-11, Page 22-15) .
2.1. Insert the tabs on the rear of the hold-down into the slots on the back of the fuel bucket.
2.2. Pivot hold-down to place the front edge over mounting holes. Install two screws (2) to secure the hold-down.
Tighten screws to 31 in·lb (3.5 N·m).
3. Connect the vent tube (14) to the fuel tank vent (Figure 22-11, Page 22-15) .
4. Connect the fuel line (9) to the fuel tank shut-off valve (5). Use new clamps (6) (Figure 22-11, Page 22-15) .
5. If vehicle is equipped with fuel level sending unit, connect the black wire from the fuel gauge to one of the fuel
level sending unit screws. Connect the orange wire to the center stud and install the flat washer, lock washer, and
nut. Tighten to 18 in·lb (2.0 N·m). Slide the rubber boot over the stud
(Figure 22-12, Page 22-18) . If not equipped
with fuel level sending unit, connect black wire to ground screw on fuel tank. Tighten to 18 in·lb (2.0 N·m).
WARNING
• Static electricity on fuel tank can cause arching and ignite fuel vapors. Ensure that ground wire is
properly connected.
6. Add fuel to the tank.
7. Connect battery. See Connecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicles on page 1-4.
8. Ensure that the wheels are chocked, the Forward/Reverse handle is in the NEUTRAL position, and that the
neutral lockout cam is in the MAINTENANCE position.
9. Check to be sure the fuel shut-off valve on top of the fuel tank is in the open (ON) position (Figure 22-13,
Page 22-21) .
10. Turn the key switch to the ON position and press the accelerator pedal to start the engine. See following
DANGER.
DANGER
• Do not operate gasoline vehicle in an enclosed area without proper ventilation. The engine produces
carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison.
• After installing the fuel tank and adding fuel, carefully check all fuel lines and connections for leaks.
Repair any fuel leaks before operating the vehicle.
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