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OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! It contains important safety information. YTF2E 48-VOLT UTILITY VEHICLE JW3-F8199-00 LIT-19626-81-13...
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Yamaha utility vehicle. This manual con- tains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care of your utility vehicle. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha.
If you have messages that follow this symbol to any questions concerning this man- avoid possible injury or death. ual, please consult your Yamaha dealer. A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Yamaha utility vehicle or any new Yamaha Golf-Car Company transportation or specialty vehicle purchased Operate and maintain the vehicle and charger as from an authorized Yamaha golf car dealer in the United specified in the appropriate Owner’s/Operator’s Manual; States will be free from defects in material and...
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THE PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF BATTERIES ARE SUBJECTED TO ANY OF warrants to the Original Retail Purchaser or Lessee of a YAMAHA The Drive golf car or PTV, Adventurer utility vehicle, or YAMAHA Concierge THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: transportation or specialty vehicle purchased from an Authorized YGC •...
IMPORTANT LABELS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION LABELS Read the following labels carefully before operating your utility vehicle, and promptly replace any labels which become damaged or removed. Death or serious personal injury can result from failing to read and comply with the safety instruction labels. Y-2366 Y-2367...
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The first three digits of the serial number are for model identification; the remaining digits are the unit production number. Keep a record of these numbers for reference when ordering parts from a Yamaha dealer. Y-2368...
SAFETY INFORMATION Yamaha utility vehicles are designed to be simple to operate. However, be sure to observe the following to reduce the risk of serious injury or death due to loss of control and other hazards: BEFORE OPERATING THE UTILITY VEHICLE Read this Owner’s/Operator’s...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate the utility vehicle on public streets, roads or high- ways unless allowed by law or the local regulating authority. Do not make any modification or addition which affects capacity or safe operation, or make any changes not in accordance with the Owner’s/Operator’s manual.
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Always check for obstacles before Choose only accessories designed operating in a new area. for your utility vehicle. Your Yamaha dealer has a variety of genuine Never operate the vehicle in fast Yamaha accessories. Other acces-...
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SAFETY INFORMATION Loading Drive more slowly than you would without a load. The more weight Cargo or a trailer can change the sta- you carry, the slower you should bility and handling of a utility vehicle. go. Although conditions vary, it is You must use common sense and good practice not to exceed low good judgment when carrying cargo...
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SAFETY INFORMATION MAINTENANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED FOR UTILITY DURING MAINTENANCE VEHICLE SAFETY When performing maintenance, follow all safety instructions contained Practice the following to help ensure in the manufacturer’s operation and the safety of utility vehicle occupants: service manuals, as well as the following safety procedures: Preventative Maintenance.
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If new nameplates, warnings or instructions are needed, contact Periodically inspect charging facili- your Yamaha dealer. ties and procedures to be certain that applicable safety codes, regu- lations and procedures are being followed to avoid any fires or...
CONTROLS b DC charger FEATURES receptacle 1 Brake pedal c Front body 2 Parking brake d Seat e Rear body pedal 3 Horn switch f Rear tire 4 Accelerator g Front tire pedal h Front bumper 5 Steering wheel i Headlights 6 Drive select j Cargo bed switch...
CONTROLS MAIN SWITCH The main switch controls the following items: “OFF” All electrical circuits are switched off (motor controller unit remains energized). The utility vehicle cannot be operated. The key can be removed only in this position. Y-2376 “ON” Electrical circuits are switched on. The vehicle can be driven.
CONTROLS DRIVE SELECT SWITCH The drive select switch is used to shift the utility vehicle into forward or reverse. After coming to a complete stop, move the switch to the desired position. Switch Position Car Movement Y-2379 FORWARD REVERSE The reverse alarm will sound when the drive select switch is turned to “REV.”...
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CONTROLS ACCELERATOR PEDAL The accelerator pedal starts the engine and controls the vehicle’s speed. Action Car Speed Depress pedal Increase Release pedal Decrease Y-20A å Accelerator pedal BRAKE PEDAL Press down on the brake pedal to stop the utility vehicle. ∫...
CONTROLS TOW SWITCH Before operating the vehicle, make sure the tow switch is in the “RUN” position. å Tow switch NOTICE Ensure that the “Drive Select Switch” is in the “FWD” position and then move the “TOW Switch” Y-1995 to “TOW” before towing. After moving switch from “RUN”...
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CONTROLS CARGO BED å Cargo bed Never allow passengers to ride in the cargo bed. There is no seating and passengers can easily fall out. Always make sure your cargo is secure when using the cargo bed. Tie the load down with cords or Y-2381 straps where needed.
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CONTROLS To lower the cargo bed, push down on the box to lower it in the original position. Make sure the latches for the cargo bed are securely latched. å Cargo bed release lever ∫ Gas spring Maximum load limit: 362 kg (798 lb) Y-2384 Uncontrolled Movement Hazard...
TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER BRACKET This vehicle is equipped with a 5 cm (2 in.) receiver bracket for a standard trailer hitch. Trailer towing equipment can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer. å Trailer hitch receiver bracket Y-2385...
