1997

MAINTENANCE
SERVICE
SUPPLEMENT

DS GOLF CARS
GASOLINE/ELECTRIC
MANUAL NUMBER 1019345-04
PRINT CODE 0197C0398A
USING THIS SUPPLEMENT

The following pages are supplemental to the 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual (Club
Car Part No. 1019051-01). This supplement documents only those sections of the manual requiring changes
or additions describing features and procedures specific to 1997 DS Golf Cars. All other information in the
1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual pertaining to DS Golf Cars (unless noted as specific to another
particular vehicle) applies to 1997 DS Golf Cars as well. Sections 2, 4, 6, 9 (for gasoline vehicles only),
11, 12, 17, and 18 in the maintenance and service manual have been entirely superseded by sections
in this supplement. This supplement also includes updates to information in Sections 3, 13, 14, and
16. All other sections in the maintenance and service manual are unchanged. With the exception of sec-
tions 9, 10, 25, and 26, the placement of sections in this supplement corresponds to the placement of sec-
tions in the maintenance and service manual. References in this supplement refer to information elsewhere
within the supplement unless they state specifically that they refer to the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Ser-
vice Manual or other publication; for example, (See Figure 12-50, Page 12-37 in the Maintenance and Ser-
vice Manual).

If you do not have a 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual, you may obtain one from
your Club Car dealer or distributor. This supplement and the manual should be thoroughly studied prior to
servicing the vehicle. The procedures provided must be properly implemented, and the NOTES, CAUTIONS,
WARNINGS, and DANGER statements must be heeded. This supplement and the manual were written for
the vehicle mechanic who already possesses basic knowledge and skills in electrical and mechanical repair.
If the mechanic does not have such basic knowledge and skills, attempted service or repairs to the vehicle
may render it unsafe. For this reason, we advise that all repairs and/or service be performed by an autho-
rized Club Car distributor/dealer representative or by a Club Car factory trained mechanic.

This supplement, in conjunction with the maintenance and service manual, covers all aspects of DS Golf Car
service. However, unique situations do sometimes arise when servicing golf cars. If it appears that a service
question is not answered in this supplement or in the manual, you may write to us or contact a Club Car tech-
nical service representative by phone at (706) 863-3000, ext. 580.

WARNING
• READ SECTION 1 - SAFETY - BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY SERVICE ON THIS VEHICLE.
• BEFORE SERVICING VEHICLE, READ COMPLETE SECTION(S) AND ANY REFERENCED
INFORMATION RELEVANT TO SERVICE OR REPAIR TO BE PERFORMED.

©1996 Club Car, Inc.

Club Car, Armorflex, PowerDrive, PowerDrive Plus,

and Tranquility are registered trademarks of Club Car, Inc.

This manual effective August 1, 1996

 NOTE
• THIS SUPPLEMENT REPRESENTS THE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION AT TIME OF PUBLI-
CATION. CLUB CAR, INC. IS CONTINUALLY WORKING TO FURTHER IMPROVE OUR VEHI-
CLES AND OTHER PRODUCTS. THESE IMPROVEMENTS MAY AFFECT SERVICING
PROCEDURES. ANY MODIFICATION AND/OR SIGNIFICANT CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS OR
PROCEDURES WILL BE FORWARDED TO ALL CLUB CAR DISTRIBUTORS AND DEALERS AND
WILL, WHEN APPLICABLE, APPEAR IN FUTURE EDITIONS OF THE MANUAL.
• DAMAGE TO A VEHICLE OR COMPONENT THEREOF NOT RESULTING FROM A DEFECT OR
WHICH OCCURS DUE TO UNREASONABLE OR UNINTENDED USE, OVERLOADING, ABUSE,
OR NEGLECT (INCLUDING FAILURE TO PROVIDE REASONABLE OR NECESSARY MAINTE-
NANCE AS INSTRUCTED IN THE VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL), ACCIDENT OR ALTERATION,
INCLUDING INCREASING VEHICLE SPEED BEYOND FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS OR MODIFI-
CATIONS WHICH AFFECT THE STABILITY OF THE VEHICLE OR THE OPERATION THEREOF,
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
• CLUB CAR, INC. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNS AT
ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND WITHOUT INCURRING ANY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY
WHATSOEVER.
• THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN THIS MANUAL. SEE THE LIMITED
WARRANTY FOUND IN THE VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL OR WRITE TO CLUB CAR, INC.

Practice Safety
! WARNING
Moving Parts
Safety signs like you see above may at first seem shocking, but
their impact is mild compared with the reality of severe personal
injury.
Your safety and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to Club
Car. That is why we urge you to study this supplement and the
maintenance and service manual, and to read, understand, and
heed the warnings in this manual, as well as the safety decals on
your vehicle, before operating the vehicle.
Take time to understand the language of safety. It is a language
that can save your life.
CONTENTS

SECTION 1 - SAFETY 1

SECTION 2 - VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 3

Section 2 in this supplement supersedes Section 2 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service
Manual.

SECTION 3 - GENERAL INFORMATION 5

Use this supplement for current information on the subjects listed below. See Section 3 in the
1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual for all other information.
Pre-Operation Checklist .................................................................................................................... 5

SECTION 4 - PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 6

Section 4 in this supplement supersedes Section 2 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service
Manual.
Lubrication - Gasoline Vehicles ......................................................................................................... 7
Lubrication - Electric Vehicles ........................................................................................................... 8
Vehicle Capacities ............................................................................................................................ 9
Periodic Service - Gasoline Vehicles ................................................................................................ 10
Periodic Service - Electric Vehicles ................................................................................................... 12

SECTION 5 - BODY AND TRIM 14

See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 6 - ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL GROUP 15

Section 6 in this supplement supersedes Section 6 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service
Manual.
General Information .......................................................................................................................... 15
Pedal Group Adjustment ................................................................................................................... 16
Pedal Group Disassembly and Assembly.......................................................................................... 25

SECTION 7 - WHEEL BRAKE ASSEMBLIES

See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 8 - STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION

See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 9 - WHEELS AND TIRES

See Section 10 in the 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.
SECTION 10 - UNITIZED TRANSAXLE AND GOVERNOR 35

For gasoline vehicles only, Section 10 in this supplement supersedes Section 9 and Section 17
in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual.
General Information .......................................................................................................................... 35
Axle Shaft .......................................................................................................................................... 37
Removing the Unitized Transaxle ...................................................................................................... 41
Unitized Transaxle Disassembly ........................................................................................................ 47
Component Disassembly ................................................................................................................... 51
Component Assembly........................................................................................................................ 55
Unitized Transaxle Assembly ............................................................................................................. 60
Unitized Transaxle Installation ........................................................................................................... 67
Forward and Reverse Shifter Cable ................................................................................................... 71

SECTION 11 - TROUBLESHOOTING THE GASOLINE VEHICLE 75

Section 11 in this supplement supersedes Section 11 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Ser-
vice Manual.
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................................................................... 75

SECTION 12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, GASOLINE VEHICLE 81

Section 12 in this supplement supersedes Section 12 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Ser-
vice Manual.
General Information .......................................................................................................................... 82
FE 290 Gasoline Vehicle Electrical Circuit ........................................................................................ 82
Circuit Testing .................................................................................................................................... 87
Test Procedures ................................................................................................................................ 94
Electrical System Components ......................................................................................................... 107
Starter/Generator .......................................................................................................................... 107
Voltage Regulator .......................................................................................................................... 118
Key Switch .................................................................................................................................... 119
Solenoid ........................................................................................................................................ 119
Fuse .............................................................................................................................................. 120
Accelerator Starter Limit Switch .................................................................................................... 121
Kill Limit Switch .............................................................................................................................. 121
Neutral Lock-out Limit Switch......................................................................................................... 122
Neutral Lock-out Cam ................................................................................................................... 123
Reverse Warning Buzzer ............................................................................................................... 124
Reverse Buzzer Limit Switch ......................................................................................................... 124
Oil Warning Light ........................................................................................................................... 125
Battery ........................................................................................................................................... 126

SECTION 13 - FE 290 ENGINE 135

Use this supplement for current information on the subjects listed below. See Section 13 in the
1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual for all other information.
General Information .......................................................................................................................... 135
SECTION 13 - FE 290 ENGINE, CONTINUED:
Engine Mounting Plate ..................................................................................................................... 137
Installation of Remaining Engine Components.................................................................................. 137
Engine Removal ................................................................................................................................ 137
Engine Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 137

SECTION 14 - FUEL SYSTEM 137

Use this supplement for current information on the subjects listed below. See Section 14 in the
1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual for all other information.
Carburetor ......................................................................................................................................... 137
Procedure for Changing Main Jet ...................................................................................................... 137
Accelerator Rod ................................................................................................................................. 138
Governor Cable ................................................................................................................................. 139
Accelerator Cable .............................................................................................................................. 140

SECTION 15 - EXHAUST SYSTEM

See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 16 - TORQUE CONVERTER 142

Use this supplement for current information on the subjects listed below. See Section 16 in the
1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual for all other information.
General Information .......................................................................................................................... 142
Drive Clutch Disassembly.................................................................................................................. 143
Drive Clutch Assembly....................................................................................................................... 144
Assembly of the Driven Clutch .......................................................................................................... 146
Clutch Alignment ............................................................................................................................... 146

SECTION 17 - TRANSMISSION AND GOVERNOR

Section 10 in this supplement supersedes Section 17 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Ser-
vice Manual.

SECTION 18 - REAR SUSPENSION - GASOLINE VEHICLE 147

Section 18 in this supplement supersedes Section 18 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Ser-
vice Manual.
General Information .......................................................................................................................... 147
Shock Absorbers .............................................................................................................................. 148
Mono-Leaf Springs ........................................................................................................................... 149
The Snubber ..................................................................................................................................... 150

SECTION 19A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,

V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLE
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 19B - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,

V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLE
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.
SECTION 20A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,
POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 20B - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,

POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLE
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 21A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,

POWERDRIVE PLUS
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 21B - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,

POWERDRIVE PLUS
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 22 - BATTERIES
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 23A - ACCU-POWER BATTERY CHARGER

See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 23B - POWERDRIVE BATTERY CHARGER

See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 24 - MOTOR
See 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.

SECTION 25 - TRANSAXLE, ELECTRIC VEHICLE

See Section 9 in the 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual. Disregard information
pertaining to gasoline vehicles.

SECTION 26 - REAR SUSPENSION, ELECTRIC VEHICLE

See Section 25 in the 1995-1996 DS Golf Car Maintenance and Service Manual.
 SECTIONS

SECTION 1 - SAFETY 1-9

To insure the safety of those servicing Club Car DS Golf Cars, and to protect the vehicles from possible dam- E
age resulting from improper service or maintenance, the procedures in this manual must be followed. It is
important to note that throughout this manual there are statements which are contained within boxes labeled G
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These special statements relate to specific safety issues, and must be
read, understood, and heeded before proceeding with procedures. There are also boxes labeled NOTE,
which provide other essential service or maintenance information.

DANGER
• A DANGER INDICATES AN IMMEDIATE HAZARD WHICH WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PER-
SONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING
• A WARNING INDICATES AN IMMEDIATE HAZARD WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PER-
SONAL INJURY.

CAUTION
• A CAUTION INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN MINOR
PERSONAL INJURY, OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OR OTHER PROPERTY.

NOTE
• A NOTE PROVIDES KEY INFORMATION TO MAKE PROCEDURES MORE EASILY UNDER-
STOOD OR IMPLEMENTED.

Service technicians should become familiar with the following general safety statements. These will be found
frequently throughout this manual:

DANGER
• GASOLINE - FLAMMABLE! EXPLOSIVE! DO NOT SMOKE. KEEP SPARKS AND FLAMES
AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE SERVICE AREA.
• DO NOT OPERATE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION. ENGINE PRO-
DUCES CARBON MONOXIDE, WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POISON.
• BATTERY - EXPLOSIVE GASES! DO NOT SMOKE. KEEP SPARKS AND FLAMES AWAY. VEN-
TILATE WHEN CHARGING OR USING IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE. ALWAYS WEAR FULL FACE
SHIELD WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR BATTERIES.
• BATTERY - POISON! CONTAINS ACID! CAUSES SEVERE BURNS. AVOID CONTACT WITH
SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING. ANTIDOTES:
- EXTERNAL: FLUSH WITH WATER. CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- INTERNAL: DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILK OR WATER. FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAG-
NESIA OR VEGETABLE OIL. CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- EYES: FLUSH WITH WATER FOR FIFTEEN MINUTES. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

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 General Safety Statements, Continued:
1-9
WARNING
E • ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
G GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• IMPROPER USE OF THIS VEHICLE, OR FAILURE TO MAINTAIN IT PROPERLY, COULD RESULT
IN DECREASED PERFORMANCE OR SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.
• ANY MODIFICATION OR CHANGE TO THE VEHICLE WHICH AFFECTS THE STABILITY, OR
INCREASES THE SPEED BEYOND FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS, COULD RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
• CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR PROPER LOCATION OF ALL VEHICLE WARNING
DECALS AND MAKE SURE THAT THEY ARE IN PLACE AND ARE EASILY READ.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY PRIOR TO SERVICING.
• DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING. REMOVE JEWELRY SUCH AS RINGS, WATCHES, CHAINS,
ETC. BEFORE SERVICING VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• HOT! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE HOT MOTOR, RESISTORS, ENGINE, OR EXHAUST
SYSTEMS. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
GASOLINE VEHICLES ONLY:
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, OR OTHER METAL
COMPONENT.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES ONLY:
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, DISCONNECT BATTERIES AS
SHOWN IN FIGURE 22-5 OR 22-6, PAGE 22-5 IN THE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL.
THEN DISCHARGE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES AS FOLLOWS:
- TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO ON AND PLACE THE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE
REVERSE POSITION.
- SLOWLY DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND KEEP IT DEPRESSED UNTIL THE
REVERSE WARNING BUZZER CAN NO LONGER BE HEARD. WHEN THE BUZZER STOPS
SOUNDING, THE CONTROLLER IS DISCHARGED.

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SECTION 2 - VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS 1-9
Club Car, Inc. reserves the right to change specifications and design of either gasoline or electric vehicles at E
any time without notice and without obligation to make these changes on units previously sold.
G
POWERDRIVE POWERDRIVE DS
DS
SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE
SYSTEM 48 PLUS 36 VOLT
ELECTRIC ELECTRIC ELECTRIC

POWER SOURCE

Engine: 4 cycle, OHV, 286 cc, 9.0 hp rated, single cylinder, air cooled,
•
with pressure lubrication system.

Drive Motor: Direct drive, 48 volts DC, series wound, 3.1 hp. •

Drive Motor: Direct drive, 48 volts DC, shunt wound, 3.2 hp. •

Drive Motor: Direct drive, 36 volts DC, series wound, 2.97 hp. •

Fuel System: Side draft carburetor with float bowl, fixed jets, fuel filter,
•
and impulse fuel pump.

Governor: Automatic ground speed sensing, internally geared in the unit-

•
ized transaxle.

Ignition: Transistor electronic ignition with electronic RPM limiter. •

Unitized Transaxle: Fully synchronized forward and reverse with neutral

•
(11.8:1 forward, 17.1:1 reverse).

Transaxle: Double reduction helical gear with 12.28:1 direct drive axle. • • •

Electrical System: 12 volt, 460 cold cranking amp battery and 35 amp
•
charging capacity.

Electrical System: 48 volts DC, reduced speed reverse. • •

Electrical System: 36 volts DC, reduced speed reverse. •

Batteries: High capacity, deep cycle, Trojan PowerDrive 8 volt, 117 min.
• •
capacity.

Batteries: High capacity, deep cycle, Trojan 6 volt, 115 min. capacity. •

Charger: Automatic, 17 amp PowerDrive; UL and CSA listed. • •

Charger: Automatic, 21 amp Accu-Power; UL and CSA listed. •

Torque Converter: Automatic, variable speed, dry type. •

STEERING/SUSPENSION/BRAKES

Steering: Self-adjusting rack and pinion. • • • •

Suspension: Front and rear tapered mono-leaf springs with dual hydrau-
• • • •
lic shocks.

Brakes: Dual rear wheel self-adjusting brakes with cast iron drums and
• • • •
single brake pedal with automatic-release park brake.

BODY/CHASSIS

Frame/Chassis: Twin I-Beam welded aluminum. • • • •

Front and Rear Body: Armorflex® • • • •

Body Finish: Protective coat over molded-in color. • • • •

Tires: 18.00 x 8.50 - 8.00 tubeless, 4 ply rated. • • • •

SEATING CAPACITY/FUEL CAPACITY

Standard Seating Capacity: 2 persons • • • •

Fairway Villager Seating Capacity: 4 persons • • N/A N/A

Fuel Tank: 7 gallons (26.5 liters), unleaded gasoline only. •

Specifications Continued on Next Page.

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1-9 SPECIFICATIONS DS
POWERDRIVE
SYSTEM 48
POWERDRIVE
PLUS
DS
36 VOLT
GASOLINE
ELECTRIC ELECTRIC ELECTRIC

E DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT

91-1/2” 91-1/2” 91-1/2” 91-1/2”

Overall Length
G (232 cm) (232 cm) (232 cm) (232 cm)

47-1/4” 47-1/4” 47-1/4” 47-1/4”

Overall Width
(120 cm) (120 cm) (120 cm) (120 cm)

48” 48” 48” 48”

Overall Height: At Steering Wheel.
(122 cm) (122 cm) (122 cm) (122 cm)

65-1/2” 65-1/2” 65-1/2” 65-1/2”

Wheelbase
(166 cm) (166 cm) (166 cm) (166 cm)

4-1/2” 4-1/2” 4-1/2” 4-1/2”

Ground Clearance
(11 cm) (11 cm) (11 cm) (11 cm)

34-1/2” 34-1/2” 34-1/2” 34-1/2”

Front Wheel Tread
(88 cm) (88 cm) (88 cm) (88 cm)

38-1/2” 38-1/2” 38-1/2” 38-1/2”

Rear Wheel Tread
(98 cm) (98 cm) (98 cm) (98 cm)

455 lbs. 455 lbs. 448 lbs.

Weight: Standard electric vehicle (without batteries)
(206 kg) (206 kg) (203 kg)

495 lbs.
Weight: Fairway Villager electric vehicle (without batteries) N/A N/A
(225 kg)

593 lbs.
Weight: Standard gasoline powered vehicle (dry)
(269 kg.)

633 lbs.
Weight: Fairway Villager gasoline powered vehicle (dry)
(287 kg.)

12 - 15 mph 12 - 15 mph 12 - 15 mph 12 - 15 mph

Forward Speed
(19 - 24 kph) (19 - 24 kph) (19 - 24 kph) (19 - 24 kph)

17’-6” 17’-6” 17’-6” 17’-6”

Clearance Circle (diameter)
(533 cm) (533 cm) (533 cm) (533 cm)

14’ 14’ 14’ 14’

Braking Distance: At 12 mph (19 kph).
(427 cm) (427 cm) (427 cm) (427 cm)

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SECTION 3 - GENERAL INFORMATION 1-9
Because continuously variable potentiometers were used on some early 1997 DS PowerDrive System 48 E
and PowerDrive Plus Golf Cars, the Pre-Operation Checklist on Page 3-2 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance
and Service Manual should read as follows: G
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Your CLUB CAR has been thoroughly inspected and adjusted at the factory, and also by your CLUB CAR
distributor/dealer. However, upon arrival of your new CLUB CAR(s), you should become familiar with its con-
trols and operation, and carefully inspect each vehicle to be satisfied that it is in proper working condition
before accepting delivery.
Use the following checklist as a guide to inspect your new vehicle. Any problems should be corrected only by
your CLUB CAR distributor/dealer or a trained technician.
• General: All the parts should be in place and properly installed. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws
are tight. On the DS Gasoline vehicle, check all hose clamps for tight fit as well as the starter belt for
tightness.
• Warning Labels: Check to ensure that all warning and operation labels are in place (See Vehicle
Identification pages at the beginning of vehicle Owner’s Manual).

NOTE
• SEVERAL VEHICLE SAFETY DECALS HAVE BEEN RELOCATED FROM BENEATH THE SEAT
ON THE VEHICLE FRONT BODY TO THE VEHICLE FRAME INSIDE THE ENGINE OR BATTERY
COMPARTMENT.

• Tires: Check for proper tire pressure (See Capacities, Page 9 in this supplement).
• DS Electric Batteries (all models): Check electrolyte to ensure that it is at its proper level (See Fig-
ure 22-7, Section 22, Page 6, in the Maintenance and Service Manual). Check battery posts. Wires
should be tight and free of corrosion. Charge batteries fully before first use of vehicle.
• DS V-Glide Speed Switch and PowerDrive System 48 Multi-step Potentiometer: Be sure speed
switch or potentiometer cover is properly secured prior to operating the vehicle.

NOTE
• CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE POTENTIOMETERS WERE STANDARD ON EARLY 1997 DS POW-
ERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES. ON DS POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES SERIAL NO.
9711-564736 AND LATER, THE MULTI-STEP POTENTIOMETER IS STANDARD.

• DS Gasoline Engine: Check for proper engine oil level (See Section 13, Page 47 in the Maintenance
and Service Manual).
• DS Gasoline Fuel: Check fuel level.

DANGER
• BE SURE THE PLASTIC HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE SEAT BOTTOM BEFORE OPERAT-
ING THE VEHICLE. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN A FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

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1-9 SECTION 4 - PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
E It is important to implement and follow a Preventive Maintenance program for your vehicle(s). Preventive
Maintenance consists of the regular performance of scheduled vehicle service and maintenance procedures,
G and is the only way to insure that the vehicle provides the safe, reliable, and economical service that it is
designed to deliver. The following charts provide recommended service intervals for the lubrication and main-
tenance of DS vehicles. Note that critical areas such as brake operation, accelerator operation, steering and
tires should be performed daily. Any car that is not functioning properly should be removed from use until it is
properly repaired.

WARNING
• IF ANY PROBLEMS ARE FOUND DURING SCHEDULED INSPECTION OR SERVICE, DO NOT
OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO MAKE NECESSARY
REPAIRS COULD RESULT IN FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR
DEATH.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS SUPPLEMENT AND IN THE MANUAL.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY PRIOR TO SERVICING.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• HOT! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE HOT MOTOR, RESISTORS, ENGINE, OR EXHAUST
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
GASOLINE VEHICLES ONLY:
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE; ALWAYS, BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, OR OTHER METAL
COMPONENT.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES ONLY:
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, DISCONNECT BATTERIES AS
SHOWN IN THE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL; FIGURE 22-5, PAGE 22-5 FOR V-
GLIDE VEHICLES, OR FIGURE 22-6, PAGE 22-5 FOR POWERDRIVE VEHICLES. THEN DIS-
CHARGE THE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES AS FOLLOWS:
- TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO ON AND PLACE THE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE
REVERSE POSITION .
- SLOWLY DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND KEEP IT DEPRESSED UNTIL THE
REVERSE WARNING BUZZER CAN NO LONGER BE HEARD. WHEN THE BUZZER STOPS
SOUNDING, THE CONTROLLER IS DISCHARGED.

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LUBRICATION - GASOLINE VEHICLES 1-9
PERIODIC LUBRICATION SCHEDULE - GASOLINE VEHICLE E
REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE PLACE* RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT G
Brake shaft bearings 1. Dry Moly Lube - Club Car Part No. 1012151

Brake Linkage and Pivots 2. Dry Moly Lube - Club Car Part No. 1012151
Quarterly by Owner
or Trained Technician Accelerator push rod pivots and 3. Dry Moly Lube - Club Car Part No. 1012151
shifter cable pivots

Front Suspension (5 fittings) 4. Chassis Lube

Annually by Trained Check/fill unitized transaxle to plug 5. 27 oz. (.8 liter) 80-90 WT. API Class GL-5 or
Technician Only level 80-90 WT. AGMA Class EP Gear Lube
(Every 200 rounds or Inspect front wheel bearings 6. Chassis Lube
100 hours of operation) (Repack as necessary)

First Change 100 Hours - Change engine oil and oil filter 7. 32 oz. (.97 liter) without filter; 38 oz. (1.16
Additional Change Every liters) with filter. SAE 30 above 32°F (0°C)
400 Rounds or Every 200 or SAE 5W20 below 32°F (0°C) API Class
Hours of Operation, SE, SF, or SG Oil (or higher)
or Annually -
Whichever Comes First

*See Figure 4-1 below.

LUBRICATION POINTS
DS GASOLINE VEHICLE

2 4
4
1 2

3
3

3 1
7
5
4
4 4
6

FIGURE 4-1

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1-9 LUBRICATION - ELECTRIC VEHICLES

E PERIODIC LUBRICATION SCHEDULE - ELECTRIC VEHICLES

G REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE PLACE* RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT

Brake shaft bearings 1. Dry Moly Lube - Club Car Part No. 1012151
Quarterly by Owner
or Trained Technician Brake Linkage and Pivots 2. Dry Moly Lube - Club Car Part No. 1012151

Accelerator pivots 3. Dry Moly Lube - Club Car Part No. 1012151

Forward and reverse switch shaft and

contacts, charger receptacle
4. WD-40®
(Do not lubricate forward and reverse
switch on PowerDrive Plus vehicles)

Front Suspension (5 fittings) 5. Chassis Lube

Anually by Trained Check/fill transaxle to plug level 6. 22 oz. (.67 liter) SAE 30 WT. API
Technician Only Class SE, SF, or SG Oil (or higher)
(Every 200 rounds or
100 hours of operation) Inspect front wheel bearings 7. Chassis Lube
(Repack as necessary)

*See Figure 4-2 below, and Figure 4-3 on Page 9.

LUBRICATION POINTS
POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES
WITH CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE POTENTIOMETERS

7
2 5
4
5
1 2
6 DO NOT LUBRICATE
FORWARD & REVERSE
SWITCH ON
POWERDRIVE PLUS 3
VEHICLES 3

4 1

5
5 5
7

FIGURE 4-2

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LUBRICATION POINTS
POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES WITH
MULTI-STEP POTENTIOMETERS, AND V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLES
E
G
7
4 2 5
5
1 2
6
3
3

4 1
DO NOT LUBRICATE
FORWARD & REVERSE
SWITCH ON
POWERDRIVE PLUS
VEHICLES 5
5 5
7

FIGURE 4-3

VEHICLE CAPACITIES

CAPACITIES
GASOLINE VEHICLES ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Engine Crankcase without filter 32 oz. (.98 liters)

Engine Crankcase with filter 38 oz. (1.16 liters)

Unitized Transaxle (gas vehicle) 27 oz. (.8 liters)

Transaxle (electric vehicle) 22 oz. (.67 liters)

Gasoline Tank 7 gallons (26.5 liters)

Tire Pressure 12-14 psi (83-96 kPa) 18-20 psi (124-138 kPa)

WARNING
• IF ANY PROBLEMS ARE FOUND DURING SCHEDULED INSPECTION OR SERVICE, DO NOT
OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO MAKE NECESSARY
REPAIRS COULD RESULT IN FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR
DEATH.

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1-9 PERIODIC SERVICE - GASOLINE VEHICLES

E WARNING
• IF ANY PROBLEMS ARE FOUND DURING SCHEDULED INSPECTION OR SERVICE, DO NOT
G OPERATE VEHICLE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO MAKE NECESSARY REPAIRS
COULD RESULT IN FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
• ALL SERVICE, REPAIRS, AND ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE MADE PER INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL.

PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE VEHICLE

REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE

Check for proper operation (See Performance

Accelerator Pedal/Rod Inspection, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service
Manual). Adjust as necessary.
Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
Accelerator/Governor Linkage and Cables tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Adjust as necessary.
Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
Brake System tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Adjust as necessary.
Choke Check for proper operation (See Section 14).
Engine Check for proper operation (See Section 13).
Engine Air Intake System Check air filter element, clean as necessary.

Daily Service by Owner Engine Cooling Air Intake Check for clogging, clean as necessary.
Check fuel tank, lines, cap, pump, and carburetor for
Fuel System
fuel leakage.
Check proper operation. (See Performance Inspec-
Park Brake
tion, Page 3-2 in Maintenance & Service Manual).
Check for proper operation (See NOTE, Page 3-4 in
Reverse Warning Buzzer
the Maintenance and Service Manual).
Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
Steering and Linkages
tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Tires Check for wear and damage.
Unitized Transaxle Check shift linkage for proper operation.
Make sure all are in place (See Gasoline Vehicle
Vehicle Warning Decals
Feature Identification, in DS Owner’s Manual).

Clean terminals and wash dirt from casing, check

Battery
electrolyte level (See Section 22).
Electrical Wiring and Connections Check for tightness and damage.
Torque Converter Rinse with water.
Check for loose hardware and tighten
Weekly Service by Owner as required.
Check maximum speed of vehicle. Maximum vehicle
General Vehicle
speed should be 12-15 mph (19-24 kph).
Wash engine compartment and underside
of vehicle.
Check all daily items listed above.
Periodic Service Schedule Continued on Next Page.

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PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE VEHICLE 1-9
REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE
E
Wash battery top with baking soda/water solution
Battery
(See Section 22).
Check brake cables for damage; replace as required.
G
Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
Brake System tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Check brake pedal free play. Adjust as necessary
(See Section 6).

Monthly Service by Owner Make sure that both ground wires are tight
or Trained Mechanic and properly connected.
Engine
Check engine oil level - change as required
(See Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart on Page 7).
Exhaust System Check for leaks.
Check for wear and damage.
Tires Check air pressure and adjust as necessary
(See Vehicle Capacities Chart on Page 9).
Check all daily and weekly items listed above

Check engine oil level - change as required

Engine
(See Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart on Page 7).
Engine Air Intake Hose Check clamps for tightness; check hose for cracks.
Check for proper operation, adjust as necessary
Accelerator Pedal/Rod
(See Section 6).
Quarterly Service
Accelerator/Governor Linkage
by Owner Check for proper operation, adjust as necessary.
and Cables
or Trained Mechanic
Lubricate per Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart
Steering
on Page 7.
Lubricate per Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart
General Vehicle
on Page 7.
Check all daily, weekly, and monthly items listed above.

Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-

tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Check brake pedal free play. Adjust as necessary
Brake System (See Section 6).
Check brake shoes, replace if necessary.
Lubricate slide plates with graphite (See Section 7).

Semi-annual Service by Check for cracks, wear, or glazing, replace if neces-

Drive Belt
Trained Mechanic Only sary.
(Every 100 rounds or
Electrical Wiring Check for cracked or worn insulation.
50 hours of operation)
Check spark plug wire and boot for damage and
Engine
proper routing (See Section 13).
Check head and exhaust/header pipe flange connec-
Exhaust System tion gasket for leaks.
Check muffler condition.
Front Wheel Alignment and Camber Check and adjust as required (See Section 8).
Periodic Service Schedule Continued on Next Page.

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1-9 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE VEHICLE
REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE
E
Check for proper operation. Inspect belt and replace
Torque Converter/Drive Belt
as required (See Section 16).
G Semi-annual Service by Check for cracks, wear, and glazing, replace if neces-
Trained Mechanic Only sary.
(Every 100 rounds or Starter/Generator Belt
50 hours of operation), Check belt tension, adjust as required (Section 12).
Continued:
General Vehicle Lubricate per Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart, Page 7.
Check all daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly items listed above.

Check engine oil level - change as required

(See Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart, Page 7).
Engine Check for leaks around gaskets, fill plugs, etc.
Inspect, clean, and regap spark plug; replace if
necessary.
Engine Air Intake Check air filter element, clean or replace.
Fuel Filters Replace.
Annual Service by
Trained Mechanic Only Check front wheels for free play. Inspect and replace
(Every 200 rounds or Front Wheel Bearings or repack wheel bearings with chassis lube as neces-
100 hours of operation) sary.
Check brush length (remove excess carbon dust);
Starter/Generator
replace as necessary (See Section 12).
Check/fill transaxle to plug level (See Gas Vehicle
Unitized Transaxle
Lubrication Chart on Page 7).
Lubricate per Gas Vehicle Lubrication Chart
General Vehicle
on Page 7.
Check all daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual items listed above.

PERIODIC SERVICE - ELECTRIC VEHICLES

WARNING
• IF ANY PROBLEMS ARE FOUND DURING SCHEDULED INSPECTION OR SERVICE, DO NOT
OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. FAILURE TO MAKE NECESSARY
REPAIRS COULD RESULT IN FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR
DEATH.
• ALL SERVICE, REPAIRS, AND ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE MADE PER INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL.

PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - ELECTRIC VEHICLES

REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE

Check for proper operation (See Section 6). Adjust as

Accelerator Pedal/Rod
necessary.
Daily Service by Owner Accelerator Switch
Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
(Wiper Switch or Continuously Variable
tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Potentiometer)

Periodic Service Schedule Continued on Next Page.

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PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - ELECTRIC VEHICLES 1-9
REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE
E
Batteries Charge batteries.

Brake System
Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
G
Adjust as necessary.

Charger and Receptacle Check for damage and snug fit.

Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-

Park Brake tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Daily Service by Owner, Adjust as necessary (See Section 6).
Continued:
Check for proper operation (See NOTE, Page 3-4 in
Reverse Warning Buzzer
the Maintenance & Service Manual).

Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-

Steering and Linkages
tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).

Tires Check for wear and damage.

Make sure all are in place (See Electric Vehicle Fea-

Vehicle Warning Decals
ture Identification in the DS Owner’s Manual).

Clean terminals and wash dirt from casing, check

Batteries
electrolyte level (See Section 22).

Electrical Wiring and Connections Check for tightness and damage.

