Club Car DS 1998 User manual

ManManual Number 1019682-01ual Number 1019682-01
Print Code 0897B1297APrint Code 0897B1297A

WARNING
• THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS
CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE
CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS, OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

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NOTICE
The Club Car Limited Warranty for owners of single golf cars appears on the pages following this notice, and
the Limited Lifetime Fleet Warranty appears on the last pages of this manual. No other warranties, express or
implied, are contained herein. Your authorized representative checked this vehicle before it was delivered to
you and will provide a completed warranty registration card to you.
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 “vehi-
cle” 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 either gasoline or electric vehicles without obligation
to make these changes on units previously sold.
These vehicles are designed and manufactured for off-road use only. They do not conform to Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards or EPA regulations and are not equipped for operation on public streets, roads, or
highways.
©1997 Club Car, Inc.
Club Car, Armorflex, PowerDrive,
PowerDrive Plus, and Tranquility are
registered trademarks of Club Car, Inc.
This manual effective August 18, 1997

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CLUB CAR LIMITED THREE (3) YEAR WARRANTY FOR SINGLE 1998
GOLF CARS IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
1. WARRANTY:
CLUB CAR, INC. (“CLUB CAR”) hereby warrants to the original retail purchaser that its new 1998 Model DS
golf car purchased from CLUB CAR or an authorized distributor or dealer for use in the United States or Can-
ada shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service as a golf car for
the periods stated below, subject to the provisions, limitations, and exclusions contained in this limited war-
ranty.
LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY:
The golf car frame (excluding the front and rear bumper mounts), rack and pinion steering gearbox unit, sus-
pension system (defined as the shock absorbers, shock mounts, A-plate, leaf springs, shackles, and associ-
ated hardware), gasoline engine, unitized transaxle, torque converters (drive and driven), starter generator,
transaxle (electric vehicle), and electric motor are warranted with respect to parts and labor against defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY:
All remaining components of the golf car not specified otherwise, except options and accessories, are war-
ranted with respect to parts and labor against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years
from the date of purchase.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY:
All original equipment options and accessories supplied by Club Car are warranted with respect to parts and
labor against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
This limited warranty covers materials, workmanship, and repair labor cost as to those items specifically
listed above for the periods specified. Such repair labor shall be performed only by CLUB CAR, its authorized
distributors or dealers, or a service agency approved by CLUB CAR.
IF THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM IS NOT COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO CLUB CAR AT
THE TIME OF THE ORIGINAL RETAIL SALE, PURCHASER MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF DATE OF PUR-
CHASE WITH ANY WARRANTY CLAIM.
2. EXCLUSIONS:
Excluded from any CLUB CAR warranty are all fuses, filters, decals (except safety decals), spark plugs, lubri-
cants, trim pieces, seats, routine wear items such as the charger plug and receptacle, brake shoes, belts,
brushes, bushings, engine mounts, mats and pads, maintenance adjustments, cosmetic deterioration, and
items which deteriorate or fail due to exposure or ordinary wear and tear. Batteries, battery charger, on-board
computer, and solid state controller are covered by separate CLUB CAR warranties. Tires are warranted by
their manufacturer. Also excluded from any CLUB CAR warranty is damage to a golf car or component
resulting from a cause other than a defect including unreasonable or unintended strain or use, improper
installation of accessories, installation of parts or accessories that are not original equipment, overloading,
accident, alteration, abuse, or neglect.
Transportation expenses for warranty service are also excluded from this warranty.
3. VOIDING OF WARRANTY:
THIS AND ANY OTHER WARRANTY SHALL BE VOID IF THE GOLF CAR IS ABUSED OR USED IN AN
UNINTENDED MANNER OR SHOWS INDICATIONS THAT IT HAS BEEN ALTERED IN ANY WAY,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION OF THE SPEED GOVERNOR, BRAKING SYSTEM,
STEERING, TRANSAXLE, OR OTHER OPERATING SYSTEMS OF THE CAR TO CAUSE IT TO PERFORM
OUTSIDE CLUB CAR SPECIFICATIONS. THE WARRANTY IS LIKEWISE VOID IF THE CAR SHOWS
INDICATIONS THAT REASONABLE OR NECESSARY MAINTENANCE AS OUTLINED IN THE OWNER’S

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MANUAL AND MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL WAS NOT PERFORMED AT THE TIME AND IN
THE MANNER SPECIFIED IN SUCH MANUALS.
