E-Z-GO 2012 TERRAIN 1500 Owner'S Manual Download

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622021

Owner’s Guide

ISSUED JULY 2011 REVISED AUG 2012

Summary of Contents for 2012 TERRAIN 1500

Page 1: ...622021 Owner s Guide ISSUED JULY 2011 REVISED AUG 2012...

Page 2: ...es in controls will be illustrated Most of the service procedures in this guide can be accomplished using common automotive hand tools Contact your service representative on servicing the vehicle in a...

Page 3: ...to incorporate engineering and design changes to products in this manual without obligation to include these changes on units sold previously The information contained in this manual may be revised p...

Page 4: ...void the warranty Tampering with or adjusting the governor to permit vehicle to operate at above factory specifications will void the vehicle warranty When servicing engines all adjustments and repla...

Page 5: ...thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers SECTION PAGE NO SAFETY 1 1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 2 1 INTRODUCTION 3 1 OPERATING PROCEDURES...

Page 6: ...Page iv TABLE OF CONTENTS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes...

Page 7: ...amiliar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 1 TITLE PAGE NO SAFETY 1 3 NOTICES CAUTIONS WARNINGS AND DANGERS 1 3 GENERAL 1 5 GENERAL OPERATION 1 5 M...

Page 8: ...1 2 SAFETY Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 1...

Page 9: ...ated under the pas senger seat in the Tow position If the vehicle is to be used in a commercial environment signs similar to the ones illustrated should be used to warn of situations that could result...

Page 10: ...ERAL LAW the modified product will be a Low Speed Vehicle LSV subject to the strictures and requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 571 500 In these instances pursuant to Federal law the...

Page 11: ...eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standards of the United States of America USA and are not equipped for operation on public streets Some communities may permit these vehicles to be operated on their streets...

Page 12: ...icle support the vehicle using wheel chocks and jack stands NEVER get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack lift the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions maintain the vehic...

Page 13: ...Pb35493 G01 71489G01 R F P F 35962 G01 14 25 14 25 14 25 cm MIN 150 R F ON OFF I O ON OFF I O F R F ON OFF I O ON OFF I O R F ON OFF I O ON OFF I O R F 14 25 14 25 614121 614068 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTA...

Page 14: ...ITY COULD RESULT IN TIP OVER LOAD CENTER OF GRAVITY MAXIMUM HEIGHT 14 25 WARNING READ MANUAL FOR MAXIMUM LOAD BED CAPACITY MAXIMUM RAMP HILL SECURE LOAD AS FAR FORWARD AS POSSIBLE MAXIMUM LOAD BED CAP...

Page 15: ...BATTERY DO NOT CONNECT POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL TO GROUND SHORTING BATTERY TERMINALS MAY CAUSE EXPLOSION DO NOT EXPOSE TO FLAME WARNING CORROSIVE WARNING LETHAL VOLTAGE WARNING EXPLOSIVE DO NOT DISP...

Page 16: ...SELECTOR TO REVERSE AN AUDIBLE DEVICE WILL SOUND DEPRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY TO LEAVE A GASOLINE POWERED VEHICLE IN PARK APPLY PARKING BRAKE TURN KEY TO OFF MOVE DIRECTION SELECT...

Page 17: ...TCH TO LOCK DIFFERENTIAL PUSH BOTTOM OF SWITCH TO UNLOCK DIFFERENTIAL 58 REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK SWITCH 59 PUSH TOP PART OF SWITCH TO RAISE LOAD BED PUSH BOTTOM PART OF SWITCH TO LOWER LOAD BED 61 54 W...

Page 18: ...1 12 SAFETY Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 1...

Page 19: ...manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 TITLE PAGE NO Vehicle Specifications 2 3 Vehicle Dimensions 2 4 Vehicle I...

Page 20: ...2 2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 2...

Page 21: ...utside Clearance Circle 23 5 ft 7 2 m Cargo Box Length inside 36 0 in 91 0 cm Intersecting Aisle Clearance N A Cargo Box Depth inside 10 5 in 27 0 cm Speed Level Ground 16 mph 0 5 mph 25 7 kph 0 8 kph...

Page 22: ...ings and Dangers 2 4 2 34 in 86 0 cm 10 5 in 27 0 cm 18 in 46 0 cm 6 in 15 cm Ground Clearance 110 5 in 281 0 cm 49 0 in 125 0 cm 78 5 in 199 0 cm 15 in 38 cm 44 0 in 122 0 cc 36 0 in 91 0 cm Rear 38...

Page 23: ...RAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 2 TURNINGCLEARANCEDIAMETER Approx 23 5...

