Troubleshooting for a 1994 EZ Go Golf Cart
By Steve Smith
The 1994 EZ GO golf cart is called the Medalist. It is part of a series and was a bit of a transition from the Marathon model that ran the previous year. If you own one of these models, you may experience a few issues that revolve around the wiring and battery as well as the forward and reverse switch.
Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Remove the battery by unscrewing the cables from the terminals and lifting the battery out of the rack. Inspect it for damage and if there is none, connect it to a battery charger and test to see if the battery is charged. If not, charge the battery.
Inspect the wiring under the dashboard near the ignition switch and forward and reverse lever or switch to see if any wires have been burned or have come loose. Replace all burned or loose wiring.
Reinstall the battery, using terminal gel or grease to protect the terminals. Then test the throttle with the cart in "Forward." Test it again in "Reverse."
Look behind the seat to see if there is a "Tow/Maintenance" switch on your cart. If so, you have a DCS model speed-control system. If not, you are running a Series system. Flip the switch to the maintenance mode.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and then open the speed-controller cover. Once open, reconnect the cable so there is full power to the battery. Using a multimeter, check the resistance levels of the speed-controller wiring to see if there is a failed resistor or if the controller is faulty.
Check the voltage levels of the solenoid, first at the post closest to the battery, then at the post farthest away from the battery. If you are getting readings that are a match to the battery voltage at full power, then the solenoid is bad and needs to be replaced.
Inspect the brake and accelerator levels for signs of damage and non-releasing springs, if the cart motor is working but the cart will not move. A damaged lever or corroded spring could be causing the brake to stick or may not be engaging the accelerator.
About The Author
Steve Smith has published hundreds of articles on a wide range of topics, including cars, travel, lifestyle, business, golf, weddings and careers. His articles, features and news stories have appeared in newspapers, consumer magazines and on various websites, including Trails.com and eHow.com. Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and journalism from University of New Hampshire Durham.
