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6. DRIVING YOUR CAR

A. OPERATING SEQUENCE

1. Disconnect the power cord, and store it in a safe place (or return cord to charging station holder).
2. Enter the vehicle and close both doors.
3. Adjust height of head rests.
4. Have all occupants buckle their seat belts.
5. Confirm the shifter is in Park.
6. Release the parking breake.
7. Insert key into ignition and turn clockwise to the first AAC position the accessory
circuits will be on (radio, lights, etc.) Turn the key past AAC to ON.
8. Press the brake.
9. Turn the key to START (red hazard symbol on the dash turns off), then turn key back to
ON. There is no audible sound whtn the car is on.
10. Move the shifter to drive, sport or reverse.
11. Release the brake pedal, press the accelerator and begin to drive.

A. Operating sequence
B. Power Conserve modes
C. Transporting your vehicle

B. POWER CONSERVE MODE

The Power Conserve Mode is designed to protect the batteries and the motor. Battery
low voltage would coincide with a low charge reading on the BDI gauge on the dash.
When the battery pack has been discharged to 10% remaining power, the controller will
disable the heating and optional AC system to conserve power. At 5%, the controller will
limit the motor to a top speed of about 45 mph. This will allow an increase in range on the
remaining battery power and assist the driver in getting the vehicle to a safe location to
recharge the batteries.

C. TRANSPORTING YOUR VEHICLE

Should you need to transport your WHEEGO vehicle, the best way is to use a car carrier or
a trailer. Secure the vehicle properly to the trailer and tow the trailer at speeds no greater
than 55 mph. Secure any loose items that may be inside the vehicle. You may also use a
tow dolly that lifts the front 2 wheels off of the ground. Do not tow the vehicle on all 4
wheels; this car is different from an internal-combustion vehicle. Towing it on all 4 wheels
affords significant wear and tear on the car as the drive train would be spinning the entire
time the car is towed. Use a trailer, car carrier or tow dolly.

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Summary of Contents for LiFe 2011

Page 1: ...owner s manual ...

Page 2: ...ur VIN The Wheego LiFe is designed to be plugged in when not in use the batteries gradually discharge when the car is not plugged in Damage due to failure to keep batteries properly charged is not covered under your warranty Batteries must not be allowed to fully discharge if the batteries fully discharge your warranty is void Refer to Charging Your Car for details All cars are tested for a minimu...

Page 3: ...me to read and understand the manual before operating your vehicle Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Consumer Information Reporting Safety Issues 3 Things to Know Before You Operate Your Car 4 Understanding Your Car s Features 5 Charging Your Car 6 Driving Your Car 7 Vehicle Maintenance 8 Diagnostics Troubleshooting 9 Customer Service and Warranty 10 Vehicle Identification and Specifications 11 I...

Page 4: ... the vehicle is in operation WHEEGO battery electric vehicles should be recharged from a standard 120VAC 15amp electrical outlet or an approved 240VAC Charging Station Charging from a circuit of lesser capacity and or using a cord from an outlet to the WHEEGO that is not sufficient in wire gauge could create a fire hazard Please consult this manual for the proper extension cord gauge and length Th...

Page 5: ...r vehicle safety from http www safercar gov 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR CAR A DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Your ability to drive your WHEEGO can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the level allowed by law If you are drinking alcohol don t drive Ride with a designated non drinking driver call a cab or use public transportation Driving after drinking alcohol can lead to an...

Page 6: ...le you are being driven to get medical assistance continue to rinse your eyes by using a sponge or soft cloth saturated with water Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR CAR S FEATURES WARNING Improper handling of high voltage wiring batteries or control systems could result in serious or fatal injury by electric shock Only qualified te...

Page 7: ...llows remote locking and unlocking of the driver and passenger doors and the rear hatch Press the round silver button to release the ignition key Open rear hatch press and hold for 3 seconds Lock doors Unlock doors 3 BUTTON KEY FOB ...