4. SOLE REMEDY:
CLUB CAR’S ONLY LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OR IN ANY ACTION, WHETHER
BASED UPON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT PRODUCT LIABILITY, OR OTHER-
WISE, IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT CLUB CAR’S OPTION, OF A GOLF CAR OR
COMPONENT THEREOF THAT CLUB CAR DEEMS TO BE DEFECTIVE. REPLACEMENT SHALL MEAN
FURNISHING, DURING THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD, A NEW GOLF CAR OR FAC-
TORY RECONDITIONED VEHICLE OR COMPONENT THEREOF WHICH IS IDENTICAL OR REASON-
ABLY EQUIVALENT TO THE WARRANTED PRODUCT OR COMPONENT AT NO COST TO THE
PURCHASER. REPAIR SHALL MEAN REMEDYING A DEFECT IN THE GOLF CAR OR COMPONENT
THEREOF AT NO COST TO THE PURCHASER DURING THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY
PERIOD. IF CLUB CAR ELECTS TO REPAIR THE GOLF CAR, IT MAY PROVIDE FACTORY RECONDI-
TIONED PARTS OR COMPONENTS. ALL PARTS AND COMPONENTS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY
SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CLUB CAR.
5. HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM:
To make a warranty claim under this limited warranty, you must present the golf car or defective component
to an authorized CLUB CAR distributor or dealer or send the defective component, freight prepaid, to WAR-
RANTY ADMINISTRATION, CLUB CAR, INC., P.O. Box 204658, 4152 Washington Road, Augusta, Georgia
30907-4658.
6. DISCLAIMER:
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. CLUB CAR MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS OR TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WAR-
RANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY CLUB CAR AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. THE
PURCHASER AND CLUB CAR EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT THE REMEDY OF REPLACEMENT OR
REPAIR OF THE DEFECTIVE GOLF CAR OR COMPONENT THEREOF IS THE EXCLUSIVE AND SOLE
REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. CLUB CAR MAKES NO OTHER REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY
OF ANY KIND, AND NO REPRESENTATIVE, EMPLOYEE, DISTRIBUTOR OR DEALER OF CLUB CAR
HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR IMPLY ANY REPRESENTATION, PROMISE OR AGREEMENT
WHICH IN ANY WAY VARIES THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY.
7. NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES:
IN NO EVENT SHALL CLUB CAR BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
AGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS RELATED TO PROPERTY OTHER THAN THE GOLF
CAR, LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, OR ANY OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS.
Some states allow neither limitation on the duration of an implied warranty nor exclusions or limitation of inci-
dental or consequential damages. Therefore, the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
8. INFORMATION:
For further information contact WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION, CLUB CAR, INC., P.O. Box 204658,
Augusta, Georgia 30917-4658, U.S.A., 706-863-3000.
9. WARNING:
Any modification or alteration of any golf car beyond factory specifications, including those that affect the
weight distribution, stability, or speed of the golf car, can cause serious personal injury or death.

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FOREWORD
Thank you for choosing Club Car, the golf car most widely recognized as the industry leader in vehicle effi-
ciency and long-lasting value. Whether you have chosen the DS Gasoline or DS Electric, 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 returning your Warranty Registration (provided by your distributor/
dealer), and by reading and following the maintenance 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 procedures 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, call 706-
863-3000, Ext. 2601. If you would prefer to write to us, direct your letter to: Club Car, Attention: Product
Development Department, P.O. Box 204658, Augusta, Ga. 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
information it contains.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Feature Identification - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Feature Identification - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Model Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Pre-Operation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Driving Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Transporting on a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Storage - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Storage - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Periodic Service Schedule - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Periodic Service Schedule - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Periodic Lubrication Schedule - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Periodic Lubrication Schedule - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Vehicle Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Engine Oil - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Fueling Instructions - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Battery - Gasoline Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Batteries - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Battery Charger - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Vehicle Controller - Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Accessories and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Subsequent Owner Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Fairway Villager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Vehicle Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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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 owner’s manual, and to read, understand, and heed the
warnings in this manual, as well as the safety decals on your vehicle, before operat-
ing the vehicle.
