Introduction

Fisher-Price W2604 Lightning McQueen Cars 2 is a toy car that is inspired by the popular Disney movie Cars 2. This toy car is perfect for children who love cars and racing. The car is designed to look just like Lightning McQueen, the main character in the movie. It is recommended for children aged 3 and up. The estimated price of this product is around $10 to $20, and it was launched in 2011.

Detailed Specifications

• Officially licensed by Disney and Pixar
• Realistic movie-like details
• Features a pull-back motor for easy racing
• Durable and safe for children
• Batteries not required

PARTS

• 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.

  

  

BATTERY CHARGING

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

• Battery can fall out and injure a child if vehicle tips over. Always use battery retainer.
• PREVENT FIRE
  • 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.
• 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.

CAUTION: Use the charger in dry locations only.

• Make sure 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.

• Use only a Power Wheels® Super 6 Volt charger with A-Style connector (120 VAC, 60 Hz with an output of 6 VDC) to charge your Power Wheels® 6 volt battery.

  

• Plug the battery connector into the charger connector.
• Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet.

Notes

• If power flow to the wall outlet is controlled by a switch, make sure the switch is “ON”.
• Use the charger only in a wall outlet. Do not plug the charger into a ceiling outlet.
• Once the battery is charged, disconnect the battery connector from the charger connector. Unplug the charger from the wall outlet. Refer to the Battery Installation section for instructions on installing your battery. If your battery is already installed in your vehicle, simply reconnect the motor harness connector to 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 and other damage which may cause sulfuric acid (electrolyte) to leak during the charging process. 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.
• Do not place 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 place your battery.
• Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.
• Please see page 12 for Battery Installation instructions.

Description

Fisher-Price W2604 Lightning McQueen Cars 2 toy car is a must-have for any Cars fan. The car is designed to look just like Lightning McQueen, with realistic movie-like details that will make kids feel like they are part of the action. The car features a pull-back motor, so kids can easily send it racing across the floor. The durable design means that it can withstand even the roughest play, and the safe construction ensures that it is suitable for children aged 3 and up.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING

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 the assembly of the vehicle.

• Carefully lift the front end of the vehicle.

• Fit the front bumper to the front of the vehicle.

  

• Insert four screws into the underside of the bumper and tighten.

  

Hints

• You may need to turn the wheels to fit all four screws into the bumper.
• You may need to push and pull on the bumper to align the screw holes.

• Set the vehicle upright.

  

• Insert two screws into the front bumper and tighten.
• Wipe the steering column with a paper towel to remove any excess lubricant.
• Carefully lift the front end of the vehicle.
• Insert the straight end of the steering column through the slot in the vehicle and out through the large hole in the center of the dash.

• Be sure the steering column comes through the hole in the dash.

  

• Fit the curved end of the steering column through the hole in the steering linkage.

  

• Place the lock nut (rounded side out) onto the end of the steering column.

• Tighten the lock nut firmly using the assembly tool. Hold the steering column in place and gently lower the vehicle.

  

• While supporting the steering column, fit the steering wheel onto the steering column.
• Place the lock nut (rounded side out) onto the end of the steering column.

• Tighten the lock nut firmly using the assembly tool.

  

• Loosen the screw in the sound box battery compartment door with a Phillips screwdriver.
• Remove the door.

• Insert one "AA" (LR6) alkaline battery as indicated inside the battery compartment.

  

Hint: We recommend using an alkaline battery for longer battery life.

• If this toy begins to operate erratically you may need to reset the electronics. Remove the battery and reinsert it.
• Replace the battery compartment door and tighten the screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Do not overtighten.

BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION

In exceptional circumstances, batteries may leak fluids that can cause a chemical burn injury or ruin your product. To avoid battery leakage:

• Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium).
• Insert batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use. Always remove exhausted batteries from the product. Dispose of batteries safely. Do not dispose of the product in a fire. The batteries may explode or leak.
• Never short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type, as recommended.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the product before charging.
• If removable, rechargeable batteries are used, they are only to be charged under adult supervision.

• Fit the sound box into the center of the steering wheel. Make sure the buttons on the sound box are upright.

  

• Fit the large tab on the steering wheel cover into the large slot in the steering wheel.

