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Yamaha YDRA Owner's/operator's Manual
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Li t -19626-11-07 jw1-f8199-10 yamaha golf-car company 1000 hwy 34 east newnan, ga 30265 770-254-4000 printed in u .S. A 2006-kcc 4 stroke golf car ydra owner’s / operator’s manual lit_19626_11_07 cover.Qxd 9/18/06 8:09 am page 1.
Page 2: Warning
Lit-calif-65-01 the engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Yamaha warning lit_19626_11_07ifc.Qxd 9/18/06 8:09 am page 1.
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction congratulations on your purchase of a yamaha golf car. This manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care of your golf car. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new yamaha. If yo...
Page 4: Important Manual
Ii jw1 important manual information ● ● yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality; therefore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your golf car and this manual. If you ha...
Page 5: Warranty
Iii jw1 warranty contents 1 important labels 2 safety considerations 4 maintenance 8 storage specifications 9 wiring 11 operation 7 pre-operation checks 6 controls 5 operator safety 3 10 lit_19626_11_07.Qxd 10/5/06 10:42 am page 3.
Page 6: Warranty
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1-1 jw1 warranty yamaha golf-car company hereby warrants that any new ydra gas or ydre electric yamaha golf car purchased from an authorized yamaha golf car dealer in the united states will be free from defects in material and workmanship for three years from date of purchase...
Page 7: Important Labels
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2-1 important labels y-924 4 3 1 2 safety and instruction labels please read the following labels carefully before operating your golf car, and promptly replace any labels which become damaged or removed. Y-500a warning avertissement do not tamper with governor to increase sp...
Page 8: Important Labels
Important labels 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2-2 jw1 • gasoline is extremely flammable. • keep heat, sparks and open flame away from fuel tank and fuel lines. • do not add fuel while engine is running or hot. • do not modify fuel system. Services should be performed by dealer or qualified personnel. Use...
Page 9: Golf Car Serial
Y-851 this engine meets **** - **** california emission regulations for off-road engines. This engine conforms to **(*****.******) u.S. Epa regulations for small nonroad engines. Golf car serial number the golf car serial number 1 is identified in the location shown. The first three digits of the se...
Page 10: Operator Safety
Operator safety 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3-1 jw1 ! Y-928 y-68 yamaha golf cars are designed to be simple to operate. However, be sure to observe the following: before operating the golf car ● ● read this owner’s/operator’s manual and all safety and instruction labels on the golf car before operating....
Page 11: Operator Safety
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 operator safety 3-2 jw1 ● ● use extra care in congested areas or when backing up. Always back up slowly, and watch carefully. ● ● avoid starting or stopping abruptly. ● ● vary the speed of the golf car to match the terrain of the course. ● ● avoid turning the steering wheel t...
Page 12: Safety Considerations
Safety considerations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4-1 jw1 ! Like all machines, golf cars can cause injury if improperly used or maintained. This section contains broad safety practices required for safe golf car operation. Before golf cars are operated, golf course personnel should establish any additio...
Page 13: Safety Considerations
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 safety considerations 4-2 jw1 ● ● loose terrain. Loose terrain may cause a golf car to lose traction and may affect stability. Repair loose terrain, chain or rope off these areas, or identify loose terrain with a suitable warning. ● ● golf car and pedestrian interference. Rer...
Page 14: Safety Precautions
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4-3 jw1 safety precautions during maintenance when performing maintenance, follow all safety instructions contained in the manufacturer’s operation and service manuals, as well as the following safety procedures: ● ● properly immobilize golf car before beginning any maintenan...
Page 15: Controls
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 controls 5-1 jw1 y-916 1 2 3 4 5 6 y-903aa 7 8 y-919 13 14 17 18 15 16 y-918 12 11 10 9 features 1 brake pedal 2 parking brake pedal 3 accelerator pedal 4 steering wheel 5 oil warning light 6 main switch 7 drive selector switch 8 choke knob 9 seat a front cowl b front tire c ...
Page 16: Controls
Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5-2 jw1 off on y-912b off on y-913b off on y-914 a main switch the main switch controls the following items: off all electrical circuits are switched off. The key can be removed only in this position. On electrical circuits are switched on. The golf car can be driven...
