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2006 Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................3
Vehicle Identification and Specifications ......................................6
Things to Know Before You Operate Your Vehicle.....................12
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle..............................16
Operation and Maintenance.......................................................45
Warranty and Customer Service ................................................71
Word Index.................................................................................81

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Introduction
CONTENTS
About this Manual ........................................................................4
Cautions, Warnings and Notes ....................................................5
NOTE: This manual is subject to change. For the latest version
please visit www.gemcar.com, and click on the GEM Owners link at
the bottom of the page.

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing your GEM by Global Electric Motorcars, LLC.
Your vehicle is designed to operate exclusively on battery power. It is
an emission-free vehicle. The ideal application for a battery-powered
neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) like your GEM occurs when the
daily driving pattern is predictable and the distance is short.
The GEM company objective is customer safety and product satisfaction.
This Owner’s Manual is designed to acquaint you with the proper and
safe operation of your GEM vehicle. Please take the time to read and
understand the manual before operating your vehicle. Maintenance
schedules and general care instructions are included in the Operation
and Maintenance section.
This manual is applicable to the following GEM models: The GEM
e2 (Two Passenger NEV), GEM e4 (Four Passenger NEV), GEM eS
(Two Passenger Short-back NEV), and the GEM eL (Two Passenger
Long-back NEV).
Introduction

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If questions arise after reading the manual, contact GEM Customer
Service at 866.764.0616. Please have your Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) and date of purchase information available.
NOTE: All information and specifications in this Owner’s Manual
are current at the time of printing. However, due to GEM’s policy of
continuous product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes,
at any time, without written notice or obligation.
CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, AND NOTES
Throughout this owners manual you will find the words “WARNING!”
and “CAUTION!” these serve as reminders that attention is required.
“WARNING!” indicates an immediate hazard, which could result in an
accident causing bodily injury. “CAUTION!” identifies something that
could result in damage to your vehicle. You will also find information
preceded by the word “NOTE.” Notes are for your information and to
make procedures more easily understood.
Introduction

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Vehicle Identification and Specifications
CONTENTS
Vehicle Information ......................................................................7
General Specifications .................................................................8

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VEHICLE INFORMATION
Figure 1 - VIN/Certification Label Location
For all model vehicles, the vehicle identification number (VIN) can be
found on the VIN/Certification Label, located on the left rear section of
the roof panel. The VIN indicates the model year, the model type and
the serial number of the vehicle.
NOTE: Be sure to record the Vehicle Identification Number in the
space provided.
000
1
1
Vehicle Identification and Specifications
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):
__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|__|
Key # ___________ (Stamped on Key)
Optional Rear Accessory # _______________ (Stamped on Key)
Date purchased: _____ /_____ /_____

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
GEM e2 Specifications
Motor: Heavy Duty 72-Volt Electric Motor
Transmission: Front wheel drive, direct-couple differential
Motor Control: Solid state electronic controller
Tire: 12” Two-ply street rated tires or 10” turf-rated tires
Battery Pack: Six 12-volt flooded or gel batteries of specific make and
model number
Secondary Power Supply: Dual output 30A DC/DC converter
On Board Charger: 72-volt DC charger
110-volt 15 amp AC input
Width: 55 inches
Length: 99 inches
Height: 68 inches
Turning Radius: 12’ 6”
Wheelbase: 72 inches
Curb Weight: 1080 lbs. (EMPTY)
GVW: 1850 lbs. (LOADED)
Available Cargo Capacity:
With Hard Doors: 290 lbs.*
Without Hard Doors: 390 lbs.*
*Depending on the rear accessory option installed
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
GEM e4 Specifications
Motor: Heavy Duty 72-Volt Electric Motor
Transmission: Front wheel drive, direct-couple differential
Motor Control: Solid state electronic controller
Tire: 12” Two-ply street rated tires
Battery Pack: Six 12-volt flooded or gel batteries of specific make and
model number
Secondary Power Supply: Dual output 30A DC/DC converter
On Board Charger: 72-volt DC charger
110-volt 15 amp AC input
Width: 55 inches
Length: 128 inches
Height: 70 inches
Turning Radius: 16’ 6”
Wheelbase: 102 inches
Curb Weight: 1270 lbs. (EMPTY)
GVW: 2200 lbs. (LOADED)
Available Cargo Capacity:
With Hard Doors: 180 lbs.*
Without Hard Doors: 280 lbs.*
*Depending on the rear accessory option installed
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
GEM eS Specifications
Motor: Heavy Duty 72-Volt Electric Motor
Transmission: Front wheel drive, direct-couple differential
Motor Control: Solid state electronic controller
Tire: 12” Two-ply street rated tires
Battery Pack: Six 12-volt flooded or gel batteries of specific make and
model number
Secondary Power Supply: Dual output 30A DC/DC converter
On Board Charger: 72-volt DC charger
110-volt 15 amp AC input
Width: 55 inches
Length: 108 inches
Height: 70 inches
Turning Radius: 12’ 6”
Wheelbase: 72 inches
Curb Weight: 1140 lbs. (EMPTY)
GVW: 1850 lbs. (LOADED)
Available Cargo Capacity:
With Hard Doors: 260 lbs.*
Without Hard Doors: 330 lbs.*
*Depending on the rear accessory option installed
Vehicle Identification and Specifications
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