Fisher Price Automobile C3491 User Manual

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Product features and decoration may vary from the picture above.  
Please read this manual and save it with your original sales receipt.  
Tools needed for assembly: Phillips Screwdriver, Hammer, Slotted Screwdriver,  
Adjustable Wrench and Safety Scissors (tools not included).  
Use only with a Power Wheels® Type H 6 Volt Battery, Power Wheels® 25 Amp Fuse and Power Wheels®  
Type H 6 Volt Charger (all included).  
Trademarks, design patents and copyrights are used with  
the approval of the owner VOLKSWAGEN AG.  
Fisher-Price, Power Wheels, Power Wheels by Fisher-Price  
and Power Lock are U.S. trademarks of Mattel, Inc.  
Owner's Manual  
with Assembly Instructions  
For Model C3491  
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Warnings and Cautions  
B
ELECTRICAL HAZARD  
WARNING  
• Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over. Always use battery clamp.  
PREVENT FIRE  
- Do not bypass a Power Wheels® fuse. It is a safety device.  
- Use only a Power Wheels® 25 Amp fuse.  
- Never modify the electrical system. Alterations could cause a fire resulting in serious  
injury and could also ruin the electrical system.  
- Use of the wrong type battery or charger could cause a fire or explosion resulting in  
serious injury.  
- Use of Power Wheels® components in products other than Power Wheels® vehicles  
could cause overheating, fire or explosion.  
• The battery must be handled by adults only. The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric  
acid (electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injury.  
• Never allow children to charge the battery. Battery charging must be done by adults only.  
A child could be injured by the electricity involved in charging the battery.  
• Never lift or carry the battery by the wires or connector. This can damage the battery and  
possibly cause a fire resulting in serious injury. Lift and carry the battery by the case only.  
• Read the safety instructions on the battery.  
• Examine the battery, charger and their connectors for excessive wear or damage each time  
you charge the battery. If damage or excessive wear is detected, do not use the charger or  
the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part.  
HOT motors. Handle carefully.  
RIDING HAZARD  
WARNING  
Prevent Injuries and Deaths  
• Direct Adult Supervision Required  
• Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas.  
These areas must be:  
- away from swimming pools and other bodies of water to prevent drownings  
- generally level to prevent tipovers  
- away from steps, driveways, cars, roads and alleys.  
CAUTION  
• In the unassembled state, this package contains small parts. Adult assembly is required.  
• Use the charger in dry locations only.  
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Parts  
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If you experience a problem with this product, or are missing a part, please call us at 1-800-348-0751, rather than return this  
product to the store.  
Please identify all parts before assembly and save all packaging material until assembly is complete to ensure that no parts  
are discarded.  
Metal parts have been coated with a lubricant to protect them during shipment. Wipe all metal parts with a paper towel to  
remove any excess lubricant.  
Wheel - 4  
Vehicle Body  
TM  
Door  
Hubcap - 4  
Windshield  
(Taped under vehicle body.)  
Windshield Hinge  
Steering Wheel Bottom  
Note: The gearbox is  
temporarily fastened  
to the inside of the  
battery compartment.  
Refer to step 1 in the  
Assembly section,  
Seat  
page 11.  
Gearbox  
Steering Wheel Top  
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Parts  
*Note: For your convenience, an extra 25 amp fuse is included.  
ANT  
IMPORT  
FUSE MUST  
P
O
T
AMP  
5
A
2
ALLED IN  
BEFORE  
Y
BE INST  
TTER  
L
RECHARGE  
OF BA IL  
Y
W
TE  
TO  
OR OPERA  
Rear Axle  
6 Volt Battery  
(Located in cardboard box  
inside battery compartment.)  
Steering Column  
Front Wheel  
Traction Band - 2  
Driver  
6 Volt Charger  
(Located in cardboard box  
inside battery compartment.)  
25 Amp Fuse - 1*  
Steering Wheel  
Cap  
Hubcap Cover - 4  
Steering Linkage Cover  
(Taped under vehicle body.)  
Spacer  
Rectangular Bushing - 2  
Steering Linkage  
Not Shown: Label Sheet - 2  
5
Round Bushing - 6  
Hex Bushing - 2  
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Parts  
*Note: For your convenience, an extra .437 white cap nut, .354 black cap nut and lock washer are included.  
1
2
#6 x / " Screw - 5  
.437 (Large) White Cap Nut – 2*  
#6 x 1" Screw - 2  
1
1
4
4
/ " x 1 / " Screw - 2  
.354 (Small) Black Cap Nut – 2*  
3
4
#8 x / " Screw - 13  
(Small Diameter Head)  
Lock Washer - 4*  
3
4
#10 x / " Trusshead Screw  
(Large Diameter Head)  
7
Small Washer - 2  
#10 Lock Nut  
16  
/ " Large Washer - 5  
Note: Tighten and loosen all screws with a  
Phillips Screwdriver. Do not over-tighten the screws.  
All Shown Actual Size  
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Parts Diagram  
D
13  
Right Rear Wheel Assembly  
35  
25  
11  
12  
23  
23  
38  
14  
15  
7
26  
2
18  
16  
6
4
22  
36  
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37  
22  
22  
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TM  
27  
28  
18  
32  
3
22  
22  
1
19  
5
31  
18  
24  
38  
22  
20  
31  
26  
22  
24  
9
18  
20  
4
20  
21  
16  
15  
4
30  
15  
8
17  
18  
20  
26  
16  
29  
Note: Some parts shown are assembled  
on both sides of the vehicle.  