Check for loose hardware and tighten

Weekly Service by Owner
as required.
General Vehicle
Check maximum speed of vehicle. Maximum vehicle
speed should be 12-15 mph (19-24 kph).

Check all daily items listed above.

Batteries Wash battery tops with baking soda/water solution.

Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-

tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Check brake pedal free play. Adjust as necessary
Brake System (See Section 6).

Check brake cables for damage and replace as

required.
Monthly Service by Owner
or Trained Mechanic Check for wear and damage.
Tires Check air pressure and adjust as necessary
(See Vehicle Capacities Chart on Page 9).

Accelerator Switch
Check for cracks or other damage; make sure switch
(Wiper Switch or Continuously Variable
is securely fastened to frame.
Potentiometer)

Check all daily and weekly items listed above.

Check for proper operation, adjust as necessary

Accelerator Pedal/Rod
(See Section 6).

Quarterly Service Lubricate per Electric Vehicle Lubrication Chart on

Steering
by Owner Page 8.
or Trained Mechanic Lubricate per Electric Vehicle Lubrication Chart on
General Vehicle
Page 8.

Check all daily, weekly, and monthly items listed above.

Periodic Service Schedule Continued on Next Page.

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1-9 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE - ELECTRIC VEHICLES
REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE
E
Check specific gravity, electrolyte level, and on-
Batteries
charge voltage (See Section 22).
G Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-
tion, Page 3-2 in the Maintenance & Service Manual).
Check brake pedal free play. Adjust as necessary
Brake System (See Section 6).

Check brake shoes, replace if necessary.

Semi-annual Service by
Trained Mechanic Only Lubricate slide plates with graphite (See Section 7).
(Every 100 rounds or
Electrical Wiring Check for cracked or worn insulation.
50 hours of operation)
Check condition of contacts and wire connections;
Forward and Reverse Switch
Make sure connections are tight.

Front Wheel Alignment and Camber Check and adjust as required (See Section 8).

Lubricate per Electric Vehicle Lubrication Chart on

General Vehicle
Page 8.

Check all daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly items listed above.

Check for proper operation (See Performance Inspec-

Accelerator Switch tion, Page 3-2, DS Maintenance & Service Manual).
(Wiper Switch or Continuously Variable Wiper switch type only: Remove cover and check
Potentiometer) contacts for burns, excessive heat, or arcing; check
brush for wear.

Batteries Perform discharge test (See Section 22).

Check motor brushes; replace as necessary (See

Annual Service by Motor
Section 24).
Trained Mechanic Only
(Every 200 rounds or Check front wheels for free play. Inspect and replace
100 hours of operation) Front Wheel Bearings or repack wheel bearings with chassis lube as neces-
sary (See Section 8).
Check/fill transaxle to plug level (See Electric Vehicle
Transaxle
Lubrication Chart on Page 8).

Lubricate per Electric Vehicle Lubrication Chart

General Vehicle
on Page 8.

Check all daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual items listed above.

SECTION 5 - BODY AND TRIM

All information in Section 5 of the 1995 - 1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number
1019051-01, is current for 1997. However, the following CAUTION, which is not stated in the manual, should
also be heeded.

CAUTION
• IF A PRESSURE WASHER IS USED TO CLEAN THE VEHICLE, DO NOT EXCEED 500 PSI (3448
KPA). NOZZLE SHOULD BE SET TO WIDE ANGLE SPRAY.

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SECTION 6 - ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL 1-9
GROUP E
This supplemental section supersedes Section 6 in the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual. G
GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.
GASOLINE VEHICLES ONLY:
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE; ALWAYS, BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, OR OTHER METAL
COMPONENT.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES ONLY:
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF VEHICLE, DISCONNECT BATTERIES AS SHOWN IN
FIGURE 22-5 OR FIGURE 22-6, PAGE 22-5 IN THE MAINTENANCE & SERVICE MANUAL. THEN
DISCHARGE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES AS FOLLOWS:
- TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO ON AND PLACE THE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE
REVERSE POSITION.
- SLOWLY DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND KEEP IT DEPRESSED UNTIL THE
REVERSE WARNING BUZZER CAN NO LONGER BE HEARD. WHEN THE BUZZER STOPS
SOUNDING, THE CONTROLLER IS DISCHARGED.

NOTE
• CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE POTENTIOMETERS WERE STANDARD ON EARLY 1997 DS POW-
ERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES. ON DS POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48
AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES SERIAL NO. 9711-564736 AND LATER, THE MULTI-STEP
POTENTIOMETER IS STANDARD.

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1-9 PEDAL GROUP ADJUSTMENT
1. ADJUST BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT - ALL DS VEHICLES
E 1.1. To provide slack in the brake cables, loosen hex nuts on the brake equalizer rod (Figure 6-1).

22
AFTER LOOSENING
JAM NUT (31) WITH A
7/16" SOCKET, ROTATE 31
PEDAL STOP (22) UPWARD
TO DECREASE DISTANCE
BETWEEN PEDAL AND
FLOORBOARD. ROTATE
IT DOWNWARD TO

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7 8
5 6
3 4

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1 2

K
CORRECT PEDAL PA
R P
TO
POSITION IS 5 3/4
INCHES, (14.6 CM )
FROM FLOORMAT
TO BACK OF
S
BRAKE PEDAL

FIGURE 6-3

1.2. Using a 7/16” socket, loosen the brake stop jam nut (31), then relieve pedal pressure on the stop
by pushing down slightly on the pedal. Then adjust the brake stop bumper (22) up or down (Fig-
ure 6-2). Adjusting the bumper upward decreases distance between pedal and floorboard.
Adjusting the bumper downward increases distance between pedal and floorboard. Proper brake
pedal height is 5-3/4 inches (14.6 cm) plus or minus 1/4 inch (.6 cm) (Figure 6-3).
1.3. Tighten the jam nut (31) to 7-9 ft.lbs. (9/10 N-m) (Figure 6-2).
2. ADJUST PARK BRAKE RATCHET/PAWL GAP AND PAWL ENGAGEMENT - ALL DS VEHICLES
2.1. Using a 1/2” wrench, adjust the retaining nut (7) on the spring support rod until there is a .060 plus
or minus .030 inch gap between the pawl and the tips of the ratchet teeth. Use a feeler gauge to
verify the gap (Figure 6-4). Read NOTES below and at top of page 17 before proceeding.

NOTE
• ON ALL POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES PRIOR TO SERIAL
NO. 9711-564736, THE ACTUATOR LEVER MUST ALSO BE ADJUSTED IF THE RATCHET/PAWL
GAP IS ADJUSTED (SEE STEP 4, PAGE 21).

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 NOTE 1-9
• ON ALL 1997 DS GASOLINE VEHICLES AND V-GLIDE 36 VOLT ELECTRIC VEHICLES, AND ON
1997 POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES SERIAL NO. 9711-564736 E
AND LATER, THE ACCELERATOR ROD ADJUSTMENT MUST ALSO BE CHECKED IF THE
RATCHET/PAWL GAP IS ADJUSTED (SEE STEP 4, PAGE 19, OR STEP 4, PAGE 20). G
• ON ALL 1997 DS GASOLINE VEHICLES AND V-GLIDE 36 VOLT ELECTRIC VEHICLES, AND ON
POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES SERIAL NO. 9711-564736 AND
LATER, THE ACCELERATOR ROD MUST BE DISCONNECTED BEFORE PROCEEDING TO
STEP 2.2.

CUT-A-WAY SIDE VIEW 7

B

ADJUST RETAINING NUT (7) WITH A

.060" +
- .030" 1/2 INCH SOCKET UNTIL THERE IS A
USE FEELER GAUGE .060 INCH GAP PLUS OR MINUS .030 INCH
TO CHECK GAP BOTTOM VIEW BETWEEN RACHET (A) AND PAWL (B)

FIGURE 6-4
2.2. With the park brake unlocked, measure and note the distance from the top of the accelerator
pedal to the floorboard, and then lock the park brake (See Figure 6-5, Page 18).
2.3. With the park brake locked, make sure that at least 75% of ratchet tooth length engages the pawl
(Figure 6-6, Page 18).
2.4. With the park brake still locked, again measure the distance from the top of the accelerator pedal
to the floorboard. If the measurement has changed, ratchet tooth engagement is too deep and
must be adjusted.
2.5. If ratchet/pawl engagement must be adjusted, disconnect the ball joint at the top of the brake
brake rod and rotate the ball joint sleeve clockwise to increase engagement or counterclockwise
to decrease engagement. Reconnect ball joint (Figure 6-7, Page 18).
2.6. If the accelerator push rod was disconnected from the accelerator pedal, reconnect it.
3. ADJUST ACCELERATOR PEDAL HEIGHT - ALL DS VEHICLES
3.1. Using a 1/2” socket and 1/2” wrench, loosen the nut and bolt (Figure 6-8, Page 18) securing the
accelerator pedal to the pivot plate. Clamp the accelerator pedal adjustment tool (Club Car Part
No. 1018710-01) to the accelerator pedal, with the end marked accelerator pedal height toward
the floorboard, then depress the accelerator pedal until the end of the tool rests against the floor-
board (pedal height should be 5-5/8” plus or minus 1/8”). Use a rubber strap to hold the pedal in
position against the floorboard and then tighten the nut to 12-15 ft.lbs. (16/20 N-m) (Figure 6-9,
Page 18).
• For gasoline vehicles, proceed to Step 4.
• For V-Glide 36 volt vehicles, and for PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus vehicles
serial number 9711-564736 and later, proceed to Page 20.
• For PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus vehicles prior to serial number 9711-
564736, proceed to Page 21.

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PAWL (A) ENGAGES AT LEAST 75%
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FIGURE 6-5 FIGURE 6-6

SNAP LOOSE BALL JOINT ( 11) FROM

BEHIND PARK BRAKE PEDAL 1/2 INCH SOCKET 1/2 INCH WRENCH

11

ROTATE BALL JOINT (11)

CLOCKWISE TO INCREASE PAWL
TO RACHET ENGAGEMENT,
COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO DECREASE IT.

FIGURE 6-7 FIGURE 6-8

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READS "ACCELERATOR PEDAL
HEIGHT" ON SIDE TOWARD
FLOORBOARD
USE A RUBBER STRAP
TO HOLD PEDAL IN
DEPRESSED POSITION

FIGURE 6-9

4. ADJUST THE ACCELERATOR ROD (See page 20 for V-Glide 36 volt vehicles, and for PowerDrive
System 48 and PowerDrive Plus electric vehicles serial numbers 9711-564736 and later, or page
21 for PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus vehicles prior to serial number 9711-564736).

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 • Adjust the Accelerator Rod - Gasoline Vehicles Only:
1-9
DANGER
E
• BEFORE SERVICING, TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF AND PLACE THE FORWARD AND
REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION. G
• TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING OF THE ENGINE, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST. THIS WILL PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE
RUNNING OVER YOU WHEN YOU ARE ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR ROD.

4.1. Remove the electrical box cover.

4.2. Disconnect the accelerator rod at the accelerator pedal, then loosen the jam nuts (20) and adjust
the length of the rod (19) (Figure 6-11, Page 21) to obtain an accelerator cable cam position of
15°-17° as shown (Figure 6-10). See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• AFTER ACCELERATOR ROD ADJUSTMENT, MAKE SURE THAT APPROXIMATELY THE SAME
NUMBER OF THREADS IS EXPOSED AT EACH END OF THE ROD.
• IF THE LEVER ON THE LIMIT SWITCH IN THE ELECTRICAL BOX IS BENT, REPLACE THE LIMIT
SWITCH.
• WHEN LOOSENING OR TIGHTENING JAM NUTS ON THE ACCELERATOR ROD WHEN ONE
END IS DISCONNECTED, HOLD THE DISCONNECTED BALL JOINT SLEEVE WITH PLIERS.

15° TO 17°
TOP VIEW OF THE
ELECTRICAL
COMPONENT
BOX

FIGURE 6-10

4.3. Reconnect the accelerator rod at the accelerator pedal.

4.4. Before tightening the jam nuts on the accelerator rod, set the park brake to the first ratchet and
pawl position. Depress the accelerator pedal and make sure that the following events occur in the
exact order shown: See NOTE at the top of Page 20.

APPROXIMATE PEDAL TRAVEL

EVENT
(REFERENCE ONLY)
Park Brake Release 2° - 4°
Solenoid Activation 4° - 8°
Carburetor Throttle Actuation 8° - 12°

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 Adjust the Accelerator Rod, Gasoline Vehicles, Continued:
1-9
NOTE
E
• AFTER THE PEDAL GROUP AND ACCELERATOR ROD ARE ADJUSTED, THE FINAL GOV-
G ERNED ENGINE RPM SHOULD BE SET PER SPECIFICATIONS IN SECTION 13, PAGE 13-50.

4.5. If the events above occur as they should, hold the ball joint at each end of the accelerator rod with
pliers and tighten the accelerator rod jam nut against it.
4.6. Again, check that events occur as described in step 4.4.
4.7. Install the electrical box cover.
• Adjust the Accelerator Rod - V-Glide 36 Volt vehicles, and also PowerDrive System 48 and Pow-
erDrive Plus vehicles serial numbers 9711-564736 and later.

DANGER
• BEFORE SERVICING, TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF AND PLACE THE FORWARD AND
REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION.
• TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, DISCONNECT THE BATTERIES
(AND DISCHARGE THE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES) AS
INSTRUCTED ON PAGE 6 (SEE FIGURE 22-6, PAGE 22-5 IN THE MAINTENANCE AND SER-
VICE MANUAL). THIS WILL PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE RUNNING OVER
YOU WHEN YOU ARE ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR ROD.

4.1. Remove the wiper switch cover.

CAUTION
• ADJUST THE ACCELERATOR ROD/WIPER SWITCH ARM EXACTLY AS STATED IN STEP 4.2
OR THE WIPER SWITCH COULD BECOME DAMAGED AND NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.

4.2. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold it in this position. With the acceler-
ator pedal fully depressed, the wiper switch arm brush should be positioned entirely on the last
fixed contact. It is acceptable for the wiper switch arm to come into contact with the wiper switch
housing provided there is no excessive pressure against the housing. To check wiper arm pres-
sure against the housing, keep the accelerator pedal fully depressed and disconnect the acceler-
ator rod from the wiper switch ball stud. Then try to reconnect it. If the accelerator pedal must be
released in order to reconnect the accelerator rod, then the wiper switch arm is exerting excessive
pressure against the housing - proceed to step 4.3. If the accelerator rod can be easily con-
nected, it is correctly adjusted.
4.3. If the accelerator rod is not adjusted correctly, disconnect it from the ball stud at the wiper switch
and manually rotate the bell crank until the wiper switch arm brush is positioned entirely on the
last fixed contact.
4.4. While holding the accelerator rod with pliers, loosen the jam nut (20) and adjust the ball joint (21)
sleeve to fit on the wiper switch ball stud, with approximately the same number of threads show-
ing at each end of the rod. Then tighten jam nut (20) against the sleeve (Figure 6-11).
4.5. Depress the accelerator pedal several times and then check to be sure that the wiper switch arm
brush is positioned entirely on the eighth fixed contact, and that the wiper switch arm is not exert-
ing excessive pressure against the wiper switch housing.
4.6. Install the wiper switch cover.

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 1-9
2
TYPICAL 3 5 7 8 E
4 PLACES 10
6
11
G
1

12
5 9 13
4 18 14
20
21
19
TYPICAL
4 PLACES
16
8 21
5
7

TYPICAL 23
4 PLACES
22
24
ALL 1997 GASOLINE AND
25 V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLES,
23 ALSO POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48
AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES
SERIAL NUMBERS 9711-564736
AND LATER.
26

FIGURE 6-11

• PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus Vehicles, Serial Numbers Prior to 9711-564736 -
Adjust the Actuator Lever (There is no accelerator rod on PowerDrive System 48 or PowerDrive
Plus vehicles prior to serial number 9711-564736):
4.1. Connect the Calibration Test Module (Club Car Part No. 1018871-01) (Figure 6-12, Page 22) to
the vehicle.
4.1.1. Disconnect the 3-wire connector to the potentiometer from the wire harness as shown (Fig-
ure 6-13, Page 22).
4.1.2. Connect the 3-wire plug of the Calibration Test Module to the 3-wire connector from the
potentiometer (Figures 6-12 and 6-13, Page 22).
4.1.3. Disconnect the green/white wire from the potentiometer housing assembly (Figure 6-13,
Page 22) at the Forward and Reverse Limit Switch No. 1 on standard PowerDrive System
48 vehicles, or at the main wire harness (under the charger receptacle) on PowerDrive
Plus vehicles with motor braking.
4.1.4. Connect the green/white wire from the potentiometer housing to the green lead from the
Calibration Test Module (Figure 6-13).
4.1.5. If it is not already disconnected, disconnect the 6 gauge red wire from the positive (+) post
of battery No. 6. Connect the Calibration Test Module’s alligator clip to the end of the 6
gauge red wire.

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 Adjusting Actuator Lever on PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus Vehicles, Continued:
1-9 4.2. Position and clamp the Accelerator Pedal Adjustment tool on the accelerator pedal with the end
marked micro break point toward the floorboard, then depress the pedal until the end of the tool
E rests against the floorboard (pedal height should be 4-5/8” plus or minus 3/32”). Use a rubber
strap to hold the pedal in depressed position and proceed to step 4.3. (Figure 6-14).
G 4.3. Use a 1/4” socket or nut driver to remove two screws (20) and detach the potentiometer housing
cover (Figure 6-15).
4.4. Using a 7/16” deep well socket, slightly loosen the bolt (9) (Figure 6-16) attaching the actuator
lever to the adjustment bracket.
4.5. Rotate the actuator lever (17) on the pivot rod weldment (6) (Figure 6-19, Page 24) counterclock-
wise until the red LED on the test module goes out (limit switch clicks off). Then slowly rotate the
actuator lever clockwise until the red LED is illuminated again (limit switch clicks on).

WIRE HARNESS TO
ALLIGATOR CLIP THE F&R SWITCH
(NO. 18 WHITE WIRE)

GREEN/WHITE WIRE
FROM POTENTIOMETER

3-WIRE PLUG
MALE TERMINAL
(NO. 18 GREEN WIRE)

3-WIRE CONNECTOR
TO POTENTIOMETER
L.C.D. DISPLAY
WINDOW

UPPER CALIBRATION SCREW

L.E.D. CALIBRATION & TEST MODULE LOWER CALIBRATION SCREW
DISPLAY SPEED CONTROL
INSTRUCTIONS
SET POWER SWITCH TEST
TO "ON". (CALIBRATION SCREWS
PEDAL CIRCUIT
POT CALIBRATION: SET MODE SWITCH TO "POT".
CHECK INTERNAL 4.30±.03 VOLT SIGNAL BY PRESSING "TEST" BUTTON.
ARE UNDER DECAL AT
CONNECT TEST SOCKET TO POT PLUG, CONNECT GREEN LEAD TO GREEN/
WHITE POT LIMIT SWITCH LEAD, CONNECT BLUE LEAD TO BATTERY
POSITIVE. ILLUMINATION OF THE L.E.D. INDICATES A CLOSED
PEDAL LIMIT SWITCH, READ THE POTENTIOMETER SET VOLTAGE FROM THE
TARGET POINTS)
L.C.D. DISPLAY. SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE.
SPEED SENSOR TEST: SET MODE SWITCH TO "SSAM", CONNECT TEST
SOCKET TO MOTOR SPEED SENSOR PLUG, ROTATE MOTOR. L.E.D. SHOULD
PULSE ON AND OFF INDICATING SPEED SENSOR IS FUNCTIONAL.
TEST
SEE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE DETAIL
R
BUTTON
POWER MODE
ON Club Car SSAM
OFF POT

yyy
;;;
y
; y
;
FIGURE 6-12 FIGURE 6-13

4 5/8" + 3/32"
ST PAR

;;;
yyy
K
OP MICRO
BREAK
POINT ST
OP
PAR
K MICRO
BREAK

GO
POINT

GO

READS MICRO
BREAK POINT

REPOSITION ACCELERATOR
PEDAL ADJUSTMENT TOOL SO THAT
"MICRO BREAK POINT" IS TOWARD
FLOORBOARD. DEPRESS THE
USE A RUBBER STRAP
ACCELERATOR PEDAL UNTIL A
TO HOLD PEDAL IN
PEDAL HEIGHT OF 4 5/8" PLUS OR
DEPRESSED POSITION
MINUS 3/32" IS REACHED

FIGURE 6-14

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 4.6. With the actuator in this position, tighten the actuator bolt slightly.
4.7. Using a 5/16” wrench, loosen the potentiometer adjustment lock nut (See Figure 6-17).
1-9
4.8. Using a potentiometer adjustment tool or very small flat blade screwdriver (electronics type), turn E
the potentiometer adjustment screw until the test module reads from 3.38 to 3.42 volts. Then
tighten the potentiometer lock nut to 4-6 in.lbs (.45/.68 N-m)(See Figure 6-18).
G
4.9. Again loosen the actuator lever bolt and rotate the actuator lever counterclockwise until the red
LED goes off.
4.10. With the actuator lever in this position, tighten the actuator lever bolt to 70-80 in.lbs. This step
sequence ensures that the solenoid will not engage with the accelerator pedal in the up position
and the park brake set. If the red LED is illuminated at this point, repeat step 4.9.
4.11. Disconnect the Calibration Test Module from the vehicle and reconnect the three-wire connector
(from the potentiometer) to the wire harness. Reconnect the green/white wire to the Forward and
Reverse Limit Switch No. 1 on standard PowerDrive System 48 vehicles, or to the wiring har-
ness on PowerDrive Plus vehicles.

USE A 1/4" SOCKET

OR A NUT DRIVER TO
20 REMOVE TWO
9
SCREWS (20)

REMOVE POTENTIOMETER SLIGHTLY LOOSEN BOLT (9) WITH

HOUSING COVER A 7/16" DEEP WELL SOCKET

FIGURE 6-15 FIGURE 6-16

INSERT FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER

THROUGH HOLE IN ACCLERATOR PIVOT
ROD PLATE TO ADJUST POTENTIOMETER
ADJUSTMENT SCREW ACCELERATOR
PIVOT ROD PLATE

LOOSEN THE
POTENTIOMETER
LOCK NUT WITH
5/16" WRENCH
SCREWDRIVER AND
POTENTIOMETER
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW

FIGURE 6-17 FIGURE 6-18

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 Adjusting Actuator Lever on PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus Vehicles, Continued:
1-9 4.12. Check potentiometer adjustment (See 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual, Sec-
tion 20A, Page 20-17).
E
4.13. Install the potentiometer housing cover.
G
NOTE
• THE POTENTIOMETER IS PRESET AT THE FACTORY AND SHOULD NOT REQUIRE ADJUST-
MENT. IF A PROBLEM IS SUSPECTED, SEE SECTION 20A, PAGE 20-17 IN THE MAINTENANCE
AND SERVICE MANUAL.

ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND

POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES,
TYPICAL
9 SERIAL NUMBER 9704-667832 AND
4 PLACES 2 7
5 8 LATER, TWO WASHERS (ITEM 8)
3 AND ITEM 16 ARE DELETED.
8
6 11
1
12

13
5
4 14
10
15
9

5 7
16
TYPICAL 18
4 PLACES
19
11
27
21 17
TYPICAL
4 PLACES
11 POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48
23
AND POWERDRIVE PLUS
VEHICLES SERIAL NUMBERS
24 PRIOR TO 9711-564736
TYPICAL
20 2 PLACES

TO WIRE HARNESS

25 22

FIGURE 6-19

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PEDAL GROUP DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY 1-9
ALL VEHICLES E
Removing the Brake Pedal Assembly
1. Make sure key switch is off and that the Forward and Reverse Switch is in neutral, then disconnect bat- G
tery or batteries as shown (In the Maintenance and Service Manual, see Figure 12-1, Page 12-2 for
gasoline vehicles, or Figure 22-5 or 22-6, Page 22-5 for electric vehicles). See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• DISCHARGE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES PER WARNINGS ON
PAGE 15.

2. Place chocks under the rear wheels and lift the front end of the vehicle with a chain hoist or floor jack.
Place jackstands under the front cross tube of the vehicle frame and lower the vehicle onto the jack-
stands. See WARNING below.

WARNING
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

3. Remove the brake pedal assembly.

3.1. Disconnect the brake cables from the equalizer rod (26) (Figure 6-20, Page 26).
3.2. Remove the pedal return spring (27) from the equalizer rod (26) (Figure 6-20).
3.3. Remove the nuts (33), flat washers (25), bolts (28), and bearing blocks (23) (Figure 6-20).
3.4. Loosen the brake equalizer rod hex nut (24) five turns, then disconnect the rod (26) from the
pedal shaft (Figure 6-20).
3.5. Remove the nut (31) and brake stop (22) (Figure 6-20).
3.6. Lift the pedal assembly (6) up through the floorboard (Figure 6-20, Page 26).
Installing the Brake Pedal Assembly
1. Install the brake pedal assembly.
1.1. From the top side of the floorboard, insert the brake pedal weldment assembly (6) (Figure 6-20)
through the opening in the floor as shown (Figure 6-21, Page 27), and install the pedal stop (22)
(Figure 6-20) on the weldment.
1.2. Attach the equalizer rod (26) to the brake pedal weldment assembly (6) as shown (Figure 6-20).
1.3. Position and attach the brake pedal assembly and mounting blocks (23) to the vehicle frame as
shown. Tighten the bolts and nuts to 40-60 in.lbs. (4.5/7 N-m) (Figure 6-20). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• EACH HALF OF EACH MOUNTING BLOCK ASSEMBLY IS MARKED WITH AN A OR B. THE
HALVES MARKED A SHOULD BE ORIENTED TO THE TOP LEFT HAND AND BOTTOM RIGHT
HAND SIDES OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY, AND THE HALVES MARKED B SHOULD BE
ORIENTED TO THE TOP RIGHT HAND SIDE AND BOTTOM LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE BRAKE
PEDAL ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 6-20, PAGE 26).

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1-9
8
6
E
G 21
O P
2
20
S T
10
11
32 B

7 13
22 TYPICAL
TYPICAL
33 4 PLACES 23
4 PLACES TYPICAL
9 2 PLACES

12
A
A 26
25
31 19 TYPICAL
4 PLACES
29 28
TYPICAL 30
2 PLACES

3 29
B 27
5 18
1
17 24
2 16
4 14
TYPICAL
2 PLACES
15

FIGURE 6-20

1.4. Install the brake cables (14) on the equalizer rod using new cotter pins (16) and the clevis pins
(17) that were removed when the brake pedal assembly was disassembled (Figure 6-20). Tighten
the nut (24) on the equalizer rod so that brake pedal free-play is 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch (6.35 mm to
12.7 mm) (Figure 6-24, Page 28). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY IS THE DISTANCE THE BRAKE PEDAL CAN BE DEPRESSED
BEFORE THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ARM MOVES.

Removing the Park Brake Assembly

1. Make sure the key switch is off and that the Forward and Reverse Switch is in neutral, then disconnect
the battery or batteries as shown (In the Maintenance and Service Manual, see Figure 12-1, Page
12-2 for gasoline vehicles, or Figure 22-5 or 22-6, Page 22-5 for electric vehicles). See CAUTION
below.

CAUTION
• DISCHARGE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES PER INSTRUCTIONS
ON PAGE 15.

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 2. Place chocks under the rear wheels and lift the front end of the vehicle with a chain hoist or floor jack.
Place jackstands under the front cross tube of the vehicle frame and lower the vehicle onto the jack- 1-9
stands. See WARNING below.
E
WARNING
G
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

3. Remove the park brake assembly.

3.1. To remove the park brake rod and pawl assembly (9 through 13 and 32), remove the push-on nut
(11) and disconnect the ball joint sleeve (13) from the park brake pedal (1). Remove the ball joint
sleeve (13) from the rod and pawl assembly (Figure 6-20). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• A NEW PUSH-ON NUT (11) (FIGURE 6-22) MUST BE USED WHEN REASSEMBLING THE PARK
BRAKE.

3.2. To remove the park brake pedal (1), remove the push-on retainer nut (4), disconnect the torsion
spring (20) (Figure 6-22) and slide the pedal off of the shaft. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• A NEW PUSH-ON NUT (4) (Figure 6-22) MUST BE USED WHEN REASSEMBLING THE PARK
BRAKE.

3.3. Inspect all parts for wear or damage and replace as necessary.

21
20
STOP

2
6

10 11

13
1
32
2 9
4 12

FIGURE 6-21 FIGURE 6-22

Installing the Park Brake Assembly

1. From the bottom side of the floorboard, insert the park brake rod (9) through the brake pedal assembly
opening as shown in Figure 6-22. Then install the park brake pawl (32) onto the shaft on the brake
pedal assembly weldment (6) and also the park brake rod (9) into the park brake pawl (Figure 6-22).
2. Install the push nut (11) onto the park brake pawl shaft (Figure 6-22).

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 Installing the Park Brake Assembly, Continued:
1-9 3. Install the spacer (21) and torsion spring (20) on the park brake pedal shaft on the brake pedal weld-
ment (Figure 6-22, Page 27).
E 4. Install the two bushings (2) in the park brake pedal and position the park brake pedal on the shaft on
the brake pedal assembly weldment (Figure 6-22). Then attach the ends of the spring to the park brake
G pedal and to the brake pedal weldment as shown (See Figure 6-23).
5. Install the push nut (4) on the park brake pedal shaft (Figure 6-22, Page 27).
6. Connect park brake rod (9) ball joint to the ball stud on the park brake pedal assembly (Figure 6-22).

HOOK ONE TURN HEX NUTS UNTIL

END OF
20 THERE IS A 1/4" TO 1/2" (6.3 TO
SPRING (20)
12.7 MM) FREE PLAY OF
ON PARK
THE BRAKE PEDAL
BRAKE
WELDMENT

SHAFT
LIFT OTHER END OF SPRING (20) UP AND
OVER BRAKE WELDMENT BY PRYING DOWN
ON SHAFT WITH SMALL SCREWDRIVER

FIGURE 6-23 FIGURE 6-24

REMOVING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY

PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus Electric Vehicles Serial Number 9711-
564736 and Later, and all 1997 DS V-Glide 36 Volt and DS Gasoline Vehicles.
(For PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus vehicles prior to serial number 9711-564736, see
page 30).
1. Make sure the key switch is off and that the Forward and Reverse Switch is in neutral, then disconnect
the battery(ies):
• DS V-Glide, PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus vehicles - disconnect the batteries as
shown (Figure 22-5 or 22-6, Page 22-5 in the Maintenance and Service Manual).
• DS Gasoline powered vehicle - disconnect both battery cables, negative first.
2. Place chocks under the rear wheels and lift the front end of the vehicle with a chain hoist or floor jack.
Place jackstands under the front cross tube of the vehicle frame and lower the vehicle onto the jack-
stands. See WARNING below.

WARNING
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

3. Using a 1/2” socket and 1/2” wrench, remove the nut (7), two washers (5), and bolt (4) securing the
accelerator pedal (1) to the pivot rod (6) (Figure 6-11, Page 21).
4. Disconnect the accelerator rod assembly (19, 20, and 21) (Figure 6-11, Page 21) at the front and rear
ball studs and remove it from the vehicle.

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 5. Remove the nut (10), flat washer (8), ball stud (18), and pivot support bearing (9) from the accelerator
pivot rod assembly (6) (Figure 6-11, Page 21). 1-9
6. Slide the spring retainer (11) off of the accelerator pivot rod.
7. Use a scribe to mark the position of the park brake ratchet (26) on the accelerator pivot rod (6) (Figure
E
6-11, Page 21). See NOTE below.
G
NOTE
• FAILURE TO MARK POSITION OF THE RATCHET COULD CAUSE IT TO BE REINSTALLED
IMPROPERLY, RESULTING IN IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT AND POSSIBLE FAILURE OF THE
PARK BRAKE.

8. Remove the lock nut (25) from the accelerator pivot shaft (Figure 6-11, Page 6-21).
9. Depress the brake pedal slightly and then slide the park brake ratchet (26) (Figure 6-11, Page 6-21)
toward the end of the accelerator pivot rod. Rotate the ratchet and remove it from the pivot rod.
10. Remove the four bolts (24), washers (8), and nuts (16) that secure the accelerator pivot rod supports
(23) to the frame. Remove the pivot rod (6), and spacer (22) from the accelerator pivot rod supports
(23) (Figure 6-11, Page 21).
11. Pull accelerator pedal (1) out of vehicle from the top side of the floorboard (Figure 6-11, Page 21).

INSTALLING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY

PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus Electric Vehicles Serial Number 9711-
564736 and Later, and all 1997 DS V-Glide 36 Volt and DS Gasoline Vehicles.
1. Position the accelerator pivot rod supports (23) on the vehicle frame and install the four bolts (24), flat
washers (8), and lock nuts (16). Tighten the nuts with fingers only at this time (Figure 6-11, Page 21).
2. Insert the lower end of the accelerator pedal (1) through the floorboard and install the accelerator pivot
rod (6) through the uppermost hole in the pedal. Install the bolt (4), two washers (5), and nut (7)
through the lower hole in the pedal and through the pivot rod. Tighten the nut with fingers only at this
time (Figure 6-11, Page 21).
3. Install the plastic spacer (22) on the pivot rod (Figure 6-11, Page 6-21).
4. Insert the pivot rod through the pivot rod supports on the vehicle frame.
5. Tighten the four bolts (24) (Figure 6-11, Page 21) attaching the pivot rod supports to the frame to 70-
80 in.lbs. (8/9 N-m).
6. Install the ball stud (18) through the pivot rod. Using needle-nose pliers, install the pivot support bear-
ing (9) and the spring retainer (11) onto the ball stud. Secure these parts with the washer (8) and nut
(10) (Figure 6-11, Page 21). Tighten the nut to 45-55 in.lbs. (5/6.2 N-m). See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• MAKE SURE THAT THE HARDWARE IS INSTALLED WITH THE FLAT WASHER POSITIONED ON
THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE SPRING RETAINER. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
THE ACCELERATOR BECOMING DISCONNECTED.

