Volkswagen Ride-on Toy Car KT1134WM, KT1134I, KT1134, KT1173WM, KT1174, KT1172 Styles and colors may vary. Made in China OWNER’S MANUAL The owner’s manual contains assembly, use and maintenance instructions. The vehicle must be assembled by an adult who has read and understands the instructions in this manual. Keep the packaging away from children and dispose of all packaging before use. Keep instructions for future reference.
Thank You For purchasing the Volkswagen ride-on toy car. Features include; Power Trax™ rubber traction strips on the tires, a 12 volt battery with Kid Trax Direct Connect™ one step charging system, working radio, lights, horn and engine sounds. We hope your child will have years of riding enjoyment with our products. We appreciate your business. Please call us at Kid Trax Toys Consumer Relations with questions or comments at: Phone: 1-877-741-6154 The Web: www.kidtraxtoys.
Contents 1 SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . User Requirements and Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 5 6 6 2 PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Safety WARNING! The following safety hazards may result in serious injury or death to the user of the vehicle: • This product contains small parts that are for adult assembly only. Keep small children away when assembling. Remove and dispose of all protective material and poly bags before assembly. Be sure to remove all packaging materials and parts from underneath the vehicle body.
BATTERY WARNINGS WARNING! The following safety hazards may result in serious injury or death to the user of the vehicle: • Use of a battery or charger other than the supplied Kid Trax Toys 12V rechargeable battery and charger may cause a fire or explosion. Only use the supplied Kid Trax Toys 12V rechargeable battery and charger with the vehicle. • Using the Kid Trax Toys 12V rechargeable battery and charger for any other product may result in overheating, fire or explosion.
USER REQUIREMENTS AND WARNINGS Age Range Weight Range 3 - 8 years (maximum) No more than 130 lb (59 kg) Before using the vehicle the child should understand the vehicle controls and safety issues. They must also demonstrate the capability to handle the vehicle and operate its controls. It is the responsibility of the adult to educate the child and supervise the vehicles use. Read the following safety warnings to any child using the vehicle before riding.
2 Parts Important! Check that you have all parts before assembly.
3 Assembly ATTACH THE REAR BRACKET ❶ Carefully turn the rear body assembly over so the underside is facing up. Figure 3.1 Tip! To keep from scratching the assembly pieces, place on a soft surface such as the cardboard packaging. ❷ Insert the rear bracket into the bracket slot located at the front of the rear assembly. Be sure the screw holes in the rear bracket align with the screw holes in rear bracket slots.
ATTACH THE REAR ASSEMBLY TO THE BODY ❶ Carefully turn the vehicle body over so the underside is facing up. Figure 3.3 ❷ Align the tabs coming from the rear body assembly with the slots on the back of the vehicle body. ❸ Slide the two pieces together, making sure the holes in the rear assembly are aligned with the holes in the vehicle body. ❹ Insert a screw into each hole location (eight total) and tighten the screws into the vehicle body. Figure 3.
ATTACH THE DASHBOARD TO THE WINDSHIELD ATTACH THE DASHBOARD ASSEMBLY ❶ Insert the two tabs coming from the front of the dashboard into the slots at the bottom of the Windshield. Figure 3.5 ❷ Turn the dashboard assembly over, and insert a screw into the two screw locations. Tighten the screws. ❸ While holding the dashboard assembly together, align the two tabs from the dashboard assembly with the two slots located at the front of the dashboard area. Figure 3.
❺ Slide the dashboard assembly into the dashboard slots on the vehicle body. Figure 3.7 ❻ Connect the wires coming from the underside of the dashboard assembly with the wires coming from the middle of the vehicle body. ❼ Insert a screw into each of the holes located on the sides of the dashboard assembly (two total), and tighten the screws. ❶ Insert the long end of the steering rod through the steering rod hole on the underside of the vehicle body up through the steering wheel opening in the dashboard.
ATTACH THE STEERING WHEEL ❶ Remove the screw and nut from the steering wheel. Figure 3.9 Screw and nut is needed for this step. 1 ❷ Connect the wires coming from the steering wheel opening with the wires coming from the bottom of the steering wheel. ❸ Orient the steering wheel so the tab at the top of the steering wheel base aligns with the slot in the steering wheel opening, and insert the steering wheel into the opening.
ATTACH THE WHEELS Before you begin: Remove the nuts and washers from the end of the axles, and keep them handy for the following assembly steps. ❶ Slide the large washer over the axle until it hits the stop on the axle. Note: the rear wheel does not get a larger washer for this step. Figure 3.11 ❷ Slide the wheel onto the axle until it stops at the washer. Note: The rear wheels have a gear shape that fits into the axle of the gear box. The front wheels do not have the gear shape on the back side.
ATTACH THE MIRRORS 3 3 ❶ Remove the screw and nut from the mirrors. ❷ Place the mirror over the mirror bracket on the dashboard. Be sure to align the hole on the mirror with the hole on the mirror bracket. Figure 3.12 ❸ Insert the screw completely through the mirror bracket. 2 2 4 4 Figure 3.12 ❹ Fasten the nut on the end of the screw and tighten the screw. ❺ Repeat steps 2 - 4 for the opposite mirror.
