E-Z-GO ST 480 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
3-27
Read all of manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
STEERING ASSEMBLY Check for abnormal play, tightness of all hardware
TIE RODS/LINKAGES Check for excessive play, bent components or loose connections
REAR AXLE Check for leakage, add SAE 30 oil as required (Refer to page 3-34)
50 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables & the following)
ENGINE
Change oil, DO NOT OVERFILL (Refer to page 3-30), see Note 1 and Note 2 on Pg. 3-40
Check spark plug wires for cracks/loose connections
EXHAUST
Inspect/clean spark arrester
FRONT AXLE Check for damage to axle and loose or missing hardware
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS Check for oil leakage and loose fasteners
FRONT SPRINGS Check for loose hardware, cracks at attachments
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT Check for unusual tire wear, align if required
PARKING (PARK) BRAKE
Check for binding cables
Check for damage or wear
Lubricate as required, use light oil. DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLES
REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS Check for oil leakage, loose mounting hardware
ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Check coil/spark plug wires for cracks/loose connections
FUEL SYSTEM
Check for leaks at tank, cap, system lines, filters, pump, carburetor
Check system lines for cracks/deterioration
THROTTLE/GOVERNOR LINKAGE Check operation and governed speed
HARDWARE AND FASTENERS
Check for loose or missing hardware and components
Tighten or replace missing hardware
100 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables & the following)
BATTERY Clean battery & terminals
ENGINE
Change oil filter (Refer to page 3-32), see Note 1 on Pg. 3-40
Change air cleaner cartridge if damaged or dirty (Refer to page 3-33), see Note 3 on Pg. 3-40
DIRECTION SELECTOR Check for wear and smooth movement (lubricate shaft with light oil if required)
KING PINS
Check for excessive play and tightness of retaining nuts
Lubricate, use wheel bearing grease
STEERING ASSEMBLY Lubricate unit and idler arm, use wheel bearing grease
Fig. 22 Periodic Service Schedule