Club Car Precedent i2L2 Carburetor Adjustment & Settings

The carbureted Club Car Precedent i2L2 uses the Kawasaki FE350 gasoline system. Pedal-start and key-start versions use different idle procedures: Pedal-start: closed-throttle screw contact + 3/4 turn; key-start: 1200–1250 rpm.

Club Car Carburetor Guide

Precedent i2L2 • Adjustment & settings

FE350 carbureted gasoline versions.Applies to

Kawasaki FE350 gasolineEngine

Pedal-start: closed-throttle screw contact + 3/4 turn; key-start: 1200–1250 rpmIdle

FE350 pilot air screw: adjust only as needed for smooth idle; jet size changes with altitudeMixture

Precedent i2L2 carburetor setup at a glance

Model-specific setup

Club Car's FE350 service procedure distinguishes pedal-start and key-start idle adjustment. Pedal-start carts do not idle normally with the pedal released.

Carburetor: FE350 carburetor

Before adjusting

This page covers fe350 carbureted gasoline versions. Confirm the engine and carburetor match this setup before using any setting below.

VehicleClub Car Precedent i2L2

EngineKawasaki FE350 gasoline.

CarburetorFE350 carburetor.

Idle speed

Pedal-start: closed-throttle screw contact + 3/4 turn; key-start: 1200–1250 rpm

Pilot / mixture

FE350 pilot air screw: adjust only as needed for smooth idle; jet size changes with altitude

Float level

Use the exact carburetor float-height specification

Choke

Fully open after warm-up; verify cable free play

Governor / linkage

Keep the factory governor and linkage setting

Before adjusting

Clean air filter, fresh fuel, correct spark, no intake leaks and free throttle linkage

1. IdentifyConfirm engine + carburetor family

2. Clean and inspectJets, bowl, needle, choke, intake boot

3. Set baselineIdle / pilot / float only from the right manual

4. RecheckWarm idle, takeoff, load response and hot restart

How to adjust the Club Car Precedent i2L2 carburetor

Confirm this Club Car Precedent i2L2 matches the carbureted setup shown above. If the vehicle has EFI or no carburetor, do not use these adjustments.

Identify the engine and carburetor before turning any screw. Engine/application: Kawasaki FE350 gasoline. Carburetor: FE350 carburetor.

Before adjusting anything, check fresh fuel, tank venting, fuel-filter and pump delivery, the air filter, intake boot or manifold, spark plug and choke operation. A carburetor setting will not fix a fuel restriction, intake leak or weak ignition.

Warm the engine fully and set idle using this baseline: Pedal-start: closed-throttle screw contact + 3/4 turn; key-start: 1200–1250 rpm. Make sure throttle-cable tension or governor linkage is not holding the throttle plate open.

For the pilot/mixture circuit: FE350 pilot air screw: adjust only as needed for smooth idle; jet size changes with altitude. Only change an adjustment that the exact carburetor is designed to have, and make small changes before rechecking warm idle and throttle response.

For float and fuel level: Use the exact carburetor float-height specification. Then verify choke release, hot restart and smooth transition from idle into governed speed without surging, hesitation or flooding.

Precedent i2L2 carburetor symptoms

Runs only with choke

Usually points to a lean condition: dirty pilot and main circuit, restricted fuel supply or intake leak.

Black smoke / rich

Check that the choke fully opens, then inspect float and needle, fuel level and air filter.

Hunts or surges

Check pilot circuit, intake leaks and governor and throttle linkage before changing the idle stop.

High idle

Make sure cable tension or governor linkage is not holding the throttle plate open.

Stalls when warm

Check pilot passage, idle baseline, valve or compression condition and heat-related fuel restriction.

Bog when throttle opens

Inspect transition/main circuit and fuel delivery; an idle adjustment will not fix a blocked main jet.

Precedent i2L2 carburetor specifications

Applies to: FE350 carbureted gasoline versions.

Engine: Kawasaki FE350 gasoline.

Carburetor: FE350 carburetor.

Idle: Pedal-start: closed-throttle screw contact + 3/4 turn; key-start: 1200–1250 rpm.

Mixture: FE350 pilot air screw: adjust only as needed for smooth idle; jet size changes with altitude.

Float: Use the exact carburetor float-height specification.

Choke: Fully open after warm-up; verify cable free play.

Governor: Keep the factory governor and linkage setting.

Model-specific note

Club Car's FE350 service procedure distinguishes pedal-start and key-start idle adjustment. Pedal-start carts do not idle normally with the pedal released.

Club Car Precedent i2L2 carburetor FAQ

What is the correct Club Car Precedent i2L2 carburetor idle setting?

Pedal-start: closed-throttle screw contact + 3/4 turn; key-start: 1200–1250 rpm. This is the model-specific baseline shown for the applicable carbureted version.

What is the Club Car Precedent i2L2 mixture-screw setting?

FE350 pilot air screw: adjust only as needed for smooth idle; jet size changes with altitude.

What is the Club Car Precedent i2L2 carburetor float setting?

Use the exact carburetor float-height specification.

Why does my Club Car Precedent i2L2 only run with the choke on?

That usually means the engine is running lean because of a restricted pilot and main passage, weak fuel delivery or an intake leak. Clean and diagnose the carburetor before simply richening the mixture.

Can the governor make a Club Car Precedent i2L2 look like the carburetor is out of adjustment?

Yes. Incorrect cable or governor linkage can hold the throttle open, cause hunting or limit throttle travel. Confirm linkage movement before changing carburetor settings.

What should I check before rebuilding the Club Car Precedent i2L2 carburetor?

Check fuel quality, tank vent, filter and pump delivery, air filter, intake leaks, choke operation, spark plug, valve or compression condition where applicable and throttle and governor linkage.

Match the carburetor to the exact vehicle

Idle RPM, pilot screw baseline, float height, jetting and governor and linkage settings can change by engine, carburetor and model year. This page applies to FE350 carbureted gasoline versions. Verify the engine and carburetor ID before changing settings, and use the factory service manual for any value not explicitly listed here. For manufacturer documentation, visit the official manufacturer website.