10  
8
33  
1. Vehicle Body  
2. Seat  
3. Door  
4. Wheel - 4  
5. Rear Axle  
6. Windshield  
7. Driver  
8. Front Axle - 2  
9. Steering Linkage Cover  
10. Steering Linkage  
15. Hubcap - 4  
27. 6 Volt Charger  
28. 6 Volt Battery  
16. Hubcap Cover - 4  
17. Hex Bushing - 2  
18. Round Bushing - 6  
19. Spacer  
29. Steering Bracket  
30. Front Wheel Traction Band - 2  
31. Small Washer - 2  
32. #10 x 3/4" Trusshead Screw  
33. #10 Lock Nut  
34. Windshield Hinge  
35. #6 x 1" Screw - 2  
36. 25 Amp Fuse  
20. Large Washer - 5  
21. 1/4" x 1 1/4" Screw - 2  
22. #8 x 3/4" Screw - 13  
23. #6 x 1/2" Screw - 5  
24. .437 White Cap Nut - 2  
25. .354 Black Cap Nut  
26. Lock Washer - 4  
11. Steering Wheel Top  
12. Steering Wheel Bottom  
13. Steering Wheel Cap  
14. Steering Column  
37. Gearbox  
38. Rectangular Bushing - 2  
Not Shown - Label Sheet - 2  
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Battery Charging  
E
ELECTRICAL HAZARD  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
• Battery can fall out and injure a  
Use the charger in dry locations only.  
child if vehicle tips over. Always use battery  
clamp.  
PREVENT FIRE  
Important Notes  
Your new battery must be charged for at least 18 hours  
before you use it in your vehicle for the first time.  
• We recommend that you start charging your battery before  
beginning assembly of your new vehicle.  
- Do not bypass a Power Wheels® fuse.  
It is a safety device.  
- Use only a Power Wheels® 25 Amp fuse.  
- Never modify the electrical system.  
Alterations could cause a fire resulting in  
serious injury and could also ruin the  
electrical system.  
- Use of the wrong type battery or  
charger could cause a fire or explosion  
resulting in serious injury.  
- Use of Power Wheels® components in  
products other than Power Wheels®  
vehicles could cause overheating,  
fire or explosion.  
• The battery must be upright while charging.  
• The charger is not a toy.  
• Do not short circuit the battery.  
• You do not need to remove the battery from your vehicle to  
recharge it.  
• Before charging the battery, examine the battery case for  
cracks or other damage which may allow sulfuric acid  
(electrolyte) to leak during the charging process. Never  
attempt to charge a damaged battery. If damage is  
detected, do not charge the battery or use it in your vehicle.  
Battery acid is very corrosive and can cause severe damage  
to surfaces it contacts. Take precautions to protect any  
surface on which you charge the battery.  
• The battery must be handled by adults  
only. The battery is heavy and contains  
sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Dropping the  
battery could result in serious injury.  
• Do not charge the battery on a surface (such as kitchen  
countertops) which could be damaged by the acid  
contained inside the battery. Take precautions to protect the  
surface on which you charge your battery.  
• Use only a Power Wheels® Type H 6 volt charger  
(120 VAC 60 Hz 12W with an output of 6 VDC 4.8W [800 mA]  
to charge your Power Wheels® 6 volt battery.  
• Never allow children to charge the battery.  
Battery charging must be done by adults  
only. A child could be injured by the  
electricity involved in charging the battery.  
• If your battery is old and will not accept a charge, do not  
leave it in the vehicle. Always remove a dead battery from  
the vehicle.  
• Never lift or carry the battery by the wires  
or connector. This can damage the battery  
and possibly cause a fire resulting in  
serious injury. Lift and carry the battery  
by the case only.  
• Read the safety instructions on  
the battery.  
• Examine the battery, charger and their  
connectors for excessive wear or damage  
each time you charge the battery. If  
damage or excessive wear is detected, do  
not use the charger or the battery until you  
have replaced the worn or damaged part.  
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Battery Charging  
IMPORTANT! The battery must be removed from your vehicle  
for the initial charge in order to complete assembly. After  
assembly is complete, you do not need to remove the battery  
from your vehicle to recharge it.  
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1
Seat  
Lock Fasteners  
Cardboard Box  
Containing Battery  
and Battery Charger  
Rear View  
Remove the cardboard box containing the battery and  
battery charger from the battery compartment.  
Rear View  
Locked  
Unlocked  
Battery Charger  
Battery  
Locate the lock fasteners in the back of the seat.  
4
Using a slotted screwdriver, turn each lock fastener  
1
4
/ turn to the unlocked  
position.  
T
AN  
IMPORT  
MUST  
P
FUSE  
TO  
25 AMPALLED IN  
A
BEFORE  
Y
BE INSTTTER  
RECHARGE  
OF BA  
WILL TE  
Y
TO  
OR OPERA  
Seat  
2
Cardboard Box  
Remove the battery and the battery charger from the  
cardboard box. Throw the cardboard box away.  
Rear View  
Lift the seat to remove it from the vehicle body.  
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Battery Charging  
25 Amp Fuse  
7
5
ANT  
IMPORT  
FUSE MUST  
AMP  
25  
ALLED IN  
P
O
T
A
BEFORE  
Y
BE INST  
TTER  
RECHARGE  
OF BA  
WILL  
Y
TE  
TO  
OR OPERA  
• Insert a Power Wheels® 25 amp fuse into the battery.  
Note: The top of the fuse will not be flush with the top of the  
battery when properly installed.  
• Plug the charger into a standard 120 volt wall outlet.  
Note: If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a switch,  
make sure the switch is ON.  
• Before first time use, charge the battery for at least 18 hours.  
Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours.  
Charger  
Note: The battery must be upright while charging.  
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Charger  
• Recharge the battery after each use of your vehicle for  
at least 14 hours. Do not charge the battery longer than  
30 hours.  
Connector  
Battery  
Connector  
• Once the battery is charged, disconnect the charger  
connector from the battery connector. Unplug the charger  
from the wall outlet. The battery is now ready to be installed  
in your vehicle. Please see “Battery Installation” on page 24  
for detailed instructions on installing your battery. If your  
battery is already installed in your vehicle, simply re-connect  
the battery connector and motor harness connector and  
re-assemble the seat.  
• Plug the battery connector into the charger connector.  
