Ezgo RXV ELECTRIC, Owner'S Manual And Service Manual

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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Owner’s Guide
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings.
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SPARK PLUG
Tool List Qty. Required
Spark plug wrench,13/16" ........................................... 1
Plug gauge, wire type.................................................. 1
Using a 13/16" spark plug wrench, remove the spark
plug at intervals indicated in the Periodic Service Sched-
ule, check, clean and set the gap to 0.7 - 0.8 mm (.028"
- 031"). Install the spark plug and tighten to 16 ft. lbs.
(22 Nm) torque.
Fig. 38 Gapping the Spark Plug
A fouled spark plug is indicated by a wet, black appear-
ance. This could be caused by a dirty air filter element or
other restrictions in the air intake system. Incorrectly ad-
justed valves, a spark plug wire in poor condition or poor
quality fuel could also contribute to the problem.
Use care not to over-tighten the plug. Over-tightening
can cause damage to the aluminum cylinder head
threads.
CLEANING THE BATTERY
To reduce the possibility of damage to the vehicle, neu-
tralize acid before rinsing the battery.
To reduce the possibility of damage to electrical com-
ponents while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
When cleaning the outside of the battery and terminals,
do not use a water hose without first spraying with a so-
lution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water to
neutralize any acid deposits. Use of a water hose with-
out first neutralizing any acid, will move the acid from the
top of the battery to another area of the vehicle or stor-
age facility where it will attack the metal structure or the
concrete/asphalt floor. After hosing down the battery, a
residue will be left on the battery which is conductive
and will contribute to the discharge of the battery.
The correct cleaning technique is to spray the top and
sides of the battery with a solution of baking soda and
water. This solution is best applied with a garden type
sprayer equipped with a non metallic spray wand. The
solution should consist of 1/4 cup (60 ml) of baking soda
mixed with 1 1/2 gallons (6 liters) of clear water. In addi-
tion to the battery, special attention should be paid to the
metallic components adjacent to the battery which
should also be sprayed with the baking soda solution.
Fig. 39 Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution
Allow the solution to sit for at least three minutes; use a
soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the top of the battery in
order to remove any residue that could cause the self
discharge of the battery. Rinse the entire area with low
pressure clear water.
DO NOT use a pressure washer.
BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Tool List Qty. Required
Insulated Wrench, 1/2".................................................1
Socket, 1/2" .................................................................1
Extension, 12"..............................................................1
Ratchet ........................................................................1
Torque Wrench, ft. lbs. .................................................1
0.7 - 0.8 mm
(.028” - .031”)
Gap
Plug
1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters) Water
Non-Metalic Wand
1/4 Cup (60 ML)
Baking Soda
(Sodium Bicarbonate)
2 GAL (8 Liters)
Gargen Sprayer
(1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters)
Baking Soda Solution