E-Z-GO FREEDOM TXT 2+2 - Manual (Page 40)

MAINTENANCE
Read all of this manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings, and Dangers.
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TRANSPORTING VEHICLE
Towing
Use extra caution when towing a vehicle.
DO NOT ride on the vehicle being towed.
DO NOT attempt to tow the vehicle with ropes, chains or any device other than a factory
approved tow bar.
DO NOT tow the vehicle on highways.
DO NOT tow a single vehicle at speeds in excess of 12 mph (19 kph).
DO NOT tow more than three vehicles at a time.
DO NOT exceed 5 mph (8 kph) while towing multiple vehicles.
Hauling
Be sure vehicle and all contents are secure before transporting a vehicle.
Never ride on the vehicle being transported.
Always remove the windshield (if equipped) before transporting.
Maximum speed with sun top installed is 50mph (80 kph).
If the vehicle is to be transported at highway speeds, the sun top must be removed and the seat bottom secured. When
transporting vehicle below highway speeds, check for tightness of hardware and cracks in sun top at mounting points.
The rated capacity of the trailer or truck must exceed the weight of the vehicle (see GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for
vehicle weight) and load plus 1000 lbs. (454 kg).
Secure the vehicle using ratchet tie downs.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
DO NOT attempt any type of servicing operations before reading all notes, cautions and warn-
ings in this manual.
Any servicing requiring adjustments to be made to the powertrain while the motor is running must
be made with both drive wheels raised and vehicle properly supported on jack stands.
To reduce the possibility of motor damage, never operate vehicle at full throttle for more than 4 -
5 seconds while vehicle is in a ‘no load’ condition.
Reduce the possibility of accidental starting by disconnecting battery at negative terminal before
servicing.