Club Car 2007 Precedent User manual

Owner’sManual
2007
PrecedentGolf
Car
ElectricandGasoline

P. O. Box 204658
Augusta, Georgia 30917-4658 USA
Telephone [phone]
Service Parts Fax [phone]
www.clubcar.com
2007 Precedent Golf Car Owner’s Manual Page 1
NOTICE
The Club Car Limited Lifetime Warranty for owners of Precedent golf cars 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 the completed vehicle warranty registra-
tion form.
Club Car is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the
use of the material in this manual.
This vehicle conforms to the current American National Standards Institute’s Z130 Safety and Performance
Requirements for Golf Cars. This standard, which promotes safety in the design, application, and operation of
golf cars, defines a golf car as “a vehicle used to convey a person or persons and equipment to play the game
of golf in an 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 manual may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the written consent
of Club Car, Inc.
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
units previously sold.
These vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for automobiles or to FMVSS 500
for low-speed vehicles, and are not equipped for operation on public streets, roads, or highways.
Copyright © 2006, 2007, Club Car, Inc.
Club Car, Precedent, and PowerDrive
are registered trademarks of Club Car, Inc.
This manual effective July 31, 2006.

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FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Club Car, the name most widely recognized as the industry leader in vehicle efficiency
and long-lasting value. You have chosen the finest golf car on the market. Please protect your investment and
ensure that your Club Car provides years of reliable, superior performance by reading and following the main-
tenance instructions 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 oper-
ating instructions and safety precautions in this manual. These instructions must be followed in order to avoid
the risk of severe personal injury. If you rent or loan your vehicle to others, we recommend that you ask them
to read this manual before they operate the vehicle.
Club Car products are backed by a customer support system designed to offer you fast, courteous service. In
the event that your golf car needs repairs or service, we recommend that your local authorized Club Car rep-
resentative perform them. For the name and address of the Club Car representative nearest you, logon to our
web site at www.clubcar.com or call 1-800-ClubCar (258-2227). If you would prefer to write to us, direct your
letter to: Club Car, Attention: Marketing Services, P.O. Box 204658, Augusta, Georgia 30917-4658 USA. Your
local authorized Club Car representative can also provide technical advice, parts, and service manuals.
We hope you will consider this owner’s manual a permanent part of your golf car. If you sell the vehicle, please
include the manual so that the next owner will have the important operating, safety, and maintenance infor-
mation it contains.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE ITEMS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Engine Oil Filter (286 cc and 351 cc)
CCI P/N 1016467 Battery (gasoline vehicle) CCI P/N 1012328
Engine Air Filter (286 cc and 351 cc)
CCI P/N 1015426 Spark Plug O.H.V. (286 cc and 351 cc) CCI P/N 101881101
Engine Fuel Filter (286 cc and 351cc)
CCI P/N 102003201 Spring Tune-Up Kit CCI P/N 101611003
Battery Terminal Protector Spray
CCI P/N 1014305 Battery, 12 Volt (electric vehicle) CCI P/N 102511301 (wet)
Dry Moly Lube
CCI P/N 1012151
Fuse, 10 Amp, Starting Circuit (gasoline vehicle)
Fuse under Seat near Solenoid
CCI P/N 1012295
Fuse, 15 Amp, Tow/Run Switch (electric vehicle)
Fuse under Seat beneath Electronics Module Cover
CCI P/N 102538601
Fuse, 10 Amp, HeadLight Circuit (if equipped)
Fuse under Seat beneath Electronics Module Cover
CCI P/N 1012295
Fuse, 0.5 Amp, Brake Light Circuit (if equipped)
Fuse under Floormat beneath Floor Cover Plate
CCI P/N AM1214301

