Solo TOC-1, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...ematics 1 7 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 1 8 Specifications 1 9 Vehicle Specifications 1 9 Consumer Information 1 11 California Proposition 65 Warning 1 11 California Perchlorate Advisory 1 11 Frequently Asked Questions 1 12 SECTION 2 BEFORE YOU DRIVE General Information 2 1 Safe Operation 2 1 Vehicle Load Limits 2 3 Pre Drive Inspections 2 5 Pre Drive Inspections 2 5 Pre Drive Inspection Che...

Page 4: ...4 Warning Lights 4 15 Warning Light Combinations 4 16 Back Up Camera 4 17 Brakes 4 18 Electronic Parking Brake EPB 4 18 Lights 4 20 Exterior Lights 4 20 Exterior Light Control 4 21 Interior Lights 4 24 Wiper and Washer 4 25 Windshield Wiper Washer Lever 4 25 Locking and Unlocking the Vehicle 4 26 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 4 26 Remote Transmitter 4 26 Hood 4 28 Hood 4 28 Heating and Ventilati...

Page 5: ...the Vehicle 6 3 Braking 6 5 Regenerative Braking 6 6 Parking 6 7 SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE Maintenance Requirements 7 1 General Information 7 1 Owner Maintenance 7 1 Initial Required Maintenance 7 2 Scheduled Maintenance 7 2 Parts and Maintenance Items 7 2 Maintenance Safety Information 7 3 General Maintenance Safety Information 7 3 High Voltage Safety Information 7 3 Maintenance Schedule 7 4 Maintena...

Page 6: ...9 Batteries 7 30 Batteries 7 30 About the 12V Battery 7 30 Charging the 12V Battery 7 31 Remote Keyless Entry RKE Transmitter Battery Replacement 7 35 Cleaning and Care 7 37 Washing the Vehicle 7 37 Floor Mat 7 38 Parking and Long Term Storage 7 39 Vehicle Lifting Points 7 41 Jacking and Lifting the Vehicle 7 41 Vehicle Recovery 7 42 Transporting the Vehicle 7 42 Using the Recovery Eye 7 44 SECTIO...

Page 7: ...r and register the new user on the Solo App mobile application See Customer Assistance page 8 1 Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your vehicle please contact ElectraMeccanica See Customer Assistance page 8 1 Symbols Glossary The following symbols found on vehicle labels and used ...

Page 8: ...Information About This Manual 1 2 On Vehicle References The terms Left or Right refer to the driver s left or right when sitting in the vehicle LEFT SIDE L RIGHT SIDE R ...

Page 9: ...lt and enclosed structure of the vehicle provide protection that a typical motorcycle lacks The three wheeled design provides stability to help avoid certain common types of motorcycle accidents Compared to a conventional motorcycle the SOLO is generally the safer choice The SOLO is not designed or tested to meet all motor vehicle safety standards While it does meet some requirements such as seat ...

Page 10: ...ponse Guide and Emergency Response Card provide detailed information on safely responding to such emergencies These documents are made available to first responders so that they can be prepared to assist in an emergency Both documents can be found at https electrameccanica com firstresponders Driver Requirements Drivers who cannot comfortably reach the controls and adjust the seat or seat belt pro...

Page 11: ...em or void the SOLO New Vehicle Limited Warranties SOLO accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Go to store electrameccanica com to see the list of approved accessories ElectraMeccanica is unable to accept any liability whatsoever for parts and accessories that have not been approved Additional Required Equipment Regulations such as those issued by th...

Page 12: ...e charge level of the battery decreases you may experience a reduction in vehicle acceleration The use of other electrical systems e g climate controls heated seat radio will further affect this reduction The vehicle will not operate at ambient temperatures below 4 F 20 C Vehicle Range The range of an electric vehicle is defined as the distance the vehicle travels on a single full charge of the ba...

Page 13: ...s for the improvement and design of our vehicles and systems and as otherwise may be required by law In servicing your vehicle we can potentially resolve issues remotely simply by reviewing your vehicle s data log ElectraMeccanica s telematics system wirelessly transmits vehicle information to ElectraMeccanica on a periodic basis The data is used as described above and helps ensure the proper main...

Page 14: ...icle Identification Number VIN This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel It can be viewed from outside the vehicle The VIN is also printed on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits page 2 3 ...

Page 15: ... Motor Peak Motor Power Output 56 hp 42 kW High Voltage Battery Lithium Ion 144V Energy Capacity 17 4 kWh Accessory Battery 12V Electric Drive Synchronous Motor Torque 103 ft lb 140 Nm Rear Wheel Drive Vehicle Curb Weight 1735 lb 787 kg estimated Cargo Space 5 ft3 0 14 m3 Wheels Front 15 X 4 5 4X100 ET33 Rear 16 X 7 4X100 ET45 Tires Front 135 70R15 All Season Rear 215 40R16 All Season Safety 3 Whe...

Page 16: ...3 mm B Overall Width 5 10 ft 1553 mm C Overall Height 4 38 ft 1334 mm D Wheel Base 6 64 ft 2024 mm E Front Overhang 24 57 in 624 mm F Rear Overhang 17 91 in 455 mm G Approach Angle 20 5 20 5 H Departure Angle 55 5 55 5 I Track Front 4 52 ft 1379 mm J Ground Clearance 5 20 in 132 mm ...

Page 17: ... of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm See the official website for more information https oehha ca gov proposition 65 California Perchlorate Advisory Certain components of this vehicle such as lithium batteries may contain perchlorate material Special handling may apply when servicing or for end of...

