Solenoid Testing

Testing a Golf Cart Solenoid

• Voltmeter or multimeter

• 1/2" wrench

• Electrical tape

1. Disconnect Wires

• Remove any wires connected to the large terminals of the solenoid.

• Use electrical tape to cover the cable terminals and keep them apart.

2. Set Up Multimeter

• Set your multimeter to the ohms setting.

3. Check Large Terminals

• Place a probe on each large terminal with the key off and the cart in neutral.

• You should see open or infinite resistance when no power is applied.

4. Activate Solenoid

• Press the accelerator with the cart's movement control in the forward position.

• Check for continuity or a very small resistance across the large terminals. This indicates the solenoid is functioning.

5. Test Small Terminals

• Check the small terminals while pressing the accelerator.

• You should see full battery pack voltage, confirming the activation circuit is working.

• Cart does not start or has no power.

• Starter remains engaged after the engine starts.

• Clicking sound without the solenoid engaging.

By following these steps, you can determine if your golf cart solenoid is functioning properly or needs replacement.