Page 24: ...2 6 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 2...

Page 25: ...General Information 3 3 Key Switch Headlight Switch 3 3 Low Oil Pressure Indicator Light 3 4 Fuel Gauge 3 4 Direction Selector 3 4 Accelerator Pedal 3 4 Park Brake 3 4 Differential Lock 3 5 Horn 3 5 1...

Page 26: ...3 2 INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 3...

Page 27: ...tory installed custom accessories some accessories remain operational with the key switch in the OFF position 1 Key Switch Headlight Switch Located on the dash panel this switch enables the basic elec...

Page 28: ...entional movement of the accelerator pedal will release the park brake and may cause the vehicle to move which could result in severe injury or death With the key switch ON depressing the accelerator...

Page 29: ...lock lever backward towards the green unlocked symbol After unlocking the differential may remain locked if driving is resumed in a straight line This is a normal occurrence caused by pressure remaini...

Page 30: ...s Warnings and Dangers 3 6 3 12 Hip Restraint Front The front hip restraints are designed to help keep the occupants properly positioned in the event of sudden vehicle position changes 13 Brake Light...

Page 31: ...used to steer the vehicle The steering wheel is also installed with scorecard holder assembly 17 Choke Located on the console between the front seats the choke is used to aid cold starting See Cold S...

Page 32: ...3 8 INTRODUCTION Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 3...

Page 33: ...ITLE PAGE NO SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 4 3 BEFORE INITIAL USE 4 4 OPERATING THE VECHILE 4 5 RUN IN 4 5 COLD STARTING 4 6 STARTING AND DRIVING 4 7 STARTING THE VECHILE WITH DISCHARGED BATTERY 4 7 COASTING...

Page 34: ...4 2 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 4...

Page 35: ...ated on the chassis between the seat back supports To access it raise the seat and lift up the flap on the access panel Design changes take place on an ongoing basis In order to obtain correct compone...

Page 36: ...ely ventilated minimum of 5 air exchanges per hour To reduce the chance of battery explosion that could result in severe injury or death never smoke around or charge batteries in an area that has open...

Page 37: ...eds 14 25 grade To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death resulting from improper vehicle operation the following warnings must be observed Refer to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for seating capaci...

Page 38: ...oil dipsticks between models The oil should be changed in accordance with the Periodic Service Schedule while the engine is warm See SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE for checking oil level and changing oil pr...

Page 39: ...not hold vehicle on hill by using accelerator and engine This will cause premature and excessive wear to drive train components To reduce the possibility of permanent damage to the drive system it is...

Page 40: ...produce a spark Always handle gasoline in a well ventilated area Always wear eye protection to protect against splashed fuel and fuel vapors Always allow adequate space for the expansion of gasoline...

Page 41: ...to the vehicle do not hold on to sun top struts and stand on body panels The sun top and windshield provide some protection from the elements however they will not keep the operator and passenger dry...

Page 42: ...ssengers should never be allowed to ride in the dump bed Severe injury or death could result if they should fall out or the vehicle is involved in an accident or sudden maneuver OPTIONAL WINCH This ve...

Page 43: ...pants or bystanders select the object to which the cable is attached with the following considerations Make sure the object cannot be pulled over or otherwise damaged The object the winch cable is att...

Page 44: ...ntinue to activate the winch remote control The wire cable may become overstressed Do not attempt to pull loads exceeding 1500 lbs 680 kg To pull out the cable the free spool clutch knob must be used...

Page 45: ...uired and load attachment Do not pull at an angle This will cause the wire cable to pile up on one end of the winch This may jam the winch causing damage to the cable and or the winch Pulling the vehi...

Page 46: ...4 14 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 4...

Page 47: ...NT 5 8 FUSE REPLACEMENT 5 8 VEHICLE WITH DISCHARGED BATTERY 5 8 TRANSPORTING VEHICLE 5 9 Towing 5 9 Neutral Lock 5 9 Hauling 5 9 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5 10 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 5 10 Tire Inspection 5...

Page 48: ...l Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers 5 2 5 AIR CLEANER INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT 5 18 Cleaning the Air Filter Element 5 18 Pre Cleaner Service 5 18 Cartridge Service 5 18 LUBRICATION 5 19 SPARK PL...

Page 49: ...mercial plastic polish or Plexus plastic cleaner available from the service parts department Normal cleaning of vinyl seats and plastic or rubber trim requires the use of a mild soap solution applied...

Page 50: ...d terrain When driving at full speed on a dirt road loose surfaces or wet grass vehicle stopping distance will increase If the vehicle is fully loaded it will take longer to stop than with no load Whe...