Page 8: ...Eco Meter o Indicator Lights o Setting Clock Metric English Contrast Level External Lights Turn Signals and Hazard Warning Flashers Windshield Wipers and Washer Horn Key Switch Tire Pressure Monitoring System Ventilation Controls Rear Defroster Airbag Controls 12V Accessory Jack Dome Light Radio Windows Doors and Mirrors INSTRUMENT PANEL ...

Page 9: ...LES ON CHARGE Press the stem on the lower right of the console to access the Odometer miles Trip Meter miles and Miles remaining on Current Charge Meter The odometer indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven The Trip Meter is useful for keeping track of specific distances traveled While viewing the Trip Meter press the stem for 3 4 seconds to reset the Trip Meter The Miles Remaining...

Page 10: ...our car as soon as possible so it does not drain below this point Note If you have left your car unplugged for more than a few days the BDI Gauge will not accurately reflect the remaining charge AMP METER The AMP Meter indicates how many amperes are being drawn in order to move the car This is a rough indication of the amount of electrical energy being used VOLT METER The VOLT Meter indicates the ...

Page 11: ...ice Contact your Wheego dealer Turn Signal indicates left or right blinker activation 12V Battery Light Indicates the 12V battery needs service Contact your Wheego dealer A C Light indicates the air conditioning is on Apply Brake Light reminds you to depress the brake pedal APPLY BRAKE EPS Light indicates the Electronic Power Steering needs service Contact your Wheego dealer for service as soon as...

Page 12: ...nd behind the upper and lower dash Liquids can damage electrical components and the circuit board Handle liquids with care Do not spray water directly into the dash CONSOLE SETTINGS You can change the settings of the console by using the 5 way D pad located in front of the parking brake With the car in Park and the key in the on position press and hold the center button of the 5 way switch A scree...

Page 13: ...s 10 Choose a value between 1 and 10 The higher the number the brighter the screen Select this to save your new values Choose 01 24 01 is 1 a m 13 is 1 p m Set Day Choose 01 to 31 Set Minutes Choose 00 to 59 Set Weekday Choose Mon to Sun Set Year Choose the year Save Exit Select this to save your new values Set Month Choose 01 to 12 Cancel Select this to cancel keep your current values and exit Se...

Page 14: ...the lights before exiting the vehicle If you accidentally leave the lights on a buzzer will sound to remind you to turn them off To turn on the bright lights hi beams push the lever away from you while the headlights are on The bright light indicator will illuminate on the dash To temporarily turn on the hi beams pull the lever toward you When you release the lever the hi beams will turn off For a...

Page 15: ...he wiper lever to the right of the steering column controls the windshield wipers and washer Move the wiper signal lever down to turn on the windshield wipers 1 click intermittent 2 clicks low speed 3 clicks high speed Move the wiper lever back up to turn off Pull the wiper lever momentarily toward the driver to spray the windshield with fluid from the washer reservoir HORN Press one of the button...

Page 16: ...your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s resp...

Page 17: ...you desire by turning the center knob you may press the center knob to turn on the AC compressor A red light comes on in the center of the knob to indicate the AC is on Pressing the center knob a second time will turn the AC off To turn the heat on turn the temperature knob on the left to red warm air and the adjust the volume of air using the center knob The heater icon will illuminate on the das...

Page 18: ...e head or neck resulting in serious or fatal injuries To ensure your child is as safe as possible in a vehicle never place him her in front of an airbag If your child rides in the WHEEGO move the seat as far back as possible away from the airbag Infants will only be safe in their rear facing child safety seats if the airbag has been switched off The passenger airbag may be turned on or off by inse...

Page 19: ...ing the radio CD player Please refer to the JVC Owner s Manual for a detailed description of its operation The ON OFF Source button is in the upper left corner of the display just below the Eject button Press and hold the Source button to turn the radio on or off The round knob controls the volume Press the controls to the left of the Menu button to change the station tuner Press the up or down ar...