7. Depress the brake pedal slightly, and with the park brake ratchet oriented so that the tip of the ratchet is
pointed toward the rear of vehicle, slide the ratchet onto the pivot rod (do not slide the ratchet onto the
pivot rod splines). Release the brake pedal and allow the ratchet to rotate until its tip is pointed down-
ward (Figure 6-26, Page 32). The ratchet should now rotate freely on the rod.

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 Pedal Group Disassembly and Assembly, Continued:
1-9 8. Rotate the ratchet clockwise until it touches the park brake pawl, then slide the ratchet onto the splines
of the pivot rod (it may be necessary to push the pivot rod toward the driver side of the vehicle to make
E the splines accessible). The ratchet may have to be rotated counterclockwise slightly to align the
splines.
G 9. Move the pivot rod back toward the driver side of the vehicle and line up the scribed match marks on
the pivot rod and ratchet. Rotate the pivot rod back and forth slightly to align the splines and slide the
ratchet onto the splines.
10. Install the nylon lock nut (25) on the pivot rod. Tighten the nut to 16-20 ft.lbs. (22/27 N-m).
11. Install the accelerator rod assembly (19, 20, and 21) (Figure 6-11, Page 21).
12. Adjust the accelerator pedal height. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• THE PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HEIGHT IS ON PAGE 17.

13. Adjust the accelerator rod. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• THE PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR ROD ON GASOLINE VEHICLES IS ON
PAGE 19. ACCELERATOR ROD ADJUSTMENT FOR V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLES, AND FOR
POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES SERIAL NUMBERS 9711-
564736 AND LATER, IS ON PAGE 20.

REMOVING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY

DS PowerDrive System 48 and DS PowerDrive Plus Vehicles Prior to Serial Number
9711-564736)
1. Make sure the key switch is off and that the Forward and Reverse Switch is in neutral, then disconnect
the batteries as shown (Figure 22-6, Page 22-5 in the Maintenance & Service Manual). See CAU-
TION below.

CAUTION
• DISCHARGE CONTROLLER ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLES PER INSTRUCTIONS IN
WARNING ON PAGE 15.

2. Place chocks under the rear wheels and lift the front end of the vehicle with a chain hoist or floor jack.
Place jackstands under the front cross tube of the vehicle frame and lower the vehicle onto the jack-
stands. See WARNING below.

WARNING
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

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 3. Remove the two hex head screws (20) attaching the potentiometer housing cover (Figure 6-15, Page
23) to the potentiometer and remove the cover. 1-9
4. Remove the bolt (9), washer (8) (See NOTE below), and lock nut (11) from the spring retainer (12) with
the pivot support bearing (10) (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
E

NOTE G
• ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES, SERIAL NUMBER 9704-
667832 AND LATER, ITEMS 8 AND 16 (FIGURE 6-19) ARE NO LONGER USED.

5. Remove the hex head cap screw (4), two flat washers (5), and lock nut (7) from the accelerator pedal
and pivot rod assembly (6) (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
6. Remove the bolt (9), flat washer (8) (See NOTE above), and captured lock nut (11) from the actuator
lever (17) and pivot rod assembly (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
7. Remove the brake ratchet retaining nut (24) from the pivot rod assembly (6) (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
8. Disconnect the spring retainer (12) from the accelerator pivot rod assembly (6) (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
9. Remove the crescent retaining ring (16) (See NOTE above) from the accelerator pivot rod (Figure 6-
19, Page 24).
10. Depress the brake pedal slightly and then slide the park brake ratchet (25) toward the end of the accel-
erator pivot rod (Figure 6-19, Page 24). Rotate the ratchet towards the rear of the vehicle and remove
it from the pivot rod.
11. Hold the actuator lever (17) and accelerator pedal (1) in place and remove the accelerator pivot rod and
plastic washer (18) (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
12. Pull the accelerator pedal (1) (Figure 6-19, Page 24) out of the vehicle from the top side of the floor-
board.
13. Remove the four hex head cap screws (23), flat washers (27), and lock nuts (11) attaching the acceler-
ator pivot rod support (22) and potentiometer assembly (21) to the vehicle frame (Figure 6-19, Page
24), and remove the pivot rod support and the potentiometer assembly.

INSTALLING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY

DS PowerDrive System 48 Vehicles and DS PowerDrive Plus Vehicles (Serial Num-
bers Prior to 9711-564736)
1. Position the accelerator pivot rod support (22) and the potentiometer assembly (21) on the vehicle
frame and install the four hex head cap screws (23), flat washers (27), and lock nuts (11). Tighten the
nuts with fingers only at this time (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
2. Insert the lower end of the accelerator pedal (1) through the floorboard and install the accelerator pivot
rod (6) through the uppermost hole in the pedal. Install the bolt (4), two washers (5), and nut (7)
through the lower hole in the pedal and through the pivot rod. Tighten the nut with fingers only at this
time. Install the actuator lever (17) (Figure 6-19, Page 24) on the pivot rod and position the pedal and
actuator lever on the rod so that about one-half of the total length of the pivot rod is protruding out of
the actuator lever.
3. Place the plastic washer (18) on the end of the accelerator pivot rod and align the pivot rod and washer
with the hole in the potentiometer housing (21), then insert the pivot rod through the potentiometer,
vehicle frame, and pivot rod support until the end of the pivot rod is flush with the outside surface of the
pivot rod support (22) (Figure 6-19, Page 24).

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1-9 4. Rotate the potentiometer lever (27) clockwise until lever fork is at the two o’clock position (Figure 6-25).
The lever must be at approximately two o’clock in order for it to mate with the alignment pin on the actu-
E ator lever.
5. Rotate the actuator lever until its alignment pin is aligned with the slot in the potentiometer lever fork
G (Figure 6-25), then slide the actuator lever toward the potentiometer housing. See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• DO NOT BEND THE LIMIT SWITCH LEVER. THE CAM ON THE ACTUATOR LEVER SHOULD BE
AT THE TWELVE O’CLOCK POSITION WHEN THE ACTUATOR LEVER IS IN POSITION TO
MATE WITH THE POTENTIOMETER LEVER, ALLOWING THE ACTUATOR LEVER TO SLIDE
PAST THE LIMIT SWITCH LEVER. IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO HOLD THE LIMIT SWITCH LEVER
BACK WITH A FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER (FIGURE 6-25).

6. Push the accelerator pivot rod (6) through the potentiometer housing until the groove in the pivot rod is
even with the end of the actuator lever (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
7. Install the spring retainer (12) on the pivot rod (Figure 6-19, Page 24).

POTENTIOMETER ASSEMBLY
(CUT-A-WAY VIEW THROUGH COVER) DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL

ACTUATOR POTENTIOMETER
LEVER (17) HOUSING ASSEMBLY (21) RATCHET POINTED
TOWARDS REAR OF
VEHICLE

ROTATE RATCHET
CLOCKWISE

POTENTIOMETER FLAT BLADE

LEVER (27) SCREWDRIVER

FIGURE 6-25 FIGURE 6-26

8. Slide the pivot rod toward the passenger side of the vehicle until approximately one-half of the length of
the pivot rod splines is exposed (Figure 6-19, Page 24).
9. Depress the brake pedal slightly, and with the park brake ratchet oriented so that the tip of the ratchet is
pointed toward the rear of vehicle, slide the ratchet onto the pivot rod (do not slide the ratchet onto the
pivot rod splines). Release the brake pedal and allow the ratchet to rotate until its tip is pointed down-
ward (Figure 6-26). The ratchet should now rotate freely on the rod.
10. Rotate the ratchet clockwise until it touches the park brake pawl, then slide the ratchet onto the splines
of the pivot rod (it may be necessary to push the pivot rod toward the driver side of the vehicle to make
the splines accessible). The ratchet may have to be rotated counterclockwise slightly to align the
splines.
11. Tighten the four bolts that secure the potentiometer assembly and pivot rod support to the vehicle
frame to 70-80 in.lbs. (8/9 N-m).
12. Use a feeler gauge to check the gap between the ratchet and the pawl. The gap should be .060” plus or
minus .030”. Turn the nut (7) on the spring retainer (12) clockwise to widen the gap or counterclockwise
to reduce the gap (Figure 6-19, Page 24). If the gap is .125” or more, slide the ratchet off the splines,
rotate the ratchet clockwise one spline, and then slide the ratchet back onto the splines before adjust-
ing with the spring retainer nut.

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13. Install the nut (24) (Figure 6-19, Page 24) on the accelerator pivot rod and tighten it to 16-20 ft.lbs. (22/
27 N-m). See NOTE below. 1-9

NOTE E
• MAKE SURE THE ACTUATOR LEVER AND THE POTENTIOMETER LEVER ARE STILL MATED
BEFORE TIGHTENING THE ACCELERATOR PIVOT ROD RETAINING NUT.
G

14. Using needle-nose pliers, install the crescent retaining ring (16) (See NOTE below) on the pivot shaft
(Figure 6-19, Page 24).

NOTE
• ON POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES, SERIAL NUMBER 9704-
667832 AND LATER, ITEMS 8 AND 16 (FIGURE 6-19) ARE NO LONGER USED.

15. Install the hex head cap screw (9), flat washer (8) (See NOTE above), and lock nut (11) that secure the
spring retainer (12) to the pivot rod (Figure 6-19, Page 24), and tighten to 45-55 in.lbs. (5/6.2 N-m).

CAUTION
• MAKE SURE THAT THE HARDWARE IS INSTALLED WITH THE FLAT WASHER POSITIONED ON
THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE SPRING RETAINER.

16. Install the hex head cap screw (4), two flat washers (5), and lock nut (7) that attach the accelerator
pedal to the pivot rod (Figure 6-19, Page 24), and tighten with fingers only at this time.
17. Adjust the accelerator pedal height. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• THE PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HEIGHT IS ON PAGE 17.

18. Adjust the actuator lever. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• THE PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTING THE ACTUATOR LEVER IS ON PAGE 21.

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E See Section 7 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

G
SECTION 8 - STEERING AND FRONT
SUSPENSION
See Section 8 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 9 - WHEELS AND TIRES

See Section 10 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.
Because of incorporation of the unitized transaxle in 1997 DS gasoline vehicles, Section 10 in the 1995-1996
DS Maintenance and Service Manual becomes Section 9 in this supplement.

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SECTION 10 - UNITIZED TRANSAXLE 10
This section supersedes Sections 9 and 17 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual. G
GENERAL INFORMATION
All 1997 model gasoline powered DS Golf Cars are equipped with heavy-duty, fully-synchronized Unitized
Transaxles. The unitized transaxle replaces the transmission / transaxle combination that was used previ-
ously, and performs the functions of both; utilizing fully synchronized internal gearing to change vehicle direc-
tion. Because the unitized transaxle is used to reverse vehicle direction, the engine, drive clutch, belt, and
driven clutch rotate in one direction, and therefore engine and clutches are not subjected to reversing loads.
This reduces maintenance requirements on the engine and clutches. With the unitized transaxle, power is
transfered from the engine through the drive clutch, the drive belt, the driven clutch, and then through the
unitized transaxle to the wheels.
A shifter lever, connected to a shifter arm on the unitized transaxle, is used to change the gears to one of
three shift positions: forward (F), neutral (N), or reverse (R) (Figure 10-1, Page 36). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION, A NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT FEATURE PREVENTS THE
ENGINE FROM RUNNING WHEN THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IS IN THE NEUTRAL
POSITION (SEE NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT CIRCUIT, SECTION 12, PAGE 12-6 IN THE MAINTE-
NANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL).
• A SPECIAL NEUTRAL LOCKOUT CAM IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
TO RUN THE ENGINE IN NEUTRAL FOR CERTAIN TESTS AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
WHEN THE NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT CAM IS IN THE SERVICE POSITION, THE VEHICLE WILL
RUN WHEN THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IS IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION, BUT WILL
NOT RUN WHEN THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IS IN THE FORWARD OR REVERSE
POSITION (SEE NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT CIRCUIT, SECTION 12, PAGE 12-6 IN THE MAINTE-
NANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL).

The unitized transaxle is extremely durable and should require very little service under normal operating con-
ditions. The vehicle should always be stopped before changing vehicle direction. The only service required
on the unitized transaxle is to maintain proper lubricant level (See Gasoline Vehicle Lubrication, Page 7 in
this supplement). Under normal operating conditions, weekly adjustment to the system should not be
required.
The governor system is a flyweight type, and measures ground speed of the vehicle. It is mounted inside the
unitized transaxle and is driven by transmission gears. Because the governor is mounted inside the trans-
axle, it is protected from abuse and damage that is common to externally mounted governor systems. If any
of the governor linkage is removed in order to service other components, readjustment of the governor link-
age is required (See Governor Cable Installation and Adjustment, Page 140 in this supplement).

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED
IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY PRIOR TO SERVICING.

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10
WARNING
G • TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE; ALWAYS, BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY PRIOR TO SERVICING.
• DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING. REMOVE JEWELRY SUCH AS RINGS, WATCHES, CHAINS,
ETC. BEFORE SERVICING VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, OR OTHER METAL
COMPONENT.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.

TOP VIEW LUBRICANT

SHOULD BE LEVEL ClubCar
WITH BOTTOM OF
LEVEL INDICATOR
HOLE

SHIFTER
ARM

F N R SHIFTER DRAIN
LEVER PLUG

FIGURE 10-1 FIGURE 10-2

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR THIS SECTION

Hydraulic Floorjack (or Chain Hoist) 1/4” Diameter Drift or Metal Rod 1/2” Open End Wrench
Jackstands (2) Small Ball Peen Hammer 9/16” Open End Wrench
Hydraulic Press Wooden or Rubber Mallet 11/16” Open End Wrench
Bench Vise Ratchet Wrench, 3/8 Drive 10 mm Open End Wrench
Standard Slip Joint Pliers Torque Wrench, 3/8 Drive 14 mm Open End Wrenches (2)
Small External Snap Ring Pliers 3/8” Socket, 3/8 Drive 17 mm Open End Wrench
90° Internal Snap Ring Pliers 7/16” Socket, 3/8 Drive Small Flat Blade Screwdriver
Feeler Gauge 1/2” Socket, 3/8 Drive Medium Flat Blade Screwdrivers (2)
Seal Puller (Club Car Part No. 1012809) 9/16” Socket, 3/8 Drive Small Phillips Head Screwdriver
16” Rolling Wedge Bar 5/8” Socket, 3/8 Drive 1/4” Nut Driver

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Small Punch or Scratch Awl 12 mm Socket, 3/8 Drive 5/16” Nut Driver
10
12” to 18” Straight Edge 7/16” Open End Wrench Small Knife or Wire Snippers
Bearing Puller Wedge Attachment (Club Car Axle Seal Tool (Club Car Part No. Governor Gear Shaft Installation Tool G
Part No. 1012812) 1014162) (Club Car Part No. 1019331-01)

UNITIZED TRANSAXLE LUBRICATION

There are two plugs located on the right (driven clutch) side of the unitized transaxle (Figure 10-2). When the
vehicle is on a level surface, the upper plug is used as a lubricant level indicator. The lubricant level should be
even with the bottom of this upper plug hole. The lower plug is used for draining lubricant from the transaxle.
When draining lubricant, the upper plug should be removed also to allow the lubricant to drain faster. Be
sure the drain plug is cleaned and reinstalled before filling the transaxle with new lubricant. Tighten the plug
to 18-25 ft.lbs. (24/34 N-m). Use a funnel when filling the transaxle through the lubricant level indicator hole.
Fill with 27 oz. (.8 liter) 80-90 WT. API Class GL or 80-90 WT. AGMA Class 5 EP gear lubricant.

FIGURE 10-3 FIGURE 10-4

AXLE SHAFT
Removal of the unitized transaxle is not required for servicing or replacing of the axle shafts, axle bearings,
and axle shaft oil seals. If the unitized transaxle is to be removed from the vehicle, then do not remove the
wheels, axle shafts, or axle tubes first. Instructions for removing the unitized transaxle from the vehicle begin
on page 41. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• DO NOT REMOVE THE WHEELS, AXLE SHAFTS, OR AXLE TUBES IF THE UNITIZED TRAN-
SAXLE IS TO BE REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. SEE PAGE 41 FOR TRANSAXLE REMOVAL
PROCEDURES.

REMOVING THE AXLE SHAFT

1. Place chocks at the front wheels and lift the rear of the vehicle with a floorjack. Then place jackstands
under the axle tubes to support the vehicle. See WARNING on page 36.
2. Remove the rear wheel and brake drum.
3. Using 90° internal snap ring pliers, remove the internal retaining ring from the axle tube (Figure 10-3).
4. Carefully pull the axle shaft straight out of the axle tube.

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G
INSERT WEDGE BAR UNDER
SEAL, THEN PRY SEAL OUT
OF ITS AXLE TUBE SEAT

FIGURE 10-5

5. Use a 16 inch (40 cm) rolling wedge bar (Figure10-4) to remove the oil seal. Insert the wedge bar
under the seal and pry it out (Figure 10-5).

CAUTION
• DO NOT SCAR OR DAMAGE THE INSIDE SURFACES OF THE TUBE WHEN REMOVING THE
OIL SEAL. A DAMAGED TUBE MIGHT HAVE TO BE REPLACED.

6. Inspect the axle shaft assembly to be sure that the bearing (71) and collar (73) (Figure 10-6) have not
slipped and are still seated against the shoulder on the axle shaft.
7. Inspect the bearing. If the bearing is damaged or worn, replace it.

AXLE BEARING
Removing the Axle Bearing
1. Remove the retaining ring (74), then place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No.
1012812) on the axle shaft between the wheel mounting flange and the bearing.

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE AXLE SHAFT.
IT COULD DAMAGE THE AXLE SHAFT WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING AND COLLAR OFF.

2. Press the bearing (71) and collar (73) (Figure 10-6) off together (See Figure 10-7, Page 40).

NOTE
• IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO HEAT THE COLLAR TO REMOVE IT.

Installing the Axle Bearing

1. If it was removed, install the retaining ring (70) on the axle shaft (67 or 68) (Figure 10-6).
2. Apply two drops of Loctite® 271 to the inside of the collar. See CAUTION at top of page 39.

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• APPLY LOCTITE 271 TO THE INSIDE OF THE COLLAR ONLY, NOT TO THE SHAFT - SO THAT
THE LOCTITE WILL BE PUSHED AWAY FROM THE BEARING AS THE COLLAR AND BEARING G
ARE PRESSED ON. IF LOCTITE GETS ON OR IN THE BEARING, THE BEARING MUST BE
REPLACED.
• THE COLLAR SHOULD BE REMOVED NO MORE THAN TWO TIMES. IF A BEARING IS
REMOVED A THIRD TIME, THE SHAFT AND COLLAR WILL NOT FIT PROPERLY.

74
73
72 75
71
70
67

69

78
REFERENCE
PASSENGER SIDE
77 CASE

80

88

85

89 91

79
90 81
82
89

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83 76
79
78

REFERENCE
DRIVER SIDE
CASE

68

70
71
72
73
74
69

FIGURE 10-6

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10 3. Place a new (sealed) bearing (71) and collar (73) on the shaft (67 or 68) (Figure 10-6, Page 39).

G CAUTION
• IF THE BEARING WAS REMOVED FROM THE SHAFT, REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE.
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE AXLE SHAFT
IN STEP 4. THIS COULD DAMAGE THE AXLE SHAFT WHEN THE BEARING AND COLLAR ARE
PRESSED ON.

4. Place the bearing puller wedge attachment against the collar and press both the bearing and collar on,
then install the retaining ring (74).

INSTALLING THE AXLE SHAFT

1. Clean the bearing and seal seats in the axle tube (75 or 76) (Figure 10-6, Page 39).
2. Place a new seal (72) (Figure 10-6) in the axle tube with seal lip facing away from the bearing. Use an
axle seal tool (Club Car Part No. 1014162) to press it in until it seats firmly in position (Figure 10-8).

NOTE
• THE NEW SEAL CAN BE INSTALLED BY TAPPING THE AXLE SEAL TOOL WITH A MALLET.

3. Clean the shaft splines and then insert the shaft, splined end first, through the seal and into the axle
tube. Be careful not to damage the seal. Then advance the shaft through the inner bearing and rotate
it to align the shaft splines with the splined bore of the differential side gear. Continue advancing the
shaft until the bearing seats against the axle tube shoulder.
4. Using snap ring pliers, install the retaining ring (70) (Figure 10-6) in the axle tube (See Figure 10-9).
5. Place a 1/4” to 3/8” (6 to 10 mm) diameter rod against the retaining ring and tap lightly at four to five
locations to insure that it is properly seated.

WARNING
• BE SURE THAT THE RETAINING RING IS PROPERLY SEATED IN ITS GROOVE. IF THE RING IS
NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, THE AXLE ASSEMBLY WILL SEPARATE FROM THE TRANSAXLE
AND DAMAGE THE AXLE ASSEMBLY AND OTHER COMPONENTS. LOSS OF VEHICLE CON-
TROL COULD RESULT, CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.

BEARING
PULLER
WEDGE
ATTACHMENT PRESS RAM AXLE SEAL
TOOL

AXLE SEAL

FIGURE 10-7 FIGURE 10-8

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LOOSEN TUBE RETAINER,

THEN PULL FUEL OVERFLOW TUBE
FROM CARBURETOR

FIGURE 10-9 FIGURE 10-10

REMOVING THE UNITIZED TRANSAXLE

WARNING
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK WITH
1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD
VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT
CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

1. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (-) first. See WARNING above.
2. Detach all wires, hoses, etc. connecting the powertrain to the vehicle.
2.1. Use pliers to expand the hose clamp, and then disconnect the carburetor overflow tube from the
carburetor (Figure 10-10).
2.2. Using a 5/16” nut driver, disconnect the air intake hose from the carburetor (Figure 10-11)
2.3. Use pliers to expand hose clamp, then disconnect impulse line from fuel pump (Figure 10-12).

SQUEEZE IMPULSE
LINE RETAINER CLIP
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REMOVE AIR INTAKE

HOSE CLAMP USING
A 5/16" NUT DRIVER
OR FLAT BLADE IMPULSE LINE
SCREWDRIVER

FIGURE 10-11 FIGURE 10-12

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TOP VIEW

REMOVE FUEL LINE LOOSEN RETAINING NUTS

USING A 1/4" NUT DRIVE TO REMOVE THROTTLE
OR FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER CABLE FROM ELECTRIC BOX

FIGURE 10-13 FIGURE 10-14

2.4. Use a 1/4” nut driver to loosen the hose clamp and then disconnect the fuel line from the carbure-
tor (Figure 10-13). To prevent spilling of fuel, the disconnected end of the line can be pushed onto
the impulse nipple of the fuel pump.
2.5. Use a 5/16” nut driver to remove the cover from the electrical component box. Then, using a 10
mm wrench, loosen the hardware securing the accelerator cable to the box. Disconnect the cable
from the actuator cam and remove it from the box (Figure 10-14).
2.6. Using a 10 mm wrench, detach the ground cable from the oil filler tube mounting bracket on the
engine cylinder head (Figure 10-15).
2.7. Use an 17 mm wrench to loosen the nuts securing the shifter cable to the shifter cable mounting
bracket. Then disconnect the shifter cable rod end from the shifter arm on the unitized transaxle
and remove the cable from the cable mounting bracket (Figure 10-16).
2.8. Mark for proper reconnection and then disconnect the 6 gauge white wire (F2 post), 6 gauge
black ground wire (A2 post), and 16 gauge yellow DF wire from starter/generator (Figure 10-17).
2.9. Disconnect the engine oil level sending unit wire (18 gauge yellow) from the sending unit located
on the engine, beneath the starter/generator (Figure 10-18).
2.10. Disconnect the engine kill switch wire (18 gauge white/black stripe) from the bullet connector at
the lower right front of the engine (Figure 10-19).
2.11. Cut away the wire ties securing the kill switch wire at the lower right front of the engine (below the
exhaust header), the wire harness at the governor cable bracket, and the wire harness to the
motor mount beneath the muffler.

TOP VIEW
USE A 10 MM WRENCH TO
REMOVE ENGINE GROUND
RETAINING NUT
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BACK TO REMOVE SHIFTER
LOOSEN NUTS CABLE FROM LEVER

FIGURE 10-15 FIGURE 10-16

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WIRE AT A2 TERMINAL
REMOVE
WHITE
PULL OIL SENDING UNIT
WIRE FROM ENGINE
G
WIRE
F2

F2

DF

MARK WIRES FOR PROPER RECONNECTION

FIGURE 10-17 FIGURE 10-18

UNPLUG
IGNITION
KILL WIRE

WHITE/BLACK
WIRE 3 1
BLACK
WIRE

FIGURE 10-19 FIGURE 10-20

3. Disconnect the brake cables.

3.1. Remove the cotter pins (1), brake cable clevis pins (2), and cable retaining (“E”) clips (3) (Figure
10-20).
3.2. Remove the cable from the cable support bracket (Figure 10-20).
4. Remove only the lower shock mounting hardware from both rear shocks (Figure 10-21, Page 44).
5. Position a floorjack under the trailer hitch bracket in the frame as shown (Figure 10-22, Page 44). See
WARNING below.

WARNING
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF THE VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK WITH
1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD
VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT
CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

6. Raise the vehicle just enough to relieve tension from the leaf springs, then remove the bolts securing
the leaf springs to the shackles (Figure 10-23, Page 44).
7. Remove the bolts securing the leaf springs to their front mounts (Figure 10-24, Page 44).

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POSITION FLOORJACK
G UNDER BUMPER
SUPPORT

DISCONNECT SHOCK
ABSORBERS FROM
LOWER MOUNTS

FIGURE 10-21 FIGURE 10-22

8. Continue raising the vehicle until the rear bumper is higher than the top of the unitized transmission
(high enough to allow the transaxle and engine to be rolled under it and out of the vehicle) (Figure 10-
25).
9. Position jackstands, adjusted to support the vehicle at this height, under the frame cross-member
between the leaf-spring mounts and side stringers, just forward of each rear wheel. Lower the floorjack
to allow the jackstands to support the vehicle (Figure 10-26).
10. Pull the floorjack from beneath the vehicle and move it away.
11. Lift the snubber out of the snubber bracket in the vehicle frame and lower it to the floor (Figure 10-27).
Now the powertrain should be completely disconnected from the vehicle and resting on the floor.
12. Grasp the ends of the leaf-springs at the rear of the vehicle and roll the powertrain out from under the
vehicle (Figure 10-28).
13. Place blocks under the engine mounting plate so that they will completely support the engine and keep
it level to the floor (Figure 10-29, Page 46). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• PLACE THE BLOCKS SO THAT THEY WILL SUPPORT THE ENGINE WHEN THE UNITIZED
TRANSAXLE IS DETACHED AND MOVED AWAY FROM IT IN THE FOLLOWING STEPS.

REMOVE BOLTS, THEN

ROTATE SHACKLES
UP AND AWAY
FROM SPRING

USE A 9/16" SOCKET

TO REMOVE SPRING
RETAINER BOLTS

FIGURE 10-23 FIGURE 10-24

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Ca
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WITH JACKSTANDS
IN PLACE, REMOVE
JACKSTAND FLOORJACK

FIGURE 10-25 FIGURE 10-26

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SNUBBER
BRACKET

LOWER SNUBBER
TO THE GROUND

VEHICLE BODY AND FRAME

REMAIN STATIONARY ON LIFT SNUBBER
JACKSTANDS WHILE OUT OF BRACKET ROLL ENTIRE
DRIVETRAIN IS ROLLED
DRIVETRAIN
OUT OF THE
OUT FROM UNDER
VEHICLE.
VEHICLE BODY

FIGURE 10-27 FIGURE 10-28

14. Remove the drive belt.

14.1. Grasp the belt midway between the drive clutch and driven clutch and pull up forcefully on the belt
to force the driven clutch sheeves apart. Then roll the belt counterclockwise while pulling it off of
the driven clutch (Figure 10-30, Page 46).
15. Use a 1/2” wrench to remove the driven clutch retaining bolt and then remove the driven clutch from the
unitized transaxle (Figure 10-31, Page 46).

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 Removing the Transaxle, Continued:
10
USING WOODEN BLOCKS,
G PROP ENGINE PAN UP SO
GRASP BELT MIDWAY
BETWEEN DRIVE AND
THAT IT IS LEVEL WITH FLOOR
DRIVEN CLUTCHES,
THEN ROLL BELT OFF
DRIVEN CLUTCH

ENGINE
PAN

DRIVEN
CLUTCH
APROX. 6"
DRIVE CLUTCH

FIGURE 10-29 FIGURE 10-30

16. Use a 7/16” wrench to loosen the governor arm retaining bolt, then remove the governor arm from the
shaft (Figure 10-32). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• THE GOVERNOR CABLE AND THE ACCELERATOR CABLE REMAIN ATTACHED TO THE GOV-
ERNOR ARM.

17. Use a 3/8” socket to remove the screws securing the governor cable bracket to the transaxle (Figure
10-33).
18. Use a 3/8” socket to remove the screws securing the accelerator cable bracket to the transaxle (Figure
10-34).
19. Remove the six bolts mounting the unitized transaxle to the engine.
19.1. Use two 14 mm wrenches to remove the two top transaxle mounting bolts (one at each upper cor-
ner of the transaxle mounting plate) as shown (Figure 10-35).
19.2. Remove the two bottom transaxle mounting bolts in the same way the top ones were removed
(Figure 10-35).
19.3. Use one 14 mm wrench to remove the two middle transaxle mounting nuts as shown (Figure 10-
35).
20. Remove the leaf springs, wheels, and brake assemblies from the transaxle.

USE A 7/16" WRENCH TO LOOSEN NUT. THEN, WITH

REMOVE 5/16" BOLT GOVERNOR AND ACCELERATOR CABLES STILL ATTACHED,
REMOVE THE GOVERNOR ARM FROM THE SHAFT
AND MOUNTING
WASHER LEAVE CABLE
CONNECTED

LEAVE CABLE
CONNECTED

FIGURE 10-31 FIGURE 10-32

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 USE A 3/8" SOCKET OR 10
WRENCH TO REMOVE
TWO SCREWS HOLDING
ACCELERATOR G
CABLE RETAINING
BRACKET

BRACKET

USE A 3/8" WRENCH OR

SOCKET TO REMOVE TWO
SCREWS HOLDING GOVER-
NOR CABLE BRACKET

FIGURE 10-33 FIGURE 10-34

TRANSAXLE MOUNTING
BOLT AND NUT
(TYPICAL 4 PLACES)

Clu
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Clu
bCa
r

WOODEN
BLOCKS
TRANSAXLE MOUNTING NUT
(TYPICAL 2 PLACES)

FIGURE 10-35

UNITIZED TRANSAXLE DISASSEMBLY

1. Remove the drain plug and gasket. Drain and dispose of the oil properly (Figure 10-2, Page 36).
2. Using 90° internal snap ring pliers, remove the internal retaining rings (74) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) from
the axle tubes (See Figure 10-3, Page 37).
3. Pull the axles (67 and 68) out of the axle tubes (Figure 10-6, Page 39).
4. Using a 17mm wrench or socket, remove seven bolts (77) (with lock washers) mounting each axle tube
to the transaxle casing (Figure 10-6, Page 39). Then remove the axle tubes from the transaxle casing.

NOTE
• IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO TAP THE AXLE TUBE WITH A RUBBER MALLET TO BREAK IT
FREE FROM THE TRANSAXLE CASING.

5. Using a 12 mm wrench or socket, remove the fifteen bolts (27) that hold the transaxle housing together
(Figure 10-36, Page 48).
6. Pull the housing apart, making sure that all gear assemblies inside the transaxle stay together in one
(either) side of the casing. See CAUTION below and NOTE at top of page 48.

CAUTION
• TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE MATING SEAL SURFACES OF THE CASING, USE CARE WHEN
SEPARATING THE HALVES.

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 Unitized Transaxle Disassembly, Continued:
10
NOTE
G • TO SEPARATE THE SECTIONS, IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO TAP LIGHTLY WITH A RUBBER
MALLET ON THE SPLINE OF THE INPUT PINION.

3
5
4 7
17
18
6
8 19

9 10

11 16 27

12
13
21
15
20
31

29
22 30
28
14

23

1 24
Clu
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25

26

32

FIGURE 10-36

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 7. Turn the case section containing the gearing on edge as shown (Figure 10-37). While holding it in this
position, gently rock all of the gear assemblies to loosen them slightly in their seating. 10
CAUTION G
• TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE GEARS, USE EXTREME CARE WHEN HANDLING THEM.