Page 18: ...her speed Faster speed reduced range Yes It takes more energy to push a SOLO faster because you encounter aerodynamic resistance The faster you attempt to travel the more important this factor becomes Can I jump start my vehicle when the high voltage battery state of charge reaches 0 No A jump start only supplies power to the 12V electrical system this will not affect the charge level of the high ...

Page 19: ... are centered in the vehicle rather than seated to the side so your perspective is different Keep all three wheels on the road If you put one wheel off the road you can lose control If a wheel does go off the paved surface do not try to rapidly steer it back on Instead stabilize the vehicle ease up on the accelerator and then steer slowly and smoothly back onto the paved surface Turning When enter...

Page 20: ...st over water that has accumulated on the road When hydroplaning occurs one or more wheels rise up on a layer of water losing contact with the road If this happens to the rear wheel you may feel it slide sideways Hydroplaning wheels do not have the traction necessary to control the vehicle you can lose control and spin out Avoid large water puddles or water streams and slow down or pull off the ro...

Page 21: ...ca Authorized Repair Facility See Transporting the Vehicle page 7 42 Vehicle Load Limits The combined weight of the driver cargo and any non factory installed equipment must never exceed 287 lb 130 kg Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Overloading can cause systems to fail and change the wa...

Page 22: ...EAR GAWR 444 KG 978 LB WITH TIRES 135 70R15 70T WITH TIRES 215 40R16 86V RIMS AT 15X4 5J RIMS AT 16X7 0J COLD 228 KPA 33 PSI COLD 234 KPA 34 PSI DATE OF MFG MM YY GVWR 933 KG 2056 LB 2301 1000951 REV 05 TYPE MOTORCYCLE THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANT AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED 130KG 287LB THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MAN...

Page 23: ...ruments and controls in order to perform the pre drive inspections See Controls and Features page 4 1 Pre Drive Inspection Checklist General inspections Turn the key switch to the OFF position before performing the general pre drive inspections See Key Switch page 4 6 If inspection of any item reveals component failure have the component repaired or replaced before operating the vehicle See Mainte...

Page 24: ...steering for smooth operation by turning the steering wheel completely in both directions Horn Press the center of the steering wheel and verify that the horn sounds loudly 4 4 Front Lights Verify that the front inner outer and center lights illuminate Switch to high beams Verify that the high beams indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster display and that headlamp brightness increases 4 20...

Page 25: ...hat allows you to wear the seat belt correctly Sit in an upright position with both feet on the floor and the seat back reclined no more than 30 degrees Position the seat so that you are able to drive the vehicle safely You should be able to fully depress the brake and accelerator pedals Your arms should be slightly bent when holding the steering wheel The head restraint system is integrated with ...

Page 26: ...re used to adjust Seat forward rearward position Seat backrest angle Seat forward rearward position 1 With the vehicle parked lift the bar at the front of the seat cushion to unlock it 2 Move the seat forward or rearward until it is properly positioned See Correct Seating Position page 3 1 3 When the seat is positioned correctly release the bar 4 Try to move the seat back and forth to ensure it is...

Page 27: ...njury to the seated person Always push and pull on the seat backrest to ensure it is locked 1 Pull back on the lever 2 Adjust the angle of the backrest so that the head restraint portion is as close to the back of your head as possible 3 Release the lever to lock the backrest in place 4 Push and pull on the backrest to ensure it is locked WARNING ...

Page 28: ...of the body and should be worn low across the pelvis over the shoulder and across the chest Avoid wearing the lap section of the belt across the abdominal area Always adjust the belt to remove slack Seat belts worn too loosely can result in injuries because they allow excessive forward movement in a collision Do not wear the seat belt over hard fragile or sharp items in clothing such as pens keys ...

Page 29: ...t the belt get twisted Note The belt may lock if you pull it too quickly If this happens let the belt retract slightly to unlock it then pull the belt more slowly Note If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate to unlock it 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to ensure it is secure Position the release but...

Page 30: ... the seat belt is out of the way If a door is closed on the seat belt damage could occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle Wearing the Seat Belt when Pregnant A pregnant woman should always wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child You should wear the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips not your waist Position the diagonal part of the belt between the bre...

Page 31: ...eeled hold the tongue plate and pull sharply forward The mechanism must lock automatically and prevent further unreeling If your seat belt fails any of these tests contact your ElectraMeccanica Authorized Repair Facility immediately Cleaning Do not allow any water cleaners or fabric from clothes to enter the seat belt mechanism Any substance which enters the mechanism may affect the performance of...

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Page 33: ...4 1 Interior Overview Controls and Features Interior Overview This page intentionally left blank ...

Page 34: ...4 2 Interior Overview Controls Overview MIRROR 1 2 3 6 11 8 9 10 7 5 4 ...

Page 35: ...5 4 Electronic Parking Brake switch page 4 18 5 Drive Mode Selector page 4 7 6 Climate controls page 4 29 7 Turn signals high beam headlight control page 4 22 8 Key switch page 4 6 9 Windshield wiper washer control page 4 25 10 Radio Refer to the separate Infotainment manual supplied with the vehicle 11 Hood release page 4 28 ...

Page 36: ...se the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever Move the wheel to a comfortable position and engage the lever to lock the wheel in place Horn The SOLO runs quietly Watch for pedestrians and other road users who may not be aware of your presence and use the horn to alert them when needed W...

Page 37: ...ss up down left or right on the MIRROR button to adjust accordingly Adjust both mirrors while sitting in a normal driving position The ideal adjustment should allow you to see a vehicle directly behind you in both mirrors but with minimal overlap of that image as illustrated This allows you to see more of the lanes to either side of you and minimizes blind spots Note Because the body of the SOLO i...