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Vehicle Feature Identification .................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Details ............................................................................................................................................ 9
General Warnings ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Battery Disconnection ................................................................................................................................ 11
General Information ................................................................................................................................... 11
Model Identification .................................................................................................................................... 12
Safety Committee ...................................................................................................................................... 12
Controls and Indicators – Electric Vehicles ............................................................................................... 13
Controls and Indicators – Gasoline Vehicles ............................................................................................. 17
Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist ................................................................................................. 21
Performance Inspection ............................................................................................................................. 22
Driving Instructions .................................................................................................................................... 23
Towing ....................................................................................................................................................... 26
Transporting on a Trailer ........................................................................................................................... 26
Storage – Electric Vehicle ......................................................................................................................... 27
Storage – Gasoline Vehicle ....................................................................................................................... 28
Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................. 30
Periodic Service Schedules ....................................................................................................................... 31
Periodic Lubrication Schedules ................................................................................................................ 34
Vehicle Controller – Electric Vehicles ........................................................................................................ 36
Batteries – Electric Vehicles ...................................................................................................................... 36
Battery Charger – Electric Vehicles ........................................................................................................... 39
Single Point Watering System (SPWS) ..................................................................................................... 42
Battery – Gasoline Vehicles ...................................................................................................................... 43
Engine Oil – Gasoline Vehicles ................................................................................................................. 45
Fueling Instructions – Gasoline Vehicles ................................................................................................... 48
Cleaning the Vehicle .................................................................................................................................. 48
Accessories ............................................................................................................................................... 49
Subsequent Owner Registration ................................................................................................................ 49
Precedent Villager 4 .................................................................................................................................. 50
Vehicle Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 52

Vehicle Feature Identification
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ELECTRIC PRECEDENT
OFF ON
This vehicle does not conform to ANSI Z130.1 -
“Standard for Golf Cars - Safety and Performance
Requirements” because it is capable of speeds in
excess of 15 miles per hour. Exercise caution.
IMPORTANT
NOTICE
CCI 102555901
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CCI 102518001
• Read owner’s manual and dash-mounted safety warnings prior to driving.
• Study and understand controls.
TO OPERATE
• Turn wheels to desired direction and ensure path is clear.
• Turn key to ON position.
• While stopped, place Forward/Reverse switch in desired position:
F – Forward N – Neutral R – Reverse (Buzzer will sound)
• Park brake will release and vehicle will start moving when
accelerator pedal is pressed.
• Slowly press accelerator pedal to increase speed.
• To stop, release accelerator pedal and press brake pedal.
BEFORE LEAVING
• Press park brake pedal until it locks and holds vehicle.
• Place Forward/Reverse switch in NEUTRAL position.
• Turn key OFF and remove key when not in use.
MOTOR BRAKING
• Electric motor braking provides speed regulation functions.
• For parked vehicle, beeping alarm indicates vehicle roll away.
• In operation, beeping alarm indicates reduction in motor braking.
• Apply brakes to further reduce vehicle speed as required.
• System is activated only when tow switch is in the RUN position.
• When towing this vehicle, tow switch must be in the TOW position.
BATTERY
WARNING
LIGHT
BRAKE PEDAL
PARK BRAKE PEDAL
ACCELERATOR
PEDAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DECAL
KEY SWITCH
PRIVATE SPEED DECAL
(IQ VEHICLES WITH PRIVATE SPEED OPTION)

