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Ezgo RXV ELECTRIC User Manual

Ezgo RXV ELECTRIC
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RXV ELECTRIC SERVICE & REPAIR
ISSUED JANUARY 2008 REVISED APRIL 2009
605975

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Ezgo RXV ELECTRIC Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEzgo
ModelRXV ELECTRIC
CategoryUtility Vehicle
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY

NOTES, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Explains the use of NOTE, CAUTION, and WARNING symbols.

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

Details the locations of serial number and date code labels on the vehicle.

TOWING

Provides instructions and warnings for safely towing the vehicle.

SERVICING THE VEHICLE

Presents crucial safety warnings for performing vehicle servicing.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Outlines the general guidelines for keeping the vehicle in optimal service.

REAR AXLE

Specifies the maintenance requirements for the vehicle's rear axle.

TIRES

Instructions for inspecting tire condition and maintaining correct inflation pressures.

VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE

Guidelines for cleaning and caring for the vehicle's body panels and finishes.

SUN TOP AND WINDSHIELD

Information on the protection offered by the sun top and windshield against elements.

HAULING

Warnings and instructions to ensure safety when transporting the vehicle.

HARDWARE

Information on bolt grades and torque specifications for various fasteners.

CAPACITIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

Lists fluid capacities and part numbers for common replacement items.

PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE

Details the schedule for required maintenance tasks and their intervals.

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL

Emphasizes common sense and adherence to warnings for safe operation.

GENERAL OPERATION

Guidelines for responsible and safe vehicle operation procedures.

MAINTENANCE

Safety precautions to be taken during vehicle maintenance.

VENTILATION

Ventilation requirements during battery charging to prevent hazards.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING

Critical safety warnings applicable to all vehicle operations and repairs.

MODIFICATIONS TO VEHICLE

Warnings against modifying the vehicle's weight distribution or stability.

BEFORE SERVICING THE VEHICLE

Pre-service safety checks and essential warnings to observe.

Additional Warnings

Further safety warnings related to electrical systems, battery handling, and tool usage.

BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Procedures and safety precautions for battery removal and installation.

LIFTING THE VEHICLE

Detailed safety procedures for properly lifting and supporting the vehicle.

BODY

GENERAL

General notes on the process of replacing body components.

BODY COMPONENT REPLACEMENT

Step-by-step procedures for replacing various body parts.

BODY CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the vehicle's body and painted surfaces.

PAINTING

Guidelines for repairing paint scratches and body panel damage.

Light Scratches

Detailed steps for repairing light scratches on the vehicle's body.

Minor Scratches

Procedures for addressing minor scratches on the body panels.

Larger Scratches

Steps for effectively repairing larger scratches on the vehicle body.

Complete Panel Repair

Advice on painting or replacing entire body panels for optimal results.

WHEELS AND TIRES

WHEEL AND TIRE SERVICE

General information and critical warnings for servicing wheels and tires.

Tire Repair

Procedures for repairing flat tires, typically using commercial plugs.

Wheel Installation

Instructions for correctly installing wheels and torquing lug nuts.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL (AC MOTOR)

GENERAL

An overview of the electronic speed control system's main components.

Accelerator Pedal Assembly

Procedures for servicing the accelerator pedal assembly and its sensors.

Solenoid Replacement

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the vehicle's solenoid.

Controller

Procedures for removing, installing, and connecting the electronic speed controller.

FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING

MAINTENANCE

Routine maintenance tasks for the front suspension and steering systems.

Tire Wear Diagnosis

How tire wear patterns indicate suspension or alignment issues.

Wheel Alignment

Procedures for checking and adjusting the vehicle's wheel alignment.

Hub Assembly

Steps for removing and installing the front wheel hub assembly.

Spindle Assembly

Procedures for removing and installing the front spindle assembly.

Struts

Steps for removing and installing the front suspension struts.

A-Arm Assembly

Procedures for removing and installing the front A-arm assembly.

Clipboard and Steering Wheel

Steps for removing and installing the clipboard and steering wheel.

Steering Column Assembly and Yoke

Procedures for removing and installing the steering column assembly and yoke.

Rod End / Ball Joint

Inspection and replacement procedures for rod ends and ball joints.

Steering Box

Procedures for removing and installing the steering box.

MOTOR & MOTOR BRAKE

GENERAL

General information regarding serviceable items for the electric motor.

Motor

Procedures for removing and installing the electric motor.

Motor Brake

Procedures for removing and installing the motor brake assembly.

BATTERIES & CHARGING

SAFETY

Essential safety warnings when working on or near vehicle batteries.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Procedures for maintaining batteries at each charging cycle and monthly.

BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing and installing batteries.

PROLONGED STORAGE

Guidelines for maintaining battery health during periods of prolonged storage.

BATTERY CHARGING

Proper procedures and precautions for charging vehicle batteries.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Methods for troubleshooting common battery performance issues.

Hydrometer

Explanation of how to use a hydrometer to test battery charge state.

BATTERY CHARGER

CHARGER DESCRIPTION

Description of the Powerwise QE 48V automatic battery charger.

PORTABLE CHARGER INSTALLATION

Instructions and warnings for installing the portable battery charger.

UNDERSTANDING THE CHARGER

Explanation of charger operation and LED indicator meanings.

LED DISPLAY INFORMATION

Codes and meanings for charger LED operation and fault indicators.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Maintenance procedures for ensuring the battery charger's longevity.

BRAKES

GENERAL

General information regarding the vehicle's brake system components.

