Ezgo Express S6 ELiTE, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...10013988 B ISSUED JANUARY 2021 OWNER S MANUAL Express S6 ELiTE ...

Page 2: ...injury 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 o...

Page 3: ... Model 10005558G01 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc 1451 Marvin Griffin Road Augusta Georgia USA 30906 3852 Dealer 800 286 48041 800 774 3946 Technical Assistance Warranty Consumer 877 294 67271 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: ...ry Warning P N 655748 13 Rear Handhold Warning Label P N 697425 13 SAFETY MAXIMUM CARGO LOAD MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY 15 TIRE PRESSURE 15 OPERATOR SAFETY 15 Unauthorized Operation 16 Operating without Instruction 16 Alcohol or Drugs 16 Passenger 16 Before Operating 16 Load Operation 17 Driving in Reverse 17 Driving a Damaged Vehicle 17 Driving at Maximum Speeds 17 Driving on Pavement 17 Driving on ...

Page 6: ...INSPECTION 25 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS 25 BATTERY CHARGER 26 PERFORMANCE FEATURES 26 Speed Control 26 Pedal Up Braking 26 Walk Away Feature 26 Anti Roll Back Feature 27 Anti Stall Feature 27 High Pedal Disable Feature 27 Diagnostic Mode Feature 27 STARTING AND STOPPING THE VEHICLE 27 Starting on a Hill 27 ACCELERATING 28 BRAKING 28 Coasting 28 DRIVING WITH A PASSENGER 28 SLIPPERY SURFACES 29 DRIVIN...

Page 7: ...IRES 37 Tire Pressure 38 Tire Repair 38 Tire Replacement 38 WHEELS 39 Wheel Removal 39 Wheel Installation 39 LIGHTS 39 LED Headlight Assembly Replacement 40 Brake Light 40 FUSE REPLACEMENT 40 CONTROLLER SYSTEM TEST 40 REAR AXLE 41 Checking the Lubricant Level 41 LUBRICATION 41 BRAKES 42 Periodic Brake Test 42 LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACK 43 BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE 44 BATTERY CHARGING 44 BATTE...

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

Page 9: ...UFACTURER 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 all laws and regulations before choosing an area to oper...

Page 10: ...he 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 vehicle charge the vehicle operate accessories turn the lights on if equipped Returning Ve...

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: ...r Always remain seated in a moving vehicle Operate from the driver s seat only Never drink alcohol or use drugs or medications before or during operation of the vehicle ALWAYS engage the parking brake and remove the key before leaving the vehicle In an electric vehicle put the direction selector in OFF or Neutral in a gasoline vehicle put the selector in Forward This vehicle requires regularly sch...

Page 14: ...12 MAINTENANCE Operation CE P N 651654 Located on the dash panel cm MIN 150 14 25 14 25 651654 R F I O F R F I O R N I O R F N ...

Page 15: ...itch to OFF and set the RUN TOW switch to TOW Disconnect the battery cables ALWAYS set the RUN TOW switch to TOW STORAGE before disconnecting or connecting battery wires ELECTRICAL ARC or BATTERY EXPLOSION can occur if the switch is NOT set to TOW STORAGE RUN TOW STORAGE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY RECYCLE R E T U R N L i Io n Service removal or instal...

Page 16: ...14 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 17: ...ngerous conditions 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...

Page 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...on battery charger for your vehicle Turn the key to the OFF position and remove it Inspect the charger cord for cracks frayed wires or loose connections if damaged replace it Inspect the vehicle charger receptacle and charger plug for dirt debris or damage Clean if necessary and replace immediately if damage is found Connect the charger to a wall receptacle Do not use a multi plug adapter or power...

Page 21: ...ake sure to read understand and comply with all of this information to decrease the risk of personal injury or death Serious injury or death can occur if the instructions and procedures shown in this owner s manual are not followed Read this entire manual and all product labels carefully Follow the procedures and comply with the safety informa tion in this manual while performing vehicle service o...

Page 22: ...20 SAFETY ...