HOLD CASING UPRIGHT AND GENTLY

ROCK EACH GEAR ASSEMBLY UNTIL
ALL ARE SLIGHTLY LOOSENED IN
THEIR SEATINGS

DIFFERENTIAL
GEAR CASE
ASSEMBLY

WHILE GENTLY ROCKING DIFFERENTIAL

GEAR CASE, PULL IT FROM ITS SEATING

FIGURE 10-37 FIGURE 10-38

8. When all of the gear assemblies are slightly loosened, remove the differential gear case assembly by
gently rocking it while pulling it from the casing (Figure 10-38).
9. Continue to rock and loosen the remaining gear assemblies until the intermediate gear assembly can
be removed from the casing (Figure 10-39, Page 50). Then remove the idler shaft assembly.
10. Remove the synchronizer gear assembly and shift fork assembly as a unit from the casing (Figure 10-
39, Page 50).
11. Use a seal puller (Club Car Part No. 1012809) or rolling wedge bar to remove the input shaft oil seal
from the casing (Figure 10-40, Page 50).
12. Remove the oil flow guide (Figure 10-41, Page 50) from the casing.
13. Remove the shifter shaft (Figure 10-41, Page 50) from the casing.
13.1. Use snap ring pliers to remove the shaft retaining ring (11) on the outside of the casing as shown
(Figure 10-36).
13.2. Remove the flat washer (12) from the shaft on the outside of the casing as shown (Figure 10-36),
then remove the shifter shaft by pushing it through the casing wall toward the interior of the tran-
saxle.
13.3. Use a seal puller to remove the shifter shaft oil seal (13) from the casing (Figure 10-36).
14. Use a 14 mm open end wrench to remove the breather (31) from the casing (Figure 10-36).
15. Remove the governor assembly from the casing.
15.1. Remove the cotter pin (20) and flat washer (21) from the pivot arm (Figure 10-36).

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 Unitized Transaxle Disassembly, Continued:
10 15.2. Remove the pivot arm by pulling it through the wall to the interior of the casing.

G 15.3. Use a small chisel or similar pointed instrument to pry the pivot arm oil seal (22) (Figure 10-36,
Page 48) out of the casing (See Figure 10-42).
15.4. Remove the governor gear assembly (63 and 64) and flat washer (62) (Figure 10-43, Page 53)
by lightly tapping the gear shaft through the casing wall, from the outside, with a hammer and drift
(See Figure 10-44, Page 54).

REMOVE SYNCHRONIZER GEAR ASSEMBLY

AND SHIFTER FORK TOGETHER AS A UNIT
PRY INPUT SHAFT
OIL SEAL FROM
CASTING

INTERMEDIATE
GEAR ASSEMBLY

IDLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 10-39 FIGURE 10-40

SHIFTER SHAFT

SLOT
TAB

USE A SMALL CHISEL

OR SIMILAR TOOL TO
PRY OUT THE PIVOT
ARM OIL SEAL

OIL FLOW GUIDE

FIGURE 10-41 FIGURE 10-42

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COMPONENT DISASSEMBLY
10
DISASSEMBLE THE GOVERNOR GEAR
G
NOTE
• IT IS NECESSARY TO DISASSEMBLE THE GOVERNOR GEAR ASSEMBLY IN ORDER TO REIN-
STALL IT INTO THE TRANSAXLE CASING.

1. Secure the governor gear assembly in a vise as shown (Figure 10-45, Page 54).
2. Use two small screwdrivers to pry the gear and fly-weight off of the shaft as shown (Figure 10-45).

DISASSEMBLE THE DIFFERENTIAL GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY

CAUTION
• MARK PARTS FOR IDENTIFICATION AS THEY ARE DISASSEMBLED. PARTS MUST BE REAS-
SEMBLED IN THEIR ORIGINAL LOCATIONS AND ORIENTATIONS.

1. Use a 12mm wrench or socket to remove eight ring gear retaining bolts (80) (Figure 10-6, Page 39),
then remove the ring gear from the assembly. It may be necessary to tap the ring gear off with a
wooden or rubber mallet (Figure 10-46, Page 54). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• BECAUSE LOCTITE® WAS APPLIED TO THE BOLTS WHEN THE DIFFERENTIAL GEAR CASE
WAS ASSEMBLED, IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO PLACE THE ASSEMBLY IN A VISE WHEN
REMOVING THE BOLTS.

2. Pull the cover (87) and thrust plate (86) from the differential gear carrier case (Figure 10-6, Page 39).
3. Remove the differential gear (90) from the differential gear carrier case (Figure 10-6, Page 39).
4. Remove the differential pin (88) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) by pushing it through from one side (See Fig-
ure 10-47, Page 55). Remove the two differential idler gears (89) and two idler gear thrust plates (85)
(Figure 10-6, Page 39) as the pin is driven through.

NOTE
• IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO DRIVE THE DIFFERENTIAL PIN OUT WITH HAMMER AND PUNCH.

5. Remove the differential gear (91) from the carrier case (Figure 10-6, Page 39).
6. If the bearings (79) are to be removed, place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No.
1012812) between the bearing and carrier casing (84) and press the bearing off as shown (Figure 10-
48, Page 55). Repeat the process for the carrier cover (87) (Figure 10-6, Page 39).

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE SHAFT. THE
SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

DISASSEMBLE THE SHIFTER FORK ASSEMBLY

1. Push the shift rod (33) out of the shift fork (34) (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
2. Shake the shift fork to remove the spring (35) and ball (36) (Figure 10-43).

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 DISASSEMBLE THE SYNCHRONIZER GEAR ASSEMBLY
10
CAUTION
G • MARK PARTS FOR IDENTIFICATION AS THEY ARE DISASSEMBLED. PARTS MUST BE REAS-
SEMBLED IN THEIR ORIGINAL LOCATIONS AND ORIENTATIONS.

1. Place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No. 1012812) between the bearing (38) and
spur (governor drive) gear (40) (Figure 10-43, Page 53), then press the bearing off the input shaft as
shown (Figure 10-49, Page 9-55). See CAUTION above.

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE SHAFT. THE
SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

2. Pull the spring (Belleville) washer (39), spur gear (40), dowel pin (50), thrust plate (41), input gear
assembly (42), large needle bearing (43), small needle bearing (44), synchronizer ring (45), and thrust
plate (41) from the input shaft (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
3. Place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No. 1012812) between the bearing (54) and
input gear assembly (52) (Figure 10-43), then press the bearing off the input shaft as shown (Figure
10-50, Page 55).

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE SHAFT. THE
SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

4. Pull the spring (Belleville) washer (39), thrust washer (53), input gear assembly (52), two needle bear-
ings 43 and 44), thrust plate (41), and synchronizer ring (45) from the input shaft (Figure 10-43).
5. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove two synchronizer springs (snap rings) (46) (Figure 10-
43), and then slide the synchronizer clutch hub (49) (Figure 10-43) from the input shaft (51).

NOTE
• THERE ARE THREE SYNCHRONIZER INSERTS (48) SET INTO SLOTS IN THE SYNCHRONIZER
SLEEVE (47) (Figure 10-43). THESE MAY FALL FREE WHEN THE SYNCHRONIZER CLUTCH
HUB (49) IS REMOVED. TAKE CARE TO NOT LOSE THESE INSERTS.

6. Remove the three synchronizer inserts (48) (Figure 10-43) from the synchronizer sleeve.
7. Press the synchronizer sleeve (47) from the input shaft (Figure 10-43).

DISASSEMBLE THE INTERMEDIATE GEAR ASSEMBLY

1. Place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No. 1012812) between the bearing (38) and
shaft/gear (56) (Figure 10-43), then press bearing off the shaft as shown (Figure 10-51, Page 56).

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE SHAFT. THE
SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

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 36
10
35
34 G
33

48
47

49
46
41
45 46
44
43 55
42 48 54
41 39
40 53
39
52
38
37 43
41
45
51
50

59
58
57

56
38

61
60
66
65
REFERENCE
66
DRIVER SIDE
CASE

64 REFERENCE
63 PASSENGER SIDE
CASE
62

Clu
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FIGURE 10-43
2. Place the bearing puller wedge attachment under the bearing (59) and press the bearing from the shaft
(Figure 10-43). See CAUTION at bottom of page 52.
3. Press the gear (58) from the shaft (56), then remove the key (57) (Figure 10-43).

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 Component Disassembly, Continued:
10
PRY GOVERNOR GEAR ASSY. FROM ITS
G SHAFT USING TWO SMALL SCREWDRIVERS

Cl
ub
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r
Clu
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USING A HAMMER AND

A DRIFT, LIGHTLY TAP
GOVERNOR GEAR AND
WASHER FROM CASTING

FIGURE 10-44 FIGURE 10-45

USING A 12MM WRENCH THEN TURN DIFFERENTIAL

OR SOCKET, REMOVE GEAR ASSEMBLY OVER AND
EIGHT RING GEAR TAP AROUND RING GEAR WITH
RETAINING BOLTS ... A RUBBER OR WOODEN MALLET
TO LOOSEN AND REMOVE THE
RING GEAR

FIGURE 10-46

DISASSEMBLE THE IDLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

1. Place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No. 1012812) between the bearing (66) (Fig-
ure 10-43, Page 53) and the small gear on the idler shaft, then press the bearing off the shaft as
shown (Figure 10-52, Page 56).

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE SHAFT. THE
SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

2. Place a bearing puller wedge attachment (Club Car Part No. 1012812) between the bearing and the
larger gear on the idler shaft, then press the bearing off the shaft as shown (Figure 10-53, Page 56).

CAUTION
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE SHAFT. THE
SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

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INSPECT UNITIZED TRANSAXLE COMPONENTS
1. Clean all of the component parts of the transaxle in a high flash-point solvent and then dry them.
10
Inspect all components for excessive wear or damage.
2. Inspect all bearings by spinning them by hand. Check the bearings for excessive axial (A) and radial
G
(B) play (Figure 10-54, Page 56). Replace bearings if they do not spin smoothly, if they are noisy, or if
they have excessive play. Replace bearings if they are rusted, worn, cracked, pitted, or discolored.
3. Gears should be inspected for tooth surface damage or fractures.
4. Synchronizer ring teeth should be inspected for severe wear, fractures, or other damage.
5. Using a feeler gauge, measure the distance X at several points around the assembly. The synchro ring
should be replaced when X is .020 inch (0.51 millimeter) or less (Figure 10-55, Page 57).

USE A 1-3/8" O.D.

PRESS ARBOR AND A
RAM BEARING PULLER
WEDGE ATTACHMENT
(CLUB CAR #1012812)
ARBOR TO PRESS BEARING
FROM GEAR CASE

WEDGE
ATTACHMENT
PUSH
DIFFERENTIAL
PIN THROUGH
DIFFERENTIAL
GEAR CASE

FIGURE 10-47 FIGURE 10-48

USING A 7/8" O.D. OR

PRESS SMALLER ARBOR AND
PRESS RAM
RAM A BEARING PULLER
WEDGE ATTACHMENT, PRESS INPUT
ARBOR PRESS BEARING FROM SHAFT FROM
INPUT SHAFT BEARING

BEARING PULLER
WEDGE WEDGE ATTACHMENT
ATTACHMENT (CLUB CAR #1012812)

FIGURE 10-49 FIGURE 10-50

COMPONENT ASSEMBLY

IDLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

1. Press a new bearing (66) (Figure 10-43, Page 53) onto each end of the idler shaft (See Figure 10-56,
Page 57). See CAUTION at the top of page 56.

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10 CAUTION
• APPLY PRESSURE AGAINST THE INNER RACE OF THE BEARING ONLY. APPLYING PRES-
G SURE ANYWHERE ELSE WILL DAMAGE THE BEARING.

USE A 7/8" O.D. OR

PRESS SMALLER ARBOR AND PRESS RAM
RAM A BEARING PULLER
WEDGE ATTACHMENT PRESS IDLER SHAFT
FROM BEARING USING
(CLUB CAR #1012812)
ARBOR ARBOR A 3/4" O.D. OR LESS
TO PRESS BEARING ARBOR AND A
FROM SHAFT WEDGE ATTACHMENT
(CLUB CAR # 1012812)
WEDGE
ATTACHMENT

FIGURE 10-51 FIGURE 10-52

PRESS RAM
PRESS IDLER SHAFT A B
FROM BEARING USING
A 3/4" OR LESS O.D.
ARBOR ARBOR, AND A
WEDGE ATTACHMENT
(CLUB CAR # 1012812)

WEDGE
ATTACHMENT

FIGURE 10-53 FIGURE 10-54

INTERMEDIATE GEAR ASSEMBLY

1. If the gear (58) was removed from the shaft, install the key (57) into the slot and then position the gear
on the shaft with keyway properly aligned with key (Figure 10-43, Page 53). Press the gear into place
on the key.
2. Press the bearing (59) onto the end of the shaft next to the large gear that was installed in step one
(Figure 10-43). See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• APPLY PRESSURE AGAINST THE INNER RACE OF THE BEARING ONLY. APPLYING PRES-
SURE ANYWHERE ELSE WILL DAMAGE THE BEARING.

3. Press a new bearing (38) onto the other end of the shaft (Figure 10-43, Page 53).

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 10
PRESS BEARING
X
ONTO IDLER SHAFT G
A
SYNCHRO RING MUST BE
REPLACED WHEN
(X) DISTANCE IS LESS
THAN .020 IN (0.51 MM) B
TURN IDLER SHAFT
OVER AND PRESS
BEARING ON
OTHER END

FIGURE 10-55 FIGURE 10-56

PRESS TOP OF SPLINE INSTALL SNAP RINGS

RAM ON BOTH SIDES OF
MACHINED SYNCHRONIZER
FACE OF SLEEVE AS SHOWN
INPUT SYNCHRO.
SHAFT SLEEVE

SYNCHRONIZER
SLEEVE

TOP OF SPLINE PRESSED

LEVEL WITH MACHINED
FACE FRONT VIEW

FIGURE 10-57 FIGURE 10-58

SYNCHRONIZER GEAR ASSEMBLY

1. Press the synchronizer sleeve (47) (Figure 10-43, Page 53) onto the splines of the input shaft. No par-
ticular orientation of the sleeve is necessary, but toward the short end of the shaft, the machined circu-
lar face surrounding the ends of the internal splines in the sleeve must be flush with the machined lip of
the shaft at the ends of the shaft splines (See Figure 10-57).
2. Install the snap rings (46) (Figure 10-43, Page 53) in the sleeve as shown (Figure 10-58).

NOTE
• MAKE SURE THAT THE ENDS OF THE SNAP RINGS ARE POSITIONED BETWEEN THE SYN-
CHRONIZER INSERT SLOTS.

3. Install the three synchronizer inserts (48) into the slots in the sleeve as shown (Figure 10-43, Page
53). Make sure the notched surfaces of the inserts are facing outward as shown (Figure 10-59).
4. Install the synchronizer clutch hub (49) (Figure 10-43) onto the synchronizer sleeve. Make sure that
the gear end of the hub is oriented toward the long end of the input shaft as shown (Figure 10-60,
Page 58).
5. On the long end of the shaft, install the synchronizer ring (45) (Figure 10-43, Page 53) with the smooth
collar of the ring towards the clutch hub. Make sure that the three notches in the collar mate with the
synchronizer inserts in the synchronizer sleeve as shown (Figure 10-61, Page 58).

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 Synchronizer Gear Assembly, Continued:
10 6. Install the thrust washer (41) and two bearings (43) as shown (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
7. Install the input gear assembly (52), with the smooth collar toward the synchronizer ring as shown (Fig-
G ure 10-43). The input gear should seat in the synchronizer ring.
8. Install the thrust washer (53) and then the spring (Belleville) washer (39). The spring washer should be
oriented with the raised center toward the end of the shaft (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
9. Press a new bearing (54) onto the shaft until it seats (Figure 10-43). Make sure the input gear turns
freely.

CAUTION
• APPLY PRESSURE AGAINST THE INNER RACE OF THE BEARING ONLY. APPLYING PRES-
SURE ANYWHERE ELSE WILL DAMAGE THE BEARING.

WITH GROOVED END OF SYNCHRONIZER SIDE VIEW

SYNCHRONIZER CLUTCH HUB POINTING DOWN TOWARD
INSERTS OVERLAP LONG END OF SHAFT, INSTALL IT
SNAP RINGS ONTO THE SYNCHRONIZER SLEEVE

GROOVE ON END
OF CLUTCH HUB
SYNCHRONIZER
CLUTCH HUB

NOTCHED SYNCHRONIZER
SURFACES SLEEVE
OF SYNCHRO.
INSERTS FACE TOP VIEW LONG END
OUT OF SHAFT
SNAP RINGS TOP AND BOTTOM

FIGURE 10-59 FIGURE 10-60

SYNCHRONIZER
RING

SLIDE SYNCHRONIZER
RING ONTO CLUTCH HUB
WITH THE SMOOTH
SYNCHRONIZER COLLAR OF RING
CLUTCH HUB TOWARD CLUTCH HUB

FIGURE 10-61

10. On the other end of the input shaft, install the thrust washer (41), and the synchronizer ring (45). The
smooth collar of the synchronizer ring should be oriented toward the clutch hub, and the notches in it
should mate with the synchronizer inserts as shown (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
11. Install the narrow bearing (44), wide bearing (45), and input gear (42) onto the shaft. The smooth collar
of the input gear should be oriented toward the synchronizer ring as shown (Figure 10-43). The gear
should seat inside the ring.

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12. Install thrust plate (41) onto the shaft, and the dowel pin (50) into the shaft as shown (Figure 10-43).
13. Install the spur (governor drive) gear (40) onto the shaft with either side down. Mate the notch in the 10
gear with the dowel pin as shown (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
14. Install the spring (Belleville) washer (39) onto shaft with the raised center toward the end of the shaft. G
15. Press a new bearing (38) onto the end of the shaft until it seats (Figure 10-43). Make sure that the
input gears turn freely.

CAUTION
• APPLY PRESSURE AGAINST THE INNER RACE OF THE BEARING ONLY. APPLYING PRES-
SURE ANYWHERE ELSE WILL DAMAGE THE BEARING.

SHIFTER FORK ASSEMBLY

1. Install the spring (35) and ball (36) into the shift fork (34) as shown (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
2. Use a very small phillips-head screwdriver to depress the ball and spring while inserting shift rod (33)
into the shift fork. Remove screwdriver when the shift rod is inserted far enough for it to depress the ball
and spring, then continue to insert rod until the ball is positioned in the middle detent on the rod.

DIFFERENTIAL GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY

1. If the bearings (79) were removed, press new ones onto the differential gear carrier case (84) and car-
rier case cover (87) (Figure 10-6, Page 39).

CAUTION
• APPLY PRESSURE AGAINST THE INNER RACE OF THE BEARING ONLY. APPLYING PRES-
SURE ANYWHERE ELSE WILL DAMAGE THE BEARING.

POSTION IDLER
INSERT
GEAR AND
DIFFERENTIAL
THRUST PLATE
GEAR INTO
IN CARRIER
DIFFERENTIAL
DIFFERENTIAL CASE ...
GEAR CARRIER
GEAR CARRIER CASE
CASE

...THEN TAP DIFFERENTIAL PIN INTO CARRIER CASE,

THROUGH THRUST PLATE AND IDLER GEAR, THEN
CONTINUE TO TAP DIFFERENTIAL PIN ABOUT
ANOTHER INCH PAST IDLER GEAR

FIGURE 10-62 FIGURE 10-63

2. Install differential gear (91) into the carrier case (84) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) as shown (Figure 10-62).
3. Start the differential pin (88) (Figure 10-6) into the carrier case by lightly tapping it in with a hammer as
shown. Before the pin enters the inside of the carrier case, position the thrust plate (85) and idler gear
(89) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) in the case and then continue tapping the pin through the thrust plate and
idler gear as shown (Figure 10-63).

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 Differential Gear Case Assembly, Continued:
10
POSITION
G POSITION SECOND
THRUST PLATE AND DIFFERENTIAL
SECOND IDLER GEAR GEAR AND
IN DIFFERENTIAL THRUST PLATE
GEAR CARRIER IN CARRIER
CASE ... CASE COVER ...

...THEN CONTINUE
TAPPING PIN THROUGH
SECOND IDLER GEAR AND
THRUST PLATE UNTIL PIN
IS FLUSH WITH OUTSIDE
OF HOUSING

...THEN, WHILE
HOLDING GEAR
AND THRUST PLATE
IN POSITION, ROTATE
COVER AND POSITION
IT ON CARRIER CASE

FIGURE 10-64 FIGURE 10-65

4. Position the other thrust plate (85) and idler gear (89) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) in the carrier case as
shown (Figure 10-64), and then continue to drive the pin through them and the wall of the carrier case
until the ends of the pin are flush with the sides of the carrier case (Figure 10-64).
5. Install the thrust plate (86) and idler gear (90) into the carrier case cover (87) (Figure 10-6, Page 39)
as shown (Figure 10-65). Then, while holding the thrust plate and idler gear in place, position the car-
rier case cover on the carrier case as shown (Figure 10-65).
6. Position the ring gear (81) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) on the carrier case, visually aligning the dowel hole
in the ring gear with the pin in the carrier. Then, using a wooden mallet, tap the ring gear into place on
the dowel pin as shown (Figure 10-66).
7. Apply Loctite® 277 on the threads of the eight mounting bolts and install them through the ring gear,
carrier case, and into the carrier case cover. Then tighten the bolts to 16-20 ft.lbs. (21.7/27.1 N-m) in
the sequence shown (Figure 10-67).

GOVERNOR GEAR ASSEMBLY

The governor gear is not assembled independently from the unitized transaxle casing. The gear shaft is
installed into the casing and then the rest of the assembly is installed on the shaft. Proceed with unitized
transaxle assembly.

UNITIZED TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

1. Make sure that both parts of the casing are clean and free of any contaminants. Make sure that the
machined mating surfaces are free of residue, and are not scored or damaged in any way.
2. Press two new oil seals (13 and 22) (Figure 10-36, Page 48) into the left (driver) side casing, and one
new oil seal (55) (Figure 10-43, Page 53) into the right (passenger) side casing (See Figure 10-68,
Page 62).

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 THERE IS A DOWEL PIN IN THE RING GEAR. ALIGN 10
THE DOWEL PIN WITH DOWEL PIN HOLE
IN DIFFERENTIALGEAR CASE ...
G
APPLY A FEW DROPS
OF LOCTITE TO THE
ENDS OF THE EIGHT
RETAINING BOLTS
BEFORE INSTALLING
THEM.
IN SEQUENCE SHOWN
BELOW, TORQUE
DOWEL PIN RETAINING BOLTS
TO 16-20 FT.LBS.

... THEN TAP 1

RING GEAR ONTO
THE DIFFERENTIAL 5 7
GEAR CASE
DOWEL
PIN
HOLE 3 4

8 6
2

FIGURE 10-66 FIGURE 10-67

3. Position the governor gear shaft installation tool (Club Car Part No. 1019331-01) over the shaft bore in
the inside of the left (driver) side casing and insert the governor gear shaft into the tool, long end (from
the groove) first, as shown (Figure 10-69, Page 62). Make sure the shaft is started into the bore and
then, using a light hammer, carefully tap the governor gear shaft into bore until the end on which you
are tapping is flush with the end of the tool.
4. Install the washer, and then the governor gear and sleeve together, onto the governor shaft (Figure 10-
70, Page 62). Make sure the sleeve is properly positioned within the flyweight brackets of the gear as
shown (Figure 10-71, Page 62), and then push them onto the shaft until the gear snaps into the groove
on the shaft.
5. Position the interior washer on the pivot arm, then install the pivot arm and washer into the left (driver)
side casing as shown (Figure 10-72, Page 63). Then install the exterior washer and cotter pin on the
pivot arm outside the casing as shown (Figure 10-72, Page 63).
6. Install the shifter shaft into the left (driver) side casing as shown (Figure 10-73, Page 63). Then install
the washer and retaining ring on the shifter shaft outside of the casing (Figure 10-73).
7. Install the gear assemblies into the left (driver) side casing.
7.1. Stand the left side casing on the mounting plate, then install the differential gear case assembly
as shown (Figure 10-74, Page 64). Do not seat the assembly in the bore, but insert it just far
enough that it will not fall out.
7.2. Install the idler shaft assembly into the casing as shown. Do not seat the assembly in the bore,
but insert far enough that it will not fall out. No gears mesh at this time (Figure 10-75, Page 64).
7.3. Place a drop of Cyanoacrylate adhesive (Super Glue) in each of the oil guide slots in the casing.
Then install the guide with the baffle toward the casing wall as shown (Figure 10-76, Page 64).
Make sure that the two tabs on the guide are positioned in the slots in the casing.

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10
INSTALL SHIFTER SHAFT AND
G GOVERNOR SHAFT SEALS POSITION THE GOVERNOR
INTO THEIR SEATS GEAR SHAFT TOOL
OVER THE SHAFT SHAFT
BORE IN THE
CASING, THEN INSERT
LONG END OF THE
GOVERNOR GEAR
SHAFT THROUGH TOOL
Clu
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AND INTO BORE...

TOOL

...TAP GOVERNOR GEAR

PRESS OIL SEAL SHAFT THROUGH THE
INTO RIGHT TOOL AND INTO BORE
IN LEFT SIDE CASING
SIDE CASING
UNTIL END OF SHAFT
IS EVEN WITH END
OF TOOL.

FIGURE 10-68 FIGURE 10-69

SLEEVE PUSH ONTO SHAFT

POSITION SLEEVE BETWEEN UNTIL YOU HEAR
FLYWEIGHT BRACKETS THE GOVERNOR
GEAR ASSEMBLY
"SNAP" INTO PLACE

INSERT WASHER AND

GOVERNOR GEAR
(COMPLETE WITH SLEEVE)
ONTO GOVERNOR SHAFT

FIGURE 10-70 FIGURE 10-71

7.4. Position the shifter fork assembly on the synchronizer gear assembly as shown, and install them
together, bearing end first, into the bore containing the guide (Figure 10-77, Page 64). Do not
seat the assembly, but make sure that the spur gear (40) is meshed with the governor gear (63)
(Figure 10-43, Page 53), and that the shifter lever (14) (Figure 10-36, Page 48) is positioned in
the bracket on the shifter fork (See Figure 10-78, Page 65).
7.5. Install the intermediate gear assembly into the casing as shown (Figure 10-79, Page 65). Do not
seat the assembly into the bore, but make sure that the ring gear meshes with the input drive gear
(52) (Figure 10-43, Page 53) on the synchronizer gear assembly, and with the small gear on the
idler shaft (65) (Figure 10-43, Page 53).
7.6. As a group, while keeping the gears meshed, work all of the gear assemblies into the bores until

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 they are seated. When all of the assemblies are correctly seated, the outside edges of the input
drive gear (52) and the intermediate gear (58) (See Figure 10-43, Page 53) should be flush (in 10
the same plane) as shown (Figure 10-80, Page 65). Also, the outside surfaces of the idler gear
bearing, the intermediate gear bearing, and the differential gear bearing should be flush (Figure G
10-80, Page 65).

CAUTION
• IF THE EDGES OF THE INPUT DRIVE GEAR AND INTERMEDIATE GEAR ARE NOT FLUSH,
THEN THE OIL GUIDE (37) (FIGURE 10-43, PAGE 53) MAY NOT BE PROPERLY POSITIONED IN
THE BORE.

8. Make sure that the mating surfaces of the left and right sides of the casing are clean and free of oil,
grease, or residue of any kind; and that they are not scored or damaged in any way.
9. Then apply a continuous bead of Three Bond No. 1215 sealant to the mating surface, around the com-
plete profile of the right (passenger) side casing (See Figure 10-81, Page 65). See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• USE ONLY THREE BOND NO. 1215 SEALANT TO SEAL CASING. DO NOT USE A SUBSTITUTE.
• IF THE TWO SIDES OF THE CASING CANNOT BE EASILY CLOSED OR DO NOT MAKE COM-
PLETE CONTACT, DO NOT FORCE THEM TOGETHER. CHECK THAT ALL INTERNAL COMPO-
NENTS ARE PROPERLY SEATED AND THEN TRY AGAIN.

INTERIOR WASHER RETAINING

RING
WASHER
GOVERNOR ARM

EXTERIOR WASHER

INSIDE VIEW OF INSERT SHIFTER SHAFT FROM

LEFT SIDE CASTING INSIDE OF LEFT SIDE CASING
COTTER PIN

FIGURE 10-72 FIGURE 10-73

10. Install and thread to finger tight the fifteen bolts (27) (Figure 10-36, Page 48) that secure the left and
right sides of the casing together. Then, in sequence shown, tighten the bolts to 15-18 ft.lbs. (20.3/24.4
N-m) (See Figure 10-82, Page 66).
11. Install the axle tubes (75 and 76) on the transaxle casing (Figure 10-6, Page 39).
11.1. Make sure that the mating surfaces of the axle tubes and the transaxle casing are clean and free
of oil, grease, or residue of any kind.
11.2. Apply a continuous bead of Three Bond No. 1215 around the opening on the mating surface of
the right side axle tube as shown (Figure 10-83, Page 66). Then position the axle tube on the
right side of the transaxle casing as shown and install eight mounting bolts (77) with lock washers
(78) (Figure 10-6, Page 39) finger tight. In the sequence shown, tighten the bolts to 33-39 ft.lbs.
(40.7/48.7 N-m) (Figure 10-84, Page 66).

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10
G

INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL
GEAR ASSEMBLY INTO
INSERT THE IDLER GEAR
BORE IN THE LEFT
ASSEMBLY INTO CASING BORE
SIDE CASE
(GEARS DO NOT MESH)

FIGURE 10-74 FIGURE 10-75

POSITION SHIFTER
PLACE A DROP OF CYANOACRYLATE ADHESIVE FORK ON SYNCHRONIZER
(SUPER GLUE) IN EACH OF THE OIL GUIDE SLOTS. SLEEVE.

MATE TABS ON OIL

GUIDE WITH SLOTS IN
CASING IN INSERT
OIL GUIDE.

CUT-A-WAY VIEW OF SHIFTER

FORK AND SYNCHRONIZER
SLOT GEAR ASSEMBLY BEING
TAB INSERTED AS A UNIT INTO
CASING

FIGURE 10-76 FIGURE 10-77

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 AS YOU INSERT THE SYNCHRONIZER GEAR SEVERAL GEARS MESH 10
ASSEMBLY (COMPLETE WITH SHIFTER FORK) AS YOU INSERT THE
INTO THE CASING, SEVERAL GEARS INTERMEDIATE
MUST MESH TOGETHER. GEAR ASSEMBLY. G
SPUR GEAR AND
GOVERNOR GEAR
MESH

LARGE IDLER
GEAR AND
SHIFTER THE SMALL GEAR ON THE
SYNCHRONIZER INTERMEDIATE GEAR
GEAR MESH FORK
ASSEMBLY MESHES WITH
THE DIFFERENTIAL RING
GEAR.

SYNCHRONIZER
INPUT DRIVE GEAR

LARGE
INTERMEDIATE
GEAR

SHIFTER ARM AND THE (THESE THREE GEARS MESH)

SHIFTER FORK SLOTTED DIFFERENTIAL
ARM ALSO MESH RING GEAR SMALL IDLER GEAR

FIGURE 10-78 FIGURE 10-79

THE EDGES OF THE INPUT EDGES

CLEAN MATING SURFACES OF ANY OIL,
DRIVE GEAR AND LARGE FLUSH
DIRT, GREASE OR RESIDUE OF ANY KIND.
INTERMEDIATE GEAR
SHOULD BE FLUSH.

AFTER CLEANING MATING SURFACES, APPLY A

CONTINUOUS BEAD OF THREE BOND NO. 1215
COMPLETELY AROUND THE MATING SURFACE OF
OUTSIDE EDGES OF THE IDLER, INTERMEDIATE, AND THE RIGHT SIDE CASING.
DIFFERENTIAL BEARINGS ARE ON THE SAME PLANE.
THE SYNCHRONIZER BEARING PROTRUDES SLIGHTLY.

FIGURE 10-80 FIGURE 10-81

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 Unitized Transaxle Assembly, Continued:
10 11.3. Duplicate step 11.2 for the left side axle tube.
11.4. Install the right axle shaft (68) in the right axle tube (76) (Figure 10-6, Page 39). Using snap ring
G pliers, install the retaining ring as shown (Figure 10-85). See WARNING below.

WARNING
• BE SURE THAT THE RETAINING RING IS PROPERLY SEATED IN ITS GROOVE. IF THE RING IS
NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, THE AXLE ASSEMBLY WILL SEPARATE FROM THE TRANSAXLE
AND DAMAGE THE AXLE ASSEMBLY AND OTHER COMPONENTS. LOSS OF VEHICLE CON-
TROL COULD RESULT, CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.

11.5. Install the left axle shaft (67) in the left axle tube (75) (Figure 10-6, Page 39). Using snap ring pli-
ers, install the retaining ring as shown (Figure 10-85). See WARNING above.

IN THE SEQUENCE SHOWN, TORQUE TO

15-18 FT. LBS. (20.3/24.4 N-m) THE FIFTEEN CLEAN THE MATING SURFACE
BOLTS THAT SECURE THE CASING TOGETHER. OF THE RIGHT AXLE TUBE,
THEN APPLY A CONTINUOUS
BEAD OF THREE BOND
7 NO. 1215 TO MATING
14 3 SURFACE
1
5
15

9
13

12
8
6
2 4 10 11

FIGURE 10-82 FIGURE 10-83

CLEAN MATING
1 SURFACE ON
3 CASING BEFORE
INSTALLING AXLE
6 TUBE
7

4 5
2

IN THE SEQUENCE SHOWN

ABOVE, TORQUE BOLTS WITH
LOCK WASHERS TO 33-39 FT. LBS.