CONNECT THE BATTERY TO THE MOTOR ❶ Attach the blue battery connector coming from the battery to the blue connector coming from the electrical box. Note: You will only need to make this connection one time. Figure 3.14 1 IMPORTANT! Only use the KidTrax toys 12V charger included with this vehicle (Input: AC 120V, 60Hz Output: DC 12V). ATTACH THE SEAT ❷ Insert the hooks on the back of the seats into the slots on the back of the vehicle body seat area. Figure 3.15 Figure 3.
4 Use CHARGING THE BATTERY 3 Important! Before using the vehicle for the first time the battery needs to be charged for at least 24 hours. Only an adult who has read and understands the safety warnings should handle, charge or recharge of the battery. First charge 14 hours. Do not charge more than 24 hours Normal charge 10-14 hours. Do not charge for more than 24 hours 2 ❶ Open the Direct Connect charger port cover (gas cap) located above the right rear wheel. Figure 4.
OPERATING THE VEHICLE 2 ❶ Rear View Mirrors: Adjustable mirrors for viewing behind the vehicle Figure 4.2 3 4 1 1 ❷ Steering wheel: Use to steer the vehicle right or left. Hold onto the steering wheel at all times. a. Press left steering wheel button for horn sound effect. b. Press right steering wheel button for engine sounds. a ❸ Power switch: Rotate the knob to turn the power on and off. The lights will turn on when the power is turned on. b 5 ❹ MP3 player port: Plug your MP3 player in here.
RE-CHARGE INTERVAL AND TIME BATTERY STORAGE Important! Do not leave the battery connected in the vehicle for long period of times while not being used. This may drain the battery completely and cause permanent damage. Disconnect the battery connectors from the battery when the vehicle is not going to be used for a long period of time. • Damage to the battery may occur if it is allowed to drain completely. Do not allow the battery to drain completely.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT AND DISPOSAL ❻ Replace the battery with a Kid Trax Toys 12V 12Ah battery. The Kids Trax Toys 12V 12Ah battery will eventually lose the ability to hold a charge. Depending on the amount of use, and varying conditions, the battery should operate for one to three years. Follow these steps to replace and dispose the battery: Figure 4.3 ❼ Reconnect the blue battery connectors. ❶ Unlock the seats and remove the seat. ❽ Fasten the battery bracket into place and tighten the screw.
5 Maintenance The vehicle should be checked for damage, missing or badly worn parts before use. • Check the tightness of the fasteners before each use. • Check the tightness of the wheels. • Ensure the battery is securely in place before use • Occasionally use lightweight oil to lubricate moving parts such as wheels and steering linkage. Do not use oil on plastic or nylon parts. No lubrication is required. • Store the vehicle indoors or cover it with a tarp to protect it from the wet weather.
6 Troubleshooting Guide The following are examples of potential problems. Completely read through this manual and the troubleshooting guide table before calling Kid Trax Toys Consumer Relations. If you still need help resolving the problem please call 877-741-6154. Kid Trax Toys recommends that you take the vehicle to an authorized service center for periodic maintenance and service. Call the number listed above for the closest center to you.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy Vehicle does not run very long Battery is old Replace battery (see Battery: Replacement and Disposal Vehicle runs sluggishly or beeping occurs Battery low on power Recharge battery (see Battery: Recharge Interval and Time) Battery is old Replace battery (see Battery: Replacement and Disposal Vehicle is overloaded Reduce weight on vehicle (see User Requirements and Safety Warnings) Vehicle is being used in harsh conditions Operate the vehicle level ground and firm
Problem 12V Battery will not recharge Possible Cause Remedy Battery connector or adapter connector is loose Check that battery connectors are firmly plugged into each other Charger not plugged in Check that battery charger is plugged into a working wall outlet Charger is not working (lights not glowing) Call Consumer Relations at 877-741-6154 for an authorized service center Battery bubbles or gurgles when charging This is normal and not a cause for concern Charger feels warm when recharging Thi
7 Services, Repairs and Parts Do not return this product to the place of purchase. If your vehicle needs service, repairs or replacement parts, call: KidTrax Toys Consumer Relations Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (CST) Monday - Friday Phone: 877-741-6154 Email: customerservice@kidtraxtoys.com Web: www.kidtraxtoys.com For service and repairs you will be directed to an authorized service center. To order parts have the model and serial number, found underneath the seat on the battery cover.
8 Warranty One-Year Limited Warranty Six-Month Limited Warranty on Battery Pacific Cycle, Inc. (PC) warrants this product to the original retail purchaser as follows: The vehicle (except for the 6-volt battery) is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase. The 6-volt battery is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for six months from the date of original purchase. An original receipt is required to validate your warranty.
9 Contact Information If you have any questions or comments please contact us at: In U.S.A. © 2014 Pacific-Cycle Inc. 4902 Hammersly Rd. Madison, WI 53711 Customer Service: 877-741-6154 customerservice@kidtraxtoys.com www.kidtraxtoys.