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Assembly  
F
Gearbox  
2
WARNING  
Teeth  
Children can be harmed by small parts,  
sharp edges and sharp points in the  
vehicle’s unassembled state, or by electrical  
items. Care should be taken in unpacking  
and assembly of the vehicle. Children  
should not handle parts, including the  
battery, or help in assembly of the vehicle.  
Large  
Opening  
Hole  
Round  
Bushing  
See  
Inset  
Barrel Side  
1
Gearbox  
Hole  
Rear View  
Round Bushing  
Fit a round bushing, barrel side first,  
into the hole inside the battery  
compartment.  
See  
Inset  
Round  
Bushing  
Plastic  
Retainer  
Position the gearbox with the teeth  
outward. Fit the gearbox through the  
large opening in the side of the battery compartment.  
Rear View  
Cut and Remove  
Plastic Retainer  
Turn the vehicle body upright.  
Using safety scissors, cut the  
plastic retainer holding the  
gearbox in place.  
Throw the plastic retainer away.  
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Assembly  
Smooth Surface  
Ribs  
4
3
Lock Washer  
Rounded Side UP  
Assembly Tool  
with Lock  
Washer Inside  
Hubcap  
Inside of Wheel  
Outside of Wheel  
Identify the inside and the outside of a wheel.  
The inside of the wheel has ribs on its surface. The outside  
of the wheel has a smooth surface.  
Rectangular  
Bushing  
Rear Axle  
5
Round Bushing  
Assembly Tool  
Base End Up  
Barrel Side  
Inside of  
Wheel  
Round Bushing  
Rectangular  
Bushing  
Fit a round bushing, barrel side first, into the hole in the  
inside of a wheel (ribbed side).  
Repeat this procedure to insert a round bushing into the  
inside of another wheel.  
With the base end up, fit a rectangular bushing onto the  
end of the rear axle.  
Position a hubcap with the ridges down. Fit the hubcap  
onto the rear axle.  
Outside of  
Wheel  
Fit a lock washer (rounded side up) into the assembly tool.  
Make sure it fits completely inside the assembly tool.  
6
Rear Axle  
Position the rear axle with the hubcap up, as shown. Fit the  
assembly tool (with lock washer in it) onto one end of the  
rear axle.  
Tap the assembly tool with a hammer to secure the lock  
washer on the end of the rear axle.  
Hint: You may want to position the rear axle on a scrap  
block of wood to protect the assembly surface.  
Peg  
Small Hole  
Pull on the lock washer to be sure it is secure on the  
rear axle.  
Insert the rear axle into the hole in the outside (smooth side)  
of the wheel.  
Be sure to align the rectangular bushing with the  
rectangular opening in the outside of the wheel.  
12 Fit the peg on the inside of the hubcap into the small hole in  
the outside of the wheel.  
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Assembly  
Base  
9
7
Driver  
Grooves  
Rectangular  
Bushing  
Rectangular  
Bushing  
Rear Wheel Well  
Round  
Bushing  
Rear Axle  
Outside of Wheel  
Spacer  
Large  
Washer  
Small  
Hole  
Barrel Side  
Peg  
Hubcap  
Fit another wheel (with a round bushing inserted) onto the  
end of the rear axle. Make sure the outside of the wheel  
(smooth side) faces out and the ribs on the inside of the  
wheel fit in the grooves in the driver.  
Rear Axle  
Assembly  
Round Bushing  
Fit a rectangular bushing, base side out, onto the rear axle.  
Fit a round bushing, barrel side first, into the hole in the  
vehicle body rear wheel well, as shown.  
Push the rectangular bushing so that it fits into the  
rectangular opening in the wheel.  
Slide a large washer onto the rear axle assembly.  
Slide a spacer onto the rear axle assembly.  
Fit a hubcap to the outside of the wheel. Make sure the  
peg on the hubcap fits into the small hole in the outside of  
the wheel.  
Fit the rear axle assembly through the round bushing and  
into the hole in the vehicle body rear wheel well.  
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Gearbox  
Teeth  
Rear Axle  
Driver  
Fit the driver onto the end of the rear axle.  
Align the ribs on the inside of the driver with the gearbox  
teeth. Fit the driver to the gearbox.  
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Assembly  
12  
10  
Lock Washer  
Rounded Side UP  
Assembly Tool  
with Lock  
Rear  
Washer Inside  
Axle  
Door  
3
4
Insert eight #8 x / " screws into the door, as shown.  
Tighten the screws.  
Bottom View  
Turn the vehicle body on its side.  
Fit a lock washer (rounded side up)  
into the assembly tool. Make sure it fits  
completely inside the assembly tool.  
Assembly Tool  
13  
Door  
Fit the assembly tool (with lock washer in it) onto the end of  
the rear axle.  
Tap the assembly tool with a hammer to secure the lock  
washer on the end of the rear axle.  
Pull on the lock washer to be sure it is secure on the  
rear axle.  
TM  
Peg  
Hubcap  
11  
Hubcap  
Cover  
Slots  
See  
Inset  
Tab  
Hole  
Fit the door peg into the hole in the top of the vehicle body.  
Turn the vehicle body  
Tab  
Tab  
upright (or keep on its side).  
Insert one of the tabs on the hubcap cover into a slot in  
the hubcap.  
Then, push with your fingernail (or carefully with a  
slotted screwdriver), the other two hubcap cover tabs into  
the slots in the hubcap.  
Repeat this procedure to assemble another hubcap cover  
to the other hubcap.  
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Assembly  
Windshield Hinge  
16  
Fold around  
back edge of  
windshield  
14  
See  
Inset  
Back Edge  
of Windshield  
Dotted Line  
Windshield  
Label 2  
Turn the windshield face down on a  
flat surface.  
Cut label #2 from the large label sheet.  
Position the windshield upright, as shown.  
Fit the windshield hinge to the  
corner of the windshield.  
Remove the backing and position the label on the right  
side of the windshield, as shown.  
Hint: Align the dotted line on the label with the back edge  
of the windshield.  
Fold the back end of the label around the back edge of  
the windshield.  
