Ezgo Express S6 ELiTE, Owner'S Manual

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AFETY
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VEHICLE MODIFICATION
Removing some items from the vehicle can change the designed handling characteris -
tics and present a significant safety risk.
Do not install any accessory not approved by
E-Z-GO
. Do not modify the vehicle to increase the speed or power
beyond manufacturer’s specifications. Any modifications or installation of accessories not approved by
E-Z-GO
can
create a safety hazard and increase the risk of injury.
Any modification to the vehicle that allows the vehicle to travel above the factory set default speed must be done by an
authorized EZGO dealer. Installation of wheel spacers is mandatory for all vehicles excluding model 10005558G01
prior to increasing the speed to the maximum value specified by the manufacturer. Failure to install the wheel spacers
prior to increasing the vehicle speed on the specified vehicles will result in a termination of the vehicle’s warranty.
For information on your vehicle’s model, see page 9 for serial plate location.
The warranty may be terminated if the original (or equivalent) replacement parts are not installed on the vehicle.
The addition of some accessories can change the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Use only manufacturer
approved accessories, and familiarize yourself with their function and effect on the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Routine and scheduled maintenance of this vehicle is necessary to keep the vehicle in safe and reliable condition.
This section of the manual provides safety information for performing maintenance on your vehicle. Make sure to
read, understand, and comply with all of this information to decrease the risk of personal injury or death.
Serious injury or death can occur if the instructions and procedures shown in this
owner’s manual are not followed.
• Read this entire manual and all product labels carefully. Follow the procedures and comply with the safety informa -
tion in this manual while performing vehicle service or maintenance.
• Use the tools shown in the tool list and wear the specified safety equipment when performing vehicle service or
maintenance.
• Remove all jewelry before servicing the vehicle.
• Do not allow loose clothing or hair to contact the moving parts.
• Do not touch hot objects.
• The drive wheels must be lifted and supported on jack stands before performing any service to the power-train
while the motor is in operation.
• Use wheel chocks and support the vehicle on jack stands. NEVER get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.
Lift the vehicle following the instructions. See LIFTING THE VEHICLE on page 36.
•When servicing the vehicle, always wear eye protection. Be careful when working around batteries,
using solvents, or compressed air.
•Use insulated tools within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery explosion.
•To prevent the risk of battery explosion, keep all flammable materials, open flames or sparks away
from the battery.
• Maintain constant awareness that some components are heavy, spring loaded, corrosive, explosive, can cause
high amperage, or get extremely hot. Keep your hands, face, feet, and body away from any area that can expose
them to injury in the event that an unexpected situation occurs.
• After making repairs or performing maintenance, test the vehicle in a safe area that is free from vehicle and person
traffic.