My Club Car Precedent’s lights just died

I’ve got a 2005 Club Car Precedent, and out of the blue, the headlights stopped working. Checked the usual suspects – fuses, switches, but no dice. It’s a real pain for my early morning or late evening rounds. Anyone else had this headache and found a way to fix it?

Response

Ran into something similar with my Club Car. It was a sneaky loose ground in the headlight harness. Tightened it up, swapped out the dead bulbs, and voila – lights were back on track.

Solutions that Worked for Users

Solution	Users Who Found Success	Approx. Cost (USD)	Approx. Time Needed (Minutes)
Secure Loose Grounds in Headlight Harness	1	$0 – $10 (if DIY)	30 – 60
Replace Burned-Out Bulbs	1	$10 – $30	15 – 30
Adjust Wiring to Battery	1	$0 – $10 (if DIY)	30 – 60

Symptoms

• Headlights or taillights not turning on.
• No power to the lights despite intact fuses and switches.

Possible Causes

• Loose or improper grounding in the headlight harness.
• Burned-out bulbs due to incorrect wiring or voltage issues.
• Incorrect or loose wiring connections to the battery.

Solutions that Worked

1. Secure Loose Grounds in Headlight Harness
   • What I Did: Found and secured a loose ground in the headlight harness.
   • Outcome: Lights started working again.
   • Personal Experience: Noticed flickering lights before they went out. Tightening the ground fixed it.
   • Steps:
     1. Locate the headlight harness, typically near the front of the cart.
     2. Inspect for loose or disconnected ground wires.
     3. Secure any loose connections and ensure they are properly grounded.
     4. Test the lights for functionality.
   • Expert Tip: Regularly inspect the harness for wear and tear. Loose connections can lead to intermittent or complete loss of lighting.
   • Handy Tip: Use a multimeter to check for continuity in the ground wire. This can help identify hidden loose connections.
2. Replace Burned-Out Bulbs
   • What I Did: Replaced the bulbs that were burned out.
   • Outcome: Headlights functioned normally.
   • Personal Experience: Realized the bulbs were the issue after checking the wiring.
   • Steps:
     1. Identify the type of bulb needed for your Club Car Precedent.
     2. Remove the old bulbs by unscrewing or unclipping them.
     3. Install the new bulbs carefully.
     4. Test the lights to ensure they work.
   • Expert Tip: Always check the bulb type and voltage requirements. Incorrect bulbs can burn out quickly or not work at all.
   • Handy Tip: Keep spare bulbs in your golf cart for quick replacements.
3. Adjust Wiring to Battery
   • What I Did: Adjusted the wiring connected to the battery.
   • Outcome: Lights started working correctly.
   • Personal Experience: Found that the wiring to the battery was not properly connected.
   • Steps:
     1. Locate the battery connections for the light system.
     2. Ensure that the wiring is properly connected to the correct battery terminals.
     3. Secure any loose connections and ensure they are correctly aligned.
     4. Test the lights for proper operation.
   • Expert Tip: Incorrect wiring to the battery can lead to voltage issues. Ensure connections are secure and correct.
   • Unique Info: Sometimes, the wiring issue can be due to a corroded terminal. Cleaning the battery terminals can sometimes resolve the issue.

Golf Cart Models Where This Worked

• 2005 Club Car Precedent
• Similar models with headlight wiring issues