Page 20: ...ON remove the key from the switch press the lock button on the key then press the unlock button put the key back into the switch and turn the vehicle back ON to restore normal operation of the vehicle A POWER ASSISTED WINDOWS The windows in your WHEEGO vehicle are motor operated Push on the button located on the inner door handle to roll the window down and pull it gently to roll the window up A P...

Page 21: ...on on the key fob for three seconds Raise the window using the finger lift Pull the left and right red latch releases at the top corners of the tailgate simultaneously to release and open the gate Close the tailgate before lowering and latching the rear window Alternately the tailgate can be opened by using the key HOOD RELEASE The hood release is located to the left of the brake pedal in front of...

Page 22: ...e left of the shifter knob and move the shifter to Park P position Pull up on the emergency brake The car is now ready to be turned off Reverse R With the key turned ON and the brake depressed release the emergency handbrake Push in the button on the left of the shifter knob and move the shifter to Reverse R position Release the brake and push down on the accelerator to move the vehicle in reverse...

Page 23: ...ar on the console To get out of Econo mode press the button again PARKING BRAKE On the floor between the seats is the hand actuated parking brake This brake must be engaged when parking the vehicle or prior to exiting the vehicle Grasp the brake and pull up to engage Press the silver button on the end and lower the brake handle to release the parking brake Leaving children unattended in a vehicle ...

Page 24: ...brake wear could lead to not having full braking capacity in an emergency Your vehicle is equipped with Regenerative Braking This allows the kinetic energy recovered from the motion of the car during braking to be stored in the battery pack for later use ACCELERATOR PEDAL The accelerator pedal is located on the driver s floor next to the center console and is used to control your speed Pressing do...

Page 25: ...ncluding the driver should not operate the vehicle or sit in a vehicle s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions The head rest should be adjusted to fit the occupant of the seat the center hole in the head rest cushion should line up with the back of the occupant s head for the maximum cushion and protection during a crash The head rest is composed of the upper cushion ...

Page 26: ...d sit back 2 The safety belt buckle is located just behind the outer side edge of the seat Grasp the buckle and pull out the belt Slide the buckle up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go across your lap 3 When the safety belt is long enough insert the buckle into the latch until you hear a click 4 Position the lap belt across your thighs and below your abdomen To remove slack in the...

Page 27: ...t allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and wearing a seat belt SEAT BELTS AND PREGNANT WOMEN We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancy Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the th...

Page 28: ...ld seats The infant carrier is only used rearward facing in the vehicle It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs 9 kg Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward facing direction than infant carriers do so they can be used rearward facing by children who weigh more than 20 lbs 9 kg but are less than one year old Both types of child restraints are hel...

Page 29: ...tes Seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt will tighten the belt the cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight however any seat belt system will loosen with time so check the belt occasionally and pul...

Page 30: ... seat back should use the lap shoulder belt Make sure that the child is upright in the seat The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug as possible Check belt fit periodically A child s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt unde...

Page 31: ...al injuries To ensure your child is as safe as possible in a vehicle never place him her in front of an airbag If your child rides in the WHEEGO LiFe move the seat as far back as possible away from the airbag and turn the passenger airbag off Infants will only be safe in their rear facing child safety seats if the airbag has been switched off 6 IMPACT SENSOR BATTERY DISCONNECT The LiFe is equipped...

Page 32: ...HARGING CABLES AND OPTIONS Your WHEEGO vehicle is equipped with three on board chargers totaling 27amps You can charge the LiFe using either a 110V 120V or 220V 240V power supply Your car comes with a 120V cable with a standard plug on the end We offer the 120V charging option so that you can charge your car anywhere there is standard 120V power If you are only driving your car about 30 miles a da...

Page 33: ...isted above An incorrect gauge extension cord could result in fire or heat damage The charging status lights are located in the charging port When the vehicle is charging the three LEDs in the charge port will flash indicating power input to the charger If you are using the 120V cord only one LED will flash green indicating that only one of the three on board chargers are being used If the car is ...