FIGURE 10-84 FIGURE 10-85

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UNITIZED TRANSAXLE INSTALLATION
10
1. Install the brake assemblies, wheels, and leaf springs on the transaxle.
2. Position the transaxle mounting plate on the two mounting studs at the rear of the engine, and then
G
install the two mounting nuts (Figure 10-86). Use a 14 mm wrench.
3. Install the remaining four mounting bolts and four nuts (one bolt and nut at each corner of the mounting
plate). Use two 14 mm wrenches to tighten them.
4. Torque the four corner nuts (with bolts) to 27-33 ft.lbs. (36.6/44.7 N-m). Torque the two center nuts (on
the studs) to 15-18 ft.lbs. (20.3/24.4 N-m).
5. Install the accelerator cable bracket on transaxle casing. Use a 3/8” socket to install the mounting
screws (Figure 10-87).
6. Install the governor cable bracket on transaxle casing. Use a 3/8” socket to install the mounting screws
(Figure 10-88).
7. Install governor arm on governor shaft (Figure 10-89). Use a 7/16” wrench to tighten the retaining bolt.
8. Install the key onto the input shaft (Figure 10-90, Page 68).
9. Position the driven clutch on the transaxle and install the washer (yellow side facing out) and mounting
bolt (Figure 10-90). Use a 1/2” wrench to tighten the mounting bolt to 12-14 ft.lbs. (16.3/19 N-m).
10. Install the drive belt (See Torque Converter, Section 16, Page 16-4 in Maintenance Manual).
11. Remove the blocks from under the engine and roll the drive train into position under the vehicle. Then
lift the front of the drive train and place the snubber into the snubber bracket in the vehicle frame (Fig-
ure 10-91, Page 68).

STUDS USE A 3/8" SOCKET OR

WRENCH TO INSTALL
TRANSAXLE
TWO ACCELERATOR
MOUNTING
CABLE RETAINING
PLATE
BRACKET MOUNTING
Clu
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Clu
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BRACKET
r

WOODEN
BLOCKS

MOUNTING NUT
(TYPICAL 2 PLACES)

FIGURE 10-86 FIGURE 10-87

USE A 7/16" WRENCH TO

INSTALL THE TIGHTEN THE RETAINING BOLT
GOVERNOR ARM
ON THE GOVERNOR
SHAFT

USE A 3/8" WRENCH OR

SOCKET TO INSTALL TWO
GOVERNOR CABLE BRACKET
MOUNTING SCREWS

FIGURE 10-88 FIGURE 10-89

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10
G INSTALL KEY ONTO INPUT SHAFT
ROLL POWERTRAIN UNDER VEHICLE, THEN
LIFT SNUBBER INTO THE SNUBBER BRACKET
INSTALL DRIVEN CLUTCH, SNUBBER
WASHER (YELLOW SIDE OUT)
AND RETAINING BOLT. TIGHTEN
BOLT TO 12-14 FT.LBS. Clu
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SNUBBER
BRACKET

FIGURE 10-90 FIGURE 10-91

12. Position the floorjack under the trailer hitch bracket and raise the jack high enough to support the vehi-
cle. Make sure the vehicle is stable on the jack, then remove the jackstands.
13. After the jackstands are removed, lower the vehicle to approximately its normal height. Then position
the leaf springs in the front spring mounts and install the bolts, washers, and nuts (Figure 10-92).
14. Using the floorjack, adjust vehicle height to position the leaf springs for mounting in the shackles. Then
install the mounting bolts, washers, and nuts (Figure 10-93).
15. Position shocks in the shock mounts and install cushions, mounting washers and nuts (Figure 10-94).
16. Connect the brake cables (See Page 147).

POSITION FLOORJACK UNDER TRAILER HITCH

TRAILER HITCH BRACKET, THEN BRACKET
LOWER VEHICLE UNTIL FRONT
SPRING AND SHACKLES
ARE IN ALIGNMENT

CONTINUE USING
FLOORJACK TO
LOWER (OR RAISE)
THE VEHICLE IN
ORDER TO ALIGN
THE REAR SHACKLES
INSERT BOLTS THROUGH AND LEAF SPRINGS
LEAF SPRINGS AND BEFORE INSTALLING
FRONT MOUNTS ON BOLTS, WASHERS
BOTH SIDES OF AND NUTS
VEHICLE. THEN
INSTALL WASHERS
AND NUTS ON
BOLTS. TORQUE
BOLTS TO
12-18 FT. LBS.

FIGURE 10-92 FIGURE 10-93

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CONNECT
IGNITION
KILL WIRE

WHITE/BLACK
WIRE

CONNECT SHOCK BLACK

ABSORBERS TO WIRE
LOWER MOUNTS

FIGURE 10-94 FIGURE 10-95

CONNECT YELLOW WIRE CONNECT GROUND

WIRE AT A2 TERMINAL
CONNECT OIL SENDING
UNIT WIRE CONNECT
WHITE
WIRE
F2

F2

DF

FIGURE 10-96 FIGURE 10-97

17. Connect the engine kill switch wire (18 gauge white/black stripe) to the bullet connector at the lower
right front of the engine (Figure 10-95).
18. Connect the engine oil level sending unit wire (18 gauge yellow) to the sending unit located on the
engine, beneath the muffler (Figure 10-96).
19. Connect 6 gauge white wire to the F2 post, the 6 gauge black ground wire to the A2 post, and the 16
gauge yellow wire to the DF post on the starter/generator (Figure 10-97).
20. Position the shifter cable in the shifter cable mounting bracket on the transaxle and use two 11/16”
wrenches to tighten the mounting nuts. Then connect the shifter cable rod end to the shifter arm (Fig-
ure 10-98, Page 70).
21. Attach the ground cable to the mounting screw on the oil filler tube mounting bracket on the engine cyl-
inder head (Figure 10-99, Page 70). Tighten with a 10 mm wrench.
22. Connect the accelerator cable to the actuator cam in the electrical box. Then position the accelerator
cable in the mounting slot in the wall of the electrical box and tighten the mounting nuts using a 10 mm
wrench (Figure 10-100, Page 70). Install the electrical box cover and tighten the mounting screw.
23. Pull the fuel line from the outlet nipple of the fuel pump and connect it to the carburetor, then use a 1/4”
nut driver to secure the hose clamp (Figure 10-101, Page 70).
24. Connect the impulse line to the fuel pump and secure it with the hose clamp (Figure 10-102, Page 70).
25. Connect the air intake hose to the carburetor and secure the hose clamp (Figure 10-103).
26. Connect the overflow tube to the carburetor and secure it with the hose clamp (Figure 10-104).

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 Unitized Transaxle Installation, Continued:
10 27. Install the drain plug and tighten to 21 ft.lbs. (28.5 N-m).
28. Fill transaxle with 27 oz. (.8 liter) of 80-90 WT. API Class GL3 or 80-90 WT. AGMA Class EP gear lube.
G 29. Install and tighten the level indicator hole plug to 21 ft.lbs. (28.5 N-m).
30. Connect the battery cables, positive first. Connect the spark plug wire.

TOP VIEW CONNECT ENGINE GROUND

AND TIGHTEN RETAINING
NUT WITH A 10MM WRENCH
ar
bC
Clu

PULL SPRING RELEASE

BACK TO CONNECT SHIFTER
TIGHTEN NUTS CABLE TO LEVER

FIGURE 10-98 FIGURE 10-99

Clu
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TOP VIEW ar

CONNECT CABLE TO CAM CONNECT FUEL LINE AND

AND TIGHTEN RETAINING NUTS TIGHTEN CLAMP USING A 1/4" NUT DRIVER
OR FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER

FIGURE 10-100 FIGURE 10-101

CONNECT IMPULSE
LINE AND SQUEEZE
CLAMP IN ORDER TO C
lu
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POSITION IT. C
a
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CONNECT AIR INTAKE

HOSE AND TIGHTEN
CLAMP USING A 5/16" NUT
IMPULSE LINE DRIVER OR FLAT BLADE
SCREWDRIVER

FIGURE 10-102 FIGURE 10-103

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Clu
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CONNECT TUBE TO
CARBURETOR. SQUEEZE CLAMP
TO POSITION IT.

FIGURE 10-104

FORWARD AND REVERSE SHIFTER CABLE

If the forward and reverse shifter cable is jammed or is damaged in any way, it must be replaced.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE KEY.
- DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST.
- DISCONNECT BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
- REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRE.
• CLEAN FORWARD AND REVERSE SHIFTER CABLE CONNECTIONS BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.
• SEE SAFETY WARNINGS, PAGES 1 AND 2.

REMOVAL OF THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SHIFTER CABLE (FIGURE 10-107)

INTAKE EXPANSION TOP VIEW

CHAMBER

SHIFTER
ARM

F N R SHIFTER
SHIFTER LEVER
BATTERY CABLE

FIGURE 10-105 FIGURE 10-106

1. Remove the ball joint socket (2) from the forward and reverse shifter assembly ball stud (3) (Figure 10-
107, Page 72).

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 Removal of the Forward and Reverse Shifter Cable, Continued:
10 2. Remove the ball joint socket (20) from the shifter arm ball stud (19) on the transaxle (Figure 10-107).
3. Loosen the retaining nuts (22) on both ends of the cable (Figure 10-107).
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4. Remove cable from the vehicle.

21

20

19

3
REFERENCE -
2 TRANSMISSION
SHIFTER LEVER
1

4
22
22 23
23 22
Clu
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22

REFERENCE -
TRANSMISSION
CABLE SUPPORT
BRACKET

FIGURE 10-107

INSTALLATION OF THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SHIFTER CABLE

1. From the forward and reverse switch, route the cable toward the driver side of the vehicle so that it lies
against the side of the front body and runs between the battery and intake expansion chamber, turns
90°, runs over the fender and then turns again in front of the rear post of the body support to connect
with the shifter arm on the transaxle (Figure 10-105, Page 71).
2. Secure the cable with retaining nut (22) and washer (23) on each side of the shifter cable support
bracket at the transaxle (Figure 10-107).

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 3. Secure the cable with retaining nut (22) and washer (23) on each side of the shifter cable support
bracket at the forward and reverse assembly (Figure 10-107). 10
4. Install the ball joint socket (20) on the shifter lever ball stud (19) on the transaxle (Figure 10-107).
5. Install the ball joint socket (2) on the forward and reverse shifter assembly ball stud (3) (Figure 10-107). G
ADJUSTMENT OF THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SHIFTER CABLE
With the shifter lever of the transmission in the neutral position (Figure 10-106, Page 71), the forward and
reverse handle (21) (Figure 10-107) should be straight up. For minor adjustments, the nut (1) may be loos-
ened and the ball joint (2) rotated in the proper direction to get proper adjustment (Figure 10-107).

CAUTION
• BE SURE THREADS OF CABLE ARE ENGAGED IN BALL JOINT AT LEAST .25 INCH (6.35 MILLI-
METERS). IF BALL JOINT COMES LOOSE FROM THE CABLE, THE FORWARD AND REVERSE
SHIFTER WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY.

For major adjustments, the cable retaining nuts (22) (Figure 10-107) must be loosened and adjusted. When
the cable is properly adjusted, with the forward and reverse handle (21) (Figure 10-107) in the neutral posi-
tion, the shift lever of the transmission will be in the neutral position (Figure 10-106, Page 71).

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 SECTION
SECTION 11 - TROUBLESHOOTING THE 11
GASOLINE VEHICLE G
Your Club Car DS vehicle will operate for a longer period of time without repairs if it is given proper care and
preventive maintenance. The following check list will be helpful in identifying operating difficulties should they
occur. The check list includes the symptom, probable causes, and suggested checks to make. The proce-
dures used in making these checks can be found in the sections of the Service Manual that are referred to.

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, OR OTHER METAL
COMPONENT.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REFER TO

Engine does not start 1. Spark plug is partially fouled or in poor Section 13 - Engine
easily. condition

2. Spark plug wire is damaged Section 13 - Engine

3. Loose wire connection at Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle Electrical

igniter unit System

Troubleshooting Guide Continued on Next Page.

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11 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REFER TO

Engine does not start 4. Igniter failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle Electrical
G easily, continued: System

5. Low cylinder compression Section 13 - Engine

6. Water or dirt in the fuel Section 14 - Fuel System

system and/or carburetor;
dirty or clogged fuel filter

7. Carburetor improperly Section 14 - Fuel System

adjusted

8. Starter/generator belt Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

is slipping Electrical System

Engine starts but does not 1. Spark plug is fouled or in Section 13 - Engine
run smoothly. poor condition

2. Spark plug wire is damaged Section 13 - Engine

3. Igniter failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System

4. Water or dirt in the fuel Section 14 - Fuel System

system and/or carburetor;
dirty or clogged fuel filter

5. Fuel pump malfunction, fuel pressure Section 14 - Fuel System

to engine too low

Engine turns but fails 1. Fuel tank is empty Section 14 - Fuel System
to start.
2. Fuel line or filters Section 14 - Fuel System
clogged

3. Fouled spark plug Section 13 - Engine

4. Spark plug wire damaged Section 13 - Engine

5. Loose wire connection Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

at igniter Electrical System

6. Igniter failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System

7. Engine flooded with fuel as result of Section 3 - General

over-choking Information

8. Kill circuit grounded Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System

9. Fuel pump malfunction Section 14 - Fuel System

or failure

Engine overheats. 1. Fan screen is partially blocked or

Section 13 - Engine
plugged

2. Improper governor adjustment Section 14 - Fuel System

3. Carburetor is too lean, check main jet Section 14 - Fuel System

size

Engine pre-ignites. 1. Excessive carbon deposits on piston Section 13 - Engine

head or in combustion chamber

2. Spark plug heat range is Section 13 - Engine

incorrect for the engine

3. Unsuitable or contaminated fuel Section 14 - Fuel System

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 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REFER TO 11
Loss of engine power. 1. Exhaust valve is restricted with carbon Section 13 - Engine
deposit G
2. Muffler or exhaust pipe restricted with Section 15 - Exhaust System
carbon or other substance

3. Igniter failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System

4. Air filter is dirty or clogged Section 14 - Fuel System

5. Governor is improperly adjusted Section 14 - Fuel System

6. Throttle linkage out of Section 14 - Fuel System

adjustment

7. Low cylinder compression Section 13 - Engine

8. Spark plug failed Section 13 - Engine

9. Restricted fuel flow Section 14 - Fuel System

10. Torque converter is not Section 16 - Torque Converter

backshifting properly

Spark plug fouls repeatedly. 1. Incorrect plug Section 13 - Engine

2. Spark plug wire is Section 13 - Engine

damaged

3. Unsuitable fuel, or Section 14 - Fuel System

incorrect (rich) fuel mixture

4. Igniter failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System

5. Dirt entering combustion Section 14 - Fuel System

chamber

6. Rings worn out, low cylinder Section 13 - Engine

pressure

Carburetor floods. 1. Inlet valve or seat is leaking, Section 14 - Fuel System

dirty, worn, or damaged

2. Float is damaged or Section 14 - Fuel System

filled with gasoline

3. Carburetor vent is clogged Section 14 - Fuel System

Starter fails to operate. Neutral lock-out cam is in the wrong Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle
1. position Electrical System -
Neutral lock-out circuit

Fuse is blown Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

2. Electrical System -
Starter circuit

Battery is dead Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

3.
Electrical System

Starter control circuit is Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

4.
not operating Electrical System - Starter circuit

Starter/generator failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

5.
Electrical System - Starter/generator

Troubleshooting Guide Continued on Next Page.

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11 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REFER TO

Starter fails to operate, continued: 6. Starter solenoid failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle
G Electrical System -
Starter circuit

7. Accelerator limit switch failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System -
Starter circuit

8. Key switch failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System -
Starter circuit

9. Neutral lock-out limit switch Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

failed Electrical System -
Neutral lock-out circuit

10. Loose or broken wire in Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

starter/generator circuit Electrical System -
Starter/generator

Starter/generator does not charge 1. Loose or broken wire in the starter/gen- Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle
battery. erator circuit Electrical System -
Starter/generator

2. Generator field coil is shorted Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System -
Starter/generator

3. Brushes are worn or Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

commutator is dirty Electrical System -
Starter/generator

4. Starter/generator belt is Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

loose or slipping Electrical System -
Starter/generator

5. Voltage regulator failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System -
Generator circuit

6. Battery failed Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle

Electrical System

1. Transmission shifter linkage is binding Section 10 - Unitized Transaxle, in this

Transmission does not engage or or is out of adjustment supplement.
disengage smoothly.
2. Insufficient (low) level of lubricant, or Section 10 - Unitized Transaxle, in this
wrong type of lubricant in transaxle supplement.

Internal gears are damaged or worn Section 10 - Unitized Transaxle, in this

3.
supplement.

4. Synchronizer rings are worn, damaged Section 10 - Unitized Transaxle, in this

or jammed supplement.

Excessive vehicle 1. Engine mounting nuts or bolts are Section 13 - Engine

vibration. loose

2. Defective or worn engine mounts Section 13 - Engine

3. Rubber snubber on engine mounting Section 13 - Engine

plate is worn or damaged

4. Misaligned muffler mounting clamp Section 15 - Exhaust System

5. Damaged drive belt or starter belt Section 16 - Torque Converter

6. Damaged drive clutch Section 16 - Torque Converter

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 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REFER TO 11
7. Damaged driven clutch Section 16 - Torque Converter
Excessive vehicle
8. Damaged starter/generator pulley Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle
G
vibration, continued:
Electrical System -
Starter/Generator

9. Misaligned clutches Section 16 - Torque Converter

10. RPM setting is incorrect Section 14 - Fuel System

Torque converter does not shift 1. Drive belt is worn, cracked, glazed, or Section 16 - Torque Converter
smoothly. frayed

2. Drive clutch malfunction Section 16 - Torque Converter

3. Driven clutch malfunction Section 16 - Torque Converter

4. Governor is sticking Section 10 - Unitized Transaxle

Engine won’t stop running. 1. Kill circuit wire is disconnected from the Section 12 - Gasoline Vehicle
igniter Electrical System

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G

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 SECTION
SECTION 12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12
GASOLINE VEHICLES G
This section supersedes Section 12 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual.

DANGER
• GASOLINE VAPORS - FLAMMABLE - DO NOT SMOKE! KEEP SPARKS, FLAMES, CIGA-
RETTES AWAY. TOOLS, WIRES AND METAL OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SPARKS WHEN
“SHORTED” ACROSS A BATTERY. INSULATED TOOLS SHOULD BE USED. EXTREME CARE
SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN DISCONNECTING OR CONNECTING BATTERY. WHEN WIRES ARE
DISCONNECTED, BE SURE TO KEEP THEM AWAY FROM BATTERY POSTS AND OTHER
WIRES. SERVICE ONLY IN WELL-VENTILATED AREAS.
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL-FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERY.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERY OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, ENGINE MOUNTING
PLATE, OR OTHER METAL COMPONENT.
• HOT! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST. CAN CAUSE SEVERE
BURNS. ALWAYS ALLOW ENGINE AND EXHAUST TO COOL PRIOR TO SERVICING.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.

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12
CAUTION
G
• BEFORE REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY, CLEAN THE ENGINE. ANY DIRT ENTERING THE
ENGINE, CARBURETOR, OR OTHER PARTS WILL WORK AS AN ABRASIVE AND SHORTEN
THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. FOR THE SAME REASON, BEFORE INSTALLING A NEW PART,
CLEAN OFF ANY DUST OR METAL FILINGS.

GENERAL INFORMATION

FRONT OF VEHICLE
- REMOVE NEGATIVE
CABLE FIRST

REMOVE BOTH OF THESE

BATTERY CABLES

+ BEFORE WORKING
ON VEHICLE

FIGURE 12-1

The electrical system on the DS Gasoline is a 12 volt DC negative ground to frame system. The electrical
system consists of seven readily-identifiable circuits. They are:
• Starter Circuit
• Generator Circuit
• Engine Ignition Circuit
• Engine Kill Circuit
• Reverse Buzzer Circuit
• Low Oil Warning Circuit
• Neutral Lock-out Circuit
Recognizing and understanding the function of each of these circuits will help to quickly isolate the source of
an electrical problem.

FE 290 GASOLINE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-2)

THE STARTER CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-3, PAGE 84)

NOTE
• THE STARTER CIRCUIT IS COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT OF THE IGNITION CIRCUIT. THE BAT-
TERY DOES NOT SUPPLY POWER FOR IGNITION. THE BATTERY SUPPLIES POWER TO THE
STARTER WHICH IN TURN STARTS THE ENGINE COMPONENTS ROTATING. ONCE THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING, THE IGNITION CIRCUIT SUPPLIES POWER TO THE SPARK PLUG (SEE
ENGINE IGNITION CIRCUIT, PAGE 84).

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The starter circuit consists of a twelve-volt battery, fuse, key switch, accelerator starter limit switch, neutral
lock-out limit switch, solenoid, starter, and connecting wires. 12
The battery is the source of power for the system. The fuse provides protection to the solenoid activating cir-
cuit. G
The starter circuit is activated when the key switch is turned to the ON position, the accelerator pedal is
depressed and the forward and reverse lever is placed in forward or reverse position, thus actuating the neu-
tral lock-out limit switch (See Neutral Lock-out Circuit, Page 86). Electrical current is then supplied to the
solenoid, which completes the circuit between the positive post of the battery and the F2 post of the starter.
The starter then turns and cranks the engine through belt-driven pulleys.

FORWARD / REVERSE
CK
B LA ASSEMBLY
FRAME
GROUND LIMIT
RE D
E SWITCHES
BLU
E CK CK
WHIT BLA B LA
E / M- 2
WHIT M+
CK
2
ITE BLA 1
ITE N GE / WH
/ WH 1 KEY ORA RED
RED SWITCH GRE
EN

LOW
YE L
W
YE L LO

REVERSE E
WHIT
BUZZER
OIL
LIGHT /W HITE
RED CK LIMIT
BLA REEN SWITCHES
G
RED / WHITE

NGE
ORA
LA CK
BLUE

ITE/B
WHITE

WH
CK
E / BLA
CK WHIT
BL A
E CK
WHIT BLA

BLACK E
BL U FRAME
GROUND

SOLENOID
RED

VOLTAGE
RED RED ITE
WH
REGULATOR IRE
ND W E
ROU WIR
RE D DG UND
AIDE RO
WHITE / BLACK

BR ED G K
R E D EL L O W E BRA
ID LAC
E/B
Y A NG WHIT
OR E
E FUSE WHIT
BL U BLOCK STARTER /
9710-563353 AND GREATER
ON VEHICLES SERIAL NO.
BRAIDED GROUND WIRE

GENERATOR
F2
A1 DF
F1
YE L L O W A2

RPM LIMITER GREEN

YELLOW

YELLOW
YELLOW

ENGINE
RED

OIL
WHITE
/ BLACK SENDING
UNIT
YELLO
YELLOW W
BLACK FRAME WHITE
BATTERY GROUND

FIGURE 12-2

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12 FORWARD / REVERSE
FRAME ASSEMBLY
GROUND NEUTRAL
G LOCK-OUT
LIMIT SWITCH
KEY
2
BLAC
SWITCH CK
BLA ACCELERATOR
K
1 STARTER LIMIT WHITE
M-
N SWITCH
M+ G RE E N
2 RE D G RE E OR A N G
ITE E
1 WH

BRAIDED GROUND WIRE

WHITE

BLUE

CK BLU E
RED

B LA

WHITE
FRAME SOLENOID
GROUND
RE D
F2

A1 DF

FRAME F1
GROUND RE D
A2
BLA C K GREEN
RE D ENGINE

RED
STARTER /
GENERATOR
BATTERY
FUSE
BLOCK

FIGURE 12-3

THE GENERATOR CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-4)

The generator circuit consists of the starter/generator, voltage regulator, solenoid, the battery, and connect-
ing wires.
When battery power is first supplied to the starter/generator, the starter/generator turns the engine at low
RPM (approx. 700). Once the engine starts running, it then drives the starter/generator. At any engine RPM
over 1215 (3000 starter/generator RPM), the starter/generator functions as a generator, supplying charging
current to the battery. To prevent battery overcharging, the voltage regulator senses battery voltage, and by
opening and closing an electronic switch, it controls the amount of charge going to the battery.

WHITE WHITE STARTER /

GENERATOR
YELLOW

SOLENOID
ENGINE F2
A1 DF
F1
A2
EN
GRE
RED
BLACK

RED
RED
BLACK
YELLOW
VOLTAGE FRAME
REGULATOR GROUND

BATTERY

FIGURE 12-4

ENGINE IGNITION CIRCUIT

The engine ignition circuit is independent of all other circuits except the kill circuit. It consists of the ignition
coil (with internal igniter), spark plug, RPM limiter, and connecting wires (Figure 12-5).

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SPARK PLUG
RPM LIMITER
G
GROUND IGNITION COIL
WITH IGNITER

ENGINE KILL
WIRE
BULLET
CONNECTOR

FIGURE 12-5

ENGINE KILL CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-6)

The exciter coil in the ignition coil supplies electrical power for the spark plug, therefore the proper way to
stop the engine is to run this electrical power to ground, by-passing the spark plug.
The engine kill circuit consists of the key switch, a kill limit switch that is activated by the accelerator pedal, a
neutral lock-out limit switch that is activated by a cam located on the back of the forward and reverse assem-
bly, and connecting wires. The engine can be stopped by releasing the accelerator pedal, by turning the key
switch to the OFF position, or by shifting the forward and reverse assembly to neutral.

M- FORWARD / REVERSE
M+ BLACK
ASSEMBLY
FRAME
2 GROUND
1
FRAME
WHITE / BLACK

2 IRE
WHITE

GROUND
KEY CK ND W LAC
K
BLA 1 GROU E/B
SWITCH IDED WHIT
BRA
E
WHIT NEUTRAL
LOCK-OUT
LIMIT
SWITCH

WHITE
/ BLACK
CK
BL A
CK RPM LIMITER
TE / BLA FRAME
WHI ENGINE
GROUND
CK KILL LIMIT
BLA
SWITCH

FIGURE 12-6

REVERSE BUZZER CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-7, PAGE 86)

The reverse buzzer is a safety warning device that sounds when the vehicle is in reverse. Its functions are to
remind the operator not to leave the vehicle in reverse and to warn anyone in the area that the vehicle is in
reverse.
The reverse buzzer circuit consists of a reverse buzzer, reverse buzzer limit switch, key switch, the fuse
block, and connecting wires.
The battery supplies power through the fuse block and is controlled by the reverse buzzer limit switch that is
activated by a cam located on the back of the forward and reverse assembly. When the forward and reverse
lever is placed in reverse, a cam depresses the reverse limit switch, closing the circuit. The reverse buzzer
sounds.

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 LOW OIL WARNING CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-8)
12
KEY
G FORWARD / REVERSE
ASSEMBLY SWITCH
FRAME
M- WIRE
M+ UND GROUND
ED GRO
2
REVERSE BUZZER BRAID
LIMIT SWITCH 1

FRAME (M-) KEY

SWITCH LOW
GROUND 2 YE L
CK 1
B LA
N GE /W HITE

YELLOW
K ORA RED
B LAC ENGINE OIL

YELLOW
RED OIL SENDING
/ WH LIGHT UNIT
ITE

REVERSE FUSE YELLOW

BUZZER BLOCK

FIGURE 12-7 FIGURE 12-8

The low oil warning circuit consists of an oil sending unit in the engine, a dash mounted oil light, and connect-
ing wires.
The light picks up power from the key switch when the key switch is turned to the ON position. When the oil
level in the crankcase is low, the oil sending unit closes the circuit to the ground and illuminates the oil light.

NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT CIRCUIT (FIGURE 12-9)

FORWARD / REVERSE
KEY ASSEMBLY
SWITCH
M+ M-
E NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT
WHIT 2
LIMIT SWITCH
1
2 ACCELERATOR
CK NGE
BLA 1 STARTER LIMIT ORA
SWITCH
EN
GRE E
WHIT

FRAME
GROUND SOLENOID

FIGURE 12-9

The neutral lock-out circuit prevents the operator from starting the vehicle in neutral. Also, if the vehicle is
started in forward or reverse and then shifted to neutral, the engine automatically stops running.
The neutral lock-out circuit consists of a limit switch that is located on the forward and reverse assembly and
is activated by a neutral-lock-out cam, a limit switch that is located in the electrical component box and is acti-
vated by the accelerator pedal, and the connecting wires.
The neutral lock-out cam is a feature included for the convenience of the trained and experienced mechanic.
If the neutral lock-out cam is pulled out approximately 3/8 inch (10 millimeters) and rotated one-half turn until
it snaps back into place, the vehicle will be in the SERVICE position (Figure 12-10). This allows the
mechanic to run the engine in neutral for certain maintenance procedures. With the cam in the SERVICE
position, the engine will start in neutral. If the forward and reverse switch is shifted to either the forward or
reverse position, the engine will stop running.
To put the vehicle back in the OPERATE position, pull the cam out approximately 3/8 inch (10 millimeters)
and rotate one-half turn until it snaps back into place (Figure 12-11).

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G

NEUTRAL FORWARD NEUTRAL FORWARD

SERVICE POSITION OPERATE POSITION

FIGURE 12-10 FIGURE 12-11

CIRCUIT TESTING

DANGER
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED TECHNICIANS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

Before testing the electrical circuits to determine the source of an electrical problem, test the vehicle battery
to determine whether or not it is the source of the problem. A hydrometer, multimeter, and 160 ampere load
tester will be required.

Testing the Vehicle Battery

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check for loose or corroded battery terminal connections. Clean, tighten, and replace connections as
necessary.
3. Take hydrometer readings of all six cells. If there is a 50 (or more) point difference between any two
cells, recharge the battery and then check the specific gravity again. If there is still a 50 point differ-
ence, replace the battery.

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12 4. Place the red (+) probe of a multimeter, set at Volts - DC, 20 volt range, on the positive (+) post and
place the black (-) probe on the negative (-) post of the battery and take a voltage reading. If it shows
G less than 12.4 volts, or if the lowest specific gravity reading from Step 3 is less than 1.225, recharge the
battery. If battery voltage is greater than 12.4 volts and specific gravity is greater than 1.225, the prob-
lem is not with the battery. If the battery does not reach 12.4 volts, or if the specific gravity of a cell is
still less than 1.225 after charging, replace the battery. See NOTE below.

NOTE
• A FULLY CHARGED BATTERY THAT IS IN GOOD CONDITION SHOULD HAVE A SPECIFIC
GRAVITY OF AT LEAST 1.225 IN ALL CELLS, AND THE DIFFERENCE IN THE SPECIFIC GRAV-
ITY OF ANY TWO CELLS SHOULD BE LESS THAN 50 POINTS. OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE
SHOULD BE AT LEAST 12.4 VOLTS.

5. Connect a 160 ampere load tester to the battery.

6. After 15 seconds, read the voltage and then disconnect the load tester from the battery. If the voltage
reading is below the required minimum (See Load Test, Page 130), replace the battery.
7. If the battery is found to be good, or if the electrical problem continues after the battery has been
replaced with a good one, test the electrical circuits.

TESTING THE STARTER CIRCUIT AND THE GENERATOR CIRUIT

Use the chart below (Figure 12-12) as a starting point for troubleshooting problems with the starter and gen-
erator circuits.

ENGINE WILL NOT TURN OVER

(STARTER DOES NOT ROTATE)

SOLENOID DOES NOT CLICK SOLENOID DOES CLICK

CHECK BATTERY TAKE VOLTAGE READING

(SEE PAGE 126) (TEST PROCEDURE 24)

CHECK FUSE VOLTAGE ABOVE 8 VOLTS VOLTAGE LESS THAN NO VOLTAGE READING
(TEST PROCEDURE 1) (UNDER LOAD) 8 VOLTS

CHECK SOLENOID
CHECK SOLENOID CHECK CHECK BATTERY (TEST PROCEDURE 5)
(TEST PROCEDURE 5) STARTER/GENERATOR (SEE PAGE 126)
(SEE PAGE 107)
CHECK WHITE WIRE
CHECK STARTER CHECK GROUND STRAPS CONTINUITY
ACCELERATOR LIMIT SWITCH (TEST PROCEDURE 3) (TEST PROCEDURE 8)
(TEST PROCEDURE 4)

CHECK SOLENOID
CHECK NEUTRAL (TEST PROCEDURE 5)
LOCK-OUT LIMIT SWITCH
(TEST PROCEDURE 6)

CHECK KEY SWITCH

(TEST PROCEDURE 2)

FIGURE 12-12

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 DANGER 12
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI- G
SON.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

TESTING THE ENGINE IGNITION CIRCUIT

Use the chart below (Figure 12-13) as a starting point for troubleshooting problems with the engine ignition
circuit.

ENGINE CRANKS -
CAR WILL NOT RUN

CHECK SPARK USING

SPARK TEST TOOL
(TEST PROCEDURE 11)

GOOD SPARK NO SPARK

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

DISCONNECT
ENGINE KILL WIRE

ENGINE RUNS ENGINE DOES NOT RUN GOOD SPARK NO SPARK

CHECK FUEL SYSTEM CHECK FOR CHECK IGNITER

(SEE SECTION 14) GROUNDED WIRE (TEST PROCEDURE 13)
(TEST PROCEDURE 8)

CHECK CHECK RPM LIMITER

COMPRESSION REPAIR OR REPLACE (TEST PROCEDURE 12)
(SEE SECTION 13, PAGE 13-50
IN MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICE MANUAL) CHECK PLUG GAP
(TEST PROCEDURE 11)

CHECK COIL
(TEST PROCEDURE 13)

FIGURE 12-13

TESTING THE ENGINE KILL CIRCUIT

Use the chart on page 90 (Figure 12-14) and the chart on page 91 (Figure 12-15) as starting points for trou-
bleshooting problems with the engine kill circuit. See DANGER and WARNING at top of page 90.

