Ezgo Express L6 ELiTE, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...696732 D ISSUEDAPRIL 2019 REVISED OCTOBER 2020 OWNER S MANUAL Express L6 ELiTE ...

Page 2: ...ury or death The manufacturer E Z GO prohibits and disclaims responsibility for any such modifications or any other alteration which would adversely affect the safety of the vehicle Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including phthalates and lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or othe...

Page 3: ...arting MODEL YEAR 2020 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc 1451 Marvin Griffin Road Augusta Georgia USA 30906 3852 1 800 774 3946 Technical Assistance Warranty 1 888 438 3946 Service Parts 011 706 798 4311 International www ezgo com ...

Page 4: ...cessories department These are original instructions as defined by 2006 42 EC The manufacturer maintains the right to change the design of the vehicle without responsibility to make the changes on units purchased before changes were made The information in this manual can change without notice All information in this owner s manual is based on the latest product information at the time of publicat...

Page 5: ...Warning P N 651671 11 Battery Warning P N 655748 12 Rear Facing Seat Load Deck Warning P N 697425 12 SAFETY MAXIMUM CARGO LOAD MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY 13 TIRE PRESSURE 13 OPERATOR SAFETY 13 Unauthorized Operation 14 Operating without Instruction 14 Alcohol or Drugs 14 Passenger 14 Before Operating 14 Load Operation 15 Driving in Reverse 15 Driving a Damaged Vehicle 15 Driving at Maximum Speeds 15 ...

Page 6: ...SHIELD IF EQUIPPED 20 FLIP SEAT LOAD DECK 21 OPERATION SAFETY 23 BEFORE INITIAL USE 23 PRE RIDE INSPECTION 23 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS 23 BATTERY CHARGER 24 PERFORMANCE FEATURES 24 Speed Control 24 Pedal Up Braking 24 Walk Away Feature 24 Anti Roll Back Feature 25 Anti Stall Feature 25 High Pedal Disable Feature 25 Diagnostic Mode Feature 25 STARTING AND STOPPING THE VEHICLE 25 Starting on a Hill 2...

Page 7: ...lishing the Vehicle 35 TIRES 35 Tire Pressure 36 Tire Repair 36 Tire Replacement 36 WHEELS 36 Wheel Removal 36 Wheel Installation 37 LIGHTS 37 Halogen Headlight Bulb Replacement 37 LED Headlight Assembly Replacement If Equipped 37 Brake Light 38 FUSE REPLACEMENT 38 CONTROLLER SYSTEM TEST 38 REAR AXLE 39 Checking the Lubricant Level 39 LUBRICATION 39 BRAKES 40 Periodic Brake Test 40 LITHIUM ION BAT...

Page 8: ...6 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 9: ...ion originate in the USA unless otherwise indicated MANUFACTURER S INTENDED USE This vehicle is designed and manufactured for off road use only Use on public streets roads or highways is illegal in most areas and increases the risk of an accident involving other vehicles and people This vehicle does not meet FMVSS Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for public street road or highway use Check a...

Page 10: ... charging receptacle on the vehicle If the SOC is above 50 operate the vehicle until the SOC is below 50 During Storage Check the state of charge every 30 days If the SOC is below 30 charge the battery module until the state of charge reaches 50 Extreme Low Temperature Storage If the ambient temperature is below 4 F 20 C DO NOT turn the vehicle key to the ON position drive the vehicle tow the vehi...

Page 11: ...rts from E Z GO Vehicle Model Number _________________________________________________________________ Frame PIN __________________________________________________________________________ REPAIR AND PARTS MANUALS The following manuals can be purchased through your E Z GO dealer repair manual parts manual Part C Part B Front of Vehicle PIN Plate V PART B PART C and D PART A V ...

Page 12: ...10 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 13: ...wly in congested areas on wet or loose terrain and when backing up Avoid sudden stops Drive slowly when turning Drive straight up and down slopes Do not coast use brake when going down a slope Never leave children unattended or allow children to play on the vehicle Never leave key in parked vehicle Never carry more than 2 occupants on each bench seat Never exceed vehicle weight capacity see owner ...

Page 14: ...nnel only Charge with an OEM approved Lithium Ion battery charger only Do not store or operate at temperatures below 4 F 20 C Do not expose to temperatures above 140 F 60 C No user serviceable parts 655748 SECURE LOAD AS FAR FORWARD AS POSSIBLE MAX CARGO WEIGHT LOAD CENTER OF GRAVITY MAX LOAD HEIGHT REMAIN SEATED WITH FEET ON FLOOR AND HOLD ONTO HAND RAILS LOAD WITH HIGH CENTER OF GRAVITY COULD CA...