Page 38: ...pened and the key is in the key switch while in the OFF position an audible warning will activate to remind the operator to remove the key Note The steering column will lock when the key is in the OFF position and will not be able to be turned ACC position This position provides power to the windows and radio Note In this position the 12V battery is not being charged ON position Used to operate th...

Page 39: ...e position dial used to set the desired direction of the vehicle The dial positions are as follows R Reverse Use this position to back up Note When R is selected the instrument cluster displays the view from the rear view camera See Back Up Camera page 4 17 N Neutral In this position the drive system does not drive the rear wheel D Drive Use this position to go forward The current position is illu...

Page 40: ...ain in N Neutral unless the driver selects the original gear that was in use An audible alert will sound The Abnormal Shift Condition system message will display on the instrument cluster display Note The brake pedal does not need to be pressed to shift back into the original gear that was selected while the car is still moving To change the direction you are traveling in see Starting and Drive Se...

Page 41: ...page 4 10 3 Clock page 4 12 4 Drive status message page 4 10 5 Turn signal hazard indicators page 4 10 6 System messages page 4 11 7 External ambient temperature page 4 11 8 SWITCH button page 4 11 9 SET button page 4 12 10 High voltage battery state of charge page 4 11 11 Trip meter odometer page 4 12 12 Drive mode indicator page 4 10 13 Brake failure warning page 4 10 14 Power regen gauge page 4...

Page 42: ...t and rear turn signals flash As the lever is activated the corresponding turn signal indicator on the instrument cluster display illuminates See Turn signals page 4 22 Always signal your turns and other maneuvers as required by law When the hazard flashers are activated both turn signal indicators on the instrument cluster display will flash See Hazard flashers page 4 23 Brake failure warning If ...

Page 43: ...d Service Provider The Caution message will display when the vehicle s systems detect the ambient temperature of 39 F 4 C indicating possible slippery road conditions If this message appears use caution and reduce your driving speed See Hazardous road conditions page 2 2 High voltage battery state of charge This displays the percentage of charge remaining in the high voltage battery pack As the ch...

Page 44: ...key switch to the OFF position to save the set time See Key Switch page 4 6 Trip meter odometer To reset the trip meter press and hold the SET button until the current trip distance top number resets to zero approximately 5 seconds Note Holding SET will not reset the odometer bottom number READY 15 09 Mph N 06 75 96 TRIP miles miles Charge Power Power Charge Regen SWITCH SET READY 15 09 Mph N 06 7...

Page 45: ...ting The bars on the Power gauge indicate the amount of power being used by the vehicle The harder you accelerate the higher the gauge will read The bars on the Regen gauge indicate the current amount of energy being fed back into the battery through regenerative braking See Regenerative Braking page 6 6 Power Power Regen Power Power Regen ...

Page 46: ...ams page 4 22 Door ajar indicator This indicator illuminates when a door or the trunk is not closed Before driving check that both doors and the trunk are properly closed Note If the vehicle is keyed ON an alert will sound until both doors and the trunk are closed Fasten seat belt indicator This indicator illuminates when the seat belt is not buckled See Seat Belt page 3 4 Note If the seat belt is...

Page 47: ... Parking Brake EPB warning indicator If the EPB warning indicator illuminates continuously or flashes there is a problem with the EPB Have the EPB system inspected immediately by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider 12V battery warning indicator The 12V battery warning indicator illuminates briefly when the key switch is turned to START indicating that it is working If the indicator sta...

Page 48: ...oblem with the BMS system and the vehicle will be in Limited Power mode In this mode the performance of the vehicle is significantly reduced but it is still drivable Have the vehicle inspected immediately by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider Warning Light Combinations EPS and Fault indicators on key on If the steering wheel is moved while turning the key switch to the ON position the...

Page 49: ...era mounted to the trunk cover giving you a live video on the instrument cluster display of what is behind the vehicle while reversing See Instrument Cluster Display page 4 9 When the Drive Mode Selector is in R Reverse the instrument cluster display switches to the rear camera view If your video display is cloudy or otherwise obscured the camera lens may require cleaning See Cleaning the back up ...

Page 50: ...t charge to power the EPB See Charging the 12V battery page 7 33 Automatic EPB operation The EPB will engage automatically when the vehicle s speed is less than 2 mph 3 km h and the key switch is turned to the OFF position When the vehicle is in READY mode the EPB will automatically engage in any drive mode when the seat belt is not fastened a door is opened and the brake pedal is not pressed The ...

Page 51: ...lding the EPB switch the Start Vehicle system message will appear on the instrument cluster display See System messages page 4 11 Note To hold the vehicle on a slope the EPB can be manually engaged to prevent the vehicle rolling as your foot moves from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal See Stopping on hills and slopes page 6 5 Note If the brake pedal is not pressed when the EPB switch is pr...

Page 52: ...ge 4 21 4 High beams page 4 22 5 Low beams page 4 21 6 Position lights Daytime Running Lights page 4 21 7 Side marker lights page 4 21 1 Center high mounted brake light 2 Daytime Running Lights turn signals brake lights 3 Reverse lights 4 License plate lights 5 Side marker lights 1 3 2 2 4 6 2 6 2 1 3 4 5 7 7 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 53: ...or others to see your vehicle in low visibility conditions e g fog and rain To activate the side marker lights turn the collar to the side marker lights position and the side marker lights and rear tail lights will turn on Note The DRL will remain on when the side marker lights are activated An indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster display when the side marker lights are on See Instr...

