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Golf Cart Submerged in Water
If your golf cart is submerged in water it may
be difficult to remove, but it’s entirely possible
to get it out of the water.
Typically, young inexperienced golfers operate
their golf cart and end up falling into a pond or
lake.
It’s recommended to first rescue any humans
or pets that are seen with the cart.
Next, you’ll need another vehicle that has
enough pulling power (torque) to drag the cart
outside the water.
If the car has sunk deep into the lake, then a
crane or boat will be needed to rescue the golf
cart.
In order to tow the cart out of the water you
will need a strong rope and vehicle to pull.
If a crane is available nearby, this is the best
option to lift the cart out of the water. This is
especially true if the golf cart has fallen in the
river or a canal with a steep edge of cement.
When the cart has been removed from the
water, should need to do some safety checks:
If the carriage has not been completely
dunked in the water completely and the
electric system is still dry, then try starting the
cart with the ignition.
If the golf carts electronics system is wet, dry it
as much as you can and then give it a start. If
the engine fails to start, you’ll need to take the
golf cart to a mechanic.
Golf Cart Submerged in Saltwater?
A submerged golf cart in the saltwater is
another mishap that may occur while playing
golf. Getting the cart out of the saltwater is
carried out by using a car, boat, ropes, or a
crane.
Once the golf cart has been removed from the
salt water, its important dry all wet parts as
soon as possible. You can dry any wires with
water displacement spray like WD40.
Salt water can damage electronic parts of a
golf cart faster than regular water can. It’s
advised to use a clean damp cloth to rinse any
salt water remains.
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A golf cart submerged in salt water increases
the risk of corrosion and short circuits
occurring.
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Remove the golf cart from the salt water as
soon as possible.
Dry the golf cart and internal parts with a
clean cloth and WD-40
Rinse the salt water with a clean damp cloth
Dry the golf cart again
Try starting the golf cart
If golf cart fails to start, consult with a
mechanic
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