2009-2011PrecedentGolfCar Owner’sManual

2009-2011 Precedent Golf CarOwner’s ManualElectric and Gasoline

NOTICEWarranty information appears at the end of this manual. No other warranties, expressed or implied, are contained herein.Your authorized representative checked the vehicle before it was delivered to you and will provide you a copy of thecompleted vehicle warranty registration form.Club Car is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the use ofthe material in this manual.The two-passenger golf vehicle conforms to the current American National Standards Institute’s Z130 Safety andPerformance Requirements for Golf Cars. This standard, which promotes safety in the design, application, and operationof golf cars, defines a golf car as “a vehicle used to convey a person or persons and equipment to play the game of golf inan area designated as a golf course.” Throughout this manual, the words “golf car” and “vehicle” are used interchangeably.This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manualmay be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the written consent of Club Car, LLC.The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.Club Car reserves the right to make design changes to vehicles without obligation to make these changes on unitspreviously sold.These vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for automobiles or to FMVSS 500 for low-speedvehicles, and are not equipped for operation on public streets, roads, or highways.If in English, this manual is the Original Instructions provided by the manufacturer. If in any language other than English,this manual is a translation of the Original Instructions.P.O. Box 204658Augusta, Georgia 30917–4658 USATelephone 706–863–3000Service Parts Fax 706–855–7413www.clubcar.comCopyright 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 Club Car, LLCClub Car, Tranquility, and ArmorFlexare registered trademarks of Club Car, LLCThis manual effective August 1, 20082009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s ManualPage 1

FOREWORDThank you for choosing Club Car, the name most widely recognized as the industry leader in vehicle efficiencyand long-lasting value. You have chosen the finest golf car on the market. Please protect your investment andensure that your Club Car provides years of reliable, superior performance by reading and following the maintenanceinstructions in this manual.Your comfort and safety are important to us as well, so we urge you to read and follow the step-by-step operatinginstructions and safety precautions in this manual. These instructions must be followed in order to avoid the risk ofsevere personal injury. If you rent or loan your vehicle to others, we recommend that you ask them to read this manualbefore they operate the vehicle.Club Car products are backed by a customer support system designed to offer you fast, courteous service. In the eventthat your golf car needs repairs or service, please contact your local authorized Club Car dealer or distributor, who willbe able to provide technical advice, perform warranty work, and sell parts and service manuals. For the name andaddress of the authorized Club Car dealer or distributor nearest you, logon to our web site at www.clubcar.com orcall 1-800-ClubCar (258-2227). If you would prefer to write to us, direct your letter to: Club Car, Attention: MarketingServices, P.O. Box 204658, Augusta, Georgia 30917-4658 USA.We hope you will consider this owner’s manual a permanent part of your golf car. If you sell the vehicle, please includethe manual so that the next owner will have the important operating, safety, and maintenance information it contains.REGULAR MAINTENANCE ITEMSPERIODIC MAINTENANCE ITEMSEngine Oil Filter (286 cc and 351 cc)Spark Plug O.H.V. (286 cc and 351 cc)CC P/N 1016467Either CC P/N AM1232301 or 101881101Engine Air Filter (286 cc and 351 cc)Spring Tune-Up KitCC P/N 102558201CC P/N AM1262501Fuse, 10 Amp, Starting Circuit (gasoline vehicle)Engine Fuel Filter (286 cc and 351cc)Fuse under Seat near SolenoidCC P/N 102003201CC P/N 1012295Fuse, 15 Amp, Tow/Run Switch (electric vehicle)Battery Terminal Protector SprayFuse under Seat beneath Electronics Module CoverCC P/N 1014305CC P/N 102538601Fuse, 10 Amp, Headlight Circuit (if equipped)Dry Moly LubeFuse under Seat beneath Electronics Module CoverCC P/N 1012151CC P/N 1012295Fuse, 0.5 Amp, Brake Light Circuit (if equipped)Fuse under Floormat beneath Floor Cover PlateCC P/N AM1214301Page 22009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSafety Decal and Feature Identification . 4Practice Safety . 10Proposition 65 – State of California . 10Safety Details .11General Warnings.11General Information . 16Model Identification. 16Safety Committee . 16Controls and Indicators – Electric Vehicles . 17Controls and Indicators – Gasoline Vehicles . 22Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist . 26Driving Instructions . 28Towing . 30Transporting on a Trailer . 31Storage – Electric Vehicle. 31Storage – Gasoline Vehicle . 33Maintenance . 34Periodic Service Schedules . 35Periodic Lubrication Schedules. 40Batteries – Electric Vehicles . 42Battery Charger – Electric Vehicles . 46Single Point Watering System (SPWS). 49Battery – Gasoline Vehicles. 51Engine Oil – Gasoline Vehicles . 52Fueling Instructions – Gasoline Vehicles . 55Cleaning the Vehicle . 56Accessories. 56Subsequent Owner Registration . 57Precedent Four-Passenger Vehicle. 57Vehicle Specifications . 59Warranties. 61EC Declaration of Conformity . 652009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s ManualPage 3