Page 17: Controls
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 controls 5-3 jw1 drive select lever the drive select lever is used to shift the golf car into forward or reverse. After coming to a complete stop, move the lever to the desired position. Lever position car movement f forward r reverse the back-up buzzer will beep when the dri...
Page 18: Controls
Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5-4 jw1 parking brake pedal press down on the parking brake pedal whenever parking the golf car. ç parking brake pedal release the parking brake by depressing the accelerator pedal. The parking brake will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is depressed....
Page 19: Pre-Operation Checks
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 pre-operation checks 6-1 jw1 y-905 pre-operation checks should be made each time you use your golf car. Get in the habit of performing the following checks in the same way so that they become second nature. ● ● be sure the main switch key is removed before performing the pre-...
Page 20: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 6-2 jw1 y-514a b a c fuel system make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank and that the fuel shutoff valve is open. Also check fuel line and connections for leakage. å fuel tank ∫ fuel cap ç fuel shutoff valve gasoline and its vapors are highly flamm...
Page 21: Pre-Operation Checks
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 pre-operation checks 6-3 jw1 engine oil with the golf car parked on level ground, remove the dipstick and make sure the engine oil is between the min and max marks (the crosshatched area on the end of the dipstick). å oil level dipstick ∫ maximum oil level ç safe operating ra...
Page 22: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 6-4 jw1 engine cooling inlet duct check the engine cooling inlet duct for debris. Remove any debris present. å engine cooling inlet duct battery check that the battery is held securely in place to prevent the battery from being damaged from vibration or j...
Page 23: Pre-Operation Checks
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 pre-operation checks 6-5 jw1 y-20a a y-932 y-33 steering system check the steering system for excessive free play by: ● ● moving the steering wheel up and down, and back and forth. ● ● turning the steering wheel slightly to the right and left. If you feel excessive free play,...
Page 24: Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-operation checks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 6-6 jw1 brake pedal make sure the brake pedal feels firm when pressed and returns to its original position when released. ∫ brake pedal parking brake pedal make sure the parking brake pedal locks in place with a positive click, and releases when the accel...
Page 25: Operation
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 operation 7-1 jw1 off on y-911a y-18 y-903 a y-20b b starting 1. With the parking brake applied, turn the drive select lever to “fwd” for forward, or “rev” for reverse. Do not shift from “fwd” forward to “rev” reverse while the golf car is moving. 2. Turn the main switch to “...
Page 26: Operation
Operation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 7-2 jw1 stopping to stop the golf car, gradually press down on the brake pedal. å brake pedal when the car has come to a stop, apply the parking brake pedal and turn the main switch to “off.” ∫ parking brake pedal do not hold the golf car on an incline with the acce...
Page 27: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-1 jw1 periodic maintenance charts regular maintenance is required for the best performance and safe operation of your golf car. Be sure to turn off the main switch and apply the parking brake when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified. If the owner ...
Page 28: Maintenance
Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8-2 jw1 c - check ca - check and adjust r - replace s - service cl - clean and lubricate l - lubricate remarks page every replace engine oil r r r 8-5 year adjust throttle cables,** choke cable, check carburetor ca ca ca * throttle shaft for wear** check starter v...
Page 29: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-3 jw1 exhaust emission control system and components item acronym • carb. Assy., lh., jt., carb (carburetor) carburetor 2 & jt., carburetor 1 • t.C.I. Magneto assy. & el (electronic ignition) plug, spark • crankcase 1 & head, pcv (positive crankcase cylinder 1 v...
Page 30: Maintenance
Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8-4 jw1 spark plug inspection you should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. Dirty or worn spark plugs can cause poor performance. å spark plug ∫ spark plug cap 1. Check for discoloration and remove carbon deposits with a spark plug cleaner or wire bru...
Page 31: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-5 jw1 engine oil replacement 1. Warm up the engine for several minutes, place the golf car on a level surface, then stop the engine. Use caution not to touch hot engine oil or hot engine parts, during the following procedure. 2. Place an oil pan under the engine...
Page 32: Maintenance
Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8-6 jw1 y-515 a y-518 a a a b y-519a c d å oil filler hole use care not to fill past the max dipstick mark, and be sure no foreign material enters the crankcase. After replacing engine oil, check for oil leaks around the drain plug. If oil leaks are found, consult...