Vehicle Feature Identification
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ELECTRIC PRECEDENT
FR
CCI 102518101
WARNING
!
• Do not store items in battery
compartment.
• Place Run/Tow switch in TOW
position before performing any of
the following:
- Disconnecting or connecting
battery cables
- Towing this vehicle
- Extended storage
- Servicing the vehicle
BATTERY EXPLOSION COULD
RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY
CCI 102519401
WARNING
!
• Place Run/Tow switch in TOW
position before performing any of
the following:
- Disconnecting or connecting
battery cables
- Towing this vehicle
- Extended storage
- Servicing the vehicle
• Do not store items in battery
compartment.
• Do not operate vehicle without the
cover properly installed.
• Keep electronic components dry.
• See vehicle maintenance and
service manual before servicing.
BATTERY EXPLOSION /
ELECTRICAL COMPONENT
DAMAGE
• Do not place component mounting
plate directly on top of batteries,
when removing or installing plate.
• Remove plate from vehicle
completely.
102527501
WARNING
!
SHORTING OF BATTERY
TERMINALS CAN CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
CCI 103238501
• The weight of each battery is in excess of 80 lb (36.3 kg).
• Lift batteries only with the aid of an assistant.
HEAVY LIFTING CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY
WARNING
!
• Do not operate vehicle without this cover properly installed.
• Do not direct water stream in the area of the cover without
cover securely in place.
• See vehicle maintenance and service manual before servicing.
CCI 102518301
CAUTION
EXPOSURE TO WATER MAY
DAMAGE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
CHARGER
RECEPTACLE
BATTERY DANGER
DECAL
(ON VEHICLES
EQUIPPED WITH
SINGLE POINT
WATERING SYSTEM)
(ON ELECTRICAL COMPONENT COVER)
TOW/RUN DECAL
(ON ELECTRICAL COMPONENT
COVER)
TOW/RUN DECAL
(ON REAR WALL OF BATTERY BUCKET)
BATTERY TERMINAL WARNING DECAL
(ON ELECTRICAL COMPONENT
MOUNTING PLATE)
WATER EXPOSURE DECAL
FORWARD/REVERSE
SWITCH
HEAVY LIFTING DECAL
(ON REAR WALL OF BATTERY BUCKET)

Vehicle Feature Identification
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GASOLINE PRECEDENT
BRAKE PEDAL
PARK BRAKE PEDAL
ACCELERATOR
PEDAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DECAL
KEY SWITCH
LOW OIL
WARNING
LIGHT
OFF ON
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CCI 102519201
• Read owner's manual and safety warnings located on dash panel prior
to driving.
• Study and understand controls.
TO OPERATE
• Turn wheels to desired direction and ensure path is clear.
• Turn key to ON position.
• While stopped, place shift lever in desired position:
F – Forward N – Neutral R – Reverse (Buzzer will sound)
• Park brake will release and vehicle will start moving when accelerator
pedal is pressed.
• Slowly press accelerator pedal to increase speed.
• To stop, release accelerator pedal and press brake pedal.
BEFORE LEAVING
• Press park brake pedal until it locks and holds vehicle.
• Place Forward/Reverse switch in NEUTRAL position.
• Turn key OFF and remove key when not in use.

Vehicle Feature Identification
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GASOLINE PRECEDENT
FNR
WARNING
!
BATTERY EXPLOSION / FIRE
CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
• Do not contact positive (+)
battery post or cable to frame.
•
Disconnect negative (–) cable first.
• Negative (–) frame ground.
CCI 102517901
CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
Rotating parts
HOT
manifold & muffler
KEEP CLEAR
CCI 101960501
WARNING
!
CCI 102517801
WARNING
!
• No sparks or open flame near fuel or fuel tank. • Turn fuel valve ( ) on during operation.
• No smoking near fuel or fuel tank. • Turn fuel valve ( ) off during storage or transport.
• Stop engine and allow to cool before refueling.
GASOLINE EXPLOSION / FIRE CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH
• Do not tamper with engine governor adjustment.
EXCESSIVE SPEED CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH
CHOKE
FORWARD/REVERSE
HANDLE
ROTATING PARTS AND
HOT MANIFOLD DECAL
(ON STARTER/GENERATOR, ENGINE, AND TRANSAXLE)
FRAME GROUND
(NEAR BATTERY)
(NEAR FUEL TANK)
GASOLINE WARNING DECAL
AND GOVERNOR WARNING DECAL

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PROPOSITION 65 - STATE OF CALIFORNIA
This product contains or emits chemicals or substances that have been determined
by the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
!WARNING
Rotating Parts
Practice Safety
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 us. That is why
before operating the vehicle, we urge you to review the information in this manual.
Understand and become familiar with the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION 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.