Windshield  
17  
Tabs  
Windshield  
15  
Tabs  
Peg  
IMPORTANT!  
Insert side tab into  
this slot FIRST  
TM  
Windshield  
Hinge  
Note the location of six tabs and one peg on the windshield.  
First insert the tab on the side of the windshield (that is  
3
4
opposite the door) into the slot in the vehicle body.  
Insert two #8 x / " screws through the windshield hinge  
and into the windshield. Tighten the screws.  
Then fit the remaining five tabs and peg on the windshield  
into the slots and hole in the vehicle body.  
When you are sure all six tabs and one peg are inserted,  
push down on the windshield to snap the tabs in place.  
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Assembly  
B Marking  
A Marking  
20  
18  
Large  
Washer  
Large  
Washer  
See  
Inset  
See  
Inset  
Front  
Axle  
Front  
Axle  
See  
Inset  
Steering  
Linkage  
Cover  
B Marking  
A Marking  
Steering  
Linkage  
Curve  
Steering  
Linkage  
Cover  
Bottom View  
TOWARD  
You  
Front  
Hole  
Large  
Washer  
Slide a large washer onto the  
short end of each front axle.  
Position the steering linkage  
cover over the steering linkage.  
Make sure the A and B  
markings in the steering linkage  
cover match the A and B  
markings in the steering linkage. Fit the steering linkage  
cover onto the front axles.  
Turn the vehicle body over so that the bottom faces you.  
3
4
Insert one #8 x / " screw through the front hole in the  
A Marking  
vehicle body and into the windshield, as shown.  
3
4
Fit a small washer to two #8 x / " screws. Insert these  
screws with washers through the other holes in the vehicle  
body and into the windshield, as shown.  
Tighten the screws.  
Note: The steering linkage curve should still face you.  
Front  
Axle  
Steering Linkage  
19  
21  
Cap  
Nut  
Front  
Axle  
See  
Inset  
Front  
Axle  
Steering Linkage  
Curve TOWARD You  
Steering  
Linkage  
Turn the steering linkage so  
that the inside (grooved side)  
is facing up and the curve is  
toward you.  
Short End of  
Front Axle  
Fit a .437 white cap nut onto the end of a front axle.  
Position each front axle so  
that the short end is facing up.  
Tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it to the end of the  
front axle.  
Long End of  
Front Axle  
Insert the short end of the  
front axles up through the  
ends of the steering linkage,  
as shown.  
Repeat this procedure to fasten another .437 white cap nut  
to the other front axle.  
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Assembly  
Steering Linkage  
Assembly  
(Smooth Side Up)  
Front Axle  
22  
24  
Large  
Washer  
See  
Inset  
Bottom View  
Fit a large washer onto a front axle.  
Smooth Surface  
Ribs  
25  
Notch  
Notch  
Bottom View  
Turn the steering assembly  
over, with the smooth  
side up.  
Fit the steering linkage  
assembly to the front end  
of the vehicle body.  
IMPORTANT! Make sure the  
notch on the steering linkage assembly aligns with the notch  
in the front end of the vehicle body.  
Inside of Wheel  
Outside of Wheel  
Identify the inside and the outside of a wheel.  
The inside of the wheel has ribs on its surface. The outside  
of the wheel has a smooth surface.  
23  
Steering  
Linkage  
Deep  
Holes  
Inside  
of Wheel  
Outside  
of Wheel  
26  
Hex  
Bushing  
Round  
Bushing  
Barrel Side  
Barrel Side  
Bottom View  
Round Bushing  
Hex Bushing  
1
1
4
4
Insert two / " x 1 / " screws through the deep holes in the  
steering linkage assembly and into the vehicle body.  
Fit a round bushing, barrel side first, into the hole in the  
inside of a wheel (ribbed side).  
Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver.  
Do not over-tighten.  
Fit a hex bushing, barrel side first, into the hole in the  
outside of a wheel (smooth side).  
Pull up on the steering linkage assembly to be sure it is  
secure. If it is not secure, tighten the screw with a few  
more turns.  
17 Repeat this procedure to insert a round bushing and hex  
bushing into the remaining wheel.  
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Assembly  
Outside of Wheel  
Notches  
Notches  
Hubcap  
27  
29  
Front  
Axle  
Front Wheel  
Traction Band  
Wheel  
Peg  
Small Hole  
Ridges  
Ridges  
Fit the wheel (with a round bushing and hex bushing  
inserted) onto the end of the front axle. Make sure the  
outside of the wheel (smooth side) faces out.  
Fit a hubcap to the outside of the wheel. Make sure the  
peg on the hubcap fits into the small hole in the outside  
of the wheel.  
Fit the notches on the inside of a front wheel traction band  
to the ridges on a front wheel, as shown.  
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Hint: You may want to soak the traction band in hot water for  
about two minutes to soften it.  
Assembly Tool  
with Lock  
Lock Washer  
Rounded Side UP  
Washer Inside  
30  
Front  
Axle  
Bottom View  
Assembly Tool  
Slide the other side of the front wheel traction band around  
the front wheel.  
Turn the vehicle body on its side.  
Fit the lock washer (rounded side up) into the assembly tool.  
Make sure it fits completely inside the assembly tool.  
Fit the assembly tool (with lock washer in it) onto the end of  
the front axle.  
Tap the assembly tool with a hammer to secure the lock  
washer on the end of the front axle.  
Pull the wheel up to be sure it is secure on the front axle.  
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Assembly  
Steering Wheel  
Right  
Spoke  
31  
33  
Left  
Spoke  
TM  
Hubcap  
Slots  
Label 25  
See  
Inset  
Label 24  
Bottom  
Spoke  
Hubcap  
Cover  
Tab  
Label 26  
Cut the steering wheel labels (#24, #25 and #26) from the  
smaller label sheet. Now, position the steering wheel labels,  
as shown in the illustration, around the steering wheel.  
Tab  
Tab  
Hint: These labels will be applied around the spokes on the  
steering wheel. Carefully apply the center portion of each  
label to the topside of each spoke. Gently smooth the label  
around each spoke.  