Page 54: ...sition when released The flashing feature can be used when the collar is in any of the positions on the lever Turn signals The lever has three positions Upward for right downward for left and a neutral position for OFF The corresponding turn signal lights on the front and rear of the vehicle will flash in the direction indicated by the lever To signal a lane change move the lever up or down to the...

Page 55: ...ized Service Provider Hazard flashers Activating your hazard flashers warns others that you are in an emergency situation or stopped or pulled over unexpectedly on the road The hazard flashers switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel Press the switch to make the front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off Press the switch again to deactivate The hazard flashers w...

Page 56: ...ght is located above the right window Press the button to turn it on and press again to turn it off This light can be used whether or not the vehicle is powered on Trunk light This light is located in the trunk on the right hand side of the trim and can be used to manually turn the trunk light to the desired function 1 Always OFF 2 ON when trunk is open 3 Always ON 1 3 2 ...

Page 57: ...then wipe one more time after the lever is released If no fluid comes out when the lever is pulled verify that the washer fluid reservoir contains fluid See Washer Fluid page 7 10 Windshield wiper Push the lever up or down to the desired position to activate the wiper MIST Upper position wiper runs at high speed until you release the lever OFF Neutral lever position wiper is off Note When switched...

Page 58: ...caused by Weather conditions Nearby radio towers Structures around the vehicle Other vehicles parked next to your vehicle Weak transmitter batteries There is one battery inside each transmitter The battery should last approximately one year under normal use When a battery becomes weak you will notice that the operating range deteriorates and the small LED on the transmitter dims To replace a batte...

Page 59: ...hicle with the transmitter will disable the trunk release button on the dashboard until the vehicle is unlocked by the transmitter See Trunk page 4 33 Note Ensure that both passenger doors and the trunk are closed before pressing the lock button on the transmitter If either door or the trunk is open when the transmitter s lock button is pressed the locks will not activate and the horn will chirp t...

Page 60: ...Pull the handle 1 located on the side panel under the lower left corner of the dashboard This will release the primary latch for the hood 2 Lift the secondary catch release lever 2 under the front lip of the cover and raise the hood Closing the hood Firmly push down on the hood until both the secondary and primary latches are engaged A audible click will be heard and visually the hood to grill gap...

Page 61: ...the vehicle will be continuously pushed through the system and the recirculation indicator will illuminate on the climate control display To draw fresh air from outside the vehicle press the recirculation button again The exterior air indicator will illuminate on the climate control display Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions then return to fresh air mode Th...

Page 62: ...frost button will also activate the heated side mirrors Temperature control dial Note It is not recommended to activate the air conditioning when the ambient temperature is less than 59 F 15 C If the air conditioning is activated when the ambient temperature is less than 32 F 0 C the climate control system will show the current air conditioning setting on the display but the cooling compressor wil...

Page 63: ...ows The power window switches are located on both of the side door panels and each switch controls its own window To operate a window Ensure that the key switch is in the ON position Push down on the top of the switch to lower the window Pull up on the top of the switch to raise the window MIRROR 2 2 1 ...

Page 64: ...her serious injuries To prevent inadvertent operation of the seat heater remove the seat heater fuse See Lights and Fuses page 7 25 The seat heater is controlled by a 3 position switch on the left door panel Press HI or LO to set the temperature accordingly and return the switch to the center position to turn the heater off The switch will illuminate according to your selection WARNING ...

Page 65: ...hat cannot be stored securely in these places should be stored in the trunk Do not store loose objects anywhere else in the interior of the vehicle Trunk Operating Precautions Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the trunk without securing them In a collision these objects may cause the cover to open Objects thrown from the trunk may injure others or damage the vehicle Never exceed the recommend...

Page 66: ...so be used to open the trunk See Remote Transmitter page 4 26 Note The trunk release button on the dashboard is disabled when the vehicle is locked with the remote transmitter Emergency trunk release If the vehicle has no power the trunk can be opened manually from the inside 1 Remove the cover at the base of the trunk latch ...

Page 67: ...4 35 Storage 2 Pull the emergency release handle to unlatch the trunk Cup Holder The right door panel has a cup holder that can be folded out when needed 1 Pull the handle down until the tray is level ...

Page 68: ...Storage 4 36 2 Fold the support ring upwards ...

Page 69: ...mble remove or replace high voltage components cables or connectors High voltage cables are colored orange for easy identification WARNING 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 1 A C compressor 2 High voltage batteries 3 On board charger 4 Powertrain controller 5 Charging port 6 Portable charge cable 7 DC DC converter 8 Drive motor 9 High voltage distribution box 10 Cabin heater 11 Battery heater ...

Page 70: ...ttery experiences a gradual loss of capacity inherent in all lithium ion batteries As your vehicle ages the capacity of the battery declines Environmental Notice At the end of its service life the battery should be recycled Contact ElectraMeccanica for recycling arrangements Battery Care If the battery s charge level falls to 0 you must plug it in If you fail to do so within a short period of time...

Page 71: ...ing malls may enact rules that allow the towing of vehicles unnecessarily monopolizing their stations Using the Charge Cable Your vehicle is supplied with a portable charge cable that connects to most standard 110V power outlets allowing you to charge your vehicle while at home or away The portable charge cable is located in its storage space under the hood Electrical outlets Do not use extension ...

Page 72: ...or will not hold the plug firmly in place After 10 minutes of charging check both the electrical outlet and the plug while charging and discontinue use if the outlet or plug is hot Connecting the Charge Cable Always position the charge cable so that it will not be driven over stepped on tripped over or otherwise damaged or stressed while in use To prevent a tripping hazard as well as damage to or ...

