Golf carts are generally reliable. This is the reason so many businesses and organizations, from golf courses to schools, use them for both their clients' needs and their grounds keeping operations. However, even the most perfect engineering in the highest quality carts tends to have some weak spots. Here are some of the most common faults you're likely to encounter in golf carts.

Unless operated by the most delicate fingers, these parts are prone to wear. Even if you and your staff are both careful about handling the operating interface, you're likely to encounter a broken golf cart direction switch every once in a while.

Don't get annoyed with your solenoid. It's only natural that the elements damage it over time. You need it to start your cart, so get it serviced professionally when it fails.

You may notice decreased range out of your carts, or the inability for a battery to hold a charge. Even the highest quality batteries have a limited capacity when it comes to recharges. Get old ones replaced to feel like you have a new cart.

There are plenty of things that can go wrong in addition to these items. The best cure is prevention, so set up a maintenance schedule with your service professional. For more info on how you can maintain your golf cart, call RDS Equipment at 816-221-8825.