Page 51: ...at the areas indicated only Lifting The Vehicle Tool List Qty Tool List Qty Floor jack 1 Jack stands 4 Wheel Chocks 4 Remove payload from vehicle before lifting No person s should be in or on the vehi...

Page 52: ...ld be determined by the condition of the terrain See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section for rec ommended tire inflation pressure For outdoor applications with major use on grassy areas the following shoul...

Page 53: ...ve stem to the outside mount the wheel onto the hub with lug nuts Finger tighten the lug nuts 1 in a cross sequence pattern Tighten the lug nuts to 50 to 85 ft lbs 68 to 115 Nm torque in 20 ft lbs 27...

Page 54: ...replace fuses locate the fuse block under the driver side seat Pull out old fuse and replace with a new automo tive type fuse Headlight and taillight bulbs and fuses are available from a local Distri...

Page 55: ...ion To activate the direc tion selector pull the lock lever out of the slot and rotate counter clockwise until it snaps into the detent position in the direction selector bracket Hauling To reduce the...

Page 56: ...s to the skin and eyes Treat all electrolyte spills to the body and eyes with extended flushing with clear water Contact a physician immediately Any electrolyte spills should be neutralized with a sol...

Page 57: ...ug type Champion RC12YC Spark plug gap 030 76 mm Cooling Air cooled Oil Filter Spin on Oil filter Oil Pump Pulse Fuel pump Engine Description The engine is an air cooled 4 stroke OHV twin cylinder gas...

Page 58: ...of operation After the initial oil change it should be changed every 125 hours of operation or semi annually whichever comes first Be aware that engine fluids may be hot and contact to the skin may ca...

Page 59: ...3 76 mm oil filter 1 Oil drain pan 1 Clean cloth 2 Clean the area around the oil filter and oil drain Drain engine oil per Changing the Oil and remove oil filter Make sure the seal came off with filt...

Page 60: ...ose belt can cause audible vibration and squeal Tighten a new starter generator belt to 115 125 lbs 52 57 kg tension when a gauge is applied half way between the two pulleys A new belt may be checked...

Page 61: ...tribute to the discharge of the battery To reduce the possibility of battery explosion that could result in severe injury or death do not use metallic spray wand to clean battery and keep all smoking...

Page 62: ...r known to be good vehicle and recording the stopping location or stopping distance For fleets of vehicles several vehicles should be tested when new and the range of stopping locations or dis tances...

Page 63: ...ill assure an adequate supply of air to the cooling fins Compressed air may be used for routine cooling system mainte nance REAR AXLE The rear axle is provided with a lubricant level check plug locate...

Page 64: ...the filters by unsnapping the spring clip on each side of the air cleaner and removing the air cleaner cover If necessary vacuum or wipe out any loose dirt or trash from the air cleaner base Pre Clean...

Page 65: ...ug should be properly gapped Tighten to 16 ft lbs 22 Nm torque Remove and inspect the spark plug at intervals indicated in the Periodic Service Schedule Spark plug should be properly gapped Tighten to...

Page 66: ...1 Turn the fuel shut off valve to the closed OFF position With proper ventilation run engine until the remaining fuel in carburetor and fuel lines is depleted and the engine stalls Return the neutral...

Page 67: ...n previous table the following WIRING Check all wiring for loose connections and broken missing insulation ACCELERATOR Check for smooth movement DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE SERVICE BRAKE MECHANICAL BRAKES...

Page 68: ...rdware AIR FILTER ELEMENT Check filter element clean replace as required OIL FILTER Replace at oil change ENGINE OIL Replace with SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 that meets or exceeds SF SG CC oil DO NOT OVERFIL...

Page 69: ...d hardware is Grade 2 ALL TORQUE FIGURES ARE IN FT LBS Nm BOLT SIZE Grade 2 1 4 5 16 3 8 7 16 1 2 9 16 5 8 3 4 7 8 1 Unless otherwise noted in text tighten all hardware in accordance with this chart T...

Page 70: ...5 24 MAINTENANCE Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes 5...

Page 71: ...ad all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR APPENDIX A TITLE PAGE NO DECLARATION O...

Page 72: ...A 2 APPENDIX A Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes...

Page 73: ...A 3 APPENDIX A Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...

Page 74: ...APPENDIX A Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers A 4 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CONTINUED...

Page 75: ...A 5 Notes Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers APPENDIX A...

Page 76: ...A 6 APPENDIX A Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle Pay particular attention to all Notices Cautions Warnings and Dangers Notes...

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