Troubleshooting a 1971 EZ-Go Golf Cart
When troubleshooting a golf cart, it is key to know the components of the golf cart which can malfunction. The main components on a 1971 EZ-Go golf cart are similar to the golf carts of today. The carts are battery powered, use a key ignition and house a motor. If your golf cart is not consistently turning on, charging or keeping a charge, troubleshoot to find where the problem lies.
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Check the connection of the batteries. Sometimes battery terminals become loose or erosion builds up. Check that all the batteries are connected to the terminals and, if erosion has built up, clean the connections off with a terminal cleaner spray. The spray can be purchased at most automotive retail stores.
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Test each battery. Disconnect each battery from the golf cart. Attach the two wire leads of the 12-volt battery tester to the battery terminals. Replace any battery reading less than 12 volts.
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Reset the motor. Expose the motor by removing the rear panel of the golf cart. Find a small red button. More often than not, the button is located near where the wires meet the motor. Push the button.
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Test the wall socket used to charge the batteries. Plug the 120-volt tester into the outlet. If the wall socket reads anything other than 120 volts, call an electrician to inspect the wiring and do not continue to use that socket.
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Check the key switch and key hole. Make sure no debris or obstruction is keeping the key from fully turning to the "on" position. Ensure that the key switch position is on "forward" or "reverse." The key may be in the neutral position and go unnoticed.
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