Turn the vehicle body upright (or keep it on its side).  
Fit a hubcap cover into the hubcap.  
Insert one of the tabs on the hubcap cover into a slot in  
the hubcap.  
Remove the backing from label 24 and apply the label to  
the left spoke. Throw the backing away.  
Then, push with your fingernail (or carefully with a slotted  
screwdriver), the other two hubcap cover tabs into the slots  
in the hubcap.  
Remove the backing from label 25 and apply the label to  
the bottom spoke. Throw the backing away.  
Repeat assembly steps 27 - 31 to assemble the remaining  
wheel, round bushing, hex bushing, washer, lock washer,  
front wheel traction bands, hubcap and hubcap cover.  
Remove the backing from label 26 and apply the label to  
the right spoke. Throw the backing away.  
Steering  
Wheel  
Bottom  
34  
Large Opening Upright  
32  
Steering Column  
Steering  
Wheel  
Top  
Bend  
Upright  
Steering Wheel  
Position the steering wheel with the large opening upright.  
Position the steering column so that the bend is upright,  
as shown.  
Place the steering wheel top face down on a flat surface.  
Fit the steering wheel bottom to the steering wheel top.  
1
2
Insert five #6 x / " screws through the steering  
Fit the steering column through the center hole in the  
steering wheel.  
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wheel bottom and into the steering wheel top. Tighten  
the screws.  
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Assembly  
Steering  
Linkage  
37  
35  
.354 Cap Nut  
Steering  
Bracket  
See  
Inset  
Steering  
Column  
2nd Bend  
Cap Nut  
Steering  
Column  
Steering  
Bracket  
Bottom View  
Fit a .354 black cap nut onto the end of the steering column.  
Tap the cap nut with a hammer to secure it on the  
steering column.  
Turn the vehicle body on its side, so  
that the bottom faces you.  
Hints:  
Position the steering bracket behind  
the steering linkage, as shown.  
- You may need the help of another adult to keep these two  
parts in the correct position.  
Fit the steering column through the hole in the steering  
bracket to the second bend.  
- You may want to position the steering column on a scrap  
block of wood to protect the assembly surface.  
38  
36  
Curved End  
of Steering  
Column  
Steering  
Bracket  
B
Windshield  
Steering  
Column  
Large Hole  
See  
Inset  
A
Steering  
Linkage  
Small  
Rectangular  
Opening  
Bottom View  
With the large opening in the steering wheel upright, fit the  
curved end of the steering column down into the large hole  
in the windshield.  
Fit the end of the steering column  
through the hole in the  
Continue to insert the curved end of the steering column  
through the small, rectangular opening in the floor of  
the vehicle body.  
A
steering linkage  
.
B
Turn the steering bracket and fit it into place  
.
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Assembly  
Seat  
39  
41  
3
4
#10 x / "  
Trusshead  
Screw  
Lock  
Fastener  
Tabs  
See  
Inset  
Lock Nut  
Lock Nut  
Bottom View  
3
4
Insert a #10 x / " trusshead screw  
through the front end of the vehicle  
body and through the hole in  
the bracket.  
Screw  
Attach a lock nut to the end of the screw.  
Rear View  
While holding the locknut in place with an adjustable  
wrench, tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver.  
Do not over-tighten.  
Unlocked  
Locked  
Insert the seat front tabs into the slots inside the  
vehicle body.  
Then, insert the lock fastener tabs on the back of the seat  
into the slots in the vehicle body.  
Steering Wheel Cap  
1
40  
4
Using a slotted screwdriver, turn each lock fastener / turn  
to the locked  
position.  
IMPORTANT! Remember to keep the lock fasteners locked  
at all times to prevent children from accessing the vehicle  
battery compartment.  
Steering  
Wheel  
Assembly is now complete.  
IMPORTANT! Please carefully read the owner’s information  
in this manual and teach your child about proper vehicle  
operation and rules for safe driving before allowing operation  
of this vehicle.  
Top View  
Turn the vehicle body upright.  
Fit the steering wheel cap into the center of the  
steering wheel.  
Insert two #6 x 1" screws through the steering wheel cap  
and into the steering wheel. Tighten the screws.  
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Label Decoration  
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Proper label application will help to keep the labels looking their best! When applying labels, keep the following  
guidelines in mind:  
Wash your hands before applying the labels.  
Before applying the labels, wipe the surface of the vehicle with a clean, dry cloth to remove any dust or oils.  
Place the labels exactly as shown in the illustrations.  
For best results, avoid repositioning a label once it has been applied to the vehicle.  
After applying a label, rub the label firmly with a clean, dry cloth to make sure the label is adhered to your vehicle.  
Start at the center of a label, and smooth towards the outer edges to remove air bubbles.  
1
3
4
5
17  
TM  
7
29  
15  
19  
12  
23  
11  
Front / Right Side View  
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Label Decoration  
1
2
14  
28  
6
16  
19  
23  
13  
Front / Left Side View  
17  
3
18  
20  
17  
21  
8
9
27  
27  
10  
22  
Rear View  
23  
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Battery Installation  
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IMPORTANT! Use only a Power Wheels® Type H 6 volt battery  
with a Power Wheels® 25 Amp fuse installed. Use of any other  
battery or fuse will damage your vehicle. Make sure that you  
charge the battery for at least 18 hours using the enclosed  
Power Wheels® 6 volt charger before operating your vehicle for  
the first time. Charge the battery for at least 14 hours after each  
use of the vehicle. Never charge the battery longer than 30  
hours. Failure to follow these instructions may damage your  
battery and will void your warranty.  
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Battery  
Clamp  
Battery  
®
1
Seat  
See  
Inset  
Lock  
Fasteners  
Battery  
Clamp  
Battery  
Compartment  
• While pressing the vehicle body tab,  
lift the edge of the battery clamp.  
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• Place a Power Wheels® 6 volt battery  
upright in the battery compartment,  
as shown.  