Take time to understand the language of safety. It is a language that can save your
life.
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WARNING
Moving Parts
Practice Safety

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SAFETY DETAILS
It is important to note that some vital statements throughout this manual and on the decals affixed to the
vehicle are preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTE. For your protection, we rec-
ommend that you take special notice of these safety procedures. Safety procedures are essential and must
be followed.
Throughout this manual and on the operation and warning 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 repre-
sentation is stated or implied.
If any of the operation or warning decals on the vehicle become damaged, have been removed or cannot be
easily read, they should be replaced immediately to avoid possible personal injury, property damage, or
death. Contact your CLUB CAR distributor/dealer.
GENERAL WARNINGS
The safety procedures listed must be followed whenever the vehicle is being operated, repaired, or
serviced. Other specific warnings appear throughout this manual and on the vehicle.
• 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 PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
• A DANGER INDICATES AN IMMEDIATE HAZARD WHICH WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PER-
SONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
• A WARNING INDICATES AN IMMEDIATE HAZARD WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PER-
SONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
• A CAUTION INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROD-
UCT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR MINOR PERSONAL INJURY.
• A NOTE PROVIDES KEY INFORMATION TO MAKE PROCEDURES MORE EASILY UNDER-
STOOD.
• GASOLINE VAPORS - FLAMMMABLE! EXPLOSIVE! DO NOT SMOKE. KEEP SPARKS AND
FLAMES AWAY FROM THE AREA OF THE VEHICLE. SERVICE ONLY IN WELL-VENTILATED
AREAS.
WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
DANGER

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General Warnings, Continued:
•DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTILA-
TION. ENGINE PRODUCES CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS AN ODORLESS, DEADLY POISON.
•BATTERY VAPORS - FLAMMMABLE! EXPLOSIVE! DO NOT SMOKE. KEEP SPARKS AND
FLAMES AWAY FROM THE AREA OF THE VEHICLE. SERVICE ONLY IN WELL-VENTILATED
AREAS.
•A GOLF CAR WILL NOT PROVIDE PROTECTION FROM LIGHTNING, FLYING OBJECTS, OR
OTHER STORM RELATED HAZARDS. IF CAUGHT IN A STORM WHILE DRIVING A GOLF CAR,
EXIT THE VEHICLE AND SEEK SHELTER IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE SAFETY
GUIDELINES FOR YOUR LOCATION.
• ONLY TRAINED MECHANICS SHOULD REPAIR OR SERVICE THE VEHICLE. ANYONE DOING
EVEN SIMPLE REPAIRS OR SERVICE SHOULD FOLLOW THE PROCEDURES EXACTLY AS
STATED IN THIS MANUAL, AND OBEY ALL DANGERS , WARNINGS , AND CAUTIONS LISTED IN
THIS MANUAL AS WELL AS THOSE AFFIXED TO THE VEHICLE.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR APPROVED EYE PROTECTION WHEN SERVICING THE
VEHICLE. WEAR A FULL FACE SHIELD WHEN WORKING WITH BATTERIES.
• TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF , REMOVE THE KEY, CHOCK THE WHEELS, PLACE THE FOR-
WARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN NEUTRAL , AND DISCONNECT BATTERY(IES) PRIOR TO
SERVICING THE VEHICLE:
- ON GASOLINE VEHICLES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY LEAD FIRST.
- ON POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES, PLACE TOW SWITCH IN THE TOW POSITION BEFORE
DISCONNECTING BATTERIES.
- FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERY DISCONNECT, SEE FIGURES 1 AND 2.
• ALWAYS USE INSULATED TOOLS WHEN WORKING AROUND BATTERIES OR ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS.
• IMPROPER USE OF THE VEHICLE OR FAILURE TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN IT, COULD RESULT
IN DECREASED VEHICLE PERFORMANCE OR SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.
• ANY MODIFICATION OR CHANGE TO THE VEHICLE WHICH AFFECTS THE STABILITY OR
HANDLING OF THE VEHICLE, OR INCREASES MAXIMUM VEHICLE SPEED BEYOND FACTORY
SPECIFICATIONS, COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
DANGER
WARNING
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
NEG.