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12
DANGER
G
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

ENGINE WILL NOT STOP

RUNNING WHEN FOOT IS OFF
ACCELERATOR PEDAL

CHECK KILL LIMIT SWITCH

(TEST PROCEDURE 15)

INCORRECT CORRECT
CONTINUITY READING CONTINUITY READING

REPLACE LIMIT SWITCH CHECK WIRE CONNECTION

OF CIRCUIT WIRES

WIRES CORRECTLY WIRES INCORRECTLY

CONNECTED CONNECTED

CHECK CONTINUITY CONNECT WIRES CORRECTLY

OF CIRCUIT WIRES
(TEST PROCEDURE 8)

NO CONTINUITY

REPLACE WIRE

FIGURE 12-14

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ENGINE WILL NOT STOP

G
RUNNING WHEN KEY
SWITCH IS IN OFF POSITION

CHECK KEY SWITCH

(TEST PROCEDURE 16)

INCORRECT CORRECT
CONTINUITY READING CONTINUITY READING

REPLACE KEY SWITCH CHECK CONNECTIONS

OF CIRCUIT WIRING

WIRES CORRECTLY WIRES INCORRECTLY

CONNECTED CONNECTED

CHECK CONTINUITY CONNECT WIRES CORRECTLY

OF CIRCUIT WIRES
(TEST PROCEDURE 8)

NO CONTINUITY

REPLACE WIRE

ENGINE WILL NOT STOP

RUNNING WHEN SHIFTER
IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION

CHECK NEUTRAL
LOCK-OUT LIMIT SWITCH
(TEST PROCEDURE 6)

INCORRECT CORRECT CHECK

CONTINUITY READING CONTINUITY READING CAM ACTUATION

REPLACE LIMIT SWITCH CHECK CONNECTIONS

OF CIRCUIT WIRING

WIRES CORRECTLY WIRES INCORRECTLY

CONNECTED CONNECTED

CHECK CONTINUITY CONNECT WIRES CORRECTLY

OF CIRCUIT WIRES
(TEST PROCEDURE 8)

NO CONTINUITY

REPLACE WIRE

FIGURE 12-15

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12 DANGER
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
G LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

TESTING THE REVERSE BUZZER CIRCUIT

Use the chart below (Figure 12-16) as a starting point for troubleshooting the reverse buzzer circuit.

REVERSE BUZZER
WILL NOT FUNCTION

CHECK FUSE
(TEST PROCEDURE 17)

BAD FUSE GOOD FUSE

DETERMINE CAUSE REVERSE BUZZER REVERSE BUZZER

OF THE BLOWN FUSE WILL NOT FUNCTION AND WILL NOT FUNCTION AND
ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK ENGINE WILL CRANK

REPLACE FUSE
CHECK BATTERY CHECK REVERSE BUZZER
(SEE PAGE 87) LIMIT SWITCH
(TEST PROCEDURE 18)

CHECK GROUND STRAPS

(TEST PROCEDURE 3)

CORRECT INCORRECT
CONTINUITY READING CONTINUITY READING

CHECK WIRE CONNECTION REPLACE LIMIT SWITCH

TO THE REVERSE BUZZER
(TEST PROCEDURE 19)

WIRES CORRECTLY WIRES INCORRECTLY

CONNECTED CONNECTED

CHECK CONTINUITY RECONNECT WIRES

OF CIRCUIT WIRES TO REVERSE BUZZER

NO CONTINUITY CONTINUITY

REPLACE WIRE REPLACE REVERSE BUZZER

FIGURE 12-16

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TESTING THE LOW OIL WARNING CIRCUIT
12
Use the chart below (Figure 12-17) as a starting point for troubleshooting the low oil warning circuit.
G

OIL LIGHT WILL NOT

ILLUMINATE WHEN ENGINE
OIL IS LOW

CHECK WIRE CONNECTION

TO THE OIL SENDING UNIT
(TEST PROCEDURE 20)

WIRES INCORRECTLY WIRES CORRECTLY

CONNECTED CONNECTED

RECONNECT WIRES OVERRIDE OIL SENDING UNIT

LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT

ILLUMINATES DOES NOT ILLUMINATE

REPLACE OIL SENDING UNIT CHECK CONTINUITY

OF YELLOW WIRE TO
LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT

CONTINUITY NO CONTINUITY

CHECK LOW OIL REPLACE YELLOW WIRE

WARNING LIGHT
(TEST PROCEDURE 21)

LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT

DOES NOT ILLUMINATE ILLUMINATES

CONTINUITY REPLACE
OIL SENDING UNIT

REPLACE LOW
OIL WARNING LIGHT

FIGURE 12-17

TESTING THE NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT CIRCUIT

Use the chart on page 94 (Figure 12-18) as a starting point for troubleshooting the neutral lock-out circuit.
See DANGER below and WARNING at the top of page 94.

DANGER
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

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 Circuit Testing, Continued:
12
WARNING
G • WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

ENGINE WILL CRANK

WHEN SHIFTER IS
IN NEUTRAL POSITION

CHECK NEUTRAL
LOCK-OUT LIMIT SWITCH
(TEST PROCEDURE 6)

INCORRECT CORRECT
CONTINUITY READING CONTINUITY READING

REPLACE LIMIT SWITCH CHECK CONNECTION

OF BLACK WIRE

WIRE CORRECTLY WIRE INCORRECTLY

CONNECTED CONNECTED

CHECK CONTINUITY RECONNECT WIRE

OF BLACK WIRE
(TEST PROCEDURE 8)

NO CONTINUITY

REPLACE WIRE

FIGURE 12-18

TEST PROCEDURES

Test Procedure 1 - Fuse:

The fuse (red 10 amp) is located in the electrical component box (Figure 12-2, Page 83).
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.

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 2. Check that the wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as neces-
sary. 12
3. Remove the fuse. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on one terminal of the
fuse and place the black (-) probe on the other terminal of the fuse. The reading should be continuity. If G
the reading is incorrect, check circuit to determine what caused the fuse to blow and make necessary
repairs. Then replace the fuse with a new 10 amp fuse.

Test Procedure 2 - Key Switch (Starter Circuit):

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the center dash assembly (See Removing the Key Switch, Page 119).
3. Check that the wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as neces-
sary.
4. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on the M+ terminal of the key switch, and
place the black (-) probe on the M- terminal. With the key switch turned OFF, the reading should be
continuity. With the key switch turned ON, the reading should be no continuity. If the readings are incor-
rect, replace the key switch.
5. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the No. 2 terminal of the key switch and place the black (-)
probe on the No. 1 terminal. Insert the key and turn the switch to ON. The reading should be continuity.
With the key switch turned OFF, the reading should be no continuity. If the readings are incorrect,
replace the key switch (Figure 12-19, Page 96).

Test Procedure 3 - Ground Straps:

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Set the multimeter to ohms (Ω). Place the red (+) probe on the (A2) terminal of the starter/generator
and place the black (-) probe on the frame of the vehicle. The reading should be continuity. If the read-
ing is incorrect, clean and tighten wire connections. If the connections are okay, repair or replace the
wire (See Figure 12-57, Page 133).
3. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the ground strap terminal end located on the oil filler
bracket on the engine. Place the black (-) probe on the frame of the vehicle. The reading should be con-
tinuity. If the reading is incorrect, clean and tighten wire connections. If the connections are good and
the reading is incorrect, repair or replace the wire (See Figure 12-58, Page 133).
4. Open the electrical component box. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the nut on top of the
voltage regulator, and place the black (-) probe on the frame of the vehicle (See Figure 12-59, Page
134). The reading should be continuity. If the reading is incorrect, check and tighten the bolt and nut
that hold the voltage regulator and the ground wire (to frame) to the electrical component box.

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12
YELLOW
G BLACK
BLUE

BLACK 1 DATA HOLD

-M AC/DC 500V MAX
2 250V MAX

RED +M AC V
DC V
DATA HOLD OFF

AC/DC 500V MAX WHITE /

250V MAX WHITE BLACK

AC V
DC V
OFF

PLACE BLACK (-)

PROBE ON FRAME

DISCONNECT THE 6 GAUGE BLACK WIRE

KEY SWITCH FROM THE BATTERY. PLACE RED (+) PROBE
ON DISCONNECTED END OF WIRE.

FIGURE 12-19 FIGURE 12-20

5. Check the 6 gauge black wire that connects the negative post of the battery to the frame. The frame
connection should be clean and tight. Visual inspection of the connection on the frame is very difficult.
The best check for tightness is to pull on the black wire. If the wire moves at the connection end, disas-
semble the frame connection, clean off the bolt, ring terminal, and nut. Then reinstall the frame connec-
tion.
6. Set the multimeter to ohms (Ω). Place the red (+) probe on the unconnected end of the 6 gauge black
wire, and place the black (-) probe on the frame of the vehicle. The reading should be continuity. If the
reading is incorrect, check that terminals connections are clean and tight. If the connections are good
and the reading is incorrect, repair or replace the wire (Figure 12-20).

Test Procedure 4 - Accelerator Starter Limit Switch:

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

The accelerator starter limit switch is the top switch located in the electrical component box. There are an 18
gauge green wire and an 18 gauge orange wire connected to this limit switch.
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check for proper wiring and tight connections (Figure 12-3, Page 84).
3. Set the multimeter to ohms (Ω). Place the red (+) probe on the common (COM) terminal (green wire) of
the limit switch and place the black (-) probe on the normally closed (NC) terminal (orange wire) of the
limit switch.
4. Make sure the battery is disconnected. With the key switch in the OFF position, the forward and reverse

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 lever in NEUTRAL, and the accelerator pedal in the UP position, the reading should be no continuity.
With the accelerator pedal depressed, the reading should be continuity. If readings are incorrect, 12
replace the switch.
G
Test Procedure 5 - Solenoid:
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the electrical component box cover.
3. Check that the wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as neces-
sary.
4. Set a multimeter to ohms (Ω). Place the red (+) probe on one of the small posts of the solenoid and
place the black (-) probe on the other small post. The reading should be 14 to16 ohms. If the reading is
not within limits, replace the solenoid.
5. Disconnect the black (-) battery cable from the battery. Do not allow the cable to touch the frame or
other components of the vehicle.
6. Remove the 6 gauge white wire and the 16 gauge red wire from the large post of the solenoid. Do not
allow the wires to touch the frame or other components of the vehicle (Figure 12-21).
7. Set the multimeter to ohms (Ω). Connect the red (+) probe to one of the large posts of the solenoid and
connect the black (-) probe to the other large post (Figure 12-22, Page 98).

6-GAUGE WHITE
WIRE ASSEMBLY

16-GAUGE RED
WIRE ASSEMBLY

SOLENOID
COVER

ELECTRICAL
COMPONENT
BOX

FIGURE 12-21

8. Connect the black (-) cable to the battery negative post.

9. Place the forward and reverse lever in NEUTRAL, and place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE
position. Turn the key switch to the ON position. With the accelerator in the up position, the reading on
the multimeter should be no continuity. Depress the accelerator pedal and listen for the solenoid “click”.
There should be continuity. If either reading is incorrect, replace the solenoid.
10. With the forward and reverse lever still in NEUTRAL, and the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE
position, set the multimeter to DC volts (DC V) and place the red (+) probe on the large post that does
not have wires connected to it. Place the black (-) probe on the frame of the vehicle. Turn key switch to
ON position, depress accelerator pedal, and listen for solenoid “click”. The meter should read full bat-
tery voltage. If the reading is incorrect, replace the solenoid (Figure 12-23, Page 98).
11. Disconnect the 6 gauge black wire from the negative post of the battery before reconnecting the wires
to the solenoid.

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SOLENOID
G SOLENOID

DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX

250V MAX
DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX AC V

250V MAX DC V
OFF
AC V
DC V
OFF

ELECTRICAL
COMPONENT
BOX
ELECTRICAL
COMPONENT BOX FRAME

FIGURE 12-22 FIGURE 12-23

Test Procedure 6 - Cam-Activated Neutral Lock-out Limit Switch:

This switch is located on the forward and reverse switch assembly. There are a black wire, a green wire, and
a white wire connected to this limit switch.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

LEVER UP LEVER DEPRESSED

NEGATIVE POSITIVE NEGATIVE POSITIVE

NC NC
PROBE PROBE PROBE PROBE
NO COM NO COM

DATA HOLD DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX AC/DC 500V MAX

250V MAX 250V MAX

AC V AC V
DC V DC V

OFF OFF

TESTER LIGHT IS
TESTER LIGHT
ON. METER READS
IS OUT. METER
APPROXIMATELY
READS 10.00
0 OHMS.
("1" FLASHES)

FIGURE 12-24

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.

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 2. Check for proper wiring and tight connections.
3. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the common (COM) terminal of the limit switch. Place the
12
black (-) probe on the normally open (NO) terminal of the limit switch. Without the lever depressed, the
reading should be no continuity. Depress the lever, and the reading should be continuity. If either read- G
ing is incorrect, replace the limit switch (Figure 12-24).
4. Check to be sure the lobes on the cam are depressing the neutral lock-out limit switch as the forward
and reverse lever is being shifted. The limit switch should make an audible “click” as it is depressed. If it
does not, check for wear on the cam lobes. Be sure the cam snaps fully back into place. If the cam
lobes still do not activate the limit switch, replace the cam.

Test Procedure 7 - Starter/Generator (Starter Function) (Figure 12-25, Page 100):

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check that wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as necessary.
3. Disconnect the wires from all the terminals on the starter/generator. Then place the black (-) probe of a
multimeter, set to ohms (Ω), on the starter/generator housing (scratch through the paint to insure a
good ground). While holding the black probe against the housing, place the red (+) probe (one at a
time) on the A1, A2, F1, F2 and DF terminals respectively (Figure 12-25, Page 100). The readings
should be no continuity. If the readings are incorrect, the starter/generator will need to be removed
from the vehicle and disassembled by a qualified technician (See Removal of the Starter/Generator,
Page 107).
An incorrect reading from A1 or A2 terminal indicates three possible problems: 1) a grounded A1 or A2
terminal, 2) a grounded wire in the brush area, or 3) a grounded armature/commutator.
If the F1 or F2 reading is incorrect, it indicates a possible grounded F1 or F2 terminal or a grounded
field coil.
If the DF reading is incorrect, it indicates a possible grounded DF terminal or a grounded field coil.
4. Disconnect the ground wire from the A2 terminal and the green wire from the A1 terminal on the
starter/generator. Using a multimeter set to ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on the A1 terminal and
the black (-) probe on the A2 terminal. The reading should be continuity.
If the reading is incorrect, a possible open or poor contact in a brush assembly and/or open armature
windings maybe the cause. The starter/generator will need to be removed from the vehicle and disas-
sembled by a qualified technician (See Removal of the Starter/Generator, Page 107).
5. Disconnect the green wire from the F1 terminal and the white wire from the F2 terminal on the starter/
generator. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on the F1 terminal and the
black (-) probe on the F2 terminal. The reading should be continuity.
If the reading is incorrect, a possible open field coil or bad connections at terminals may be the cause.
The starter/generator will need to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled by a qualified techni-
cian (See Removal of the Starter/Generator, Page 107).

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 Test Procedure 7, Continued:
12 6. Disconnect the yellow wire from the DF terminal and the green wire from the F1 terminal on the starter/
generator. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on the DF terminal and the
G black (-) probe on the F1 terminal. The reading should be between 4.5 to 5.5 ohms (Ω).
If the reading is incorrect, a possible grounded DF terminal and/or grounded field coil may be the
cause. The starter/generator will need to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled by a qualified
technician (See Removal of the Starter/Generator, Page 107).

YELLOW YELLOW
WIRE WIRE
FRAME
DATA HOLD DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX AC/DC 500V MAX

250V MAX F2 250V MAX F2
DF DF
AC V AC V
DC V
DC V
OFF
A1 OFF
A1
F1 F1
A2 STARTER / A2 STARTER /
GENERATOR GENERATOR

FIGURE 12-25 FIGURE 12-26

Test Procedure 8 - Wire Continuity:

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. To test a wire for continuity, disconnect either end from the electrical component it is attached to.
3. Set the multimeter to ohms (Ω) and place the red (+) probe on the terminal at one end of the wire.
Place the black (-) probe on the other terminal end of the wire. The reading should be continuity. If the
reading is incorrect, repair or replace the wire.
Test Procedure 9 - Starter/Generator (Generator Function) (Figure 12-26):

DANGER
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

NOTE
• LEAVE THE BATTERY CONNECTED WHILE PERFORMING TEST PROCEDURE 9.

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check that wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as necessary.
3. Disconnect the yellow wire from the DF terminal on the starter/generator. Cover the connector on the
yellow wire to make sure the yellow wire will not short to ground. Then, using a jumper wire, ground the
DF terminal to the A2 terminal. Using a multimeter set to Volts DC (20v range), place the red (+) probe
on the positive (+) post of the battery, and place the black (-) probe on the negative (-) post. Turn the
key switch to the ON position, and depress the accelerator to start the engine. Run the engine at full
governed speed. The reading should show voltage rising on the meter. If voltage rises, see Test Proce-
dure 10 - Voltage Regulator. If the voltage does not rise, see Starter/Generator Repair, Pages 107-116.
4. Reconnect the yellow wire to the (DF) terminal on the starter/generator.

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Test Procedure 10 - Voltage Regulator:
12
DANGER
G
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

NOTE
• LEAVE THE BATTERY CONNECTED WHILE PERFORMING TEST PROCEDURE 10.

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check that the wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as neces-
sary.
3. Start the engine and check engine-governored RPM. The reading should be between 2670-2730 RPM.
If it is not, adjust the accelerator cable at the electrical component box (See Fuel System, Section 14).
4. With the battery in good condition and fully charged, and with proper ventilation, run the engine for sev-
eral minutes to bring the voltage regulator to operating temperature, then release the accelerator pedal
to stop the engine. Using a multimeter set to DC volt (DCV), place the red (+) probe on the large post of
the solenoid with the red wire from the voltage regulator attached. Place the black (-) probe on the neg-
ative (-) post of battery. Depress the accelerator to start the engine, and run it at full governed speed. If
the reading is between 14.7 and 15.3 volts, the regulator is good. If the reading is lower than 14.7 volts
but rising steadily, check battery condition (See Hydrometer Test, Page 128). If the reading is lower
than 14.7 volts and not rising, and the starter/generator is good; or if the reading is over 15.3 volts and
continues to rise, replace voltage regulator (Figure 12-27).

DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX SPARK PLUG

250V MAX
VOLTAGE WIRE
AC V
DC V REGULATOR
OFF IGNITION GAP
RED

TEST TOOL
FRAME

SOLENOID
SPARK PLUG
BATTERY

FIGURE 12-27 FIGURE 12-28

Test Procedure 11 - Ignition Spark:

NOTE
• LEAVE THE BATTERY CONNECTED WHILE PERFORMING TEST PROCEDURE 11.

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.

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 Test Procedure 11 - Ignition Spark, Continued:
12 2. Remove the plug wire from the spark plug. Using an ignition spark gap test tool (Thexton 404® or
equivalent), check for correct spark (Figure 12-28, Page 101).
G 2.1. Adjust the tester probes to approximately 18,000 volts (18 Kv) setting. Connect the tester to the
spark plug wire, and connect the alligator clip to the frame.
2.2. Turn the key switch to the ON position and crank the engine by depressing the accelerator. There
should be a strong blue spark between the probes of the spark gap tester. If there is no spark, or
if the spark is a faint yellow or white color, test components of the ignition circuit.
3. If the spark gap tester tool indicates a strong blue spark, it is possible the spark plug has failed inter-
nally. Replace the spark plug with a new part and test the engine for proper operation.

RPM LIMITER

yy
;;
;;
yy
;;
yy BLACK WIRE
BULLET
TERMINAL

BROWN WIRE

FIGURE 12-29

Test Procedure 12 - RPM Limiter (Figure 12-29):

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Disconnect the bullet terminal. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on the
brown ground wire and place the black (-) probe on the black wire bullet connector. The reading should
be continuity. If the reading is not correct, replace the RPM Limiter.
3. This test will find 90% of bad RPM Limiters. Some of them may bench test okay but fail under a load
due to heat while operating. Another method of testing is to replace the RPM Limiter and then run the
engine. If the engine runs properly, keep the new RPM Limiter in the circuit.

Test Procedure 13 - Ignition Coil and Igniter:

DANGER
• DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POI-
SON.

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), measure the primary coil resistance. Place the black (-) probe of
the meter on the primary wire terminal connector (1), and place the red (+) probe on the core (2) (Fig-
ure 12-30).
3. If the resistance is not within 0.6 - 1.4 ohms (Ω), replace the coil.

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 WARNING 12
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION. G
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

DATA HOLD
DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX

1 2
AC/DC 500V MAX
250V MAX
250V MAX
AC V
AC V 2 DC V
DC V OFF
OFF
PRIMARY COIL
SECONDARY COIL

FIGURE 12-30 FIGURE 12-31

4. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), measure the secondary coil resistance. Place the red (+) probe of
the meter on the plug lead (3) and place the black (-) probe on the primary wire terminal connector (2)
(Figure 12-31).
5. If the resistance is not within 6.0 - 11.0 k ohms (Ω), replace the coil.
6. The first five steps will find 90% of the bad coils. Some coils may bench test okay but fail under a load
due to heat while operating. Another method of testing is to replace the coil and then run the engine. If
the engine runs properly, keep the new coil in the circuit.

NOTE
• BECAUSE THE IGNITER IS LOCATED WITHIN THE COIL HOUSING AND IS IN PARALLEL WITH
THE COIL, IT CANNOT BE TESTED SEPARATELY. HOWEVER, IF THE RPM LIMITER (TEST
PROCEDURE 12) IS GOOD AND THERE IS NO CURRENT TO THE SPARK PLUG LEAD, IT CAN
BE ASSUMED THAT EITHER THE COIL OR THE IGNITER IS BAD. IN EITHER CASE, THE COIL
ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED.

Test Procedure 14 - Disconnected Kill Wire:

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Using an ignition spark-gap test tool (Thexton 404®
or equivalent), check for correct spark to plug. Adjust the tester probes to approximately to 18,000 volts
(18 Kv) setting. Connect the tester to the spark plug wire, and connect the alligator clip to the top of the
spark plug (Figure 12-28, Page 101).

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 Test Procedure 14 - Disconnected Kill Wire, Continued:
12 3. Disconnect engine-kill white/black wire at bullet connector located by the RPM limiter (Figure 12-32).
4. With the neutral lock-out cam placed in the SERVICE position and the wheels chocked, connect the 6
G gauge red wire to the positive post on the battery, then connect the 6 gauge black wire to the negative
post. Turn the key switch to the ON position. In a well-ventilated area, depress the accelerator to start
the engine.
5. If there is a strong blue spark across the spark gap tester tool and the engine begins to run, test the
engine kill circuit for a shorted wire or other failed components in the engine kill circuit (See Testing the
Engine Kill Circuit, Page 89). See Warning below.

WARNING
• WHEN THE WHITE/BLACK ENGINE KILL WIRE IS DISCONNECTED, THE ENGINE WILL NOT
STOP RUNNING AFTER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED. IT WILL BE NECESSARY
TO DEPRESS AND HOLD THE CHOKE COVER CLOSED UNTIL THE ENGINE STOPS RUNNING.

6. If there is no spark, or the spark is a faint yellow or white color, test the ignition circuit components.
Test Procedure 15 - Kill Limit Switch:
The kill limit switch is located inside the electrical component box. The accelerator kill switch is the lower of
the two limit switches and has a white/black wire and black wire connected to it.
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check for proper wiring and tight connections.
bC
Clu

LEVER UP

NO
RPM DATA HOLD
COM
DISCONNECT LIMITER AC/DC 500V MAX
250V MAX
WHITE/BLACK
ENGINE DC V
AC V KILL LIMIT
KILL WIRE OFF SWITCH

FIGURE 12-32 FIGURE 12-33

3. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the common (COM) terminal (white/black wire) of the limit
switch. Place the black (-) probe on the normally open (NO) terminal (black wire) of the limit switch.
Without the lever depressed, the reading should be no continuity. Depress the lever, and the reading
should be continuity. If either reading is incorrect, replace the limit switch (Figure 12-33).
Test Procedure 16 - Key Switch:
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the center dash assembly (See Removing the Key Switch, Page 119).
3. Check that the wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as neces-
sary.
4. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the (M+) terminal of the key switch and the black (-) probe

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 on the (M-) terminal. With the key switch turned OFF, the reading should be continuity. With the key
switch turned ON, the reading should be no continuity. If either reading is incorrect, replace the key 12
switch.
Test Procedure 17 - Fuse:
G
The fuse (red 10 amp) is located in the electrical component box (See Removing the Fuse, Page 120).
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the cover on the electrical component box.
3. Check that wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as necessary.
4. Remove the fuse. Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the red (+) probe on one fuse terminal
and the black (-) probe on the other fuse terminal. The reading should be continuity. If the reading is
incorrect, determine what caused the fuse to blow and replace it with a new one of proper load rating.
Test Procedure 18 - Reverse Buzzer Limit Switch:
Limit switch is located on the forward and reverse assembly; red/white and orange wires are connected to it
(Figure 12-7, Page 86).
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. If buzzer does not function and engine also does not start, see Testing the Vehicle Battery, Page 87.
3. If the engine will start but the reverse buzzer does not function, move the forward and reverse lever to
reverse and listen for an audible “click” from the limit switch. If there is no “click”, check the switch for
proper alignment and switch arm movement.
4. If the switch is being activated but the buzzer does not function, place the red (+) probe of the multime-
ter on one terminal and the black(-) probe on the other terminal of the limit switch. Without the lever
depressed, the reading should be no continuity. Depress the lever and the reading should be continuity.
If either reading is incorrect, replace the limit switch.
Test Procedure 19 - Reverse Buzzer:
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the center dash assembly (See Removing the Reverse Warning Buzzer, Page 124).
3. Check for proper wiring and tight connections. Using a multimeter, check for continuity through each
wire that connects to the reverse buzzer (See Figure 12-7, Page 86). If the buzzer will not function
when properly wired, replace the buzzer.
Test Procedure 20 - Oil Sending Unit:
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Check that the wire is connected correctly and is tight. If it is not, rewire or tighten as necessary (Fig-
ure 12-8, Page 86).
3. Disconnect the wire from the cord connector on the back of the engine that goes to the oil sending unit.
Using an alligator clip jumper wire, connect the wire to the frame. Turn the key switch ON, closing the
circuit. The oil light should illuminate. If not, check the yellow wire for continuity. If there is no continuity,
replace the wire. If the wire tests okay then check the oil light (See Test Procedure 21). If the oil light
does illuminate with the jumper wire, the oil sending unit needs to be replaced (See Crankcase Cover
Removal, Section 13, Page 13-24 in the Maintenance and Service Manual).
Test Procedure 21 - Oil Warning Light:
1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the center dash assembly (See Removing the Oil Warning Light, Page 125).

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12
3. Check that the wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as neces-
sary (Figure 12-8, Page 86).
G
4. Disconnect the yellow wire (to the oil sending unit) from the terminal on the oil light. Using an alligator
clip jumper wire, connect the terminal to the frame of the vehicle. Connect the red (+) battery cable to
the postive (+) post of the battery, then attach the black (-) cable to the negative (-) post of the battery.
5. Turn the key switch ON. The oil light should illuminate. If it does not, check continuity of the yellow wire
that runs from the key switch to the oil light. If there is no continuity, replace the wire. Then test the key
switch (See Test Procedure 2). If the yellow wire and the key switch test okay, then replace the oil light.

Test Procedure 22 - Key Switch (Engine Kill Circuit):

1. Place the neutral lock-out cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse lever in the NEU-
TRAL position, and chock the wheels.
2. Remove the center dash assembly (See Removing the Key Switch, Page 115).
3. Check that wires are connected correctly and are tight. If they are not, rewire or tighten as necessary.
4. Insert the key and turn the switch to ON. Place the red (+) probe of the multimeter on the No. 2 terminal
and the black (-) probe on the No. 1 terminal of the key switch. The reading should be continuity. If the
reading is incorrect, replace the key switch (Figure 12-34).

Test Procedure 23 - Neutral Lock-out Cam:

Check to be sure the lobes on the cam are depressing the neutral lock-out limit switch lever as the for-
ward and reverse lever is being shifted. The limit switch should make an audible “click” as it is
depressed. If it does not, check for wear on the cam lobes. Be sure the cam has snapped fully back into
place. If the cam lobes still do not actuate the limit switch, replace the cam.

YELLOW
BLUE
BLACK

BLACK 1
-M
2
RED +M
DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX WHITE /

250V MAX WHITE BLACK

AC V
DC V
OFF

KEY SWITCH

FIGURE 12-34 FIGURE 12-35

Test Procedure 24 - Battery Test (Under Load):

NOTE
• LEAVE THE BATTERY CONNECTED WHILE PERFORMING TEST PROCEDURE 24.

1. Place the neutral lockout cam in the SERVICE position, put the forward and reverse switch in NEU-
TRAL, and chock the wheels.
2. Set a multimeter to volts and place the red (+) probe on the F2 (white wire) terminal on the starter/gen-
erator. Place the black (-) probe on the negative terminal post on the battery.

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 3. Turn the key switch to the ON position, leave the forward and reverse switch in the neutral position and
depress the accelerator pedal (with the accelerator pedal depressed the battery is under load). If the 12
voltage reading is over 8 volts, check the starter/generator (See Starter/Generator below, Pages 107-
116). If the reading is below 8 volts, check the battery (See page 126). If the reading is zero, there may G
be no continuity across the large posts of the solenoid (See Test Procedure 5).
4. If all of the test results are good, there may be a broken or damaged white 6 gauge wire from the sole-
noid to the starter/generator (See Test Procedure 8).

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS

STARTER/GENERATOR
Removal of the Starter/Generator
1. Remove access panel from the body (Figure 12-35).
2. Disconnect the wires from the starter/generator (1). Mark wires before disconnecting. Loosen the pivot
nuts (7) and bolts (5) (Figure 12-36).
3. Remove the mounting/adjustment nut (12), washer (9) and bolt (11). Lower the starter/generator and
slip the belt (4) off the pulley (10) (Figure 12-36). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• SEE FIGURE 12-36 BELOW. ON SOME EARLY 1997 VEHICLES, THE BOLT (5) WAS INSERTED
FROM INSIDE THE BRACKET (2), AND A NUT AND LOCK WASHER (INSTALLED OUTSIDE THE
BRACKET) WERE USED INSTEAD OF THE LOCK NUT (7).

*
1 5
2
* SEE NOTE ABOVE.
7
*
FRAME
17 CONNECTION

F2
15
16
DF

14

A1
TERMINAL

A2 F1
TERMINAL TERMINAL

13

4
12 9 11
10

FIGURE 12-36

4. Support the starter/generator so that when the pivot bolts are removed the starter/generator will not fall
to the ground. Remove the two pivot nuts (7), lockwashers (6) (if present), and bolts (5) from the mount-
ing bracket.
5. Remove the starter/generator up through the access opening.

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12
1. Remove the two bolts (20) and washers (21 and 22) and pull commutator end cover (23) free of starter
G housing (24) (Figure 12-37). See NOTE below.

NOTE
• IF THE BRUSHES ARE NOT REMOVED, CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRUSHES AND COMMUTA-
TOR AS THE COMMUTATOR END COVER IS BEING REMOVED OR INSTALLED COULD POSSI-
BLY DAMAGE THE BRUSHES. LIFT THE BRUSH SPRINGS OUT OF THE NOTCHES IN THE
BRUSHES AND PULL THE BRUSHES BACK FROM THE CENTER OF THE COMMUTATOR END
COVER. THE SPRINGS WILL REST ON THE SIDES OF THE BRUSHES AND HELP PREVENT
THEM FROM SLIDING TOWARDS THE CENTER (FIGURE 12-41, PAGE 110).

2. Remove brush covers (29 and 30), screws (25) and lockwashers (26), brush springs (28), and brushes
(27) (Figure 12-39) See Note below.

NOTE
• CLEAN AND INSPECT THE ARMATURE/COMMUTATOR AND THE BEARINGS (SEE DISASSEM-
BLY OF STARTER/GENERATOR TO SERVICE THE ARMATURE/ COMMUTATOR, PAGE 110).

STARTER/GENERATOR

1/2
BRUSH

1/2
22

21
20 BRUSH WEAR LINE

BRUSH
23 HOLDER
24

FIGURE 12-37 FIGURE 12-38

TYPICAL 3 PLACES

29 28
23
25

26

27
TYPICAL
4 PLACES

30

FIGURE 12-39

Cleaning, Inspection, and Replacement of Brushes

1. Visually inspect brushes. Replace brushes which are cracked or severely chipped.
2. There is a wear line on the side of the brush. If the end of the brush is within 1/16 inch (1.6 millimeters)
of the wear line, replace all four brushes (Figure 12-38).

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12
CAUTION
G
• WHEN CHECKING BRUSH SPRING TENSION, DO NOT PUSH SPRINGS BEYOND THE POINT
THEY WOULD NORMALLY BE IF THERE WERE NEW BRUSHES INSTALLED. EXERTING EXCES-
SIVE FORCE OR PUSHING BRUSH SPRINGS BEYOND THEIR NORMAL RESTING POINT WILL
DAMAGE SPRINGS.

1. Visually inspect springs. Replace all four springs if any spring is discolored from heat (straw or bluish in
color).
2. Install the four brushes (27) into their holders and insert the four brush springs (28) (Figure 12-39).
Using a spring scale, test brush spring tension. If the any spring has a tension less than 24 ounces,
replace all four springs (Figure 12-40) See Caution above.

REPLACE SPRINGS
WHICH APPLY A
FORCE OF LESS
THAN 24 OUNCES
0
5
1
1 0
20 5
2
3 5
35 0
4
4 0
50 5

FIGURE 12-40

Assembly of the Starter/Generator

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

1. Connect the brush wires to the holders using the four lockwashers (26) and four screws (25), making
sure the crossover leads are connected also. Apply 26-35 in.lbs. (2.9/3.9 N-m) of torque to the screws
(Figure 12-39).
2. To prevent contact between the brushes and commutator as the commutator is installed, and possible
damage to the brushes, lift the brush springs out of the notches in the brushes and pull the brushes
back from the center of the commutator end cover. The springs will rest on the sides of the brushes and
help prevent them from sliding towards the center of the cover (Figure 12-41, Page 110).