Page 73: ...tempting to open or close the license plate 6 Pull the latch outward to the right to release the charging port cover then pull the cover outward to the left to open it 7 Connect the charge cable to the vehicle s charging port A spring loaded clip on the front of the connector engages with the port to lock it in place Note If the Electronic Parking Brake EPB has not been engaged when the charge cab...

Page 74: ...for concern Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be heard while the vehicle is charging these sounds are also normal 9 The charging status and estimated time to full charge will be displayed on the instrument cluster display If the battery is not charging the OBC icon will illuminate on the instrument cluster display If this occurs unplug the charge cable from the vehicle and plug it back in ...

Page 75: ...ke to charge your vehicle This table assumes you are charging a fully depleted battery to a full charge Disconnecting the Charge Cable To keep debris out of the charging port ensure the charging port cover is closed when the charge cable is not connected 1 Press the button on the charge cable connector to release the locking clip 2 Pull the connector from the charging port 3 Close the charging por...

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Page 77: ...es Become familiar with vehicle features before driving such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Defensive Driving Drive defensively and always expect the unexpected The first step in driving def...

Page 78: ...nder the influence of illegal drugs Drugs can affect your judgment reflexes and perception in unexpected ways which could lead to a serious or even fatal collision NEVER drive while under the influence of alcohol or marijuana Driving under the influence of alcohol or marijuana is very dangerous your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of these sub...

Page 79: ...e Mode Selector is in D Drive or R Reverse With both vehicle doors closed and your seat belt fastened 1 Insert the key into the key switch See Key Switch page 4 6 2 Press down on the brake pedal until it is fully depressed and hold it down 3 Without moving the steering wheel turn the key to the ON position The display will show the ElectraMeccanica logo then load the instrument cluster display All...

Page 80: ...om N Neutral to the position you want to use D Drive or R Reverse The current position of the switch is indicated on the instrument cluster display See Drive Mode Selector page 4 7 8 Release the Electronic Parking Brake EPB by pushing the EPB switch See Electronic Parking Brake EPB page 4 18 9 Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal down which will increase the speed in the directi...

Page 81: ... or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic which is a mistake Keeping pace with traffic and allowing reasonable following distances reduces unnecessary braking which means longer brake life St...

Page 82: ...event rollback for more than 2 seconds Hill Start Assist will operate automatically when the brake pedal is released under the following conditions The Drive Mode Selector is set to D Drive with the vehicle pointing uphill See Drive Mode Selector page 4 7 The Drive Mode Selector is set to R Reverse with the vehicle pointing downhill Regenerative Braking Regenerative braking does not replace the ne...

Page 83: ... accordingly before applying the EPB This additional safety measure prevents your vehicle from rolling into traffic in the event of a brake failure or if your vehicle is struck by another vehicle Note Traffic laws in your location may require curbing your wheels when parking on even a slight slope Ideally you should make a habit of curbing the wheels whenever you park on the side of a road 1 Uphil...

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Page 85: ... tire wear should be rectified immediately In addition to the scheduled maintenance you should carry out a pre drive inspection before each trip to keep your SOLO in safe operating condition See Pre Drive Inspections page 2 5 While driving your vehicle be alert if any of the following conditions manifest and have them inspected by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider as soon as possible...

Page 86: ...maintenance requirements for your vehicle are shown later in this section See Maintenance Schedule Chart page 7 4 Some of the necessary maintenance and servicing of your vehicle will require special knowledge or equipment and should preferably be entrusted to the trained technicians at your ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider Parts and Maintenance Items The proper replacement parts fluids...

Page 87: ...mage to the high voltage battery or high voltage system can create a risk of electric shock overheating or fire High voltage components are identified by labels These labels may include the symbol for risk of electric shock illustrated here Do not remove open take apart or modify these components See High Voltage Components page 5 1 High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels Do not...

Page 88: ...usty areas Consult your ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Maintenance Service Every Month 1 000 mi 1 500 km or 6 months 10 000 mi 15 000 km or 12 months 20 000 mi 30 000 km or 24 months 30 000 mi 45 000 km or 36 months 40 000 mi 60 000 km or 48 months 50 000 mi 75 000 km or 60 months Inspect Seat Belt Retractor Check Tire P...

Page 89: ...connected Check coolant level Inspect for radiator damage or coolant system leaks Inspect charging port condition operation and seal Inspect rear wheel for proper seating lug nuts tire wear and tire pressure 5 Reinstall close out panels and confirm no significant tire rubbing reinstall skirt 6 Trunk inspection Check operation using keyless entry and dashboard switch Check weatherstripping conditio...

Page 90: ...e lines brake pads and rotors Inspect ball joints Inspect steering rack boots for damage Check anti roll bar bushings and lubricate if needed Check brake master cylinder fluid levels Check windshield washer fluid level Check wiper blade for damage and wiper arm for alignment Inspect 12V battery positive terminal and cover condition confirm correct voltage at terminal ...

Page 91: ...ver in place then lift it off To replace the cover fit it back into place and align the holes with the attachment points Install the screws and bolts to hold it in place Component Locations 1 12V battery positive terminal page 7 30 2 Front brakes fluid reservoir page 7 8 3 Rear brake fluid reservoir page 7 8 4 Washer fluid reservoir page 7 10 5 Battery coolant reservoir page 7 12 6 Under hood fuse...

Page 92: ...luid level monthly The level should be checked more frequently in high mileage conditions The level of fluid in the brake reservoirs may fall slightly during use as a result of brake pad wear and will need to be topped up from time to time Brake fluid specification Any proprietary brand of brake or brake and clutch fluid meeting DOT 4 specification can be used in your SOLO Checking the fluid level...

