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Your Summer Golf Cart Maintenance Checklist Is Here!
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Keep Your Ride Breakdown-Free 
Golf cart life in Florida is unbeatable.
Cruise to lunch, roll into your tee time, or head to the grocery store all without touching your car keys.
But as the temperature climbs, so does the wear on your cart. Florida heat, humidity, and sudden storms can take a toll fast.
This summer golf cart maintenance checklist is built for owners in The Villages, Wildwood, and beyond. It’s loaded with tips to help you prevent breakdowns and extend your cart’s life so you can focus on fun, not repairs.
Let’s take a look at the checklist:
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1. Check and Test the Battery
Florida heat can do a number on your battery. Studies from Trojan Battery Company show that extreme temperature speeds up internal corrosion and cuts battery life in half.
What to Do:
- Look for corrosion, bulges, and leaks
- Top off with distilled water (if applicable)
- Tighten connections
- Use a voltmeter to test charge
Ready for a swap? Our Battery Replacement Service handles it fast.
Are you a DIY type? This Trojan Battery Guide walks you through it.
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2. Inspect Tire Pressure and Tread
Hot pavement inflates tires. Cold rain deflates them. Your tires are stuck in a summer mood swing. Uneven pressure and wear mess with performance, steering, and safety.
What to Check:
- Tire pressure (weekly)
- Tread depth and evenness
- Dry rot or sidewall cracking
Do your tires feel off? Our Mobile Golf Cart Repair Team can inspect and adjust on-site.
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3. Examine Your Brakes
Cart won’t stop like it used to? That’s not just age,it could be heat damage, worn pads, or warped drums. Brake problems often get overlooked until it’s too late.
Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore:
- Squealing or grinding sounds
- Spongy or slow brake response
- Pulling to one side
For expert repair, visit our Brake Service Page. For DIY diagnostics, we’ve got a full Brake Troubleshooting Guide.
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4. Test All Lights and Signals
Summer storms in Florida can roll in fast. Visibility drops, and drivers don’t always see carts until it’s too late. Working lights are your best defense.
Quick Light Check:
- Turn signals flash normally
- Headlights and taillights are bright
- Replace cloudy or dead bulbs
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5. Tighten Bolts, Cables, and Steering
Golf cart paths aren’t exactly race tracks but they can shake like one. Over time, vibrations loosen parts of your cart that you didn’t even know existed.
What to Tighten:
- Battery cables and terminal clamps
- Steering wheel bolts
- Suspension components
- Frame connections
Noticing extra rattles or drifting? Book a visit with our Mobile Repair Crew.
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6. Wash the Undercarriage
Road grime, grass, and moisture build up under your cart and speed up rust, drag, and component damage. The underside is out of sight but should never be out of mind.
Cleaning Tips:
- Use a hose, not a pressure washer
- Avoid getting water in electrical connectors
- Dry with a towel or compressed air
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7. Get a Professional Summer Tune-Up
Even carts that seem fine can hide issues. A tune-up now beats an emergency call later. At Fairway Golf Car Mobile Services, we catch wear early, adjust vital systems, and keep everything humming.
Tune-Up Checklist:
- Load-test the battery
- Check brakes and steering
- Lubricate joints and suspension
- Rotate tires
- Inspect electrical systems
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Local Tip: Serving The Villages & Beyond
At Fairway Golf Services, we provide mobile repairs across The Villages, Wildwood, and surrounding communities.
We can do any type of maintenance on your golf cart at very competitive prices.
Golf carts are loads of fun no doubt. However, skipping maintenance leads to expensive surprises and stranded afternoons.
This summer, use this checklist to keep your cart safe, cool, and road-ready. If you need expert eyes (and repairs), our company is always ready to roll.
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