E-Z-GO ST 480 - Manual (Page 35)

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