Page 15: ...ditions for the operator passengers and other people in the area of operation Operate the vehicle responsibly and keep the vehicle in safe condition of operation A damaged vehicle or a vehicle that is not functioning properly is dangerous and must not be operated until repairs are made Do not carry a passenger until you have a minimum of two hours driving experience on this vehicle Keep feet legs ...

Page 16: ...eration This vehicle is for adult use only Any person below the age of 16 is not permitted to operate the vehi cle Any person who does not have a valid driver s license is not permitted to operate the vehicle Any person who is below the height of 59 in 150 cm is not permitted to operate the vehicle Leaving the keys in the ignition allows unauthorized operation of the vehicle by someone under 16 ye...

Page 17: ...rain visibility operating conditions and your skill and experience level Use the brake to control speed and maintain control of the vehicle Driving on Pavement Driving the vehicle on paved surfaces can affect handling characteristics and increase tire wear If possible avoid driving on paved surfaces If unavoidable drive slowly travel short distances and avoid sudden turns or stops Driving on Publi...

Page 18: ...use a multi plug adapter or power strip Do not connect anything else to the same receptacle Connect the charger to the vehicle receptacle When the battery pack is finished charging disconnect the charger cord from the vehicle If disconnecting before the charge cycle is complete it is recommended that the charger be disconnected from the wall receptacle first then unplug the charger from the vehicl...

Page 19: ...ng 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 34 When servicing the vehicle always w...

Page 20: ...18 SAFETY ...

Page 21: ...es with F indicating a full charge on the battery pack and E indicat ing low charge The yellow light indicates the batteries must be charged immediately CUP HOLDER The vehicle has a center cup holder that will accommodate four beverage containers HEADLIGHT SWITCH Halogen The Halogen headlight switch is a two position switch Two position upper on lower off LED If Equipped The LED headlight switch i...

Page 22: ...e acceleration of the vehicle Apply slow and steady pressure to the accelerator pedal to increase vehicle speed HIP RESTRAINTS The hip restraints are designed to help keep the occupants properly positioned in the event of a sudden vehicle posi tion change Make sure that all passengers are seated and holding onto the hip restraint SEAT BOTTOM The bench seat is designed for two occupants Lift up on ...

Page 23: ...t or a load deck When in the upright position it is a rear seat for two passengers The seat flips down to form a load deck Always fill the forward seating capacity prior to seating any passengers on the rear flip seat Rear passengers must stay in the seat and hold both hip restraints and the rear hand hold when the vehicle is in motion Always make sure that all passengers are seated and holding on...

Page 24: ...22 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...

Page 25: ...nal injury or death There is a risk of fire when the vehicle is operated near combustible material Always be respectful of the environment Respect all wildlife and their habitat Respect private property and comply with all local laws and regulations governing the use of light duty utility vehicles Make sure you are permitted by property owners to operate the vehicle on their property If operating ...

Page 26: ...lowing events occur the vehicle is being driven down a slope the vehicle attempts to exceed the specified top speed with the accelerator pedal pressed or released the regenerative brake will limit the speed of the vehicle to the specified top speed but the warning beeper will not activate When the regenerative braking system is activated by this sequence of occurrences the motor generates power wh...

Page 27: ... the motor has started All vehicles have an interlock system that disables the controller and prevents operation of the vehicle while the char ger is connected Remove the charger plug from the receptacle and correctly store the cord before you move the vehi cle 1 Sit in the driver s seat 2 Press and hold the brake pedal 3 Insert the key and turn to the desired direction NOTICE When the direction s...

Page 28: ... accident or injury 1 Release the accelerator pedal completely NOTICE Pressing the top section of the brake pedal engages the parking brake 2 Press the brake pedal to slow vehicle speed or stop the vehicle completely 3 Practice slowing and stopping using the brake to become familiar with the controls Coasting Do not allow the vehicle to coast at above recommended speeds Control vehicle speed with ...

Page 29: ... HILLSIDES Traversing a hillside is not recommended Improper procedure can cause loss of control or a rollover Avoid crossing the side of a hill unless absolutely necessary If traversing a hillside is unavoidable check the terrain and determine if it can be accomplished safely Do not proceed if the terrain is beyond the vehicle or driver s ability If traversing a hillside is unavoidable follow the...

