Golf Cart Service List: What To Expect From A Dealership

Regular visits to a golf cart service department are important. But not all dealerships offer the same quality. Some offer an exceptional experience, some simply meet the standard, and some fail to even provide the bare minimum.

Knowing what to expect from a service department appointment helps you pick a quality golf cart dealership to patron. That's why we created the following golf cart service list. The exact services offered will vary, but it's reasonable to expect a service department visit to cover the below tasks. 

If you have any questions or want to schedule a golf cart service department appointment, chat with the experts at Mikey's Motors. Our dealership is based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and we proudly serve those in Nashville and Franklin as well.

The Importance Of Regular Service Department Visits

Regular service department visits are key to golf cart maintenance. Having professionals thoroughly inspect your golf cart results in many benefits, such as:

• Uncovering issues that the average golf cart owner would easily miss
• Finding issues early on, before they result in more serious problems that require more expensive repair
• Preventing issues from occurring
• Keeping the vehicle running optimally
• Extending the life of the golf cart

The frequency of service department visits depends on various factors, such as the age of the golf cart, how often the golf cart is used, and the ways the golf cart is used. A knowledgeable golf cart dealer can help you set a reasonable visit schedule.

Service Tasks For All Golf Carts

Some service procedures are done on all golf carts, regardless if they are gas or electric. A golf cart service department should tackle the following tasks:

• Inspect the quality of the tires. Replace damaged or worn down tires as needed.
• Check that tires are inflated to the proper levels set by the manufacturer.
• Grease the front end, steering, and suspension as needed.
• Test the steering play and looseness in the front end.
• Test the brakes, including the cables, drums, and shoes. Adjust or replace the brakes as needed.
• Inspect the differential gear oil.
• Fill and change the differential gear oil as needed.
• Inspect the reverse buzzer for proper operation.
• Add a corrosion protectant to battery terminals.

Service Tasks For Gas Golf Carts

Some service procedures only apply to gas golf carts. These include:

• Look over the engine for signs of oil leaks. If any are found, conduct the necessary repair.
• Inspect and change the engine oil.
• Look over the drive and starter/generator belts for excessive wear. Replace as needed.
• Look over the starter belt tension. Tighten as needed.
• Inspect compression of engine.
• Inspect carburetor adjustment and linkages from the accelerator pedal to carburetor.
• Replace the spark plug.
• Replace the air filter.
• Replace the fuel filter(s).
• Replace the oil filter if needed.
• Inspect the length of the starter/generator brushes. Replace if needed.
• Load test the battery.
• Inspect the battery connections to ensure proper tightness. Handle any corrosion.

Service Tasks For Electric Golf Carts

Some service procedures are unique to electric golf carts. These include:

• Use the customer’s charger to fully charge the batteries.
• Perform a discharge test if there have been recent battery issues.
• Clean the batteries, terminals, and cables. Remove corrosion wherever found.
• Check the battery water level and fill as needed.
• Look over power cables for damage and tightness.
• Look over high amperage parts that tend to see wear, such as F-N-R switch and wiper speed switch.
• Inspect the length of motor brushes. Replace as needed.

If you need a golf cart service department appointment, visit Mikey's Motors. Our expert staff can handle a range of brands and issues, getting your golf cart fixed in no time. Whether you need a specific part replaced or a quarterly maintenance visit, we are here to help. You'll find us in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. We proudly serve those in Nashville and Franklin, Tennessee, as well.