  

• Insert and “snap” the small tab on the steering wheel cover into the small slot in the steering wheel.

• Fit the wing onto the back of the vehicle.

  

• Insert two screws into the top of the wing and tighten.

• Insert two screws into the back edge of the wing and tighten.

  

DECORATION

• Wipe the vehicle with a clean, dry cloth to remove any oils before applying labels.
• Apply labels exactly as shown in the illustrations. For best results, avoid repositioning the label after it has been applied.
• Starting at the center of a label, rub firmly with a dry cloth, and smooth towards the outer edges to remove air bubbles.

LEFT VIEW

RIGHT VIEW

FRONT VIEW

TOP VIEW

BACK VIEW

BATTERY INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT! Use only a Power Wheels 6-volt rechargeable battery. Use of any other battery will damage your vehicle.

• Insert the end of the assembly tool or a coin into the slot on the side of the hood.

• Use the tool to lift the hood and access the battery compartment.

  

• Lift and pull the battery retainer forward.

• Plug the motor harness connector into the battery. Place the battery in the battery compartment and release the battery retainer. Make sure the battery retainer slides over the top of the battery.

  

• Close the hood and fit the tabs on the hood into the slots in the vehicle.

• Press down to "snap" the hood in place.

  

Setup Guide

Setting up the Fisher-Price W2604 Lightning McQueen Cars 2toy car is easy. Simply take it out of the packaging and pull it back to wind it up. Then, let it go and watch as it races across the floor. There are no batteries required, so there is no need to worry about charging or replacing them.

BATTERY CARE

• If a battery leak develops, avoid contact with the leaking acid and place the damaged battery in a plastic bag. See the next section 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. If acid is internally ingested, give water, milk of magnesia, or egg whites immediately. Never give emetics or induce vomiting. Call a physician.
• Do not allow the battery to run down completely before charging.
• Charge the battery before storing the vehicle, and at least once per month, even if the vehicle has not been used.
• Charge the battery after each use, regardless of how long the vehicle was 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 in temperatures above 75°F or below -10°F.

BATTERY DISPOSAL

• Your Power Wheels battery is a non-spillable, sealed lead-acid battery. It must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.
• 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.
• Protect the environment by not disposing of this product with household waste (2002/96/EC). Check your local authority for recycling advice and facilities.
• Return an exhausted battery 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 authorized service center location nearest to you, please visit us online at www.powerwheels.com or 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 the State of Minnesota, it is prohibited by law for anyone to throw away lead-acid batteries in the municipal waste stream.

VEHICLE CARE

• Check all screws 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.
• Avoid operating the vehicle in wet or snowy conditions, and do not spray the vehicle with a hose. 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 automotive wax. Do not use soap and water or spray the vehicle with a hose.
• To ensure your vehicle stays in good operating order, we recommend you periodically have your vehicle checked by a Power Wheels® authorized service center.

SAFE DRIVING RULES

RIDING HAZARD

• Prevent Injuries and Deaths
• Direct Adult Supervision Required
• Never Ride at Night.
• 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, steep inclines, cars, roads, and alleys.
• Riding Rules
  • Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving and riding:
    • Always sit on the seat.
    • Always wear shoes.
    • Only 1 (one) rider at a time.

Before children use this vehicle, an adult should carefully evaluate the driving area as well as the child’s skill level and ability to drive the vehicle safely. Teach appropriate safety rules to your child before allowing operation of this vehicle. These rules should also be reviewed with other playmates who want to drive the vehicle.

• A child who is not sitting on the seat could fall off, cause a tip over, or block the driver’s view.
• Only operate the vehicle in the daytime in a well-lit area.
• Driving near steep inclines can cause:
  • The vehicle to gain unsafe speed, even if the pedal is released to stop.
  • The vehicle to tilt and tip over.
  • The wheels to lose traction, causing the vehicle to slip.
  • The vehicle could roll backwards at an unsafe speed.
• Never put anything near any moving parts. Rotating parts, such as motors, gearboxes, and wheels, can snag fingers, hair, etc., causing serious injury.
• Do not allow the operation of the vehicle when it is on its side or in an upside-down position.
• 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, which could cause an explosion or fire.
• To prevent unsupervised use of the vehicle, disconnect the motor harness from the battery when the vehicle is not in use.