Page 34: ...our battery pack Should your cord become misplaced or damaged you should obtain a replacement power cord from the Dealer D RANGE INFORMATION Driving Range between Charges How far you can travel on a full charge is subject to a lot of factors You may be able to get as much as 100 miles or more Depending on how you drive you may get far fewer miles Factors that will reduce your range include higher ...

Page 35: ...e motor Battery low voltage would coincide with a low charge reading on the BDI gauge on the dash When the battery pack has been discharged to 10 remaining power the controller will disable the heating and optional AC system to conserve power At 5 the controller will limit the motor to a top speed of about 45 mph This will allow an increase in range on the remaining battery power and assist the dr...

Page 36: ...ANCE A Batteries and charging B Battery disposal C Brakes and fluid level D Tires E Tire changing F Fuse blocks G Key replacement Key fob battery replacement H Care and cleaning I Maintenance schedule J Fluids and lubricants ...

Page 37: ...es properly charged is not covered under your warranty Batteries must not be allowed to discharge below 10 this shows as 0 on your BDI gauge if the batteries discharge below 10 your warranty is void A BATTERIES AND CHARGING The 12 Volt AGM accessory battery is located under the front hood of the vehicle This battery provides power to the vehicle s 12 Volt system for items such as lights windshield...

Page 38: ...ield and gloves when working with or around batteries and electrical connectors Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or clothing If acid splashes in eyes or on the skin flush the area immediately with large quantities of water Battery gas is flammable and explosive Keep flame or sparks away from the battery or any other booster source Do not allow cable clamps to come in contact with ea...

Page 39: ...e also recyclable contact a certified Wheego technician for removal Contact your local and or state environmental officials regarding battery disposal information C BRAKES AND FLUID LEVEL The vehicle is equipped with a four wheel hydraulic braking system The fluid level of your brake system is a very important safety component The brake fluid reservoir is located under the hood next to the accesso...

Page 40: ... accidents Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended pressure that is shown on the sidewall of the tire The tires on your WHEEGO vehicle are specifically chosen for this electric vehicle They should be inspected regularly for damage wear and correct inflation pressure as shown in the maintenance schedule WHEEGO strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in qua...

Page 41: ...r Using tires sized other than specified on your vehicle s tire label could cause you to lose control resulting in serious injury or death Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size listed on your vehicle s tire label Using a smaller tire could result in tire overload and failure Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure an...

Page 42: ... Service Description 82V 82 indicates max load per tire is 1047 lbs V indicates Laboratory max speed 149mph Construction Type Tubeless steel belted radial In Radial tires the plies run 90 to the direction the tire is rolling Performance M S Mud Snow Treadware 400 Rating of wear rate in lab tests 100 is baseline above 100 is better Traction A Rating of tire s ability to stop on wet pavement in lab ...

Page 43: ... slippery areas Set the parking brake and block both the front and rear of the tire diagonally opposite the jacking position For example if the left front tire is being changed block the right rear wheel Use a small floor style jack or low profile scissor jack Jack the vehicle only from the side of the vehicle on the main frame rail or from the rear axle WARNING Getting under a jacked up vehicle i...

Page 44: ...uses need to be replaced use a fuse of the same type and amperage rating The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected A second fuse box is located inside the car on the driver s side under the dash A sticker on the cover indicates the ...

Page 45: ...quid household glass cleaner Do not use abrasive cleaners on the vehicle glass as it can cause scratches On the interior vinyl panels use a clean damp cloth to remove dust and debris The seats and carpet may be cleaned using an upholstery cleaner and a clean damp cloth Test the cleaner in an inconspicuous area to insure compatibility with the vehicle s interior before using on high visibility area...

Page 46: ...ry battery I I I I I I I I I I I Windshield wiper blades and fluid I I I I I I I I I I I Headlight taillight and interior bulbs I I I I I I I I I I I Seat belt condition and function I I I I I I I I I I I Brake fluid I I I I I R I I I I R Transmission lubricant I R I R I I R Grease fittings I L L L L L L L L L L Steering system I I I I I I Wheel and lug nuts I I I I I I AC system refrigerant and o...

