E-Z-GO ST 480 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
3-34
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Unscrew the knob securing the cartridge to the air cleaner base and
remove plate. Remove cartridge and inspect. Replace if too dirty to
clean or at the first sign of filter paper deterioration. Clean cartridge by
gently tapping on a flat surface.
To reduce the possibility of engine
damage from ingesting unfiltered
air, ensure plate is centered and correctly seated on
top of cartridge before securing with knob.
Place cartridge in air cleaner base. Install plate centered and fully
seated on top of cartridge. Secure with knob and install pre-cleaner
over cartridge.
Replace air cleaner cover making sure that the entire flange around the
bottom of the cover fits over the top edge of the air cleaner base.
Secure with the spring clips.
REAR AXLE
The rear axle is provided with a lubricant level check plug located on
the driver side at the rear of the housing (Ref Fig. 31 on page 3-34).
Unless leakage is evident, an annual lubricant check is sufficient.
Checking the Lubricant Level
Tool List Qty. Required
Wrench, 13 mm.....................................................................1
Funnel ...................................................................................1
Clean area around check and fill plugs. Remove the check plug. The
correct lubricant level is just below the bottom of the threaded hole. If
lubricant is to be added, remove the fill plug and add lubricant (SAE 30
oil) using a funnel. Add lubricant slowly until lubricant starts to seep
from the check plug hole. Install the check plug and the fill plug. In the
event that the lubricant is to be replaced, a drain plug is provided at the
bottom of the differential housing. Capacity of axle is 48 oz. (1.4 liters).
STARTER/GENERATOR BELT TENSION
Tool List Qty. Required
Belt tension gauge.................................................................1
Wrench, 3/4"..........................................................................1
Wrench, 1/2"..........................................................................2
Socket, 1/4" hex bit, 3/8" drive...............................................1
Ratchet, 3/8" drive.................................................................1
Socket, 3/4", 3/8" drive..........................................................1
Socket, 1/2", 3/8" drive..........................................................1
Pry bar...................................................................................1
Torque wrench, 3/8" drive, ft. lbs...........................................1
Fig. 31 Add, Check and Drain Rear Axle Lubricant
Check Plug
Drain Plug