VEHICLE OPERATION

• Help your child practice steering to learn how far and how quickly to turn the steering wheel when driving, and automatically know how to stop.

  

• Make sure the shifter is in the forward position.
• Press down on the foot pedal. The vehicle goes forward at a maximum of 3.5 mph (5.6 km/h).

IMPORTANT! To avoid damaging the motors and gears, stop the vehicle before shifting from forward to reverse.

• Once your child is comfortable operating the vehicle in the forward mode, introduce reverse.
• Make sure the shifter is in the reverse position.

• Press down on the foot pedal.

  

• Your vehicle has a patented, electronic braking system that automatically stops the vehicle when your child’s foot lifts from the pedal.

  

• Fit a slotted screwdriver into the slot on the steering wheel.
• Carefully remove the steering wheel cover from the steering wheel.
• Slide the language switch to: 1 for engine sounds; 2 for Spanish and engine sounds; or 3 for English and engine sounds.
• Carefully replace the steering wheel cover and push to snap in place.
• Press the sound button for sounds and music.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNING

• Battery can fall out and injure a child if the vehicle tips over. Always use battery retainer.
• PREVENT FIRE
  • 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.
• 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

Prevent Injuries and Deaths

• Direct Adult Supervision Required
• Never Ride at Night.
• 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, steep inclines, cars, roads, and alleys.
• Riding Rules
  • Make sure children know and follow these rules for safe driving and riding:
    • Always sit on the seat.
    • Always wear shoes.
    • Only 1 (one) rider at a time.

CAUTION: Use the charger in dry locations only.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Read this manual carefully for important safety information and operating instructions before using your vehicle. Keep this manual for future reference, as it contains important information.
• The vehicle is designed for use on grass, asphalt, and other hard surfaces; on generally level terrain; and by children 3 years of age and older. Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
• Your new vehicle requires adult assembly. Please set aside 30 minutes for assembly.
• 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 the floor if the vehicle is used indoors.
• You must charge your battery for 18-30 hours before you use your vehicle for the first time. We recommend charging your battery before beginning assembly. Please see the Battery Charging section for detailed instructions.
• The battery charger is not a toy.
• Do not short circuit the battery.
• Adults Note: Regularly examine the charger for damage to the cord, plug, housing, or other parts that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury. In the event of any damage, do not use the charger until the damage has been properly repaired.
• Your Power Wheels 6 volt battery is equipped with a built-in thermal fuse. The thermal fuse is a self-resetting safety device that automatically “trips” and shuts down operation of the vehicle if the vehicle is overloaded or the driving conditions are too severe. Once a fuse has “tripped,” release the button on the steering wheel and wait approximately 25 seconds before operating the vehicle again. To avoid repeated automatic shutdowns, avoid severe driving conditions.
• If a thermal fuse in a battery continually trips under normal driving conditions, please contact your local Power Wheels Authorized Service Center.
• To prevent damaging the motors and gears, teach your child to stop the vehicle before switching direction.

PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS GUIDE

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®7 Consumer Relations, toll-free at 1-800-348-0751. Or, contact your local Power Wheels® authorized service center. For the location nearest to you, please visit us online at https://shop.mattel.com/pages/fisher-price , or call 1-800-348-0751.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Bumper-to-Bumper 

• One year limited warranty from the date of purchase on the Power Wheels vehicle.
• Six-month limited warranty on the 6-volt battery.

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.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Realistic movie-like details
• Easy to use pull-back motor
• Durable and safe design
• No batteries required
• Affordable price

Cons

• May not be suitable for very young children
• May not be as durable as more expensive toy cars

Customer Reviews about Fisher-Price W2604 Lightning McQueen Cars 2

Customers love the Fisher-Price W2604 Lightning McQueen Cars 2 toy car. They say that it is well-made, with realistic details that their kids love. The pull-back motor is easy to use and provides hours of entertainment. Some customers have noted that the car may not be as durable as more expensive toy cars, but they say that it is still a great value for the price. The most common complaint is that the car may not work as well on thick carpeting, but this can be easily remedied by using it on a harder surface.