Caring for Your Golf Cart Battery

Electric golf carts are awesome vehicles that are efficient and easy to travel on. However, it’s important to maintain the battery to keep top performance and safety when using the golf cart! Our team at Golf Cars of Louisiana is here to be a resource for all of your golf cart needs, so continue reading for a few tips to help keep your battery going. 

1. Correct Charging

One of the best ways to keep your golf cart battery in good shape is to charge it correctly every single time. Right after purchasing your electric golf cart, make sure to charge it fully before its first use. Then, watch how quickly the battery drains during normal use. This initial monitoring will help you determine how well the battery keeps a charge, meaning you can watch for indicators of decreasing battery performance over time. 

When you charge your battery after the first use, make sure to allow it to fully charge every time before use. 

2. Cleaning

It’s also important to keep your battery clean. You will need to check the owner’s manual for specific information regarding this process before attempting to clean your battery! It’s best to remove debris right away, allowing optimal visibility of the battery so you can determine if there are leaks or damage. Make sure to shut all vent caps and cover electric components prior to any cleaning. 

3. Testing

Finally, you should have your battery regularly tested to determine its condition and charge. You can complete this with your own testing device or visit our service department for assistance. Knowing how your battery is performing will help you determine if it needs to be replaced. 

Visit us in New Orleans, Bossier City, or Baton Rouge, LA, to speak with our service team to learn more about caring for your battery. We proudly serve the Shreveport, Denham Springs, and Monroe areas.