POS.
POS.
NEG.
#1
#2
#5
#6
#4 #3
FRONT OF CAR
V-GLIDE 36 VOLT ELECTRIC VEHICLE
DISCONNECT HERE
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
POS.
NEG.
#1
#2#5
#6
#4
#3
FRONT OF CAR
DS POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND
POWERDRIVE PLUS WITH MOTOR BRAKING
DISCONNECT HERE

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OFF ON
OIL
WARNING
LIGHT
DRIVER / PASSENGER
WARNING DECAL
KEY SWITCH
SERIAL NUMBER
BRAKE PEDAL
PARK BRAKE PEDAL
GASOLINE WARNING DECAL
(ON VEHICLE FRAME NEAR FUEL TANK)
MOVING PARTS AND
HOT MANIFOLD DECAL
(ON STARTER/GENERATOR AND ENGINE)
PERIODIC SERVICE DECAL
(ON AIR INTAKE BOX)
FRAME GROUND AND
GOVERNOR WARNING DECAL
(ON VEHICLE FRAME NEAR BATTERY)
ACCELERATOR
PEDAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DECAL
CHOKE
FN R
FORWARD / REVERSE
LEVER
OIL FILL
NEUTRAL
LOCK-OUT
CAM
DS GASOLINE VEHICLE FEATURE IDENTIFICATION

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Club Car
OFF ON
BATTERY
WARNING
LIGHT
DRIVER / PASSENGER
WARNING DECAL
KEY SWITCH
SERIAL NUMBER
BRAKE PEDAL
PARK BRAKE PEDAL
MOTOR BRAKING DECAL
(POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES ONLY)
ACCELERATOR
PEDAL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DECAL
DANGER / POISON
!
FLUSH EYES
IMMEDIATELY
WITH WATER
GET
MEDICAL
HELP
FAST
SULFURIC
ACID
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS
NO
• SPARKS
• FLAMES
• SMOKING
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN – DO NOT TIP – KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL
SHIELD
EYES
EXPLOSIVE
GASES
CAN CAUSE
BLINDNESS OR INJURY
(ON BODY UNDER SEAT ON
V-GLIDE 36 VOLT VEHICLE)
RESISTOR WARNING DECAL
(ON BODY UNDER ACCESS PANEL
ON POWERDRIVE PLUS 48 VOLT VEHICLE)
POTENTIOMETER CAUTION DECAL
(ON WIPER SWITCH COVER INSIDE
BATTERY COMPARTMENT)
TOW SWITCH WARNING DECAL
(POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES ONLY)
(ON TOW SWITCH BRACKET UNDER SEAT)
OR
DANGER DECAL
(ON BODY UNDER SEAT)
CHARGER
RECEPTACLE
FN R
FN
FR
FORWARD - REVERSE
SWITCH
(POWERDRIVE PLUS
VEHICLES ONLY)
FORWARD - REVERSE
HANDLE
(POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48
AND V-GLIDE 36 VOLT
VEHICLES)
WARNING HOT RESISTORS (COILED WIRE) CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS.
DS ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURE IDENTIFICATION

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GENERAL INFORMATION
There are four DS Golf Car models: the DS gasoline powered vehicle, the DS V-Glide 36 volt electric pow-
ered vehicle, the DS PowerDrive System 48 (48 volt) electric vehicle, and the DS PowerDrive Plus (48 volt)
electric vehicle with motor braking. Throughout this manual, important features unique to each model are
highlighted. We urge the owner/operator to read and understand this manual, and to pay special attention to
the features specific to his/her vehicle(s).
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
The serial number of your CLUB CAR is printed on a bar code decal mounted on the frame directly above the
accelerator pedal (Example: A9801-123456 for Electric or AG9801-123456 for Gasoline) (See Figure 3) .
There is also a second serial number decal mounted on the front body frame behind the center dash panel.
The center dash panel must be removed to access it.
SAFETY COMMITTEE
If the golf car is to be rented or is part of a fleet, we strongly recommend that a safety committee be
appointed. One of the main concerns of this committee should be the safe operation of the golf cars.
This should include at a minimum:
• Where golf cars should be driven.
