Tips for How To Wire Golf Cart Lights

Updated December 2022

DIY projects are extremely fulfilling. We’ve all gotten so used to hiring experts to do things for us, we often miss out on the satisfaction that comes with completing something ourselves. If you want to get your hands dirty, we suggest you take on a project that will make your ride safer and more stylish; install new golf cart lights.

Steps to Wire Golf Cart Lights

We put together the most crucial steps for how to wire golf cart lightsthat you should read before starting. These helpful tips will make the process easier and limit the likelihood of accidents.

If you're troubleshooting golf cart lights that won't work correctly, make sure to read this articleand see if you can solve your problem there!

Disconnect Battery

The first thing you should do before installing a new light kit on your golf cart is to disconnect the battery. Safely remove the black wire from the negative battery terminal to ensure no power is flowing through the battery until it's time to power on the lights.

Position Lights and Switch

If your golf cart light kit came with a template for light placement, it's now time to draw and cut that out. If you do not have a template or your lights do not require cutting the body, loosely mount the lights in their proper position on the golf cart. (A second set of eyes will come in handy here!) 

Next, you'll drill the hole for the headlight switch; the toggle you'll use to power the headlights while driving. Choose the position recommended in your instructions, or copy where similar make/model golf carts have their headlight switch mounted. 

Wiring Light Kits 

1. Feed all connectors and wiring harness from lights to the battery compartment
2. Connect tail lights and brake timer relay
3. Install and connect push-pull switch for light kit
4. Connect headlights
5. Connect the wiring harness to a battery (or batteries) to ensure the proper voltage.

6. Finally, plug in the negative terminal and flip the toggle switch to see if the lights turn on. If headlights beam the path in front of you, you’re golden.

Golf Cart Light Kits to Illuminate your Journey 

If you're looking for a do-it-yourself golf cart project that adds to the overall safety and aesthetic of your ride, it's clear that a light kit is the perfect accessory. With some basic know-how and a little effort, you'll be lighting the way in no time. 

To narrow down the best type of light kit for your golf cart, stop by this article next! 

Let us know if any questions come up along the way and we'll be glad to help you out. At Golf Cart Stuff™, we are always..."Here for the Ride"