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 Assembly of the Starter/Generator, Continued:
12 3. Install the commutator end cover (23) onto the armature shaft. Align the locating pin with the pin hole in
the cover. Install the two M6 x 180mm screws (20) and tighten to 95-104 in.lbs. (10.6/11.6 N-m) (Fig-
G ure 12-37, Page 108).
4. Install the brushes into the holders. Place springs into the notches in the brushes. Install the brush
cover (30) that has the drain hole in it next to the A2 terminal. Install the remaining three brush covers
(29) in the openings in the commutator end cover (23) (Figure 12-39, Page 108).

Disassembly of the Starter/Generator to Service the Armature/Commutator

1. Remove two bolts (20) and washers (21 and 22), and pull commutator end cover (23) free of the starter
housing (24) (Figure 12-37, Page 108). See WARNING and NOTE below.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

NOTE
• IF THE BRUSHES ARE NOT REMOVED, CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRUSHES AND COMMUTA-
TOR AS THE COMMUTATOR END COVER IS BEING REMOVED OR INSTALLED, COULD POS-
SIBLY DAMAGE THE BRUSHES. LIFT THE BRUSH SPRINGS OUT OF THE NOTCHES IN THE
BRUSHES AND PULL THE BRUSHES BACK FROM THE CENTER OF THE COMMUTATOR END
COVER. THE SPRINGS WILL REST ON THE SIDES OF THE BRUSHES AND HELP PREVENT
THEM FROM SLIDING TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE COVER (FIGURE 12-41).

BRUSH BEING HELD

IN LOCKED POSITION
WITH BRUSH SPRING

FIGURE 12-41

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Disassembly of the Starter/Generator to Service Armature/Commutator, Continued:
2. To separate armature (33) from output end cover (36), remove nut (41), lockwasher (40), pulley (39),
12
shaft key (34), spacer (37), and bearing retainer screws (43) (Figure 12-42).
G
Clean and Inspect the Bearings
1. Using a clean cloth, wipe the carbon dust off of the two bearings. Inspect bearings by spinning them by
hand and checking for both axial (A) and radial (B) play (Figure 12-43).
2. Replace the bearing if it is noisy, does not spin smoothly, or has excessive play. Check the bearings
and replace if rusted, worn, cracked, or if there is an abnormal color change in the metal of the bearing.
Bearings should be replaced if there is extreme wear or pitting on the balls or on the rolling surfaces.
Do not remove the bearings unless they are to be replaced.

43 TYPICAL
3 PLACES
33
37
39
34 40
41
32
35
36

Starter/Generator
with a keyed shaft

FIGURE 12-42

A B

FIGURE 12-43

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12
CAUTION
G
• DO NOT TIGHTEN THE BEARING PULLER WEDGE ATTACHMENT AGAINST THE ARMATURE
SHAFT. THE SHAFT COULD BE DAMAGED WHEN PRESSING THE BEARING OFF.

1. Place the wedge attachment tool (Club Car Part No. 1012812) between the bearing and the armature.
Make sure the wedge attachment tool is supporting the inner race of the bearing but is not contacting
the armature shaft. If a press is not available, secure a bearing puller (Club Car Part No. 1012811) to
the wedge attachment tool and pull the bearing off of the end of the armature shaft. Support the arma-
ture so that it will not drop when the bearing is removed (Figure 12-44).
2. Discard the bearings.
3. Slide the bearing retainer (32) off of the output end of the shaft (Figure 12-42, Page 111).
Removing the Field Coils
1. Remove the retaining nut from each field coil terminal and slide the insulator out of the slots in the
housing. Remove the four pole piece screws from the housing. Remove the four pole pieces from
inside the housing. Remove the field coils from the inside of the housing (Figure 12-45). See NOTE
below.

NOTE
• DO NOT REMOVE THE INSULATORS OR THE FIELD COILS UNLESS ELECTRICAL TEST INDI-
CATES THAT IT IS NECESSARY (FIGURE 12-45). SEE TEST PROCEDURE NO. 7, PAGE 99.

WEDGE
ATTACHMENT
PRESS RAM USE A 1/2" DIAMETER BEARING
TOOL
SUPPORT ARBOR PULLER
INNER RACE TOOL
OF BEARING
PRESS ON
ARMATURE
SHAFT
USE A
WEDGE
1/2" DIAMETER
ATTACHMENT
ARBOR
TOOL

NOTE: BEARING IS
SECTIONED FOR CLARITY

FIGURE 12-44

Visual Inspection of Armature

Obvious defects can be seen by examining the armature. If an armature has frayed or charred insulation,
broken wires or thrown solder, it is obvious without testing that it should be replaced. Faults seen during the
visual inspection can aid in diagnosing the original cause of the failure. Items to look for are listed below.
• Burned, charred, or cracked insulation.
• Improperly cured varnish.
• Thrown solder.

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 • Flared armature windings.
• Worn, burned, or glazed commutator.
12
• Loose or raised commutator bars.
• Bruised or damaged armature core laminations.
G
• Worn armature bearing or shaft.
• Dirty or oily commutator.

POLE PIECE SCREW

RETAINING NUT

INSULATOR POLE PIECE

HOUSING
FIELD COIL
TERMINAL FIELD COIL

FIGURE 12-45

MEASURE EACH POSITION

IN 2 PLACES 90° APART
A1

A2

A1 A1
B1 B1

FIGURE 12-46

Cleaning, Inspection, and Replacement of the Commutator

1. Clean the carbon dust, dirt and oil from the commutator. Visually inspect the commutator for worn,
burned or glazed areas. Check for loose or raised commutator bars. Slight roughness of the commuta-
tor can be polished away with 400 or finer sandpaper (See Caution at the top of page 114).

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CAUTION
G
• NEVER USE EMERY CLOTH ON THE COMMUTATOR. PARTICLES OF EMERY ARE CONDUC-
TIVE AND MAY SHORT-CIRCUIT THE COMMUTATOR BARS. NEVER USE OIL OR LUBRICANTS
ON THE COMMUTATOR OR BRUSHES.

2. Using a micrometer, measure the outside diameter at two points along the commutator. If the commu-
tator outside diameter is less than 1.535 inches (39 millimeters), replace the armature and bearings
(Figure 12-46, Page 113).

Armature Ground Test

CAUTION
• DO NOT SUBMERGE ARMATURE IN SOLVENT.

Using a multimeter set on ohms (Ω), place the positive probe on the commutator bars and the negative
probe on the armature core. The reading should be no continuity. If the reading is incorrect, replace the
armature and the two bearings (Figure 12-47). See WARNING and NOTE below.

NOTE
• BEFORE TESTING, WIPE THE ARMATURE WITH A CLEAN CLOTH AND REMOVE CARBON
DUST AND METAL PARTICLES FROM BETWEEN COMMUTATOR BARS.

Visual Inspection of Field Coils

If the insulation on the field coils appears blackened or charred, the serviceability of the coils is ques-
tionable. Burned or scorched coil insulation indicates the motor has overheated due to overloads or
grounded or shorted coil windings. Be sure the insulators are tight in the housing.

Reworking the Starter/Generator

Any rework must be performed by a qualified technician. Starter/Generator service specifications are listed in
the following table.

ITEM SERVICE LIMIT

Commutator diameter (minimum) 1.535 inches (39 millimeters)

Concentric with armature shaft within .002 inch (0.051 millimeter)

Limit depth of cut when machining commutator .007 inch (0.2 millimeter)

If undercut of segment insulator is less than .016 (0.406 millimeter), then it should be
.031 inch (0.8 millimeter)
undercut to

Dielectric strength 500 VAC for one minute

Armature insulation resistance 0.2MΩ at 500 VDC

Starter field coil resistance 0.006-0.01 Ω

Generator field coil resistance 4.5-5.5 Ω

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Assembly of the Starter/Generator
12
1. Place the field coil inside of the housing. The two insulators that look the same fit into the slots next to
the F1 and F2 markings on the outside of the housing. The insulator that looks different slides into the G
slot next to the DF marking. After the insulators are seated in the slots, install the threaded terminals
through the wire connectors and then through the insulators. Install a flat washer and a lockwasher
onto each threaded terminal (on the outside of the housing). Use a nut to secure the washers and insu-
lator to the housing. Tighten nuts to 43-52 in.lbs. (4.8/5.9 N-m) (Figure 12-45, Page 113).

CAUTION
• ROUTE THE FIELD TERMINAL WIRES SO THAT THEY WILL NOT CONTACT THE ARMATURE.

2. Install the four pole pieces into the housing. Use the four screws to secure pole pieces to the inside of
the housing to retain the field wires. Tighten screws to 9 ft.lbs. (12 N-m) (Figure 12-45, Page 113).

METER READS 10.00

("1" FLASHES) ARMATURE
M

DATA HOLD

AC/DC 500V MAX

250V MAX

AC V
DC V
OFF

COMMUTATOR

ARMATURE SHAFT

FIGURE 12-47

3. Slide the bearing retainer onto the output end of the armature shaft (33) so that it will hold the outside
of the bearing (35) only. Press a new ball bearing (35) onto the output end of the armature (Figure 12-
42, Page 111). Press a new ball bearing onto the commutator end of the armature shaft.

CAUTION
• TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE RETAINER USE CARE WHILE PRESSING NEW BEARING ON
TO THE OUTPUT END OF THE SHAFT.
• PRESS AGAINST THE INNER RACE OF THE NEW BEARING UNTIL IT IS FULLY SEATED.

4. Install the output end cover (36) into the armature. Secure the bearing retainer (32) to the cover using
the three M5 x 18mm screws (43). Tighten the screws to 35-43 in.lbs. (3.9/4.8 N-m) (Figure 12-42,
Page 111).

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 Starter/Generator Assembly, Continued:
12 5. Slide the housing with field coils over the armature. Use the locating pin to align housing to the cover.

G NOTE
• THE TERMINAL INSULATORS SHOULD BE ON THE COMMUTATOR END OF THE HOUSING.

6. To prevent contact between brushes and commutator as the commutator cover is installed, and possi-
ble damage to the brushes, lift the brush springs out of the notches in the brushes and pull the brushes
back from the center of the commutator end cover. The springs will rest on the sides of the brushes and
help prevent them from sliding towards the center of the cover (Figure 12-41, Page 110).
7. Install the commutator end cover (23) onto the armature shaft. Align the locating pin with the pin hole in
the cover. Install the two M6 x 180mm screws (20) and tighten them to 95-104 in.lbs. (10.6/11.6 N-m)
(Figure 12-37, Page 108).
8. Install the brushes into the holders. Place springs into the notches in the brushes. Install the brush
cover (30) that has the drain hole in it next to the A2 terminal. Install the remaining three brush covers
(29) in the openings in the commutator end cover (23) (Figure 12-39, Page 108).
9. Slide the spacer (37) onto the end of the shaft. Insert the shaft key (34) into the shaft. Install the belt
pulley (39) onto the shaft, then install the the lockwasher (40) and M14 nut (41). Tighten the nut to 25-
30 ft. lbs. (34/41 N-m) of torque (Figure 12-42, Page 111).

Installing the Starter/Generator (Figure 12-48)

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

1. Install the two 3/8 hex head pivot screws (5) into the mounting bracket with the heads of the screws fac-
ing towards the driver side of the vehicle. Position the starter/generator in the mounting bracket so that
the screws will go through the bracket before going through the starter/generator. Install a lockwasher
(6) (early 1997 vehicles only) and 3/8 nut (7) onto each screw. Tighten the screws and nuts to finger
tight (Figure 12-48).
2. Install the adjustment screw (11) through the adjusting bracket (4) and then through the starter/genera-
tor. Install a lockwasher (9) and 5/16 nut (12) onto the end of the adjustment screw (11). Tighten to fin-
ger tight (Figure 12-48).
3. Install the belt (3) then tighten the mounting screws (See Belt Adjustments on next page).
4. Connect the yellow wire from the voltage regulator to the DF terminal on the starter/generator (Figure
12-2, Page 83). Install a flat washer, lockwasher, and nut onto the terminal. Torque the nut to 26-35
in.lbs. (3.0/4.0 N-m).
5. Install the white wire from the solenoid to the F2 terminal on the starter/generator. Install the black wire
from the frame to the A2 terminal on the starter/generator. Install the green wire from the F1 to the A1
terminal on the starter/generator (Figure 12-2, Page 83). Install a flat washer, lockwasher, and nut onto
each terminal. Torque the nuts to 43-52 in.lbs. (4.8/5.9 N-m).
6. Reinstall the access panel (Figure 12-35, Page 106).
7. Install the seat on the rear body.

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12
Belt tension should be checked periodically. If the starter/generator slips when starter motor operates, adjust
belt to correct tension. G
Belt Tension Adjustment
1. Remove the access panel from the rear body (Figure 12-35, Page 106).
2. Make sure the two pivoting screws (5) on the mounting bracket are finger tight. The adjustment screw
(11) and nut (12) are to be finger tight also (Figure 12-48).

TYPICAL
2 PLACES
14 7
6
13 5

1
3
10

12
9
4
11

FIGURE 12-48

3. Push the starter down so it is at the lowest part of its adjustment travel. With the starter belt fully in
place around the drive clutch pulley (this pulley is the one closest the crankcase cover on the engine),
install the starter belt (3) around the pulley (10) on the end of the starter/generator (1). Place the ten-
sion tool (13) (Club Car Part No. 1016867) between the starter/generator and the starter/generator
mounting bracket (2) so that the tension tool will lift up the starter/generator.
4. Install a standard 1/2 inch (12.7 millimeters) drive torque wrench (14) into the tension tool (13).
Through the access opening in the rear body, position the wrench and tension tool as shown (Figure
12-48). Pull up on the wrench and tension tool until 70 ft. lbs. (95 N-m) of torque has been applied for a
new belt. Apply only 40 ft. lbs. (54 N-m) for a previously used belt.
5. Tighten the adjustment nut (12) to 12 ft. lbs. (16 N-m) of torque. Tighten the two pivot screws (5) and
torque nuts (7) to 21-25 ft. lbs. (28.5/34 N-m) (Figure 12-48) (See CAUTION below and NOTE at top
of Page 118).

CAUTION
• REMOVE TENSION TOOL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.

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12
NOTE
G • IF A BURROUGHS GAUGE IS USED, TENSION SHOULD BE ADJUSTED TO 120 LBS. FOR A
NEW BELT OR 80-100 LBS FOR A PREVIOUSLY USED BELT.

6. Reinstall the access panel (Figure 12-35, Page 106).

VOLTAGE REGULATOR
Removing the Voltage Regulator (Figure 12-49)

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

1
2 1 3
ELECTRICAL
3 COMPONENT BOX 4
5 5
6 6

VEHICLES WITH VEHICLES WITH

SERIAL NUMBERS SERIAL NUMBERS
LESS THAN GREATER
9710-563353 THAN 9710-563353
8 8

FIGURE 12-49

1. Remove the seat from the rear body.

2. Disconnect battery cables as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
3. Remove the electrical component box cover.
4. Remove locknut (1) (and jam nut (2) on vehicles prior to serial number 9710-563353) from the regulator
mounting screw (8) (Figure 12-49).
5. Disconnect the red wire from the solenoid and unplug the yellow wire from wire harness.
6. Remove 18 gauge black wires (3 and 5) (and braided ground wire (4) on vehicles serial number 9710-
563353 and later) (Figure 12-49).
7. Remove regulator (6).
Installing the Voltage Regulator (FIGURE 12-49)
1. Place the voltage regulator (6) into the electrical component box, with the 1/4 inch screw (8) through
the regulator.

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 2. Connect regulator red wire to solenoid, and plug in yellow wire to the harness.
3. Install black wire (3) and black wire (5) (and braided ground wire (4) on vehicles serial number 9710-
12
563353 and greater) on regulator mounting screw (8) (Figure 12-49).
4. Install jam nut (2) (only on vehicles prior to serial number 9710-563353) and tighten to 6 ft.lbs. (8 N-m)
G
of torque. Install the nylon lock hex nut (1) and tighten to 6 ft. lbs. (8 N-m) of torque (Figure 12-49).
5. Install snap-on electrical component box cover. Be sure to firmly press down all corners. Install screw.
6. Connect battery cables, positive (+) cable first.
7. Place forward and reverse assembly in neutral position, and place the neutral lock-out cam in the ser-
vice position. Start the engine and check regulator for proper functioning as described under voltage
regulator testing (See Test Procedure 10, Page 101).

KEY SWITCH
Removing the Key Switch
1. Disconnect battery cables as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
2. Remove the plastic cap covering the screw on each side of the center dash.
3. Loosen (but do not remove) the screw on each side of the center dash panel.
4. Insert screwdriver at the top center of the dash between dash and cowl brace. Gently pry center dash
out slightly from under edge of cowl brace.
5. Pull center dash out approximately one inch from the frame and then bend the top right corner of the
center dash inward while pulling the top of the panel out and down.

NOTE
• BENDING THE TOP RIGHT CORNER OF THE CENTER DASH INWARD WHILE REMOVING IT
WILL PREVENT THE CONTACTS ON THE REAR OF THE KEY SWITCH FROM TOUCHING THE
METAL FRAME AROUND THE DASH.

6. Slide center dash panel up the steering column by snapping out the top and then rotating the panel out
and up. There is sufficient slack in the wiring to allow for this.
7. Disconnect the wires from the key switch. Do not allow wires to touch.
8. Remove the key switch:
8.1. Remove the cover over the key switch with a small, flat-blade screwdriver.
8.2. Remove key switch from the dash by holding the key switch and turning the nut on the outside of
the dash with a one-inch socket wrench. Remove the keyed washer with key switch.

Testing the Key Switch:

See Test Procedure 16, Page 104.

Installing the Key Switch:

Reconnect wires to key switch (See Figure 12-2, Page 83). Coat the connectors with Battery Protector
Spray (Club Car Part No. 1014305) to ward off corrosion. Reverse removal procedures to install key switch in
the dash. Be sure that key switch terminals cannot touch the frame and that panel is properly seated and
snapped in place.

SOLENOID
Removing the Solenoid
1. Remove seat from body.
2. Disconnect battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).

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WARNING
G • WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

3. Remove electrical component box cover (Figure 12-50).

4. Disconnect all the wires from the solenoid (Figure 12-2, Page 83).
5. Remove the two screws that secure the solenoid in place.
6. Remove the solenoid.
Installing the Solenoid
1. Position the solenoid in the electrical component box and install the two mounting screws. Tighten the
screws to 12-18 in.lbs. (1.36/1.7 N-m).
2. Connect the 6 gauge white wire and the 16 gauge red wire from the voltage regulator on the large post
on the solenoid. Connect the 6 gauge red wire and the 10 gauge red wire from the fuse block on the
other large post on the solenoid. Install the retaining nuts and tighten to 55-65 in.lbs. (6.2/7.35 N-m)
(Figure 12-2, Page 83).
3. Connect the 18 gauge blue wire from the key switch to the small post on the solenoid. Connect the 18
gauge orange wire from the accelerator starter limit switch to the other small post on the solenoid.
Install the retaining nuts and tighten to 18-25 in.lbs. (2.0/2.8 N-m) (Figure 12-2, Page 83).
4. Install the snap-on electrical box cover by firmly pressing down on all corners and install the screw. Re-
connect the battery wires.
5. Install the seat on the rear body.

FUSE
Removing the Fuse
1. Remove seat from body.
2. Disconnect battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
3. Remove electrical component box cover.
4. Remove the fuse from the fuse block.
Installing the Fuse
1. Install the fuse. Use a 10 amp fuse only.

WARNING
• IF THE FUSE IS BLOWN, DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE AND MAKE NECESSARY
REPAIRS BEFORE INSTALLING A NEW FUSE. USE 10 AMP FUSES ONLY; IF A FUSE WITH A
HIGHER AMP RATING IS USED, DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAY
OCCUR.

2. Install the snap-on electrical box cover by firmly pressing down on all corners and install the screw. Re-
connect the battery wires.
3. Install the seat on the rear body.

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12
Removing the Accelerator Starter Limit Switch (Figure 12-50)
1. Remove seat from body. G
2. Disconnect battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
3. Remove electrical component box cover (1).
4. Disconnect the green wire and the orange wire from the accelerator starter limit switch (11).
5. Remove the two nuts (9) and washers (10) that secure the accelerator limit switch in place.
6. Remove the accelerator starter limit switch.

Installing the Accelerator Starter Limit Switch (Figure 12-50)

1. Install the accelerator starter limit switch (11) onto the two screws (16) and secure the switch in place
using the two washers (10) and the two nuts (9). Torque to 5 in.lbs. (0.6 N-m).

WARNING
• DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE RETAINING NUTS. IF THE NUTS ARE OVER-TORQUED, LIMIT
SWITCHES COULD BE DAMAGED.

2. Connect green wire to common (COM) terminal and the orange wire to the normally closed (NC) termi-
nal of the accelerator starter limit switch (Figure 12-2, Page 83).
3. Depress the accelerator pedal to make sure that the switch is being actuated when the pedal is
released.
4. Connect battery cables, positive cable first.
5. Install the seat on the rear body.

9 1 20
TYPICAL 2 11
PLACES
10 12

14 8
TYPICAL 2
PLACES
13

15
BLACK WIRE
ASSEMBLY
16
TYPICAL 2
PLACES
21

FIGURE 12-50

KILL LIMIT SWITCH

Removing the Kill Limit Switch (Figure 12-50)
1. Remove seat from body.
2. Disconnect battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
3. Remove electrical component box cover (1).

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WARNING
G
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

4. Remove the two nuts (9) and washers (10) that secure the accelerator starter limit switch (11). Do not
disconnect the wires.
5. Disconnect the two white/black wires and the black wire from the kill limit switch (12).
6. Remove the kill limit switch (12).

Installing the Kill Limit Switch (Figure 12-50, Page 121)

1. Install the kill limit switch (12) onto the two screws (16).
2. Connect the two white/black wires to the common (COM) terminal and the black wire to the normally
open (NO) terminal of the kill limit switch (12).
3. Install the accelerator starter limit switch (11) onto the two screws (16). Secure the switch in place
using the two washers (10) and the two nuts (9). Torque to 5 in.lbs. (0.6 N-m).

WARNING
• DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE RETAINING NUTS. IF THE NUTS ARE OVER-TORQUED, LIMIT
SWITCHES COULD BE DAMAGED.

4. Depress and release the accelerator pedal to make sure that both switches are being actuated when
the pedal is released.
5. Connect battery cables, positive cable first.
6. Install the seat on the rear body.

NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT LIMIT SWITCH

Removing the Neutral Lock-out Limit Switch (Figure 12-51)
1. Remove seat from rear body.
2. Disconnect the battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
3. Disconnect the green, white and black wires from the neutral lock-out limit switch (5) located on the
back of the forward and reverse assembly.
4. Remove the two nuts (2) and washers (6) from the neutral lock-out limit switch (5) and slide the neutral
lock-out limit switch off the screws.

Installing the Neutral Lock-out Limit Switch (Figure 12-51)

1. Install the neutral lock-out limit switch (5) and install the two washers (6) and the two nuts (2). Torque to
5 in.lbs. (0.6 N-m). Place the forward and reverse lever in REVERSE position to make sure that both
switches are actuated. See WARNING at top of Page 123.

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• DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE RETAINING NUTS. IF THE NUTS ARE OVER-TORQUED, LIMIT
SWITCHES COULD BE DAMAGED. G
2. Connect the black wire to common (COM) terminal, the green wire to the normally open (NO) terminal
and the white wire to the normally closed (NC) terminal of the neutral lock-out limit switch.
3. Connect battery cables, positive cable first.
4. Place the forward and reverse lever in the NEUTRAL position. The neutral lock-out cam should be in
the OPERATE position. Make sure everyone is clear of the moving parts of the vehicle. Turn the key
switch to the ON position. The engine should not crank when depressing the accelerator. If the engine
does crank, turn off the key switch, and re-adjust the shift linkage.

FORWARD AND
REVERSE ASSEMBLY 4
5
2 3
4
9
5 11
13
12
14

6 2 FORWARD AND
REVERSE ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 12-51 FIGURE 12-52

5. Install the seat on the rear body.

6. Test drive the vehicle in both forward and reverse for proper operation.

NEUTRAL LOCK-OUT CAM

If the cam lobes have worn to the point where they will no longer actuate the neutral lock-out limit switch, the
cam must be replaced.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

Removing the Neutral Lock-out Cam (Figure 12-52):

1. Remove the seat from the rear body.
2. Disconnect the battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).

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12
3. Remove the external snap ring (14).

G 4. Remove the plastic washer (12) and the spring (13).

5. Remove the cam (11).

Installing the Neutral Lock-out Cam (Figure 12-52):

1. Install the cam (11).
2. Install the spring (13) and the plastic washer (12).
3. Install the external snap ring (14) onto the shaft.
4. Be sure the snap ring is installed in the groove on the shaft.
5. Connect battery cables, positive cable first.
6. Install the seat on the rear body.

REVERSE WARNING BUZZER

Removing the Reverse Warning Buzzer (Figure 12-53)
1. Disconnect the battery cables as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
2. Remove the plastic cap covering the screw on each side of the center dash.
3. Loosen (but do not remove) the screw on each side of the center dash panel.
4. Insert screwdriver at the top center of the dash between dash and cowl brace. Gently pry center dash
out slightly from under edge of cowl brace.
5. Pull center dash out approximately one inch from the frame and then bend the top right corner of the
center dash inward while pulling the top of the panel out and down (See NOTE below).

NOTE
• BENDING THE TOP RIGHT CORNER OF THE CENTER DASH INWARD WHILE REMOVING IT
WILL PREVENT THE CONTACTS ON THE REAR OF THE KEY SWITCH FROM TOUCHING THE
METAL FRAME AROUND THE DASH.

6. Slide center dash panel up the steering column by snapping out the top and then rotating the panel out
and up. There is sufficient slack in the wiring to allow for this.
7. Disconnect the wires from the reverse warning buzzer. Do not allow wires to touch (Figure 12-53).
8. Remove the two mounting screws (3) that secure the buzzer to the center dash (Figure 12-53).
Testing the Reverse Warning Buzzer
See Test Procedure 19, Page 105.
Installing the Reverse Warning Buzzer (Figure 12-53)
1. Install the two screws through the buzzer bracket tabs and tighten to a torque of 3-4 in.lbs. (0.35/0.45
N-m).
2. Connect black wire from key switch to the negative (-) terminal on the buzzer.
3. Connect the red/white wire from the wire harness to the positive (+) terminal on the buzzer.
4. Reverse removal procedures to reinstall the center dash in the vehicle. Be sure that the key switch ter-
minals cannot touch the frame and that the panel is properly seated and snapped in place.

REVERSE BUZZER LIMIT SWITCH

Removing the Reverse Buzzer Limit Switch (Figure 12-51, Page 123)
1. Remove seat from the rear body.

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 2. Disconnect the battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
3. Disconnect the orange and red/white wires from the reverse buzzer limit switch (4) located on the back
12
of the forward and reverse assembly.
4. Remove the two nuts (2) and washers (6) from the neutral lock-out limit switch (5) and slide the neutral G
lock-out limit switch off the screws. Do not disconnect the wires.
5. Remove the two spacers (9) from the reverse buzzer limit switch (4) and slide the reverse buzzer limit
switch off the screws.
Installing the Reverse Buzzer Limit Switch (Figure 12-51, Page 123)
1. Install the reverse buzzer limit switch (4), and then install the two spacers (9) up against the limit switch.
2. Install neutral lock-out limit switch (5) and install two washers (6) and two nuts (2). Torque to 5 in.lbs.
(0.6 N-m). Place the forward and reverse lever in reverse to make sure that both switches are actuated.
3. Connect the orange wire to common (COM) terminal and the red/white wire to the normally open (NO)
terminal of the reverse buzzer limit switch (4).
4. Connect battery cables, positive cable first.
5. Turn the key switch to the ON position. Shift the forward and reverse lever to the reverse position. The
buzzer should sound.
6. Install the seat on the rear body.

REVERSE BUZZER VIEWED

WITH FRONT BODY REMOVED
11

FIGURE 12-53 FIGURE 12-54

OIL WARNING LIGHT

Removing the Oil Warning Light (Figure 12-54)
1. Disconnect the battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
2. Remove the plastic cap covering the screw on each side of the center dash.
3. Loosen (but do not remove) the screw on each side of the center dash panel.
4. Insert screwdriver at the top center of the dash between dash and cowl brace. Gently pry center dash
out slightly from under edge of cowl brace.
5. Pull center dash out approximately one inch from the frame and then bend the top right corner of the
center dash inward while pulling the top of the panel out and down.

NOTE
• BENDING THE TOP RIGHT CORNER OF THE CENTER DASH INWARD WHILE REMOVING IT
WILL PREVENT THE CONTACTS ON THE REAR OF THE KEY SWITCH FROM TOUCHING THE
METAL FRAME AROUND THE DASH.

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6. Slide center dash panel up the steering column by snapping out the top and then rotating the panel out
and up. There is sufficient slack in the wiring to allow for this.
G
7. Disconnect the wires from the oil warning light (11). Do not allow wires to touch.
8. Depress the two retaining tabs and remove the light from the center dash.

Testing the Oil Warning Light

See Test Procedure 21, Page 105.

Installing the Oil Warning Light (Figure 12-54)

1. Push a new unit into hole in dash until plastic locks engage dash.
2. Connect yellow wire from the key switch and yellow wire from the oil sending unit to the oil light (11).
3. Reinstall the center dash in reverse order of removal. Be sure that key switch terminals cannot touch
the frame and that panel is properly seated and snapped in place.
4. Connect battery cables, positive cable first.
5. Install the seat on the rear body.

BATTERY

DANGER
• WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING AROUND A BATTERY BECAUSE OF THE DAN-
GER OF AN EXPLODING BATTERY.
• BATTERY-EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS, FLAMES, CIGARETTES AWAY. VENTILATE
WHEN CHARGING OR USING IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR BATTERY. FOR ADDED PROTECTION, COVER TOP OF THE
BATTERY WHEN SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• BATTERY-POISON/DANGER. CONTAINS ACID-CAUSES SEVERE BURNS- AVOID CONTACT
WITH SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING.
- EXTERNAL: FLUSH WITH WATER. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- INTERNAL: DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILK OR WATER. FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAG-
NESIA OR VEGETABLE OIL. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- EYES: FLUSH WITH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

General Information
1. The DS gasoline vehicle is equipped with a 12-volt, low maintenance battery. When replacing the bat-
tery in a Club Car gasoline-powered vehicle, the new battery must be the same size as the original.

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 2. Club Car recommends a group 70, side-post battery (Club Car Part No. 1012328), with a 460 cold-
cranking amp rating and a reserve capacity of 85 minutes. The group 70 classification indicates battery 12
size (8 1/4 inches W x 6 1/2 inches D x 7 1/4 inches H). It is important to use the proper size to ensure
that the battery hold-down will fit correctly and will properly secure the battery in the vehicle frame. G
Preventive Maintenance
To keep the battery in good operating condition, follow these steps on a regular basis.
1. Any corrosion build-up on or around the battery should be removed immediately. Post connections
should be clean and tight. Any frayed or worn wires should be replaced. After battery cables have been
connected, coat connectors with Battery Protector Spray (Club Car Part No. 1014305) to ward off
future corrosion.
2. The battery should be kept clean and dry to prevent self-discharge. Any dirt, grime or acid spillage
should be removed. Wash the battery with a bristle brush using water and bicarbonate of soda (baking
soda-1 cup per gallon). Rinse with water. Do not allow solution to enter battery through the vent cap
holes (See Self-Discharge below).
3. Maintain proper water level (See Water Level below, and Figure 12-55, Page 129).
4. Check battery periodically to see that it is in a full state of charge (See Battery Charging, Page 131).
5. Keep battery hold-down brackets tight (See Vibration Damage, Page 128).
Self-Discharge
1. Dirt and battery acid can provide a path for a small current draw that can slowly discharge the battery.
To prevent self-discharge, the battery should always be kept clean.
2. Hot weather also has an effect on a battery’s self-discharge rate. The higher the temperature, the
quicker a battery will discharge. In hotter climates, therefore, the battery should be checked more often.
When storing the battery, keep in a cool place (See Battery Storage, Page 132).
Water Level
Add water only after charging unless the water is below the level of the plates. Filling a battery before charg-
ing will result in overfilling, because the electrolyte level will rise during charging and some of the electrolyte
may bubble out of the cap. This reduces the battery capacity and corrodes the metal parts around it.
The water level should be checked weekly to be sure water is at its proper level (Figure 12-55, Page 129).
Never allow the water level to fall below the tops of the plates because this will cause the exposed part of the
plate to become permanently inactive. Check the water level more frequently in hot weather or when the bat-
tery becomes old.
Mineral Content
For the longest battery life, distilled water should be used in the battery. However, if tap water is to be used,
contact your local water department to be sure the mineral contents are below the levels listed in the table.

ALLOWABLE CONTENT IN PARTS PER

IMPURITY
MILLION

SUSPENDED MATTER TRACE

TOTAL SOLIDS 100.0

CALCIUM AND MAGNESIUM OXIDES 40.0

IRON 5.0

AMMONIA 8.0

ORGANIC MATTER 50.0

CHART CONTINUED ON PAGE 128.