• Ensuring that proper warnings of driving hazards are displayed and visible.
• Who should and who should not drive golf cars.
• Instructing first time drivers.
• Maintaining golf cars in a safe driving condition.
• How various rules are to be enforced.
The safety committee should include all these items and such others as the committee feels necessary or
appropriate.
• ALWAYS HAVE THE VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER AT HAND WHEN ORDERING PARTS OR MAK-
ING INQUIRIES. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED AS A FAIRWAY VILLAGER FOUR PASSENGER
VEHICLE, READ THE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGES 37 AND 38.
FIGURE 3
NOTE
This vehicle is covered by one or more of the
following U.S. Patents as applicable: D271008
D292899, 4343503, 4539162, 4637270, 4821827
4826467, 5042519, 5083736 and other
patents pendings.
Cl b
GO
GO
SERIAL NUMBER
A9801-123456
P O BOX 204658
AUGUSTA GA 30917
Club Car
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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, and in conjunction with the Periodic Ser-
vice Schedules (pages 20 through 24). Any problems should be corrected only by your CLUB CAR distribu-
tor/dealer or a trained mechanic.
•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 Decals: Check to ensure that all warning and operation decals are in place (See Pages 3
and 4).
•Tires: Check for proper tire pressure (See Vehicle Capacities, Page 27) .
•Batteries (electric vehicles): Check electrolyte to ensure that it is at its proper level (See Figure 23,
Page 29) . Check battery posts. Wires should be tight and free of corrosion. Charge batteries fully
before first use of vehicle.
•Multi-Step Potentiometer (48 volt electric vehicles) and V-Glide Wiper Switch (36 volt electric
vehicles): Be sure accelerator switch cover is properly secured prior to operating the vehicle.
•Engine (gasoline vehicles): Check for proper engine oil level (See Engine Oil, Page 27) .
•Fuel (gasoline vehicles): Check fuel level (See Fueling Instructions, Page 28) .
PERFORMANCE INSPECTION
After you have familiarized yourself with the vehicle’s controls and have read and understood the driving
instructions, take the vehicle for a test drive. Use the following checklist as a guide to inspect your new vehi-
cle. Any problems should be corrected only by your CLUB CAR distributor/dealer or a trained technician.
All vehicles:
•Brakes: Be sure the brakes function properly. When brake pedal is fully depressed under moderate
pressure, it should not go more than halfway to the floor, and vehicle should come to a smooth, straight
stop within 14 feet. If the pedal goes more than halfway to the floor, or if the vehicle swerves or fails to
stop within 14 feet, have the brake system checked and adjusted as required. Brake adjustment must
be maintained so that the brake pedal cannot be depressed to the floor under any circumstances.
•Park Brake: When latched, the park brake should lock the wheels and hold the vehicle stationary (on
incline of 20% or less). It should release when either the accelerator or brake pedal is depressed.
•Reverse Buzzer: The reverse buzzer should sound as a warning when the vehicle is in reverse.
•Steering: The vehicle should be easy to steer and should not have any play in the steering wheel.
•Accelerator: With the key switch ON and the forward and reverse switch in the FORWARD position; as
the accelerator pedal is depressed, the engine or motor should start and the vehicle should come up
smoothly to full speed. When the pedal is released it should return to the original position and the
engine or motor should stop. All DS (gasoline and electric) vehicles run at reduced speed in reverse.
•Governor (gasoline vehicles): Check maximum speed of the vehicle. The vehicle should run at 12-15
MPH (19-24 KPH) on a level surface.
• BE SURE THE PLASTIC HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE SEAT BOTTOM BEFORE OPERAT-
ING THE VEHICLE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PER-
SONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
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•General: Listen for any unusual noises such as squeaks or rattles. Check the vehicle ride and perfor-
mance. Have a CLUB CAR distributor/dealer or a trained mechanic investigate anything unusual.
DS PowerDrive Plus Vehicles with Motor Braking:
•Zero Speed Detect: With the vehicle parked on level ground and the park brake disengaged, place the
tow switch in the RUN position and attempt to push the vehicle. It should resist rolling (moving at no
more than 1 or 2 mph) with the forward and reverse switch in any position.