Page 93: ...sorbent cloth immediately and wash the area with a mixture of car shampoo and water 1 Open the hood See Hood page 4 28 2 Clean the reservoir cap with a clean dry cloth before removing to prevent dirt or moisture from entering the reservoir 3 Position an absorbent cloth around the reservoir to absorb any brake fluid spillage 4 Remove the reservoir cap by turning it counterclockwise left 5 Fill the ...

Page 94: ...check that the nozzle is clear and properly directed Washer fluid specification Any automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements can be used in your SOLO Filling up the washer reservoir The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located under the hood 1 Open the hood See Hood page 4 28 2 Remove the charge cable from its storage space 3 Clean the reservoir cap...

Page 95: ...nce For blade size see Parts and Maintenance Items page 7 2 Poor wiper quality can be improved by periodically cleaning the wiper blade and the windshield Removing the wiper blade 1 Lift the wiper arm 1 away from the windshield 2 Turn the wiper blade 2 perpendicular to the arm to expose the locking tab 3 3 Push in and hold the locking tab 4 Slide the blade down towards the wiper arm until it relea...

Page 96: ...r change the coolant as this could damage the system and void the warranty The vehicle contains two coolant reservoirs The reservoir under the hood beneath the maintenance cover is for the high voltage battery system and the one located in the rear is for the drive motor system The coolant levels should be checked and replaced as needed by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider during the...

Page 97: ...hould be checked and adjusted at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule Chart page 7 4 Proper belt tension is essential for optimal operation of the drive system Lack of belt tension can lead to ratcheting which causes the teeth of the belt to slide over the teeth of the rear sprocket This causes an unpleasant sound If you suspect ratcheting has occurred conta...

Page 98: ...ou obtain from your tires and avoid unnecessary damage Always ensure that the tire pressures are correctly adjusted Always observe the posted speed limits and advisory speeds Avoid pulling away quickly or hard acceleration Avoid making fast turns or braking sharply Avoid potholes and objects in the road Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking Wheel alignment and tire ba...

Page 99: ...rn When the tread has been worn down to 1 16 1 6 mm the indicators start appearing at the surface of the tread pattern producing the effect of a continuous band of rubber across the width of the tire A tire must be replaced as soon as an indicator band becomes visible or the tread depth reaches the minimum permitted by legislation Age degradation Tires degrade over time due to the effects of ultra...

Page 100: ...ressure which is why frequent checking of tire pressures is important Punctured or damaged tires must be permanently repaired or replaced as soon as possible by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider or a tire repair center Tire repair canister Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Reinflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat...

Page 101: ...Checking and adjusting tire pressures This vehicle does not have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Tire pressures should be checked with each pre drive inspection and checked at least once per month See Pre Drive Inspections page 2 5 Tire pressures should be checked using an accurate pressure gauge when the tires are cold and the vehicle has been stationary for more than three hours A hot tir...

Page 102: ...profile of a tire or tires can change the driving characteristics of the vehicle which can lead to issues with the vehicle dynamics and handling This increases the risk of loss of control and a collision Wheel rims and tires are matched to suit the handling characteristics of your vehicle Always check that replacement tires comply with the original specification See Vehicle Specifications page 1 9...

Page 103: ...A L O R T I R E P L A C A R D I N V E H I C L E M AX LO AD 310kg 7 5 0 l b s R A Y O N S T E E L P O L Y A M I D E D O T M 6 9 X 3 8 1 R 3 4 1 0 P 1 5 5 6 0 R 1 5 7 4 T M AX LO AD 310kg 7 5 0 l b s R A D I A L T U B E L E S S 248kPa 36PSI M AX P R E S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 12 11 10 8 14 13 9 7 safety standard certification and in case of a recall 1 Tire category P indicates that the tire is for passenger ...

Page 104: ...built for example 1706 would mean the 17th week of 2006 The remaining numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information can be used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 Maximum permissible inflation pressure This is the maximum inflation pressure for the tire This pressure should not be used for normal driving 10 Treadwear grade This number ind...

Page 105: ... tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance Note Winter tires and tires with deep tread are exempt from these marking requirements Quality grades where applicable can be found on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum section width For example In addition to the marking requirements passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements Treadwear The treadwe...

Page 106: ...erloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature...

Page 107: ...ehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The maximum permissible weight of a vehicle with driver passengers load luggage and equipment kPa kilo pascal A metric unit used to measure pressure One kilo pascal equals approximately 0 145 PSI Maximum inflation pressure The maximum pressure to which the tire should be inflated This pressure is given on the tire sidewall in PSI lbf in2 This pressure is the...

Page 108: ...tion label located on the frame of the right door Rim The metal support for a tire or tire and tube upon which the tire beads are seated Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Tread Wear Indicators TWI The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread Vehicle capacity weight The number of seats multiplie...

Page 109: ...nded rating can result in vehicle damage overheating or fire Whenever there is an excessive amount of current flowing through a circuit the fusible element will melt and create an open or incomplete circuit Fuses are a one time protection device and must be replaced each time the circuit is overloaded Replace the fuse with one of equal current and voltage rating If a fuse melts repeatedly have the...

Page 110: ...ge 4 28 2 Push in on the tab to unlatch the fuse center cover then pull up to remove it To access the interior fuse center 1 Locate the access panel which is in the wall of the footwell to the right of the accelerator pedal 2 Push in on the tab to unlatch the access panel then pull outward to remove it and reveal the fuse center 3 Push in on a tab to unlatch the fuse center cover then pull outward...

