Recently, my Club Car golf cart has been giving me a headache. It runs fine for a while but then stops running when it gets hot. I’ve tried a few things, but nothing seems to work. Can anyone help me out here?
Response
I’ve encountered the same issue with my Club Car stopping when it gets hot. After some digging, I found that disconnecting the RPM limiter ground wire actually helped.
Solutions that worked for users
| Solution | Users Who Found Success | Personal Experience | Estimated Cost (USD) | Time Needed (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unhook or Replace Rev Limiter | 3 | Unhooked the rev limiter and the cart ran fine. | $20-$50 | 10-20 |
| Check for Spark | 2 | Used an inline spark tester and found the issue was spark-related. | $10-$20 | 5-10 |
| Check the Coil | 2 | Checked the coil and found it was failing when hot. Replaced it and the issue was resolved. | $30-$50 | 10-20 |
| Clean the Carburetor | 1 | Cleaned the carburetor and the cart stopped stalling. | $0 | 10-20 |
| Check Tank Vent | 1 | Made sure the tank vent wasn’t clogged. | $0 | 5-10 |
Symptoms
- Golf cart stops running after getting hot
- Engine coughs through the carburetor
- Golf cart stalls intermittently
Possible Causes
- Faulty RPM limiter
- Spark issues
- Coil failure
- Clogged carburetor or tank vent
Solutions that Worked
1. Unhook or Replace Rev Limiter
What I Did:
Unhooked the rev limiter by disconnecting the ground wire.
Outcome:
The golf cart ran fine even when hot.
Personal Experience:
After unhooking the rev limiter, the cart ran without any issues.
Estimated Cost:
$20-$50
Time Needed:
10-20 minutes
Steps:
- Locate the rev limiter on your golf cart.
- Disconnect the ground wire.
- Test the cart to see if the issue is resolved.
Expert Tip:
If disconnecting the rev limiter solves the issue, consider replacing it with a new one for long-term reliability.
2. Check for Spark
What I Did:
Used an inline spark tester to check for spark.
Outcome:
Found that the issue was spark-related.
Personal Experience:
After using the spark tester, I was able to identify that the issue was with the spark.
Estimated Cost:
$10-$20
Time Needed:
5-10 minutes
Steps:
- Attach an inline spark tester between the spark plug and the spark plug wire.
- Crank the engine and observe the tester.
Expert Tip:
If you find that the spark is inconsistent or missing, consider replacing the spark plug or the coil.
3. Check the Coil
What I Did:
Checked the coil and found it was failing when hot.
Outcome:
Replaced the coil and the issue was resolved.
Personal Experience:
After replacing the coil, the cart ran without any issues.
Estimated Cost:
$30-$50
Time Needed:
10-20 minutes
Steps:
- Locate the coil on your golf cart.
- Use a multimeter to check for resistance.
- If the coil is faulty, replace it.
Expert Tip:
Coils can sometimes fail intermittently, especially when hot. If you suspect the coil, it’s best to replace it.
Golf Cart Models Where This Worked
- Club Car Precedent, 2009
- Club Car, 1999
- Club Car, 1996, FE290
- Club Car DS, 2000
- Club Car, 2001