Locked  
Unlocked  
Locate the lock fasteners in the back of the seat.  
Using a slotted screwdriver, turn each lock fastener  
1
4
/ turn to the unlocked  
position.  
4
Seat  
2
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Battery  
Clamp  
Rotate the battery clamp down until it "snaps" into place.  
Pull up on the battery clamp to be sure it is secure.  
Lift the seat to remove it from the vehicle body.  
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Battery Installation  
Motor  
6
Harness  
5
Battery  
Connector  
Seat  
Connector  
Lock  
Fastener  
Tabs  
®
Slots  
Slots  
Plug the battery connector into the motor  
harness connector.  
Note: If the battery connector will not plug into the motor  
harness connector, turn it over and try again! Do not force  
the battery connector into the motor harness connector.  
Lock Fasteners  
Locked  
Unlocked  
Insert the seat front tabs into the slots inside the  
vehicle body.  
Then, insert the lock fastener tabs on the back of the seat  
into the slots in the vehicle body.  
1
4
Using a slotted screwdriver, turn each lock fastener / turn  
to the locked  
position.  
IMPORTANT! Remember to keep the lock fasteners  
locked at all times to prevent children from accessing  
the vehicle battery compartment.  
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Battery Care  
and Disposal  
Battery Care and Disposal  
I
Care  
Disposal  
Your Power Wheels® battery is a sealed lead-acid  
battery. It must be recycled or disposed of in an  
environmentally sound manner.  
If a battery leak develops, avoid contact with the leaking  
acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag. See  
information below for proper disposal.  
If acid comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with cool  
water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician.  
Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in a fire. The battery  
may explode or leak.  
Do not dispose of a lead-acid battery in your regular,  
household trash. The incineration, landfilling or mixing  
of sealed lead-acid batteries with household trash is  
prohibited by law in most areas.  
Return exhausted batteries to a federal or state approved  
lead-acid battery recycler, such as a Power Wheels®  
authorized service center, or a local seller of automotive  
batteries. For the service center location nearest you, please  
call 1-800-348-0751. Contact your local waste management  
officials for other information regarding the environmentally  
sound collection, recycling and disposal of lead-acid  
batteries. If you live in the State of Florida or Minnesota, it is  
prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead-acid  
batteries in the municipal waste stream.  
If acid is internally ingested, give water, milk of  
magnesia or egg whites immediately. Never give emetics or  
induce vomiting. Call a physician.  
Charge a new battery for at least 18 hours before first use.  
Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours.  
Overcharging or undercharging the battery may  
shorten battery life and decrease vehicle running time.  
After the first charge, recharge the battery for at least  
14 hours after each use. Never charge the battery longer  
than 30 hours. Charge the battery after each use,  
regardless of how long the vehicle was used.  
The battery must be upright while charging.  
Do not allow the battery to run down completely  
before charging.  
Charge the battery before storing the vehicle.  
Charge the battery at least once per month, even if  
the vehicle has not been used.  
Leaving the battery in a discharged condition will  
ruin it.  
Always remove an exhausted battery from the vehicle.  
Battery leakage and corrosion can damage the vehicle.  
Do not store the battery on a surface (such as a kitchen  
countertop) which could be damaged by the acid contained  
inside the battery. Take precautions to protect the surface on  
which you store the battery.  
Do not store the battery in temperatures above 75° F  
or below -10° F.  
Prevent the battery from moving freely inside the  
battery compartment. Always use the battery clamp to  
secure the battery in the battery compartment.  
Examine the battery, charger and their connectors for  
excessive wear or damage each time you charge the  
battery. If damage is detected, do not use the charger  
or the battery until you have replaced the worn or  
damaged part.  
Caring For  
Your Vehicle  
J
Check all screws, cap nuts and their protective coverings  
regularly and tighten as required. Check plastic parts on  
a regular basis for cracks or broken pieces.  
During snowy or rainy weather, the vehicle should be stored  
inside or under a protective cover. Remember to charge the  
battery at least once per month while your vehicle is not in  
regular use.  
Avoid operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions, and  
do not spray the vehicle with a hose. Do not wash the  
vehicle with soap and water. Water or moisture in the motors  
or electrical switches can cause them to corrode, and could  
cause switch or motor failure.  
Avoid operating the vehicle on sand, loose dirt or  
gravel. Sand, loose dirt or gravel in the motors or electrical  
switches can cause them to jam, and could cause switch or  
motor failure.  
The vehicle can be wiped down with a soft, dry cloth.  
For a shiny finish, you can wipe plastic parts with a non-wax  
furniture polish applied to a soft-cloth. Do not use auto-  
motive wax. Do not use soap and water or spray the vehicle  
with a hose.  
To ensure that your vehicle stays in good operating order,  
we recommend that you periodically have your vehicle  
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checked by a Power Wheels authorized service center.  
For the location of the authorized service center nearest to  
you, visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com.  
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Rules for Safe Driving  
K
RIDING HAZARD  
7. Do not allow your child to drive on sloped or inclined  
surfaces. Restrict your child’s driving to generally  
WARNING  
level ground ONLY!  
8. Do not allow your child to drive down or across a  
Prevent Injuries and Deaths  
steep slope.  
• Direct Adult Supervision Required.  
• Keep Children Within Safe Riding Areas  
These areas must be:  
- The vehicle may gain unsafe speed, even if the pedal  
is released to stop.  
- The vehicle may tilt and tip over.  
- The wheels could lose traction, causing the vehicle  
to slip.  
- away from swimming pools and other  
bodies of water to prevent drownings.  
- generally level to prevent tipovers.  
- away from steps, driveways, cars,  
roads and alleys.  
9. Do not allow your child to drive up steep inclines. The  
motor may stop and the vehicle could roll backwards at  
an unsafe speed.  
10. Never put anything near any moving parts. Rotating  
parts such as motors, gear boxes and wheels can snag  
fingers, hair, etc., causing serious injury. Do not allow  
operation of the vehicle when it is on its side or in an  
upside-down position.  