Page 23: ...tteries must be charged immediately When the vehicle is in motion the meter functions as a speedometer and hour meter CUP HOLDER The vehicle has a center cup holder that will accommodate two beverage containers Another cup holder is located to the left of the steering column and will accommodate a larger beverage container HEADLIGHT SWITCH LED The LED headlight switch is a three position switch Up...

Page 24: ...i 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 either hip restraint to pivot the seat bottom forward and access the components underneath Pivot and lift up on the seat to completely remove it from the vehicle before operating the vehicle GLOVE BOX STORAGE COMPARTMENTS The glove box provid...

Page 25: ...ways 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 before operating the vehicle Do not allow passengers to ride on the load deck A sudden move or stop can cause severe injury ...

Page 26: ...24 FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ... 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 30: ...ury 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 the brake The ve...

Page 31: ... 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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...acing 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 Fold the seat back and seat bottom toward the rear of the vehicle The seat bottom board will rest on the seat structure To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death D...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...h 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 type and size Worn improper...

Page 40: ...ate the tire b Brush soapy water over the surface of the tire Air bubbles will be visible where the air is leaking from the tire c Mark the hole with chalk 3 Install the plug according to the manufacturer s instructions 4 Install the wheel on the vehicle See Wheel Installation on page 39 5 Fully inflate the tire See Tire Pressure on page 15 Tire Replacement Tire replacement requires a tire mountin...

Page 41: ...lug nuts using a cross sequence pattern to ensure the even seating of the wheel against the hub NOTICE If vehicle is equipped with hub spacers ensure that spacers are torqued to 65 75 ft lbs 88 102 Nm before installing wheel 1 Install the wheel on the hub with lug nuts Make sure the valve stem is to the out side 2 Finger tighten the lug nuts 3 Using the cross tightening pattern shown to the right ...

Page 42: ...ntinue to blow after they have been replaced 1 Lift the seat bottom to access the PDM 2 Open the PDM to access the 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 a...

Page 43: ...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 44: ... 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 45: ...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 46: ...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 climates fully charge the battery module Make sure that the char...

Page 47: ...ailer If the vehicle is being hauled on a trailer or truck at highway speeds the canopy top must be removed 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 vehicle 1 Drive the vehicle onto the trailer or truck 2 Engage the parking brake Leave the direction selector in F for...

Page 48: ...46 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 49: ...nternational Charger 3 m 5 5 m charging cord Speed Controller Curtis 1234 SE Controller Speed Level Ground 16 5 mph 26 5 kph Max without wheel spacers 19 mph 30 6 kph Max with provided wheel spacers 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 1000 lb 454...

Page 50: ...x8 10 Kenda K399 215 60 8 Kenda K399 205 65 10 Loadstar Daytona 205 65 10 Paramount SBR 205 40 12 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 51: ...MAINTENANCE LOG 49 MAINTENANCE LOG Record periodic maintenance in the following maintenance log 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: ...MAINTENANCE LOG 51 DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 54: ...52 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM AND HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS ...

Page 55: ... stalling on hill 30 starting and stopping 27 starting on hill 27 traversing hillsides 29 uphill 29 F flip seat 23 32 fluids capacities 35 recommended 35 fuse replacement 40 G glove box 22 H hauling vehicle 45 headlight switch 21 high pedal disable feature 27 hip restraints 22 horn switch 21 K key switch 21 L labels safety 11 lifting vehicle 18 36 load deck 23 32 lubricants recommended 35 lubricat...

Page 56: ... 22 serial number labels 9 severe use 33 slippery surfaces 29 specifications vehicle 47 speed control 26 starting and stopping 27 starting on hill 27 state of charge SOC meter 21 steering wheel 21 storage compartments 22 switches headlight 21 horn 21 key 21 turn signal 21 T tires 37 pressure 15 38 repair 38 replacement 38 towing vehicle 45 transporting the vehicle 45 turn signal switch 21 U USB po...

Page 57: ...rect 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 Removal of wheel spacers if equipped may impact vehicle stability and handling See SPECIFICATIONS on page 47 for the vehicle load and seat capacity NOTICE Read the following maintenance information and warnings before servicing or rep...

Page 58: ...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...