Page 30: ...ese guidelines Check that the area behind the vehicle is clear of obstacles and people Check left and right fields of vision before driving in reverse Do not back down a steep hill Drive in reverse slowly Press the brakes lightly for stopping Accelerate slow and steady Avoid turning at sharp angles PARKING THE VEHICLE NOTICE When parking the vehicle in cold climates 0 C 32 F the car should be stor...

Page 31: ...ble to center on the load deck make sure the load is secured as tightly as possible and operate the vehicle with extra caution Reduce speed and allow greater distances for braking when hauling cargo Heavy loads affect braking and handling characteristics Use extra caution when apply ing brakes with a heavily loaded vehicle Avoid terrain or situations that may require reverse downhill travel Use ex...

Page 32: ...cing seat Never leave small children alone on the seat Keep both arms and legs inside the vehicle boundary at all times To change from passenger seating to a load deck follow the steps below 1 Remove any items from the seat 2 Rotate the seat back and seat bottom toward the rear of the vehicle The seat bottom board will rest on the rear hand grip To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death ...

Page 33: ...the battery Maintain constant awareness that some components are heavy spring loaded corro sive explosive can cause high amperage or get extremely hot After you make repairs or do maintenance test the vehicle in a safe area that is free from vehicle and pedestrian traffic NOTICE To decrease the risk of damage to the controller or motor move the run tow switch to the TOW posi tion before you tow th...

Page 34: ...Check operation Fluid leakages Pre ride Inspect entire vehicle for leaks S Brake shoes 10 Monthly Inspect Replace as needed Charger receptacle 20 Monthly Clean connections Parking brake 20 Monthly Conduct brake performance test adjust as necessary Check for correct hold on an incline Accelerator 20 Monthly Check for smooth operation Wiring 20 Monthly Inspect for loose connections broken or missing...

Page 35: ...urce Item Capacity Lubricants Fluids Notes Rear axle oil 25 oz 0 7 L Mobil 424 Part Number 603967 Rear axle oil 2 0 oz 59 mL Friction Modifier E Z GO Part Number 611242 Grease fittings Universal joint grease or equivalent Do not exceed 3 pumps of grease in each fitting Item Part Number 58V 10A Mini Fuse 636455G22 32V 15A Mini Fuse 636455G13 32V 5A Mini Fuse 636455G10 32V 10A Mini Fuse 636455G12 Th...

Page 36: ...ground Lifting Front 1 Chock the rear wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling back ward 2 Put a jack under the center of the front axle 3 Raise the vehicle with the jack 4 Install jack stands under the front frame cross member as shown 5 Lower the vehicle until it rests on the jack stands 6 Remove the jack 7 Confirm that the vehicle is stable on the jack stands before proceeding with any service L...

Page 37: ...Do not apply wax or polish to matte finish surfaces Use clean or new cloths and pads for polishing Old or reused cloths and pads can contain dirt particles that will scratch the finish TIRES Follow the tire maintenance procedures as instructed in this manual and on the labels on the vehicle Always use the approved size and type of replacement tires See Vehicle Specifications for the proper tire ty...

Page 38: ...ire See Tire Pressure on page 13 Tire Replacement Tire replacement requires a tire mounting machine and must be done by a qualified tire center or an authorized E Z GO dealer WHEELS Worn improperly inflated improper sized or incorrectly installed tires will affect vehicle handling and could cause an accident resulting in severe injury or death To decrease the risk of component damage do not tighte...

Page 39: ... available from a local Distributor an authorized Branch or the Service Parts Department Halogen Headlight Bulb Replacement Light components can get hot if they have been in operation Allow the lights to cool before servicing to prevent burns to the skin NOTICE Do not touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers Oil from skin leaves a residue that causes a hot spot and will diminish the life of the bulb...

Page 40: ...fuses 3 Remove the old fuse and replace with a new fuse of the same type and size 4 Fuses are available from a local Distributor an authorized Branch or the Service Parts Depart ment CONTROLLER SYSTEM TEST At monthly intervals test the controller by allowing the vehicle to roll down an incline with the accelerator pedal released Braking force should be felt at approx imately 2 mph 3 kph indicating...

Page 41: ...ded hole If lubricant is low add lubricant as required Add lubricant slowly until lubricant starts to seep from the hole Install the check fill plug In the event that the lubricant is to be replaced the oil pan must be removed or the oil siphoned through the check fill hole LUBRICATION Do not use more than three pumps of grease in a grease fitting at any one time Excess grease can cause grease sea...