Do not oper- ate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedure in this manual, have the vehicle inspect- ed by a Yamaha dealer. PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Before each use check the following: o Batteries...
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS BATTERY Charge batteries before each use. See charging steps in Chapter 7, Maintenance. Check that the batteries are held securely in place to prevent the batteries from being damaged from vibration or jarring. Also check that no battery caps are missing to prevent battery acid from spilling from the battery.
The alarm should sound. PEDAL OPERATION Y-2388 Check the following pedal controls for proper operation. If a pedal does not work properly, consult a Yamaha dealer. Accelerator Pedal With the main switch in the “OFF” position, make sure the accelerator pedal operates smoothly.
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Make sure the brake pedal feels firm when pressed and returns to its original position when released. ∫ Brake pedal Y-21a Consult your Yamaha dealer before using your utility vehicle if you sus- pect brake problems. Parking Brake Pedal Make sure the parking brake pedal...
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Headlights/Taillights Ensure the headlights and taillights are operational. Never operate the utility vehicle at Y-1650 night or during inclement weather without properly working head- lights/taillights. Horn Switch Make sure the horn operates correctly. å Horn switch Y-901A...
OPERATION STARTING 1. With the parking brake applied, move the drive select switch to “FWD” for forward, or “REV” for reverse. NOTICE Y-2391 Do not shift from “FWD” forward to “REV” reverse while the utility vehicle is moving. Transmission damage can result. 2.
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OPERATION STOPPING To stop the utility vehicle, gradually press down on the brake pedal. å Brake pedal When the vehicle has come to a stop, apply the parking brake pedal and turn the main switch to “OFF.” Y-65c ∫ Parking brake pedal NOTICE Do not hold the utility vehicle on an incline with the accelerator –...
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OPERATION Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight. You can measure tongue weight with a bathroom Uncontrolled Movement Hazard scale. Put the tongue of the Never exceed the stated load loaded trailer on the scale with the capacity for this vehicle. tongue at hitch height.
Check shock absorbers for oil leaks and damaged springs Items without a page number reference should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. This manual does not contain these procedures. They are contained in the Service Manual.
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Inspect brake shoes and adjust or replace if necessary Items without a page number reference should be serviced by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. This manual does not contain these procedures. They are contained in the Service Manual.
MAINTENANCE Battery Care Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote: EXTERNAL: Flush with water. INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil.
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3. Using a hydrometer, check the specific gravity of the battery fluid in each cell against the readings on the chart below. Consult a Yamaha dealer if any low readings are found, or if readings vary more than one point between cells. Temperature...
MAINTENANCE Battery Charging Read and understand the owner’s manual provided with your utility vehicle’s battery charger before charging batteries. Death or seri- ous personal injury can result from failing to comply with the instruc- tions and warnings in this manual. Explosive hydrogen gas is produced while batteries are being charged.
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MAINTENANCE NOTICE Use only battery chargers that are rated for use with 48-volt Yamaha utility vehicles. Otherwise, serious battery damage can result. Thoroughly read and understand the user manual supplied with your 48-volt charger. 3. With the charger properly con- nected and grounded (see charger’s owner’s manual),...
MAINTENANCE 8. After the Charged LED is illumi- nated, disconnect the DC output plug from the DC charger recep- tacle by grasping the plug body and pulling the plug straight out of the receptacle. Battery Installation When working with batteries, do not put wrenches or other metal objects across the battery terminals.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE Do not over-tighten the battery holddown nuts. Excessive force will damage the battery casing. Fuse Replacement Be sure to use the specified fuse. Using a wrong fuse can cause electrical system damage and cre- ate a fire hazard. NOTICE When replacing a fuse, be sure the main switch is turned off to pre-...
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7. Allow excess gear oil to flow out of the hole until it stops. 8. Install the oil level plug. Y-2401 9. Lower the cargo bed. For transaxle oil replacement, consult a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic.
Before you operate the vehicle, press down on the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes are functioning properly. Consult your Yamaha dealer before using your utility vehicle if you suspect brake problems. Brake failure could result in a serious accident.
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MAINTENANCE Brake Pedal Free Play Adjustment Check the brake pedal free play by pressing against the pedal with two fingers (using light force) and measuring the distance the pedal travels before resistance is felt. Brake pedal free play Å: Y-62b 20-25 mm (0.79-0.98 in.) To adjust the brake pedal free play: 1.
MAINTENANCE Replacing a Headlight Bulb If the headlight burns out, replace it as follows: 1. Remove the bulb holder 1 and bulb 2 by removing the three screws 3 located on the back of the bezel 4. 2. Disconnect the wire connectors from the bulb.
MAINTENANCE Adjusting a Headlight NOTICE It is recommended to have the headlight adjustment performed by a Yamaha dealer. 1. Loosen the two screws 1 for the headlight bulb bracket. Do not remove the screws, just loosen them. The screws can be accessed from...
STORAGE Perform the following preparations BATTERY when storing your utility vehicle for PREPARATION extended periods of time. 1. Recharge the batteries and check the fluid levels at least once a month. Turn the main switch key to the OFF position, remove the key and store the key in a safe place.