Safety Decal and Feature IdentificationSAFETY DECAL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATIONThe following pages contain safety decal and feature identification information. For detailed information on specificfeatures, read the appropriate section in this manual.Page 42009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s Manual

Safety Decal and Feature IdentificationELECTRIC PRECEDENT41256789320111101825101Decal, On/Off Key Switch (above key switch)6Battery Warning Light2102518001Decal, Operating Instructions (on steering wheel)7Accelerator Pedal3102519301Decal, Rollover Warning (on instrument panel)8Brake Pedal41025559019Park Brake Pedal5103783001Decal, Private Speed Notice (below instrumentpanel) (With Private Speed Notice optional)Decal, Operating Instructions (on steering wheel)2009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s ManualPage 5

Safety Decal and Feature IdentificationELECTRIC 4103384701Page 6Tag, SPWS Battery Warning (on battery wateringtubes) (with Single-Point Watering System option)Decal, Battery Weight Warning (On battery bucket,5103384801Decal, Tow/Run Warning6Tow/Run SwitchDecal, Water Exposure Caution7Forward/Reverse ControlDecal, Battery Terminal Warning8Battery Charger Receptacleunder seat) (vehicles with 12-volt batteries)2009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s Manual

Safety Decal and Feature IdentificationGASOLINE PRECEDENT1245687320121101825101Decal, On/Off Key Switch (above key switch)5Low Oil Warning Light2102519201Decal, Operating Instructions (on steering wheel)6Accelerator Pedal3102519301Decal, Rollover Warning (on instrument panel)7Brake Pedal4103783002Decal, Operating Instructions (on steering wheel)8Park Brake Pedal2009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s ManualPage 7

Safety Decal and Feature IdentificationGASOLINE PRECEDENT1295110196050121025178013102517901Page 8Decal, Rotating Parts/Hot Manifold Warning (onengine, starter/generator, and transaxle)Decal, Gas/Governor Warning (on fuel tankhold-down bracket)4Choke5Forward/Reverse ControlDecal, Frame Ground Warning (on vehicle frame,under seat)2009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s Manual

Safety Decal and Feature IdentificationPRECEDENT VILLAGER 42341415Decal, Falling Off Warning (on rear-facing seat1101705701hand rail and/or on back side of forward-facing seat 4Foot restbacks)2Hand hold3Hand rail2009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s ManualPage 9

Practice SafetyPRACTICE SAFETY399Figure 1Practice SafetySafety signs like you see above may at first seem shocking, but their impact is mild compared with the realityof severe personal injury.Your safety and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. That is why before operating the vehicle, we urgeyou to review the information in this manual. Understand and become familiar with the DANGER, WARNING, andCAUTION statements and procedures it contains, along with the safety decals that are affixed to your vehicle.Take time to understand the language of safety. It is a language that can save your life.PROPOSITION 65 – STATE OF CALIFORNIAWARNING This product contains or emits chemicals or substances that have been determined by the state ofCalifornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.Page 102009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s Manual

Safety DetailsSAFETY DETAILSWARNING This owner’s manual should be read completely before attempting to drive or service the vehicle.Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could result in property damage, severe personalinjury, or death.It is important to note that some vital statements throughout this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle arepreceded by the words DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. For your protection, we recommend that you take specialnotice of these safety precautions. Safety precautions are essential and must be followed.Throughout this manual and on the operation and safety decals affixed to the vehicle, the words “golf car” and“vehicle” are used interchangeably. “Golf car” is defined in the Notice of this manual and no other representation isstated or implied.If any of the operation or safety decals on the vehicle become damaged, have been removed or cannot be easilyread, they should be replaced immediately to avoid possible property damage, personal injury, or death. Contact yourdistributor/dealer.DANGER A DANGER indicates an immediate hazard that will result in severe personal injury or death.WARNING A WARNING indicates an immediate hazard that could result in severe personal injury or death.CAUTION A CAUTION with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazard or unsafe practice that could result inminor personal injury.CAUTION A CAUTION without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that couldresult in property damage.GENERAL WARNINGSThe following safety statements must be heeded whenever the vehicle is being operated, repaired, or serviced. Vehiclefeature identification information is also included. See Safety Decal and Feature Identification on page 4. Otherspecific safety statements appear throughout this manual and on the vehicle.DANGER Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and servicearea. Ventilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area. Wear a full face shield andrubber gloves when working on or near batteries.DANGER CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE2009-2011 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s ManualPage 11