•“Pedal Up”Motor Braking: Accelerate the vehicle to full speed and then release the accelerator
pedal. Motor braking should quickly and smoothly slow the vehicle to approximately 9 mph. Motor brak-
ing will disengage when vehicle slows to 9 mph.
•“Pedal Down”Motor Braking: Accelerate down an incline with the accelerator pedal depressed.
When the vehicle reaches approximately 15 mph, motor braking should engage and moderate vehicle
speed between 15 and 16 mph, depending upon the grade of the hill.
CONTROLS
KEY SWITCH
The key switch is mounted on the dash to the right of the steering column (See Figure 4, Page 8) . It has two
positions, OFF and ON, which are clearly labeled.
•DO NOT OPERATE GASOLINE VEHICLE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTI-
LATION. GASOLINE ENGINES PRODUCE CARBON MONOXIDE GAS, WHICH IS AN ODOR-
LESS, DEADLY POISION.
• IF RENTING OR LOANING THE VEHICLE, MAKE SURE THE DRIVER IS FAMILIAR WITH ALL
CONTROLS AND OPERATING PROCEDURES BEFORE ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO BE
DRIVEN.
• DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE GASOLINE VEHICLE GOVERNOR. DOING SO WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY, AS WELL AS DAMAGE THE ENGINE AND OTHER COMPONENTS, AND COULD
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH DUE TO ACCIDENT AT
UNSAFE SPEED.
• DO NOT MODIFY OR CHANGE THE VEHICLE IN ANY WAY WHICH MIGHT AFFECT ITS STABIL-
ITY OR HANDLING, OR INCREASE MAXIMUM SPEED BEYOND FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS.
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH COULD RESULT.
• DO NOT SHIFT THE FORWARD/REVERSE SWITCH WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. TO
AVOID INJURY TO AN UNSUSPECTING PASSENGER OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, ALWAYS
BRING THE VEHICLE TO A FULL STOP BEFORE SHIFTING THE SWITCH. A BUZZER WILL
SOUND AS A WARNING WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN REVERSE .
• RELEASE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THEN DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL FIRMLY
UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPS. TO AVOID UNINTENTIONALLY STARTING OR ROLLING THE
VEHICLE, SET THE PARK BRAKE, TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF , AND REMOVE THE KEY
WHEN LEAVING THE VEHICLE.
• THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED WHEN THE KEY SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION ONLY.
DANGER
WARNING
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FORWARD/REVERSE CONTROL
DS Gasoline, DS V-Glide Electric, and DS PowerDrive System 48:
The forward/reverse shift handle is located on the seat support panel, below and to the right of the driver’s
right knee (See Figure 5) . The lever has three distinct positions: F (forward), N (neutral), and R (reverse).
Rotate the lever towards the driver, F (forward), to run the vehicle in the forward direction, or towards the pas-
senger, R(reverse), to run the vehicle in reverse. When the lever is in the straight up, or N(neutral) position,
the vehicle will not run. The engine on the DS gasoline vehicle will stop if it is shifted to this position while
running. DS electric and gasoline vehicles operate at reduced speed in reverse. When the vehicle is in
reverse, the reverse warning buzzer will sound.
DS PowerDrive Plus With Motor Braking:
The forward/reverse shift switch is located in the same place as the forward/reverse shift lever on all other DS
models; on the seat support panel below and to the right of the driver’s right knee. The Forward (F) and
Reverse (R) positions are clearly marked on the switch. Push down the F(forward) side of the switch to run
the vehicle in the forward direction, or push down the R(reverse) side of the switch to run the vehicle in
reverse. When the switch is positioned with neither side down, the vehicle is in the NEUTRAL position and
the vehicle will not run if the accelerator pedal is depressed (See Figure 6).
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
The accelerator pedal is the pedal on the right, with the word GO molded into it (See Figure 7).
FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5
•THE REVERSE BUZZER WILL SOUND AS A WARNING WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN REVERSE.
•THE OPERATION OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DIFFERS FROM THAT OF AN AUTOMO-
BILE. WHEN THE KEY SWITCH IS ON, AND THE SHIFT LEVER IS IN EITHER FORWARD OR
REVERSE, DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WILL AUTOMATICALLY RELEASE THE
PARK BRAKE AND START THE VEHICLE MOVING IN THE DIRECTION SELECTED (FORWARD
OR REVERSE). AS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, SPEED WILL INCREASE
UNTIL FULL SPEED IS REACHED. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS RELEASED, POWER WILL BE
CUT OFF AND THE ENGINE OR MOTOR WILL STOP RUNNING.