Teach Safety Rules to Children  
While children can quickly develop the skill necessary to drive  
this vehicle, it is important to remember that their judgment  
skills are still very immature. Unsupervised driving by children  
can lead to serious injury. Before children use this vehicle, an  
adult should carefully evaluate the driving area as well as the  
children’s skill level and ability to drive this vehicle safely.  
Children are not always able to recognize or anticipate  
hazards, even when they have been taught about them.  
THERE IS NO ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR DIRECT  
ADULT SUPERVISION.  
11. Do not operate the vehicle near flammable vapors  
(gasoline, paint thinner, acetone, liquid wax, etc.).  
The vehicle’s electrical switches, like most electrical  
switches, emit an internal spark when first turned on or  
turned off. The presence of flammable liquids or vapors  
could cause an explosion or a fire. Keep all flammable  
products in tightly sealed containers and away from  
the vehicle.  
12. Do not allow a child to operate the vehicle without direct  
adult supervision. To prevent unsupervised use of the  
vehicle, disconnect the motor harness from the battery  
when the vehicle is not in use.  
Teach appropriate safety rules to your child before  
allowing operation of this vehicle. These rules should also be  
reviewed with neighborhood children or other playmates who  
want to drive this vehicle.  
Riding Rules  
Make sure children know and follow these rules for  
safe driving:  
1. Always sit on the seat.  
2. Always wear shoes.  
3. Only 1 (one) rider at a time. A child who is not sitting on the  
seat or who is standing on the vehicle could fall off, cause  
a tip-over or block the driver’s view. A child could be  
seriously injured.  
4. Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the street or  
near moving (motorized) vehicles.  
5. Do not allow any child to drive near bodies of water  
(such as pools or creeks), obstructions (such as furniture,  
low tree limbs or play equipment), or drop-offs (such as  
stairs or decks).  
6. Do not allow any child to drive the vehicle in the dark.  
A child could encounter unexpected obstacles and have  
an accident. Operate the vehicle only in the daytime or a  
well-lit area.  
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How to Operate  
Your Vehicle  
Bumper-to-Bumper*  
Limited Warranty  
M
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*One year limited warranty from the date of  
IMPORTANT! Use this vehicle ONLY outdoors. Most interior  
flooring can be damaged by riding this vehicle indoors.  
Fisher-Price® will not be responsible for damage to floors if  
the vehicle is used indoors.  
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purchase on the Power Wheels vehicle.  
Six month limited warranty on the  
6 volt battery.  
Drive Forward  
For the original purchaser, this one year limited warranty covers  
the Power Wheels® ride-on vehicle (purchased from  
Power Wheels®) against defects in materials and workmanship.  
The six month limited warranty applies only to the 6 volt battery  
included by Power Wheels® with the original purchase of the  
vehicle.  
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1
2
This warranty covers normal use and does not cover the Power  
Wheels® vehicle or battery if damaged by unreasonable use,  
neglect, accident, abuse, misuse, improper service or other  
causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship.  
Evidence of any attempt at consumer repair will void this  
warranty. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND IS INTENDED  
TO EXCLUDE, ANY LIABILITY ON THE PART OF POWER WHEELS®,  
WHETHER UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR IMPLIED BY LAW FOR ANY  
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF  
WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATION SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
Press this button  
to move forward.  
1
Press the FORWARD  
Press the foot pedal  
maximum of 2.5 mph 3 .  
button below the seat.  
2
. The vehicle will drive forward at a  
Should you need service or assistance with your vehicle during  
the warranty period, do not return the vehicle to the store.  
Power Wheels® has provided a nationwide network of  
authorized service centers. Power Wheels® is continually  
expanding our Authorized Service Center Network. If there is not  
an authorized service center in your area, please call Consumer  
Relations for information, 1-800-348-0751.  
To Stop  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU  
MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE  
TO STATE.  
PLEASE SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT.  
Your vehicle has a patented, electronic braking system that  
automatically stops the vehicle when your child’s foot is lifted  
from the pedal.  
Make sure your child is comfortable with steering the vehicle  
and automatically knows how to stop.  
Reverse  
3
1
2
Press this button  
for reverse.  
IMPORTANT! To avoid damaging the motors and gears,  
be sure to stop the vehicle before switching from forward  
to reverse.  
Press the REVERSE  
1
button below the seat.  
2
Press the foot pedal  
. The vehicle will back up at a  
maximum of 2.5 mph 3 .  
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Problems and Solutions Guide  
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IMPORTANT! If you experience a problem with your vehicle, first check the Problems and Solutions Guide  
below. If you still experience a problem, please contact Power Wheels® Consumer Relations, toll-free at  
1-800-348-0751 between 8 AM and 6 PM (EST) Monday through Friday. Or, contact your local Power Wheels  
authorized service center. For the location nearest you, please visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com.  
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Problem  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Vehicle does not run  
Undercharged battery  
Charge the battery. A new battery should have been  
charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the  
first time. After first-time use, recharge the battery for at least  
14 hours after each use. Never charge the battery  
longer than 30 hours.  
Check all connectors. Make sure the charger connector is  
plugged into the battery, and that the charger is plugged into  
the wall.  
Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.  
Charger is not working  
There is no sure way to tell if your charger is working unless  
you have a volt meter. If you suspect there is a problem with  
®
your charger, contact your local Power Wheels authorized  
service center. They can test your charger for you.  
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse  
Blown fuse  
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed  
®
Power Wheels 25 amp fuse before charging. Do not  
substitute parts.  
Make sure that the fuse in the battery is in good  
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condition. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels  
25 amp fuse. Do not substitute parts.  
Loose wire or loose connectors  
Dead battery  
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor  
harness connector is plugged into the battery, and that there  
are no loose wires around the motors.  
If your battery is old or if you have not followed Battery Care  
instructions, your battery may be dead. If you are unsure  
whether or not the battery is dead, you can have it tested at  
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your local Power Wheels authorized service center.  