Page 111: ... FS14 FS21 FS18 FS22 FS05 FS23 Fuse Rating Usage FS01 10A Battery Management System FS02 5A Battery Management System FS03 5A On Board Charger FS04 5A Motor Controller FS05 10A Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning FS06 20A Blower FS14 10A Vacuum Pump FS15 5A Electronic Power Steering Electronic Parking Brake Controllers FS16 15A Thermal Management System Motor Controller Coolant Pumps FS17 5A Elec...

Page 112: ...r IB04 30A Distribution 1 IB05 30A Distribution 2 Relay Usage R1 Motor Controller Pump Relay R2 Battery Cooling Pump Relay R3 AC Wakeup Relay R4 Low Beam Relay R5 Auxiliary Low Beam Relay R6 High Beam Relay R7 Front Radiator Fan Relay R8 Motor Controller Radiator Fan Relay R9 Horn Relay R10 Blower Relay Fuse Rating Usage ...

Page 113: ...enter F01 F02 F03 F04 F06 F08 F15 SP SP SP SP F18 F20 F10 F11 F12 Fuse Rating Usage F01 20A Power Window Left F02 10A Display F03 10A Radio Mirror Control F04 10A Thermal Management System F06 10A Radio F08 10A Display OBDII F10 5A Interior Lamp F11 15A Wiper F12 15A Power Door Lock F15 20A Power Window Right F18 5A Mirror Defrost F20 10A Motor Control ...

Page 114: ...for more information 2 Low voltage 12V The 12V accessory battery is located inside the vehicle to the right of the accelerator pedal About the 12V Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance free 12V accessory battery which powers all of the standard 12V on board electronics and the built in charging system for the high voltage battery During normal use the high voltage battery charges the...

Page 115: ...tery in your vehicle to jump start other vehicles as the electrical system is not designed for it Doing so can cause severe damage to your vehicle which would not be covered under the warranty In certain circumstances e g leaving the vehicle idle or in storage for too long the 12V battery may have an insufficient level of charge to operate the on board electrical systems There may be insufficient ...

Page 116: ...als Your vehicle s 12V battery terminals are located under the hood as follows 1 The positive terminal is located behind the fluid reservoirs Remove the cap to expose the terminal 2 The negative terminal is located near the base of the fuse box 1 2 ...

Page 117: ... battery while others may only be left connected for much shorter periods Read your charger s manual for details To connect a portable battery charger or trickle charger to the 12V battery 1 Ensure that your vehicle is in N Neutral with the Electronic Parking Brake engaged and the key switch is in the OFF position See Parking page 6 7 2 Ensure that the charge cable for the high voltage battery is ...

Page 118: ... connection to ground on your vehicle If none of the above conditions apply there may be an underlying issue with the battery Stop attempting to charge it and disconnect the clips as directed in the following steps Have the vehicle inspected by an ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider 8 Once the battery is sufficiently charged turn off the charger and disconnect the clips in the reverse ord...

Page 119: ... to local regulations when disposing of batteries See Parts and Maintenance Items page 7 2 for the battery type specified for your remote transmitter To replace the remote transmitter battery 1 Using a small flat bladed screwdriver carefully pry to release the outer back cover of the remote transmitter at the illustrated points 2 Remove the screw from the battery cover 3 Remove the battery cover 4...

Page 120: ...ttery and replace with a new battery 6 Reassemble the remote transmitter 7 Test the operation of the remote transmitter See Remote Transmitter page 4 26 If you are experiencing problems with the remote transmitter after changing the battery contact your ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider ...

Page 121: ...ng is an important factor in maintaining the value of your vehicle It also ensures that safety related parts remain in full working order If dirt tar bugs or other similar deposits have accumulated clean them off as soon as possible Note It is recommended to use a garden hose to wash your vehicle High pressure washers like those at self service car washes can damage certain parts Vinyl care and ma...

Page 122: ... fitted floor mat could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals potentially leading to loss of vehicle control and a collision Do not place additional floor mats over an existing one Always install a floor mat with the correct side facing up Do not turn it over Using a genuine SOLO floor mat can extend the life of the vehicle s carpet and make it easier to clean The mat should be cleaned r...

Page 123: ...ntain battery health and vehicle performance Before entering storage To prepare your SOLO for storage Ensure that the storage environment will protect the vehicle from ambient temperatures below 4 F 20 C or above 122 F 50 C Wash the vehicle and dry it completely Wax the vehicle Check and adjust the tire pressure on all tires See Tire pressures during long term storage page 7 18 Ensure that the sta...

Page 124: ... Vehicle page 5 3 3 Discharge the high voltage battery to 0 This can be done by driving the vehicle and or running the climate controls continuously 4 Immediately after the state of charge reaches 0 charge the high voltage battery to the ideal charge level listed in the previous table 5 Disconnect the charge cable 6 Reconnect the trickle charger to the 12V battery Removing from storage When removi...

Page 125: ...eath or injury to anyone in its vicinity Lifting the vehicle at any other points may cause irreparable damage to the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Use a suitable rubber or wooden pad between the jack and the vehicle body to prevent surface damage Note This vehicle does not come with a jack The best way to raise the vehicle is to take it to a service station that ...

Page 126: ...an the actual weight of your vehicle including aftermarket accessories and cargo See Vehicle Specifications page 1 9 for weight estimations Note The 12V battery must be charged if it does not have sufficient power to release the Electronic Parking Brake EPB See Charging the 12V Battery page 7 31 Preparing the vehicle for loading Before loading your vehicle follow these steps 1 Turn the key switch ...