•POWERDRIVE PLUS VEHICLES ONLY: SEE “PEDAL-UP”AND “PEDAL-DOWN”MOTOR BRAK-
ING ON PAGE 7.
OFF
ON
NOTE
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BRAKE PEDAL
The brake pedal is the large pedal on the left with the word STOP molded into it (See Figure 7). To slow or
stop the vehicle, depress the brake pedal with your right foot (See Figure 8).
PARK BRAKE PEDAL
The park brake pedal is the small raised portion in the upper left corner of the brake pedal. It has the word
PARK molded into it and the words PARK BRAKE marked on top of it (See Figure 8). To set the park brake,
depress the brake pedal firmly and tilt the park brake portion of the pedal forward with your foot (Figure 9).
GASOLINE VEHICLES ONLY:
Neutral Lock-out
The vehicle has a neutral lock-out circuit that prevents the driver from starting the vehicle in NEUTRAL. If the
vehicle is started in forward or reverse and then shifted to neutral, the engine will stop running.
FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7
•THE PARK BRAKE WILL RELEASE AUTOMATICALLY WHEN EITHER THE ACCELERATOR OR
BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. THE PARK BRAKE HAS MULTIPLE LOCKING POSITIONS AND
SHOULD BE FIRMLY PRESSED AND LOCKED TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM ROLLING.
FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9
R
F
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Neutral Lock-out, Continued:
For the convenience of the trained mechanic, there is a neutral lock-out cam located on the back of the for-
ward/reverse lever. If the neutral lock-out cam is pulled out approximately 3/8 inch (10 millimeters) and then
rotated one-half turn until it snaps into place, the cam will be in the SERVICE position (See Figure 10). This
will allow the mechanic to run the engine in NEUTRAL for certain maintenance procedures. With the cam in
this position, the vehicle will not operate if the forward/reverse lever is placed in either the forward or reverse
position. To put the cam back into the OPERATE position, pull the cam out approximately 3/8 inch (10 milli-
meters) and rotate it one-half turn until it snaps into place (See Figure 11). See WARNING and NOTE
below.
Choke
The choke is located on the seat support panel below and to the left of the driver’s left knee (See Figure 12).
If the vehicle is hard to start in cool or cold temperatures, simply push in the choke cover with your left hand
to activate it. Hold it during start up and release the choke cover after the engine starts and runs smoothly.
Oil Light
The DS Gasoline golf car is equipped with a low oil warning light, located on the dash panel just above the
steering column (See Figure 13). If the oil warning light comes on, oil should be checked and added to the
engine as necessary before continuing to use the vehicle. The vehicle should never be driven with the oil
warning light remaining on. If the oil warning light goes on and off, you may proceed, but oil should be added
at the first opportunity. If the oil level is correct and the light stays on, have a trained mechanic check the
vehicle.
POWERDRIVE SYSTEM 48 AND POWERDRIVE PLUS ELECTRIC VEHICLES ONLY:
Battery Warning Light
PowerDrive System 48 and PowerDrive Plus vehicles feature a dash mounted warning light (above steering
column) that, when the vehicle is in operation, indicates low battery voltage, or, when the vehicle is being
charged, indicates a charging problem. The battery warning light is controlled by the PowerDrive on-board
computer.
•WITH THE CAM IN THE SERVICE POSITION AND THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE MAY
MOVE SUDDENLY IF THE FORWARD/REVERSE HANDLE IS SHIFTED OR ACCIDENTALLY
BUMPED. TO PREVENT THIS, CHOCK THE FRONT AND REAR WHEELS AND ALWAYS FIRMLY
SET THE PARK BRAKE BEFORE SERVICING OR LEAVING THE VEHICLE.
•BE SURE TO RETURN THE CAM TO THE OPERATE POSITION AFTER SERVICING THE VEHI-
CLE, OR IT WILL NOT RUN WITH THE FORWARD AND REVERSE SWITCH IN EITHER THE
FORWARD OR REVERSE POSITION.