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ALLOWABLE CONTENT IN PARTS PER
IMPURITY
G MILLION

NITRATES 10.0

NITRITES 5.0

CHLORIDE 5.0

NOTE
• Contact your local water department for mineral content analysis.

Vibration Damage
The battery hold-down should always be tight enough to keep the battery from bouncing. Battery life may be
severely shortened if the battery hold-down is too loose. Excessive vibration shortens the life of the battery. It
may also cause acid to leak out of the vent caps and corrosion to build up on surrounding metal parts. The
acid which is lost reduces the capacity of the battery and cannot be replaced.
The battery hold-down should NOT be so tight as to crack or buckle the battery case. This may cause leaks
which would dry up a cell or cause internal shorts.
Inspect the hold-down bracket for rust, corrosion or damage. If both ends of the bracket cannot be fastened
securely to the main frame, replace it with a new stainless steel battery hold-down, (Club Car Part No.
1013882), stainless steel flat washers (Club Car Part No. 1011964), and stainless steel nylon insert locknuts
(Club Car Part No. 1015068).

HYDROMETER TEST
A hydrometer measures the specific gravity. The higher the specific gravity, the higher the state of charge of
the battery. A fully charged battery should read between 1.250 and 1.280 at 80°F. Never add acid to the bat-
tery to obtain a higher specific gravity (Figure 12-56).

Performing the Hydrometer Test

DANGER
• WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING AROUND A BATTERY BECAUSE OF THE DAN-
GER OF AN EXPLODING BATTERY.
• BATTERY-EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS, FLAMES, CIGARETTES AWAY. VENTILATE
WHEN CHARGING OR USING IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR BATTERY. FOR ADDED PROTECTION, COVER TOP OF THE
BATTERY WHEN SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• BATTERY-POISON/DANGER. CONTAINS ACID-CAUSES SEVERE BURNS- AVOID CONTACT
WITH SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING.
- EXTERNAL: FLUSH WITH WATER. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- INTERNAL: DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILK OR WATER. FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAG-
NESIA OR VEGETABLE OIL. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- EYES: FLUSH WITH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

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• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION. G
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

CAUTION
• DO NOT ALLOW BATTERY ACID FROM BATTERY CAPS OR HYDROMETER TO DRIP ONTO THE
FRONT OR REAR BODY. BATTERY ACID WILL CAUSE PERMANENT BLEMISHES. WASH OFF
IMMEDIATELY.

1. Be sure that the battery has sufficient water to cover the plates by approximately .5 inch (12.7 millime-
ters) and is fully charged prior to beginning the test. If water must be added, recharge the battery
before performing the hydrometer test.
2. Remove the vent cap.
3. Using a battery thermometer (Club Car Part No.1011767), record the electrolyte temperature of one of
the center cells.
4. Squeeze the rubber bulb of the hydrometer and insert into the cell. Slowly release the bulb, drawing
electrolyte up into the glass tube of the hydrometer.
5. When the float rises off the bottom, adjust the electrolyte level so that the float rides free of the bottom
but does not strike the top of the glass tube. Remove the hydrometer from the cell and release the
pressure from the bulb.
6. Hold the hydrometer vertically, insuring that the float is not contacting the sides of the barrel. Hold the
hydrometer at eye level and read the scale at the level of electrolyte (Figure 12-56).
7. Record the reading.
8. Return the electrolyte to the cell from which it was taken.
9. Repeat steps 2-8 on all cells.
Hydrometer Calibration

BATTERY
CAP
PLATES
HYDROMETER
TEST

WATER LEVEL HOLD THE HYDROMETER

AT LEAST 1/2" AT EYE LEVEL. READ THE
ABOVE PLATES SCALE AT THE LEVEL OF
THE ELECTROLYTE
OR TO LEVEL
INDICATOR

FIGURE 12-55 FIGURE 12-56

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12 Most hydrometers are calibrated to read correctly at 80°F. The readings obtained as described above must
be corrected for temperature. For each 10°F above 80°F, add .004 to the reading. For each 10°F below 80°F,
G subtract .004 from the reading.

Interpreting Results of the Hydrometer Test

The approximate state of charge can be determined from the following table:

SPECIFIC GRAVITY AT 80° STATE OF CHARGE

1.250-1.280 100%

1.220-1.240 75%

1.190-1.210 50%

1.160-1.180 25%

If the difference between the cells is .020 or more, the low cell should be suspected. It may require a catch-
up charge or it may be a weak cell. When the variations between cells reach .050 or more, the battery should
be replaced (See Caution on page 129).

VOLTAGE TEST
See Testing the Battery, Page 87.

Load Test
1. Using a 160 ampere load tester, connect the load tester to the battery posts.
2. Read the battery voltage after the load tester has been on the battery for 15 seconds. Compare the
battery’s voltage reading with the table below. Make sure you have the correct ambient temperature.

IF TEMPERATURE IS MINIMUM VOLTAGE REQUIRED IS

70°F (20°C and above) 9.6V

60°F (16°C) 9.5V

50°F (10°C) 9.4V

40°F (4°C) 9.3V

30°F (-1°C) 9.1V

20°F (-7°C) 8.9V

10°F (-12°C) 8.7V

0°F (-18°C) 8.5V

REMOVING THE BATTERY

1. Remove the seat from the rear body.
2. Disconnect the air hose that is clamped to the carburetor. Remove the retention strap and lift the intake
expansion chamber out of the vehicle. Make sure the O-ring is kept with the intake expansion chamber.
3. Disconnect the battery wires as shown (Figure 12-1, Page 82).
4. Remove the two locknuts and washers and lift the hold-down off of the battery.
5. Use a battery strap to lift the battery out of the vehicle (See DANGER and WARNING on Page 131).

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 DANGER 12
• WEAR A FULL-FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING AROUND A BATTERY BECAUSE OF THE DAN-
GER OF AN EXPLODING BATTERY.
G
• BATTERY-EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS, FLAMES, CIGARETTES AWAY. VENTILATE
WHEN CHARGING OR USING IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR BATTERY. FOR ADDED PROTECTION, COVER TOP OF THE
BATTERY WHEN SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• BATTERY-POISON/DANGER. CONTAINS ACID-CAUSES SEVERE BURNS- AVOID CONTACT
WITH SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING.
- EXTERNAL: FLUSH WITH WATER. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- INTERNAL: DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILK OR WATER. FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAG-
NESIA OR VEGETABLE OIL. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- EYES: FLUSH WITH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

WARNING
• KEEP THE BATTERY IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION TO PREVENT ELECTROLYTE LEAKAGE. TIP-
PING THE BATTERY BEYOND A 45° ANGLE IN ANY DIRECTION CAN ALLOW A SMALL AMOUNT
OF ELECTROLYTE TO LEAK OUT THE VENT HOLE. DO NOT EXCEED THIS 45° ANGLE WHEN
LIFTING, CARRYING OR INSTALLING THE BATTERY. THE BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY WHEN ACCIDENTALLY COMING IN CONTACT WITH THE SKIN
OR EYES, OR COULD DAMAGE CLOTHING.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

1. Charge the battery using an automotive type 12-volt battery charger. Follow all warnings and proce-
dures supplied by the battery charger manufacturer.
2. Attach the positive charger cable (+) to the positive (+) post on the battery.
3. Attach the negative charger cable (-) to the negative (-) post on the battery.
4. The battery may be charged with a slow charge (3-10 amps) or a fast charge (20-30 amps). Charge
until the specific gravity reaches 1.250 (See WARNING below).

WARNING
• IF THE BATTERY CASE FEELS HOT (APPROXIMATELY 125° F OR MORE) AND/OR EMITS
GASES AND/OR FLUID BOILS FROM VENTS, STOP CHARGING AT ONCE. FAILURE TO STOP
CHARGING BATTERY WHEN THESE CONDITIONS ARE PRESENT COULD RESULT IN AN
EXPLOSION, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE BATTERY. DO NOT DISCONNECT
THE D.C. LEADS FROM BATTERY WHEN THE CHARGER IS ON. THE RESULTING ARCING
BETWEEN THE D.C. LEADS AND BATTERY POST COULD CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.
• IF THE CHARGER MUST BE STOPPED, DISCONNECT THE AC SUPPLY CORD FROM THE
WALL OUTLET BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE D.C. LEADS FROM THE BATTERY. ALLOW THE
BATTERY TO COOL TO ROOM TEMPERATURE AND RESUME CHARGING BATTERY AT A
LOWER AMP RATE.

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12
DANGER
G
• WEAR A FULL-FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING AROUND A BATTERY BECAUSE OF THE DAN-
GER OF AN EXPLODING BATTERY.
• BATTERY-EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS, FLAMES, CIGARETTES AWAY. VENTILATE
WHEN CHARGING OR USING IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
WHEN WORKING ON OR NEAR BATTERY. FOR ADDED PROTECTION, COVER TOP OF THE
BATTERY WHEN SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• BATTERY-POISON/DANGER. CONTAINS ACID-CAUSES SEVERE BURNS- AVOID CONTACT
WITH SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING.
- EXTERNAL: FLUSH WITH WATER. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- INTERNAL: DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILK OR WATER. FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAG-
NESIA OR VEGETABLE OIL. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
- EYES: FLUSH WITH WATER FOR 15 MINUTES. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

WARNING
• WHEN MAKING ELECTRICAL TESTS OR REPAIRS, ALWAYS:
- WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
- REMOVE THE KEY.
- PUT THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL.
- DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AS SHOWN (FIGURE 12-1, PAGE 82).
• FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
• SEE THE SAFETY WARNINGS ON PAGE 81.

1. Place the battery into the vehicle. Make sure the battery posts are facing the engine.
2. Secure the battery to the vehicle with the hold-down, washers and the two locknuts. Tighten both nuts
finger tight, then torque to 14-20 in lbs. (1.6/2.3 N-m).
3. Connect battery cables, positive cable first. Tighten the posts to 9-10 ft. lbs. (12/13 N-m) of torque.
4. Reinstall the intake expansion chamber.
5. Install the seat on the rear body.

BATTERY STORAGE
1. Keep the battery clean and free of corrosion as outlined in Preventive Maintenance, Page 12-47 in the
Maintenance and Service Manual.
2. The battery cables should be disconnected before battery is connected to the charger. The battery can
be left in the vehicle while charging.
3. Fully charge the battery prior to storage.
4. Store in a cool area. The colder the area in which the battery is stored, the less the battery will self-dis-
charge. A battery stored at 0°F will discharge very little over a four-month period. A battery stored at
80°F will have to be recharged every few weeks.
5. Check the state of charge periodically. A battery that is discharged and left in a cold environment can
freeze and crack. If the specific gravity drops below 1.220, the battery should be recharged. See
WARNING at top of Page 133.

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 WARNING 12
• IF THE BATTERY IS FROZEN OR THE CONTAINER IS BULGED, DISCARD BATTERY. A FRO-
ZEN BATTERY CAN EXPLODE. G
6. The frequency of recharging required will depend on the temperature of the storage area, but it is rec-
ommended that the battery be monitored for state of charge every month. Also, if the storage area is
unheated in a cold climate and recharge is required, it is recommended that the area be heated to at
least 60°F prior to charge. The battery will not charge effectively in cold temperatures for the same rea-
sons that it does not discharge as rapidly in cold temperatures.

JUMP-STARTING THE BATTERY

The vehicle is equipped with a starter/generator. The generator is not designed to charge a dead battery. If
the vehicle battery has become discharged, it must be charged using a properly-rated automotive type
charger.

WARNING
• DO NOT JUMP-START A VEHICLE WITH A DEAD BATTERY USING ANOTHER BATTERY AND
JUMPER CABLES.

yy
;;
GROUND STRAPS

VEHICLE FRAME
(SEAT BACK SUPPORT)

;;
yy
Clu
bC
ar
THE ENGINE GROUND
IS ATTACHED TO THE
OIL FILLER BRACKET,
F2 AND...

A2 TERMINAL

FRAME I-BEAM

FIGURE 12-57 FIGURE 12-58

WARNING
• IF GROUND STRAPS ARE NOT SECURELY CONNECTED TO FRAME AND IN THE PROPER ORI-
ENTATION, A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD WILL EXIST. BE SURE ALL GROUND CONNECTIONS
ARE SECURELY CONNECTED AT ALL TIMES.

There are three ground straps on the DS Gasoline which ground the electrical system to the frame.
1. One of the straps is attached to the A2 terminal of the starter/generator and to the frame seat support
(Figure 12-57).
2. The engine ground is attached to the oil filler bracket on the engine and to the frame (Figure 12-58).
3. A third ground plate is in the bottom of the electrical component box where the bolt secures the voltage
regulator to the box. The other end of this ground plate attaches through the side of the electrical box
and is bolted into the frame (Figure 12-59) (See NOTE at top of Page 134). Be sure all these ground
straps are securely connected at both ends of each strap.

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 Ground Straps, Continued:
12
NOTE
G • VEHICLES SERIAL NUMBER 9710-563353 AND GREATER DO NOT HAVE A GROUND PLATE
UNDER THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR IN THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENT BOX. INSTEAD, A
BRAIDED GROUND WIRE ATTACHES TO THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR MOUNTING BOLT AND
GROUNDS TO THE VEHICLE FRAME AT THE SAME PLACE AS THE BATTERY GROUND.

JAM NUT

BRAIDED GROUND WIRE

CUT-A-WAY
VIEW
OF FRAME

GROUND
PLATE

ON VEHICLES SERIAL NUMBER 9710-563353 AND

LATER, THE GROUND PLATE IS DELETED AND
REPLACED BY A BRAIDED GROUND WIRE, AND
THE JAM NUT IS POSITIONED BELOW THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR.

FIGURE 12-59

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 SECTIONS
SECTION 13 - FE 290 ENGINE 13-18
G
GENERAL INFORMATION
With the incorporation of the unitized transaxle on 1997 vehicles, engine rotation changed from counterclock-
wise to clockwise. Although the change in engine rotation does not change service procedures in the Mainte-
nance and Service Manual, a number of engine parts were changed. So that the parts for clockwise rotation
engines will not be confused with parts for counterclockwise engines, clockwise rotation parts have been
marked as described below. These descriptions and illustrations do not correspond with descriptions and
illustrations in the Maintenance and Service Manual:

NOTE
• ENGINE ROTATION (CLOCKWISE OR COUNTERCLOCKWISE) IS AS VIEWED FROM THE
CLUTCH SIDE OF THE ENGINE.

Fan Housing:
The baffle plate inside the fan housing for a clockwise engine is located on the right side of the inside surface
of the housing as shown below.

FAN HOUSING
FOR UNITIZED
FRONT OF VEHICLE
(CLOCKWISE ROTATION)
ENGINE

BAFFLE PLATE
MOUNTING WHEN
VIEWED FROM THE
ENGINE SIDE OF THE
FAN HOUSING

1997 FE 290 FAN HOUSING

Fan:
The fan for a clockwise engine is grey in color and marked with an arrow pointing counterclockwise as
shown on page 136 (fan for counterclockwise engine is black and marked with an arrow pointing clockwise).
Flywheel:
The flywheel for a clockwise engine is marked with an arrow pointing counterclockwise and also with the
number MF3481, as shown on page 136.

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 General Information, Continued:
13-18 Camshaft:
The lobes on the clockwise camshaft are arranged to operate in clockwise direction, and the shaft between
G the lobes is marked with a B as shown below.
Crankshaft:
The crankshaft for a clockwise engine has left-hand threads at the clutch mounting hole, and there is a
machined groove in the outside diameter of the counterweight as shown below.
Crankcase:
Oil pump oil passages in the clockwise crankcase are different from those in the counterclockwise case. The
clockwise case has an R stamped into the oil pump cavity as shown below.

FE 290 CLOCKWISE
" B" MARK
FLYWHEEL AND FAN FE290
CLOCKWISE
NUMBER

B
CAMSHAFT
GREY FAN
81 ARROW
34
MF

FLYWHEEL

1997 FE 290 FLYWHEEL AND FAN 1997 FE 290 CAMSHAFT

FE 290 R
CLOCKWISE UNITIZED
CRANKSHAFT (CLOCKWISE)
GROOVE MACHINED INTO THE CRANKCASE
OUTSIDE DIAMETER OF THE
COUNTERWEIGHT

"R" MARK

1997 FE 290 CRANKSHAFT 1997 FE 290 CRANKCASE

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ENGINE MOUNTING PLATE 13-18
On page 13-7 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, the reference changes as follows:
See Rear Suspension - Gasoline Vehicle, Section 18 in the 1997 Maintenance and Service supple-
G
ment.

INSTALLATION OF REMAINING ENGINE COMPONENTS

On page 13-22 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, step 7 under the heading above
changes as follows:
7. Install the spark plug and thread it in until finger tight, then tighten the plug to 20 ft. lbs. (27 N-m).

ENGINE REMOVAL
Because the 1997 engine has only one drain plug, step 15 on page 13-24 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance
and Service Manual, under the heading above changes as follows:
15. Remove the crankcase oil drain plug and filler tube. Tip the engine slightly to allow the oil to drain from
the crankcase. Dispose of oil properly.

ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Because the 1997 engine has only one drain plug, the NOTE under step 18 on page 13-47 in the 1995-1996
Maintenance and Service Manual, under the heading above changes as follows:

NOTE
• DRAIN PLUG IS TO BE TIGHTENED TO 18 - 25 FT. LBS. (24/34 N-M) OF TORQUE.

SECTION 14 - FUEL SYSTEM

CARBURETOR
The last paragraph under the heading above, on page 14-4 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Man-
ual should read as follows:
For elevations above 3000 feet, main jets other than standard operate more effectively. Therefore, the follow-
ing chart lists the elevation ratings for various jet sizes. No adjustment is required for the pilot jet. If the vehi-
cle runs roughly at low speeds, turn the pilot screw (8) (Figure 14-4) out until the vehicle runs smoothly.
Usually, not more than one turn of the screw is necessary.
See Maintenance and Service Manual Page 14-4 for Figure 14-4 and chart.

PROCEDURE FOR CHANGING MAIN JET

The governor guard (6) used previously and shown in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual in
Figure 14-6 on Page 14-6, is replaced on the 1997 engine by the new governor guard (6) shown in the illus-
tration at the top of page 138.

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13-18
G
8

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1 5
2

;;;
yyy
yyy
;;;
3
4

;;;
yyy
10 24

;;;
yyy
11

25

yy
;;
21
15
12
21

;;
yy
13

16 14

;;
yy
26

17

18
TYPICAL 19
2 PLACES
20
22
23

FIGURE 14-6

ACCELERATOR ROD
Accelerator Rod Removal
On page 14-9 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual, under the sub-heading above, Figure
14-8 shows the previous accelerator pedal configuration as well as the current one. The revised Figure 14-8
at the top of page 139 shows only the current pedal configuration.

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 13-18
G

3
1

GASOLINE VEHICLES

FIGURE 14-8

GOVERNOR CABLE
The mounting of the governor and accelerator cables shown in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service
Manual in Figure 14-11 on Page 14-12 was changed with incorporation of the unitized transaxle on 1997
vehicles. The following instructions under the headings GOVERNOR CABLE and ACCELERATOR CABLE
supersede those in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual on pages 14-11 through 14-13.

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, ENGINE MOUNTING
PLATE, OR OTHER METAL COMPONENT.
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.

Removing the Governor Cable

1. Remove the seat from the vehicle.
2. Remove the governor guard (6) (Figure 14-6).
3. Remove the spring cotter (25) and clevis pin (24) at the carburetor throttle bracket (Figure 14-6, Page
138).

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 Removing the Governor Cable, Continued:
13-18 4. Remove the “E” ring (7) at the governor cable engine bracket (11), and governor cable transmission
bracket (10) (Figure 14-11).
G 5. Remove the spring cotter (9) and clevis pin (8) at the rear governor lever arm (Figure 14-11).
6. Remove the cable (2) (Figure 14-11).

Governor Cable Installation and Adjustment

1. Install the cable onto the governor cable transmission bracket (10) and the engine bracket (11) and
attach an “E” ring (7) at each end (Figure 14-11).
2. Install the clevis pin (8) and spring cotter (9) through the clevis and carburetor throttle at the carburetor
(Figure 14-11).
3. Install the clevis pin (8) and spring cotter (9) through the rear clevis and governor lever arm.
4. With the governor lever arm loose on the governor shaft, use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the gover-
nor arm shaft counterclockwise until it stops. Then pull the governor lever arm rearward until the carbu-
retor throttle is in the “wide open throttle” (WOT) position.
5. While holding the arm and shaft in the fully counterclockwise position, tighten the governor arm lever
nut to 36 in.lbs. (4.0 N-m).
6. Check governed speed adjustment as instructed on Page 14-14 in the Maintenance & Service Manual.

ACCELERATOR CABLE

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRICAL WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, ENGINE MOUNTING
PLATE, OR OTHER METAL COMPONENT.
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.

Accelerator Cable Removal

1. Remove the seat from the vehicle.
2. Remove the electrical box cover and loosen the cable housing retaining nuts (See Figure 14-9, Page
14-10 in the Maintenance and Service Manual).

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 13-18
7 15
G

6
5

4 3

7 8

9
7
8

12
10
13
6
14

9
REFERENCE
11 EXHAUST
SECTION 9

FIGURE 14-11

3. Disconnect the cable (1) (Figure 14-11) from the cam in the electrical box (See Figure 14-9, Page 14-
10 in the Maintenance and Service Manual).
4. Remove the “E” ring (7) on the spring end of the cable at the accelerator cable bracket (5) (Figure 14-
11). Pull the cable housing out of the bracket.
5. Disconnect the spring (15) from the engine governor arm by rotating it counterclockwise one-half turn.
Remove the cable assembly from the vehicle (Figure 14-11).

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 Accelerator Cable Installation
13-18 1. Connect the cable to the cam in the electrical box.

G 2. Insert the cable housing into the mounting slot in the wall of the electrical box, with approximately the
same number of threads visible between the jam nuts as are visible from the nut inside the box to the
end of the cable housing (Figure 14-9, Page 14-10 in the manual). Tighten the nuts finger tight.
3. Connect the spring (15) to the engine governor arm (Figure 14-11, Page 141).
4. Install the cable in the accelerator cable bracket and secure it with the “E” ring (7) (Figure 14-11).
5. Before tightening the cable housing retaining nuts, make sure the governed speed adjustment is cor-
rect. See Engine RPM Adjustment on Page 14-14 in the Maintenance and Service Manual.
6. Install the electrical box cover. See WARNINGS below.

WARNING
BECAUSE THE ENGINE MUST BE RUN TO CONDUCT TESTS AND MAKE ADJUSTMENTS, THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY PROCEDURES MUST BE STRICTLY FOLLOWED. FAILURE TO DO SO
COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
• ONLY TRAINED TECHNICIANS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD FOLLOW THE CORRECT PROCEDURES AND
HEED THE WARNINGS IN THIS AND ALL APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS.
• ALWAYS WEAR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHEN SERVICING THIS VEHICLE.
• CHOCK BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR WHEELS TO PREVENT VEHICLE MOVEMENT.
• HOT!! AVOID TOUCHING THE ENGINE AND EXHAUST WHEN WORKING ON THE VEHICLE. A
HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS.
• MOVING PARTS! KEEP HANDS, CLOTHING, AND ALL OTHER OBJECTS AWAY FROM MOVING
PARTS. DO NOT WEAR JEWELRY OR LOOSE CLOTHING.

SECTION 15 - EXHAUST SYSTEM

See 1995 - 1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 16 - TORQUE CONVERTER

GENERAL INFORMATION
With the incorporation of the unitized transaxle on 1997 vehicles, the engine (and therefore the torque con-
verter assembly) rotates clockwise. Because of this, the take-up springs (part of item 10) in the drive clutch,
shown in Figure 16-5 on page 16-7 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual, are now posi-
tioned on the opposite sides of the clutch cover (1) ribs. Also, the drive buttons (7) in the driven clutch,
shown in Figure 16-16 on page 16-13 in the 1995-1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual, are now oppo-
site their former positions.The following illustrations and instructions supersede those in the 1995-1996 DS
Maintenance and Service Manual:

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DRIVE CLUTCH DISASSEMBLY
13-18
G

21

20

19
18
17

7
6
1
5
4
12
13

3 12

11

15 14

16
10

FIGURE 16-5

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 Drive Clutch Disassembly, Continued:
13-18
REMOVE THESE
G ITEMS FROM RIBS

10-24 SCREW

FLAT WASHER

DRIVE BUTTON

DRIVE BUTTON
TAKE UP SPRING

RIBS

FIGURE 16-8

DRIVE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

DRIVE BUTTON TAKE UP

SPRING PROPERLY INSTALLED

FIGURE 16-15

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Step 13 on page 16-12 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, under the heading DRIVE
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, changes as follows: 13-18
13. Install the three drive button take-up springs (10) (Figure 16-5, Page 143) on the ribs of the clutch
cover. The springs must be installed on the right sides of the button mounting posts (when looking into G
the interior of the clutch cover, with the rib at the 12 o’clock position) as shown (See Figure 16-15).

9
7

3
6

5
4
2

10

13

12 1

11

FIGURE 16-16

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 Drive Clutch Assembly, Continued:
13-18
G USING EXTERNAL SNAP
RING PLIERS, REMOVE
RETAINING RING
KEY
4

FIGURE 16-18 FIGURE 16-19

ASSEMBLY OF THE DRIVEN CLUTCH

Step 6 on page 16-16 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, under the heading ASSEMBLY
OF THE DRIVEN CLUTCH, changes as follows:
6. Place the clutch assembly in a press and position the cam press tool (Club Car Part No. 1018091-01)
on the cam as shown (Figure 16-21, this supplement). Hold the fixed face assembly and rotate the
moveable face assembly (1) one third of a turn clockwise, then press the cam (2) onto the fixed face
assembly.

FIRMLY ROTATE
MOVABLE FACE
CAM PRESS TOOL
ASSEMBLY (1)
1/3 OF A TURN
CLOCKWISE. THEN
PRESS CAM (2)
ON FIXED FACE
ASSEMBLY (3)

1
2
3

FIGURE 16-21

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SECTION 17 - TRANSMISSION 13-18
Because the unitized transaxle, which takes the place of both the transaxle and transmission used on earlier G
gasoline vehicles, was incorporated in 1997 DS gasoline vehicles, Section 17 (and Section 9) in the 1995-
1996 DS Maintenance and Service Manual are superseded by Section 10 in this supplement.

SECTION 18 - REAR SUSPENSION,

GASOLINE VEHICLE
This section supersedes Section 18 in the 1995-1996 Maintenance and Service Manual.

GENERAL INFORMATION
The rear suspension of the DS gasoline vehicle is completely independent. It consists of two mono-leaf
springs controlled by two shock absorbers mounted between the springs and the vehicle frame. The engine
is mounted on a plate that is bolted to the transaxle. A snubber, mounted on the front of the engine mounting
plate and contained by brackets on the vehicle frame, controls engine mounting plate motion.

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED TECHNICIANS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY AND HEED ALL
WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY PRIOR TO SERVICING.
• DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING. REMOVE JEWELRY SUCH AS RINGS, WATCHES, CHAINS,
ETC. BEFORE SERVICING VEHICLE.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• HOT! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE HOT MOTOR, RESISTORS, ENGINE, OR EXHAUST
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRIC WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, OR OTHER METAL
COMPONENT.
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE; ALWAYS, BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.

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13-18 SHOCK ABSORBERS
G INSPECTING AND REMOVING SHOCK ABSORBERS
1. Check shock absorbers (7) for fluid leakage at the point where the shaft enters the shock absorber
body. Replace leaking shock absorbers (Figure 18-1).
2. To remove a shock absorber, remove the nut (5), cup washer (9) and rubber bushing (10) from the stem
at the top of the shock absorber (Figure 18-1).

17

BRAKE CABLE
HANGER MOUNTING

17
2
15 4
3

9 15
4
4
1
3 10
15

2
11
1

16
4
13
3
14
7 4

12
9 6

10

10 8
TYPICAL 2
9 PLACES

FIGURE 18-1

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 3. Remove the nut (5), cup washer (9), and rubber bushing (10) from lower mounting stem (Figure 18-1).
4. Compress the shock absorber to remove it.
13-18
INSTALLING SHOCK ABSORBERS G
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. On the upper and lower shock absorber mounting stems, tighten the nuts until the rubber bushing
expands to the size of the cup washer.

MONO-LEAF SPRINGS

REMOVING THE MONO-LEAF SPRINGS

1. Place chocks at the front wheels and lift the rear of the vehicle with a chain hoist or floor jack. Position
jackstands under the frame cross-member between the spring mount and the side stringer, just forward
of each rear wheel. Lower the vehicle to let the jackstands support the vehicle (Figure 18-2). See
WARNING below.

WARNING
• LIFT ONLY ONE END OF A VEHICLE AT A TIME. BEFORE LIFTING, LOCK THE BRAKES AND
CHOCK THE WHEELS THAT REMAIN ON THE FLOOR. USE A SUITABLE LIFTING DEVICE
(CHAIN HOIST OR HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK) WITH 1000 LBS. (454 KG.) MINIMUM LIFTING
CAPACITY. DO NOT USE LIFTING DEVICE TO HOLD VEHICLE IN RAISED POSITION. ALWAYS
USE APPROVED JACKSTANDS OF PROPER WEIGHT CAPACITY TO SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

FIGURE 18-2 FIGURE 18-3

2. Place a floorjack under the transaxle differential casing to support (but not lift) the drivetrain. Raise it
just enough to relieve tension on the shock absorbers without compressing them.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly on the side from which the spring is to be removed.
4. Remove the cotter pin (1) and the clevis pin (2) at the brake lever and brake cable connection and pull
the clevis (3) away from the lever (Figure 18-3). Detach the brake cable from the shock mount bracket
(16) (Figure 18-1).
5. Remove the nut (5), cup washer (9), and rubber bushing (10) from the lower mounting stem of the
shock absorber (Figure 18-1).
6. Remove the nuts (14), lock washers (13), and the U-bolt (11) securing the spring to the transaxle (Fig-
ure 18-1). Remove the shock mount bracket and the U-bolt.

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13-18 7. Remove the bolt (15) and nut (2) attaching the rear spring to the shackle (1) (Figure 18-1, Page 148).
8. Remove the nut (2) and bolt (15) attaching the front of the spring to the vehicle frame (Figure 18-1,
G Page 148) and remove the spring.
9. Inspect the bushings (4) and spacers (3) in the spring eyes and replace them if they are worn or dam-
aged (Figure 18-1, Page 148).

INSTALLING THE MONO-LEAF SPRINGS

1. To install the springs, reverse the removal procedure. See CAUTION below.

CAUTION
• WHEN POSITIONING THE SPRING ON THE TRANSAXLE, BE SURE TO INSERT THE LOCAT-
ING BOLT ON THE SPRING IN THE LOCATING HOLE IN THE TRANSAXLE SADDLE.

2. Tighten the nuts on the U-bolts to 31-38 ft.lbs. (42/51.5 N-m).

THE SNUBBER

WARNING
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD HAVE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN
GENERAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL REPAIR. FOLLOW ALL PROCEDURES EXACTLY
AND HEED ALL WARNINGS STATED IN THIS MANUAL.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN KEY SWITCH OFF, PLACE FORWARD AND REVERSE LEVER IN THE NEUTRAL POSI-
TION, AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
• MOVING PARTS! - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS RUNNING.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL CON-
NECTIONS.
• FRAME GROUND - DO NOT ALLOW WRENCH OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS TO CONTACT
FRAME WHEN DISCONNECTING BATTERY CABLES OR OTHER ELECTRICAL WIRING. NEVER
ALLOW A POSITIVE WIRE TO TOUCH THE VEHICLE FRAME, ENGINE, ENGINE MOUNTING
PLATE, OR OTHER METAL COMPONENT.
• TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS BEFORE SERVICING:
- DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLES, NEGATIVE (-) FIRST.
- DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG.

REMOVING THE SNUBBER

1. Support the drive train with blocks under the engine mounting plate so that the snubber is raised
slightly and does not rest on the vehicle frame.
2. Use a 1/2” wrench and 1/2” socket to remove the two bolts (12) and two nuts (13) securing the snubber
bracket to the engine mounting plate (Figure 18-4), then remove the snubber and bracket from the
vehicle.
3. Pull the snubber from the bracket and replace it with a new one.

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13-18
1. To install the snubber, reverse the removal procedure.
G
REFERENCE
ENGINE
SECTION 13

Clu
bC
14 ar

13

TYPICAL TYPICAL
2 PLACES 12 4 PLACES 16

11
15

Clu
bC
ar

REFERENCE
UNITIZED TRANSAXLE
SECTION 10

FIGURE 18-4

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 SECTIONS
SECTION 19A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 19-25
V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLE E
See Section 19A of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 19B - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,

V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLE
See Section 19B of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 20A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,

POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLE
See Section 20A of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 20B - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,

POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 VEHICLE
See Section 20B of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 21A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,

POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLE
See Section 21A of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 21B - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,

POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLE
See Section 21B of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 22 - BATTERIES
See Section 22 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

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19-25 SECTION 23A - ACCU-POWER BATTERY
E CHARGER
See Section 23A of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 23B - POWERDRIVE BATTERY

CHARGER
See Section 23B of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 24 - MOTOR
See Section 24 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

SECTION 25 - TRANSAXLE,
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
For electric vehicles only, see Section 9 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car
Part Number 1019051-01. Disregard information pertaining to gasoline vehicles.

SECTION 26 - REAR SUSPENSION,

ELECTRIC VEHICLE
See Section 25 of the 1995 - 1996 Maintenance and Service Manual, Club Car Part Number 1019051-01.

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Club Car, Inc.
P.O. Box 204658
Augusta, GA 30917-4658