Page 127: ...e Electronic Parking Brake See Electronic Parking Brake EPB page 4 18 4 Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key to prevent loss 5 Secure all cargo and other items or remove them from the vehicle 6 Ensure that the hood trunk and both doors are closed securely 7 Block all wheels at the front and rear of each tire 8 Use tire wheel straps or loop straps illustrated to secure the veh...

Page 128: ...e See Electronic Parking Brake EPB page 4 18 Before pulling the vehicle always ensure that the recovery eye bolt is fastened securely After fastening the recovery eye bolt and attaching a tow line release the EPB before pulling the vehicle see Electronic Parking Brake EPB page 4 18 Pulling the vehicle with the EPB engaged could cause damage to it which would not be covered by the warranty In the e...

Page 129: ...overy eye fully into the mounting point then rotate clockwise until it is tightly fastened 4 Check the recovery eye to ensure it is securely fastened then attach the towing line 5 Release the Electronic Parking Brake EPB before pulling the vehicle See Electronic Parking Brake EPB page 4 18 6 The recovery eye has a limited range in which it can be pulled from as seen in the illustration Do not pull...

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Page 131: ...ion Number VIN To locate the VIN see Vehicle Identification Number VIN page 1 8 ElectraMeccanica can be contacted as follows EMV Automotive USA Inc 11647 Ventura Boulevard Studio City CA 91604 USA Phone 1 888 457 SOLO 1 888 457 7656 Monday Friday 9am to 5pm Pacific Time E mail customersupport electrameccanica com To find your local ElectraMeccanica Authorized Service Provider please check the SOLO...

Page 132: ...problems between you your dealer or ElectraMeccanica To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or write to Administrator National Highway Traffic Safety 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also contact NHTSA and obtain other information about motor vehicle safety at https www safercar gov Canada If you believe that you...

Page 133: ...o remind yourself about or mention at the next service 1 000 miles 1 500 km or 6 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 10 000 miles 15 000 km or 12 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 20 000 miles 30 000 km or 24 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 30 000 miles 45 000 km or 36 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 40 000 miles 60 000 km or 48 months Odom...

Page 134: ...eading Date Notes Performed by 70 000 miles 105 000 km or 84 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 80 000 miles 120 000 km or 96 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 90 000 miles 135 000 km or 108 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by 100 000 miles 150 000 km or 120 months Odometer reading Date Notes Performed by ...

Page 135: ... Replacement Record ComponentReplacementRecord Replacement Record Use the following table to keep a record of any components replaced e g drive belt brake pads etc Component s replaced Odometer reading Date replaced ...

Page 136: ...9 4 Component Replacement Record ...

Page 137: ...ng 6 5 Regenerative 6 6 Bulb replacement 7 25 C Cabin Air conditioning 4 29 Heat 4 29 Light 4 24 Ventilation 4 29 Charge cable 5 3 Charging 12V 7 31 Estimating charging time 5 7 State of 4 9 The vehicle 5 3 Clock 4 9 Contact information ElectraMeccanica 8 1 NHTSA 8 2 Transport Canada 8 2 Coolant 7 12 Cup holder 4 35 D Drive belt tension 7 13 Drive mode selector 4 7 Drive motor temperature 4 9 Driv...

Page 138: ...ses 7 25 H Hazard flashers 4 23 Headlight bulb replacement 7 25 Headlights 4 20 Heat Cabin 4 29 Seat 4 32 Hill Start Assist system 6 6 Hood 4 28 Horn 4 4 I Indicator lights 4 14 Daytime running lights 4 14 Door ajar 4 14 Electronic parking brake 4 14 Fasten seat belt 4 14 Headlight high beam 4 14 Headlight low beam 4 14 Instrument cluster display 4 9 Interior fan 4 29 Interior lights 4 24 J Jackin...

Page 139: ...intenance 7 2 Power gauge 4 9 Power mirrors 4 5 Power windows 4 31 R Radio 4 2 Rear view camera 4 17 Cleaning 7 38 Recovery eye 7 44 Remote Keyless Entry RKE 4 26 Locking the vehicle 4 27 Rear trunk opening 4 27 Transmitter 4 26 Transmitter battery replacement 7 35 Unlocking the vehicle 4 27 Reporting safety defects 8 2 Required equipment 1 5 S Safety information 1 3 Safety instructions Maintenanc...

Page 140: ... TIN 7 20 Tires 7 19 Care 7 14 Degradation 7 15 Grading 7 21 Markings 7 19 Pressures 7 17 Quality 7 21 Repair canister 7 16 Replacement of 7 18 Wear indicators 7 15 Transporting the vehicle 7 42 Trip distance reset 4 12 Trunk 4 34 Light 4 24 Opening with no power 4 34 Turn signals 4 22 U Uniform tire quality grading 7 21 Unlocking the vehicle 4 27 V Vehicle Dimensions 1 10 Load limits 2 3 Modifica...

Page 141: ... Brake warning 4 15 Charging fault 5 6 Combinations 4 16 Electronic power steering 4 16 EPB warning 4 15 Fault 4 15 Washing the vehicle 7 37 Wheel replacement 7 18 Windows 4 31 Windshield Defrost 4 30 Washer fluid 7 10 Washer operation 4 25 Wiper operation 4 25 Wiper blade Checking 7 11 Replacement 7 11 ...

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Page 144: ...EMV Automotive USA Inc 11647 Ventura Boulevard Studio City CA 91604 1 888 457 7656 info electrameccanica com https electrameccanica com ...