•FAILURE TO ADD OIL IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE OIL WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON MAY
RESULT IN PERMANENT ENGINE DAMAGE.
WARNING
NOTE
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When the vehicle is in operation, the warning light will come on and remain illuminated if:
•Batteries voltage drops below 48 when there is no load on the batteries (the vehicle is stopped and
there are no accessories on).
•Batteries have discharged to less than 25% of their capacity.
If the warning light comes on during a round of golf, there is enough power remaining to finish the round, but
the car should be charged before being used again. If the warning light comes on and the vehicle is unable to
finish the round, have your Club Car distributor/dealer check the vehicle for a possible battery or electrical
system problem.
When the batteries receive an incomplete charge because 1) the DC power cord is disconnected, 2) AC
power to the charger is interrupted, 3) automatic charger shut-off occurs after 16 hours of operation, or 4)
the charger malfunctions, the warning light will indicate as follows:
•The warning light will not come on if the charge is 90% or more complete. The on-board computer will
retain in memory the amount of charge needed to fully replenish the batteries and will complete the
charge during the next charge cycle.
•When the charger is unplugged, the warning light will come on and remain illuminated for 10 seconds if
the charge is less than 90% complete but the car has enough power to complete 36 holes of golf. This
will alert the fleet operator that the car may be used, but that it must be charged to completion as soon
as possible.
•The warning light will repeatedly illuminate for 10 seconds, with 4 second intervals, if the charger times
out at 16 hours (see charger manual) and the batteries are not sufficiently charged. This indicates an
abnormal charge cycle. Charger and batteries should be checked by your Club Car distributor/dealer.
•The warning light will repeatedly illuminate for 10 seconds, with 4 second intervals, during a charge
cycle (DC plug is still connected) if AC power to the charger is interrupted. The light will go out when AC
power is restored.
FIGURE 10 FIGURE 11
FIGURE 12 FIGURE 13
NEUTRAL FORWARD
SERVICE POSITION
NEUTRAL FORWARD
OPERATE POSITION
CHOKE
PRACTICE GOLF ETIQU
E
Club Car
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Controls, Continued:
POWERDRIVE PLUS ELECTRIC VEHICLES ONLY:
Tow/Run Switch
All 1998 DS PowerDrive Plus vehicles (with motor braking) are equipped with a TOW/RUN switch, located
under the seat just above the forward and reverse switch (Figure 14). The tow/run switch must be in the RUN
position in order to operate the vehicle. When the switch is in the TOW position, power to the vehicle electri-
cal components is turned off and the vehicle will not operate.
The TOW/RUN switch should be placed in the TOW position under the following conditions:
•Before Towing the Vehicle - Place the tow/run switch in the TOW position to disable all motor braking
functions, thus preventing possible damage that could occur to the vehicle or electrical components if
the vehicle is towed while the Zero-Speed Detect motor braking function is operating.
•Before Disconnecting or Attaching Battery Wires - Place the tow/run switch in the TOW position to
turn off power to the vehicle electrical system, thus preventing severe arcing and possible battery
explosion as the battery wires are disconnected.
•For Long Term Storage - Place the tow/run switch in the TOW position to turn off power to the vehicle
electrical system, thus preventing vehicle electrical components from discharging the batteries.
•TO AVOID POSSIBLE BATTERY EXPLOSION, THE TOW/RUN SWITCH MUST BE IN THE TOW
POSITION BEFORE DISCONNECTING OR CONNECTIING BATTERY WIRES.
•WHEN THE TOW/RUN SWITCH IS IN THE TOW POSITION, ALL MOTOR BRAKING FUNCTIONS,
INCLUDING ZERO-SPEED DECTECT, ARE DISABLED.
FIGURE 14 FIGURE 15
•AFTER PLACING THE SWITCH IN TOW POSITION, ALLOW 10 SECONDS BEFORE SWITCHING
BACK TO RUN.
•AFTER PLACING THE SWITCH IN RUN POSITION, ALLOW 10 SECONDS BEFORE OPERATING
THE VEHICLE.
WARNING
F
TOW RUN
WARNING
GAS TANK
VENT TUBE
VENT
TO CARBURETOR
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
NOTE