Battery
2005 Carryall 272/ Carryall 472 Gasoline Vehicle Owner’s Manual
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∆
WARNING
• Do not jump-start a dead battery using another battery and jumper cables.
The battery in a Club Car vehicle is a 12-volt, low-maintenance battery that requires infrequent checks
(Figure 29). Electrolyte level should be checked semiannually.
1. Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the
NEUTRAL position. Chock the wheels.
2. Access the engine compartment. See WARNING “For vehicles with cargo beds...” on page 10.
• Carryall 272:
2.1. Tilt the bed and ensure that the prop rod is properly engaged.
• Carryall 472:
2.2. Remove the rear bench seat.
3. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable first. See WARNING “To avoid unintentionally start-
ing...” on page 10.
4. Use a flat blade screwdriver, and carefully remove the battery cell caps from the battery (Figure 29). See
following WARNING.
∆
WARNING
• Wear safety glasses or approved eye protection when servicing the vehicle. Wear a full face
shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
5. Carefully check the electrolyte level and add distilled water if necessary. Do not fill above designated fill
line. Replace battery cell caps.
6. Clean both battery terminals with a solution of baking soda and water (1 cup (237 mL) baking soda per
gallon (3.8 L) of water). Rinse thoroughly. Do not allow this solution to enter the battery. Tighten battery
terminals to 20 ft-lb (27.1 N·m). Let the terminals dry and then spray them with Battery Terminal Protector
Spray (CCI P/N 1014305). See following CAUTION.
Figure 29 Battery
Figure 30 Battery Electrolyte Level
ELECTROLYTE
LEVEL AT LEAST
1/2-INCH (13 MM)
ABOVE
PLATES OR
TO LEVEL
INDICATOR
PLATES
LEVEL
INDICATOR
BATTERY
CAP