Brake Pedal Assembly

Procedures for servicing the brake pedal assembly and its related sensors.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS & WIRING

MAIN WIRING HARNESS

Information on the routing and components of the main wiring harness.

Replacing the Main Wiring Harness

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the main wiring harness.

REPLACING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Procedures for replacing various electrical components.

Run/Tow Switch

Procedure for removing and replacing the vehicle's Run/Tow switch.

Reverse Warning Indicator

Procedure for replacing the reverse warning indicator.

REPLACING ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

Procedures for replacing common electrical accessories like lights and horns.

Head Light Replacement

Steps for removing and installing the headlight assemblies.

Head Light Bulb Replacement

Steps for replacing the headlight bulbs.

Turn signal Bulb Replacement

Steps for replacing the turn signal bulbs.

Head Light Switch Replacement

Procedure for replacing the headlight switch.

Turn Signal Switch Replacement

Procedure for replacing the turn signal switch assembly.

Turn signal Flasher Unit Replacement

Procedure for replacing the turn signal flasher unit.

Tail Light Assembly Replacement

Steps for replacing the tail light assemblies.

Tail Light Lens Replacement

Steps for replacing the tail light lens.

Tail Light Bulb Replacement

Steps for replacing the tail light bulbs.

Horn Button Replacement

Procedure for replacing the horn button switch.

Horn Replacement

Procedure for replacing the vehicle's horn.

State of Charge / Fuel Gauge Replacement

Procedure for replacing the state of charge or fuel gauge.

REAR SUSPENSION

GENERAL

General overview of the rear suspension components and their connections.

SHOCK ABSORBER

Procedures for removing and installing the rear shock absorbers.

REAR LEAF SPRING

Procedures for removing and installing the rear leaf springs.

REAR AXLE

REAR AXLE MAINTENANCE

Maintenance tasks for the rear axle, including torque checks and lubrication.

Checking the Torque to Rotate

Procedure to check the torque required to rotate the axle hub.

Replacing the Lubricant

Steps for replacing the lubricant in the rear axle.

REAR AXLE DISASSEMBLY

General precautions and notes before disassembling the rear axle unit.

Rear Hub

Procedures for removing and installing the vehicle's rear hub assembly.

Axle Shaft, Bearing and Seal Removal and Disassembly

Procedures for removing and disassembling axle shafts, bearings, and seals.

WEATHER PROTECTION

TOP AND WINDSHIELD

Information on the protection offered by the sun top and windshield against weather.

Trailering

Warnings and precautions to ensure safety when trailering the vehicle.

WINDSHIELD

Procedures for removing and installing the vehicle's windshield.

GOLF CAR TOP

Procedures for removing and installing the standard golf car top.

2 + 2 TOP

Procedures for removing and installing the top for the 2+2 seating configuration.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND DIAGNOSTICS

HOW TO USE THE HAND HELD DIAGNOSTIC UNIT

Guide on connecting and operating the diagnostic unit for troubleshooting.

MENUS

Overview of the diagnostic unit's menu structure and navigation for accessing data.

DIAGNOSTICS REPORT (real time read only)

Explanation of real-time diagnostic data parameters displayed by the unit.

ERROR MESSAGES

List and interpretation of error messages generated by the vehicle's system.

WARNING MESSAGES

List and interpretation of warning messages generated by the vehicle's system.

SETTING TOP SPEED AND PERFORMANCE PROFILES (read and write)

How to adjust vehicle speed settings and performance profiles using the diagnostic tool.

COURSE ENERGY CONSUMPTION (read only)

How to record and view course energy consumption data for analysis.

ERROR AND WARNING TABLE

A detailed table of error codes, their possible causes, diagnostic steps, and actions.

DIGITAL VOLT OHM METER

Information on using a DVOM for essential electrical troubleshooting.

ACCESSORY WIRING HARNESS

Checking the accessory wiring harness for power and continuity issues.

POWER SUPPLY

Procedures for checking the vehicle's power supply and battery condition.

LIGHTNING PROTECTION AND GROUNDING

Grounding Requirements

Primary functions of building ground systems for safety and equipment protection.

Ground Systems

How electronic equipment relates to earth ground and system components.

Lightning Protection Requirements

Requirements for designing and installing lightning protection systems.

Equipment Fault and Personal Safety System

Method for providing equipment fault protection ground networks.

Ground Network Requirements

Installing conduit and ground conductors according to regulations.

External Grounding Requirements

Best practices for earth electrode installation and surveys.

Materials

Specifications for ground rod electrodes and conductors.

Earth Electrode System

Components of the earth electrode system.

Lightning Protection System

How the lightning protection system provides a path to ground.

Equipment Fault and Personal Safety System

Grounding conductors for AC distribution and DC chargers.

SPECIFICATIONS

RXV ELECTRIC - FLEET VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed specifications for the RXV Electric Fleet model.

RXV ELECTRIC - FREEDOM VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed specifications for the RXV Electric Freedom model.

RXV ELECTRIC - SHUTTLE 2 + 2 VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed specifications for the RXV Electric Shuttle 2+2 model.

Fleet & Freedom Vehicle Dimensions

Overall dimensions for the Fleet and Freedom vehicle models.

Shuttle 2 + 2 Vehicle Dimensions

Overall dimensions for the Shuttle 2+2 vehicle model.

Vehicle Incline Specifications and Turning Diameter

Maximum incline capabilities and turning diameter specifications.

Powerwise QE 48V Charger

Dimensions and specifications for the Powerwise QE 48V battery charger.

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