Electrical switch damage  
The electrical switches can become corroded due to  
exposure to water or moisture, or can jam due to loose dirt,  
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sand or gravel. Contact your local Power Wheels authorized  
service center for diagnosis and repair.  
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Motor damage  
Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service center  
for diagnosis and repair.  
Vehicle was running but  
suddenly stopped  
Loose wire or loose connectors  
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the motor  
harness connector is plugged into the battery, and that there  
are no loose wires around the motors.  
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse  
Blown fuse  
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed  
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Power Wheels 25 amp fuse installed before charging.  
Do not substitute parts.  
Make sure that the fuse in the battery is in good  
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condition. Replace a blown fuse with a Power Wheels  
25 amp fuse. Do not substitute parts.  
Vehicle is overloaded  
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing  
more than 1 rider at one time, by exceeding the  
50 lbs (23 kg) maximum weight capacity, or by towing  
objects behind the vehicle.  
Driving conditions are too stressful  
Use only on generally level ground. Extreme temperatures  
can also affect run time.  
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Problems and Solutions Guide  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Short run time (Less than  
1 - 3 hours per charge)  
Undercharged battery  
Charge the battery. A new battery should have been  
charged for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for  
the first time. After first-time use, recharge the battery for  
at least 14 hours after each use. Never charge the  
battery longer than 30 hours.  
Check all wires and connectors. Make sure the charger  
connector is plugged into the battery, and that the charger is  
plugged into the wall.  
Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.  
Overcharged battery  
Do not charge the battery longer than 30 hours. If you  
suspect that your battery is damaged as a result of  
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overcharging, contact your local Power Wheels authorized  
service center. They can test your battery for you.  
Battery is old and will not  
accept full charge  
Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not  
last forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending  
on vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with  
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a new Power Wheels 6 volt rechargeable battery. Do not  
substitute parts.  
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse  
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed  
®
Power Wheels 25 amp fuse installed before charging.  
For best performance, do not use substitute parts.  
Driving conditions are too stressful  
Undercharged battery  
Use only on generally level ground. Extreme temperatures  
can also affect run time.  
Vehicle runs sluggishly  
Charge the battery. A new battery should have been charged  
for at least 18 hours before using the vehicle for the first time.  
After first-time use, recharge the battery for at least 14 hours  
after each use. Never charge the battery longer than 30 hours.  
Check all connectors. Make sure the charger connector is  
plugged into the battery, and that the charger is plugged into  
the wall.  
Make sure power flow to the wall outlet is “ON”.  
After each use, the battery needs charging.  
Make sure that the battery has a properly installed  
Battery needs charging  
Wrong type or improperly installed fuse  
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Power Wheels 25 amp fuse installed before charging.  
For best performance, do not use substitute parts.  
Battery is old and will not accept  
full charge  
Even with proper care, a rechargeable battery does not last  
forever. Average battery life is 1 to 3 years depending on the  
vehicle use and use conditions. Replace the battery with a  
®
new Power Wheels 6 volt rechargeable battery. Do not  
substitute parts.  
Vehicle is overloaded  
Make sure you do not overload the vehicle by allowing  
more than one rider at one time, by exceeding the 50 lb.  
(23kg.) maximum weight capacity, or by towing objects behind  
the vehicle.  
Driving conditions are too stressful  
Use only on generally level ground.  
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Problems and Solutions Guide  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Sometimes the vehicle doesn’t  
run, but other times it does  
Loose wire or connector  
Motor or electrical switch damage  
Loose wire or connector  
“Dead Spot” on motor  
Broken gears  
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors to  
make sure they are tight.  
®
Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service  
center for diagnosis and repair.  
When the foot pedal is pressed,  
the vehicle won’t run without  
a push  
Check all wires around the motors and all connectors  
to make sure they are tight.  
®
Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service  
center for diagnosis and repair.  
®
Loud clacking or grinding  
noise from a motor-gearbox  
Contact your local Power Wheels authorized service  
center for diagnosis and repair.  
Charger gets warm during use  
It is normal for some chargers to get  
warm during use and is not reason  
for concern.  
No action required.  
If your charger does not get warm during  
use, it does not mean that it is not working properly.  
Battery makes a sizzling or  
gurgling noise when charging  
It is normal for some battery to  
make noise and swell slightly while  
charging and is not reason for  
concern.  
No action required.  
If your battery does not make noise or swell slightly  
during charging, it does not mean that it is  
not accepting the charge.  
If, after reviewing the Problems and Solutions Guide, the vehicle still fails to operate, please contact your nearest  
authorized service center or contact Power Wheels® Consumer Relations toll-free at 1-800-348-0751.  
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IMPORTANT!  
DO NOT use this vehicle  
for the first time until you have  
charged the battery for 18 hours.  
Remember to…  
Insert a 25 amp fuse (included) into the battery.  
Charge the battery immediately after each use.  
Charge the battery once a month during storage, even if the  
vehicle has not been used.  
Failure to follow these instructions will permanently damage your battery and void your  
warranty. Please refer to the Battery Care Section in this manual for more information.  
DO NOT Return your  
Vehicle to the Store !  
If you are missing parts or need assistance,  
Over 400  
Authorized Service Centers!  
Visit us on-line at  
for the location  
please call us toll-free:  
Power Wheels® Consumer Relations  
1-800-348-0751  
8 AM - 6 PM EST, Monday through Friday.  
nearest you.  
Or contact your local, independently owned and operated  
Power Wheels® Authorized Service Center.  
For the location nearest you,  
visit us on-line at www.powerwheels.com.  
Fisher-Price and Power Wheels by Fisher-Price are U.S. trademarks of Mattel, Inc.  
Fisher-Price, Inc., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc., East Aurora, New York 14052 U.S.A.  
©2003 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved.  
Trademarks, design patents and copyrights are used with the approval of the owner VOLKSWAGEN AG.  
BARBIE is a U.S. trademark of Mattel, Inc.  
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