EZ-GO Series cart problem

[JohnnieB]

Sounds like one (or more) sluggish microswitches.

The solenoid activation circuit has two microswitches whose NC (Normally Closed) contacts have to close to energize the solenoid.
MS-2 and MS-3 on attached schematic with solenoid activation circuit highlighted.
MS-2 on the F/R assembly is the most likely suspect.


Attached is a cutaway of a microswitch showing the miniscule spring that closes the NC contacts when the level arm is released.
It doesn't take much gunk to stop it from doing its job.

[gallcorn]

2002

[gallcorn]

Thx for replies! I'll ck out micro switches. I have a problem now also with my wife's Stealth 64v Commander, and I have no wiring diagram to begin troubleshooting! Anyone know about the Stealths? Only clicks when you accelerate, no movement.

[radioman]

I would guess the key switch has some sort of problem too. I would make some measurements at the solenoid coil and contacts. The solenoid has to be making connection somehow to get power to the motor. Anyway this is where I would start troubleshooting if it were my cart.

[yurtle]

I melted two stock solenoids on a 1998 stock series, and it became intermittent. I guess it's possible the solenoid can be sticking to the plastic contact holders without truly being welded? Doesn't explain all of the problems though.