Page 47: ...re normal is 1 to 120 Highest Temp Cell ID 1 to 36 Which battery cell has highest temp 93 92 8 DIAGNOSTICS TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE Should the hazard flashers start to automatically flash after turning the vehicle ON remove the key from the switch press the lock button on the key then press the unlock button put the key back into the switch and turn the vehicle back ON to restore normal operation of t...

Page 48: ...ets desired cabin temperature Cabin Temperature 0 to 150 F Shows estimated cabin temperature Evaporator Temp 20 to 75 F Shows the temperature of the AC evaporator Low Pressure Switch ON OFF ON indicates AC pressure is greater than 15 PSI AC High Side 0 to 300psi Shows high side pressure in the AC conditioning system Compressor Speed 0 to 100 Indicates the speed of the AC compressor Condenser Fan O...

Page 49: ...ting system VCL Version Shows the VCL version installed in the controller Date code Shows date the motor controller was manufactured Serial Number Unique serial of motor controller 97 96 9 CUSTOMER SERVICE WARRANTY Owners of a WHEEGO can obtain maintenance and warranty service if required from a local WHEEGO Authorized Service Provider which typically will be the Dealer from whom you purchased you...

Page 50: ...onal 24 months 40 000 miles whichever comes first warranty for the battery pack at an MSRP of 1995 00 3 LABOR WARRANTY All car labor which is required to repair the car other than normal use and maintenance items will be covered through an authorized dealer without charge for labor during the 36 Month 36000 miles whichever comes first LABOR warranty period The lithium battery pack is covered for 4...

Page 51: ...es properly charged o Damage caused by water or other liquid entering the battery compartment o Discharged batteries that can be recharged and returned to service o Rust on the body of the vehicle Scope Limitation on Warranty WHEEGO makes no warranty of any kind express or implied which exceeds the warranty or time limits expressly stated herein and no representation or agreements to the contrary ...

Page 52: ... have been certified by the company to perform warranty services Warranty Parts and prior approval of Warranty Service can be obtained by contacting the Company in the manner set forth under Making a Warranty Claim below HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE AND MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM Warranty service can be obtained from your local authorized WHEEGO Dealer which typically will be the Dealer from whom you purchase...

Page 53: ...go Electric Vehicles or any of its affiliates be liable for any incidental special consequential or punitive damages or for any costs attorney fees expenses losses or delays alleged to be as a consequence of any damage to failure of or defect in any product including but not limited to any claims for loss of profits This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or conditions writt...

Page 54: ...luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the avai...

Page 55: ... Restraints 54 59 Cleaning 89 Console D pad controller 24 Console Menu 25 Console Settings 23 25 Consumer Information 8 Customer Service 97 107 D Dashboard 14 25 Diagnostics 92 96 Diagram 71 Door Locks 39 Door Open Light 22 Drivers forum 2 E EasyCare 3 Eco Meter 19 F First Responder Info 111 Fluids 91 Foot Pedals 46 Fuses 86 87 EPS Light 21 H Hazard Light 20 28 Head Rests 49 Heater Light 21 I Impa...

Page 56: ... 2 105 Vehicle Maintenance 70 Ventilation Controls 32 33 Volt Meter 19 W Warnings 5 7 9 10 11 30 45 46 50 52 54 66 74 75 79 80 85 Warranty 97 107 Window Controls 38 Windshield Wipers 28 S Safety Information 9 10 Seatbelts 21 50 54 Seats 47 49 Service Light 20 Shifter 42 45 Specifications 106 107 Speedometer 16 T Table of Contents 4 Tires 21 31 78 85 Tire Changing 84 Tire Pressure Monitoring Light ...

Page 57: ...senger side of the control box shown circled in the picture 4 Squeeze latch and remove disconnect jumper The power from the lithium battery pack has now been disconnected from the main power cables that run from the back to the front of the car no pack voltage power is present in the front of the car Note This car is equipped with an Impact Sensor that automatically cuts off power in the event of ...

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