Maintenance Tips to Extend the Life of Your Golf Car

You love cruising around in your golf car, whether it's on the course or on vacation at the campgrounds, but how can you keep them purring smoothly throughout the season without issues?" Regardless if you own a gas or electric version, both need routine care. The technicians at Under the Sun Golf Cars are here to help with a quick checklist of everyday maintenance tasks.

Oil and Filter Change Before the Season Starts

Just like your SUV, a gas golf cart needs clean fluids to keep rolling. An annual change of the engine oil, oil filter, and fuel filter will help keep it purring for the next 600 miles or 125 rounds of golf. If you hit the links several days a week, it may require service more often.

Inspect and Lubricate Steering and Suspension

The linkages for your steering box are encased in a protective rubber sleeve. Make sure there are no holes in the sleeve and that it remains pliable. If you notice grinding, thunks, or whining while rolling around the course, you may need a suspension repair. Ignoring these symptoms could result in a much more expensive and time-consuming fix.

Tires: Check for Proper Inflation and Signs of Wear

Did you know that the rubber in tires degrades over time? The sun, wind, and rain break down the compound, leading to cracks and eventual failure.

While maintaining the suggested tire pressure to extend tread life, also look at the overall condition of your wheels. If it's been more than 5 years since your baby got new shoes, it may be time to replace them.

Caring for the 12-volt Battery

The battery on your golf car is designed to produce even power over an extended lifetime, but it does still need a little TLC. Every few months, check the water levels, clean the posts, and tighten the connections. When storing it for a few months, install a trickle charger so that it's ready to roll for your first tee-off of the spring.

Brakes Keep You Safe

Yes, your brake system lasts a long time because you rarely run very fast on the golf course. But, your cart still has pads, rotors, and drums that need routine care and replacement.

Electric Golf Car Maintenance

While your little EV does not need an oil change, it still requires regular care to keep it humming. Just like a gas model, it needs to have the tires, steering, and undercarriage inspected and maintained.

Make sure to have a sheltered garage available for the off-season, as the lithium-ion battery performs better when not subjected to extreme heat or cold. Always top up the charge when you reach 20 to 30%, as completely draining the battery decreases its lifespan. When storing it for a longer period, give it a half charge and leave it unplugged.

An annual visit to the service center ensures that you can press start and head out to the links all season long without a worry.

Bring Your Gas Golf Car to the Pros and Save Time

If your car is struggling to turn over, sputters, and stalls, it's time to make an appointment with the service center at Under the Sun Golf Cars. Our small engine specialists have the years of experience and training needed to pinpoint the problem and get it back on the front 9 in short order.

Whether it's for a quick oil and lube, or for a repair, Under the Sun Golf Cars can get it done before you waste another weekend chasing parts and tools in your shed. Click or call to schedule an appointment today.