Page 42: ... important to establish a base to test with The test is conducted by engaging the park brake instead of the brake pedal to eliminate different pedal pressures to include affects of linkage mis adjustment and provide a more accurate test NOTICE You must have enough space to accelerate to maximum speed before engaging the parking brake Use a marker to indicate the predetermined line to engage the pa...

Page 43: ...aterials open flames or sparks away from the batteries Do not leave the battery pack near a fire or heat source Do not throw Lithium Ion batteries into a fire Do not apply heat to any part of the battery pack or battery management module with a soldering iron Do not place the battery pack in a microwave oven dryer or high pressure container Make sure that the key switch is in the OFF position and ...

Page 44: ...r cause permanent loss of battery capacity Do not exceed storage time or temperature limits Batteries must be charged to the correct level before storage Storing fully depleted batteries will make them permanently unusable Storage Preparation The optimum storage temperature range is between 65 F and 82 F 18 C and 28 C Charge the battery module based on climate during storage period In cold climate...

Page 45: ...ighway speeds the canopy top must be removed If the vehicle is being hauled on a trailer or truck below highway speeds check that canopy top hardware is tight and there are no cracks in the canopy top at the mounting points The rated capacity of the hauling trailer or truck must be more than the weight of the vehicle and load plus 1000 lbs 454 kg See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for the weight of the ve...

Page 46: ...44 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 47: ...C 120 230 VAC UL CSA CE Speed Controller 235 Amp AC Controller Speed Level Ground 16 mph 25 7 kph Drivetrain Motor Shaft Direct Drive Transaxle Differential with helical gears Gear Selection Dash Mounted FNR key switch Rear Axle Ratio 16 99 1 Forward Seating Capacity 6 Person Dry Weight 1083 lb 491 kg without battery Curb Weight 2383 lb 1081 kg Dash IP Storage Capacity 1123 in 18403 cm Load Deck C...

Page 48: ...46 SPECIFICATIONS Frame Welded steel with DuraShieldTM powder coat Front Body and Finish Injection Molded TPO Rear Body and Finish Injection Molded TPO Some items shown may be optional equipment ...

Page 49: ...MAINTENANCE LOG 47 MAINTENANCE LOG Record periodic maintenance in the following maintenance log DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 50: ...48 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 51: ...MAINTENANCE LOG 49 DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 52: ...50 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 53: ...APPENDIX A A 1 APPENDIX A BATTERY CHARGER USER S GUIDE ...

Page 54: ...Cet appareil n est pas destiné à un usage par des personnes dont les enfants avec des facultés motrices sensorielles ou mentales réduites ou ayant une expérience et des connaissances insuffisantes à moins qu elles sont sous la supervision ou reçoivent les instructions sur l utilisation de l appareil d un répondant garant de leur sécurité Les enfants devraient être surveillés afin qu il ne jouent e...

Page 55: ...put has been reduced due to high internal charger temperature Ammeter Troubleshooting Instructions If a fault occurs count the number of red flashes between pauses and refer to the table below LED Indication Solid Charge complete Long flash Greater than 80 state of charge Short flash Less than 80 state of charge Off See charger for indications Flashes Cause Solution Charger unable to apply wake up...

Page 56: ...A 4 APPENDIX A ...

Page 57: ...s 27 stalling on hill 28 starting and stopping 25 starting on hill 25 traversing hillsides 27 uphill 27 F flip seat 21 30 fluids capacities 33 recommended 33 fuse replacement 38 G glove box 20 H hauling vehicle 43 headlight switch 19 headlights 37 high pedal disable feature 25 hip restraints 20 horn switch 19 K key switch 19 L labels safety 11 lifting vehicle 16 34 load deck 21 30 lubricants recom...

Page 58: ...eat bottom 20 serial number labels 9 severe use 31 slippery surfaces 27 specifications vehicle 45 speed control 24 starting and stopping 25 starting on hill 25 state of charge SOC meter 19 steering wheel 19 storage compartments 20 switches headlight 19 horn 19 key 19 turn signal 20 T tires 35 pressure 13 36 repair 36 replacement 36 towing vehicle 43 transporting the vehicle 43 turn signal switch 2...

Page 59: ...ure the direction selector is in the correct position before pressing the accelera tor pedal Decrease speed before and during turns Bring the vehicle to a complete stop before moving the direction selector See SPECIFICATIONS on page 45 for the vehicle load and seat capacity NOTICE Read the following maintenance information and warnings before servicing or repairing the vehicle Follow the procedure...

Page 60: ...thout the express permission of Textron Specialized Vehicles Technical Publications Department Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including phthalates and lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm To minimize exposure wear gloves and wash your hands frequently whe...