🏷️ Basic Information
Identification
Make:
Club Car
Model:
DS
Model Variant:
Gasoline
Production Years Covered:
1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991
Codes
Chassis Code:
DS
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Market Segment:
Golf Carts / Personal Transportation Vehicles
Competitive Analysis
Competitors Manuals:
Competes with OEM parts catalogs and aftermarket service manuals for similar vehicles
Key Features
Key Selling Point:
Instant digital access to specific parts information for a range of model years
User Benefit:
Eliminates the need to protect physical manuals from workshop grime
Technical Resource:
Provides essential data for identification, ordering, and understanding vehicle assemblies
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Manual Type:
Parts Catalog
Language:
English
Format:
Electronic Downloadable PDF
Source Provider:
MyGreenManuals.com
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Protection Policy:
Lifetime replacement if lost or damaged
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine System:
Complete parts identification and breakdown for gasoline engines
Fuel System:
Carburetor, fuel lines, fuel tank, and related components
Lubrication And Cooling System:
Oil pump, filters, lines, and cooling fan/shroud assembly
Transmission Drive Chain Sprockets:
Clutch assembly, drive chain, sprockets, and driven components
Steering System:
Steering wheel, column, tie rods, and kingpins
Shocks Suspension:
Front and rear shock absorbers, springs, and mounting hardware
Body Work:
Body panels, seat assembly, roof, windshield, bumpers, and trim
Intake And Exhaust:
Air filter housing, intake manifold, exhaust muffler, and pipe
Electrical System:
Ignition system components, starter, battery, wiring harnesses, lights, and switches
Frame And Chassis:
Frame components, crossmembers, and mounting points
Braking System:
Mechanical parking brake system components
Wheels And Tires:
Wheel rims, hubs, lug nuts, and tire specifications
Controls And Indicators:
Accelerator pedal, brake pedal, steering column controls, switches
Procedures Included
Parts Identification:
Detailed diagrams and part numbers for all components
Troubleshooting Guidance:
Information to identify correct replacement parts for troubleshooting
Maintenance Part Lookup:
Facilitates routine maintenance by identifying necessary parts
Part Number Reference:
Essential for ordering correct replacement parts
Technical Depth
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive parts catalog for accurate part selection and ordering
Diagram Quality:
High-quality exploded view diagrams crucial for visual identification of parts
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely searchable text-based PDF
Print Quality
Print Quality Recommendation:
High-quality printing recommended for clarity of diagrams
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Gasoline (Specific engine details not provided, but typically small displacement industrial/utility engines)
Performance
Typical Displacement:
Likely 250cc - 350cc range (common for this era)
Typical Horsepower:
Approximately 8-12 HP
Fuel System
Carburetor Type:
Likely a single-barrel carburetor (specific make/model not detailed in product info)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
Variable Speed Drive (VSD) / Automatic Clutch System
Features
Drive Mechanism:
Belt-driven from primary clutch to secondary clutch, then to differential
Gearing:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) behavior
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Typical Length:
Approx. 90-95 inches
Typical Width:
Approx. 45-50 inches
Typical Height:
Approx. 45-55 inches (to top of seat/steering wheel)
Weights
Typical Dry Weight:
Approx. 400-500 lbs
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
N/A (Basic golf car design of the era)
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 50-100 operating hours or annually (refer to specific service manual for exact intervals)
Air Filter Replacement:
Inspect regularly, replace as needed based on operating environment
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Inspect periodically, replace if restricted
Drive Belt Inspection:
Inspect for wear and damage during routine maintenance
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
API Service SG, SH, SJ or higher; SAE 30W or 10W-30 depending on temperature (refer to manual for specifics)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 1.0 - 1.5 quarts (specific to engine model)
Clutch Grease Type:
High-temperature grease suitable for CVTs
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Drive belt, clutch buttons/rollers, carburetor gaskets, suspension bushings, wheel bearings
Carburetor Issues:
Can become clogged with debris or stale fuel, leading to poor running conditions
Drive System Wear:
Over time, drive belts can stretch and clutches can wear, impacting performance
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Focus:
Club Car is a well-established manufacturer of golf cars and utility vehicles.
Model Evolution
Ds Model Significance:
The DS model is a foundational and iconic design in the golf car industry, known for its durability and classic styling.
Production
Production Era Focus:
This catalog specifically covers the late 1980s to early 1990s iteration of the DS model.