Page 33: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-7 jw1 y-60 b a y-508 inspection and cleaning: 3. Wash the foam pre-filter in soap and water. Allow it to dry. å soap and water ∫ foam element 4. Check the filter element. If damaged or dirty, replace it. Do not wring out the foam pre-filter, this could cause it ...
Page 34: Maintenance
Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8-8 jw1 y-45 + + – – b a y-44 inspection: to inspect the drive belt, check for frayed edges or tears, and measure drive belt against the following specification. If the belt shows excessive wear or damage, replace the belt with a new one. å new: 1.09 in. (27.6 mm)...
Page 35: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-9 jw1 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 m...
Page 36: Maintenance
Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8-10 jw1 fuse replacement be sure to use the specified fuse. Using a wrong fuse can cause electrical system damage and create a fire hazard. When replacing a fuse, be sure the main switch is turned off to prevent accidental short circuiting. 1. Locate the in-line ...
Page 37: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-11 jw1 transaxle oil to check transaxle oil level: 1. Place the golf car on a flat, level surface. 2. Remove seven plastic rivets 1 and two bolts 2, and remove the bag holder insert. 3. Place an oil pan under the transaxle case. 4. Clean area around servicing pl...
Page 38: Maintenance
Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 8-12 jw1 for transaxle oil replacement, con- sult a yamaha dealer or other quali- fied mechanic. Before performing wheel or brake maintenance, verify that the main switch is in the “off” position. Wheel replacement to remove and install a wheel on your golf car: 1...
Page 39: Maintenance
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 maintenance 8-13 jw1 brake pedal free play adjustment before adjusting brake pedal free play, pump the brake pedal several times to self-adjust the brakes. To adjust the brake pedal free play: 1. Remove the floor mat and service lid from the floor of the golf car. 2. Check th...
Page 40: Storage
Storage 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 9-1 jw1 1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add the specified amount of yamaha fuel stabilizer and conditioner or equivalent product. Operate the vehicle for at least five minutes to distribute treated fuel through the fuel system. å float bowl drain screw 2. Tu...
Page 41: Storage
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 storage 9-2 jw1 engine preparation with the key removed and the spark plug lead disconnected, turn the clutch by hand until compression is felt. This puts the valves in the closed position. Chassis preparation 1. Verify the tire pressure is set to 16 psi (110 kpa, 1.1 kgf/cm ...
Page 42: Specifications
Specifications 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10-1 jw1 general specifications items ydra dimensions: overall length 94.3 in. (2395 mm) overall width 47.2 in. (1200 mm) overall height (steering height) 46.9 in. (1190 mm) height of floor 12.2 in. (310 mm) wheelbase 64.6 in. (1640 mm) tread: front 34.3 in. (8...
Page 43: Specifications
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 specifications 10-2 jw1 engine items ydra description: engine type 4-stroke, gasoline, ohv number of cylinders single displacement 357 cm 3 bore x stroke 3.30 x 2.48 in. (85 x 63 mm) compression ratio 8.1:1 rated output 11.4 hp (8.5 kw)/3500 rpm cooling system forced air-cool...
Page 44: Specifications
Specifications 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10-3 jw1 chassis items ydra steering system: type rack and pinion steering angle (l.H.) 1.85 turn steering angle (r.H.) 1.85 turn brakes: brake system mechanical type of brake internal wet brake pedal free play linkage adjustment 45-50 mm (1.77-1.96 in.) (brake...
Page 45: Wiring
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 wiring 11-1 jw1 ydra wiring diagram limit s w. Limit s w. L b rw lb rg by bw rl ry b by rg br eng. Ear th oil level s witch rev + fwd - rev - rl bw ry b rg by bb ll ry r br b eng. Ear th l tci rw bb l eng. S to p rela y b b rl b by rl b b p rl b uzzer bod y ear th rl ry rw br...
Page 46: Notes
Notes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 jw1 lit_19626_11_07.Qxd 10/5/06 10:42 am page 44.
Page 47: 4 Stroke Golf Car
Li t -19626-11-07 jw1-f8199-10 yamaha golf-car company 1000 hwy 34 east newnan, ga 30265 770-254-4000 printed in u .S. A 2006-kcc 4 stroke golf car ydra owner’s / operator’s manual lit_19626_11_07 cover.Qxd 9/18/06 8:09 am page 1.