# GEM Forum

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## [Legacy Gem a.c. motor success stories😎](https://community.electricforum.com/t/legacy-gem-a-c-motor-success-stories/20005)

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**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 2:49am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/legacy-gem-a-c-motor-success-stories/20005 "2021-06-28T02:49:10Z")

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Many of our a.c. kit customers encountered stumbling blocks. Mostly due to variations in models, gears, or tires size. We have had many successful conversions, but only hear about issues. I would like to see some good …

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## [Zivan Issues and need some help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/zivan-issues-and-need-some-help/21757)

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**Author:** [@Reaaldeal5150](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Reaaldeal5150)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/zivan-issues-and-need-some-help/21757 "2021-06-27T16:53:06Z")

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I have a 2000 E825 2 seater I plug it in to charge I get an audible and yellow flash… Read and saw thermal issues. I disconnected the Din and when I plug in the charger I still get the audible with the DIN disconne…

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## [Speed Limited to 15mph on inclines](https://community.electricforum.com/t/speed-limited-to-15mph-on-inclines/16518)

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**Author:** [@Gaslol](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Gaslol)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 4:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/speed-limited-to-15mph-on-inclines/16518 "2021-06-27T04:06:33Z")

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I’ve owned my 2012 E6 for about a month now and recently moved to a more hilly subdivision (I’m in Texas so I’m talking very slight slopes). My old neighborhood was completely flat and sometimes it would max out at 15mp…

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## [R4F gear ratio's for gear sets 1 & 2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/r4f-gear-ratios-for-gear-sets-1-2/21705)

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**Author:** [@schinia](https://community.electricforum.com/u/schinia)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/r4f-gear-ratios-for-gear-sets-1-2/21705 "2021-06-26T17:48:38Z")

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i emailed Jim @ R4F, for the gear ratio’s for the 2016 to present GEM car speed kit 1 35 - 38 mph, and the speed kit 2 38 - 42 mph. he say’s the gear ratio’s are for speed kit 1 19:1, and speed kit 2 is 25:1 (aprox) does…

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## [2005 gem squeak when turning wheel](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-squeak-when-turning-wheel/21747)

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**Author:** [@themaxrose](https://community.electricforum.com/u/themaxrose)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 1:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-squeak-when-turning-wheel/21747 "2021-06-25T01:19:44Z")

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Can someone help to diagnose this issue of an extremely loud squeaking when turning the wheel… Videos of the issue (with sound) are attached below. 2005 GEM E4… I think I have sprayed WD40 in all parts that are connec…

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## [New Gem owner needs help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-owner-needs-help/21734)

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**Author:** [@Magyver97](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Magyver97)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-owner-needs-help/21734 "2021-06-24T20:38:12Z")

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I just purchased a 2002 Gem Car E825. Was told it ran when parked. Owner removed batteries. When I got it and installed batteries and turned on the power and key, I got a flash of numbers on the display and then nothi…

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## [GEM Customization Southern California](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-customization-southern-california/21731)

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**Author:** [@Oahu](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Oahu)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 1:09am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-customization-southern-california/21731 "2021-06-24T01:09:26Z")

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Does anyone know of a place to get my GEM fixed up and/or customized in Southern California, preferably? I have been trying to contact Innovation Motorsport in AZ but not answering phone, email or text. Thinking they c…

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## [2001 GEM Won’t reverse](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-won-t-reverse/21729)

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**Author:** [@Oahu](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Oahu)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-won-t-reverse/21729 "2021-06-22T21:08:55Z")

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For the first time ever my GEM won’t reverse! The red wrench light is on. Does anyone know how to fix that? I just charged the batteries for the first time in a long time if that matters.

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## [1999-2004 e825 narrow?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-2004-e825-narrow/21678)

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**Author:** [@Reddevil](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Reddevil)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 12:00am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-2004-e825-narrow/21678 "2021-06-19T00:00:59Z")

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Just looked at a parts catalog for the 1999-2004 models. On front page it listed two versions of the two seater, one was called Narrow. Anyone know what that meant, and how to tell the difference? I’m curious.

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## [Lug wrench, maybe torque wrench](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lug-wrench-maybe-torque-wrench/21689)

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**Author:** [@schinia](https://community.electricforum.com/u/schinia)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lug-wrench-maybe-torque-wrench/21689 "2021-06-18T20:20:44Z")

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what are you using for a lug wrench, for your late model e4 ? i understand that the torque is 63 ft lbs.

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## [98 04 Available items](https://community.electricforum.com/t/98-04-available-items/21674)

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**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2021, 2:51am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/98-04-available-items/21674 "2021-06-17T02:51:14Z")

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## [You should be careful posting misinformation](https://community.electricforum.com/t/you-should-be-careful-posting-misinformation/20780)

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**Author:** [@cruisin](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cruisin)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/you-should-be-careful-posting-misinformation/20780 "2021-06-16T14:44:18Z")

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You are a seller of old damaged used wrecking yard batteries. My next posting will be about you that I dont think you want people to know about you. Your decision.

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## [Same old problem after much troubleshooting](https://community.electricforum.com/t/same-old-problem-after-much-troubleshooting/21577)

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**Author:** [@briandressler](https://community.electricforum.com/u/briandressler)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [June 14, 2021, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/same-old-problem-after-much-troubleshooting/21577 "2021-06-14T14:48:25Z")

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2008 e4 loses power after about 1 mile. Total miles less than 6000. Only about 2000 since new batts in 2019. No error code displayed, but suddenly slows down to less than turtle speed and after a few minutes will just st…

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## [Oh, yes I did! (you gotta see it)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/oh-yes-i-did-you-gotta-see-it/21613)

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**Author:** [@2013GEMtruck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2013GEMtruck)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2021, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/oh-yes-i-did-you-gotta-see-it/21613 "2021-06-09T22:14:14Z")

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Because it’s true. That’s what’s inside…

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## [Magic Magnet Dip Switch Settings](https://community.electricforum.com/t/magic-magnet-dip-switch-settings/21617)

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**Author:** [@JamesLee](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JamesLee)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2021, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/magic-magnet-dip-switch-settings/21617 "2021-06-09T18:51:57Z")

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Can anyone post the proper DIP switch settings for the Magic Magnet? I’m currently running an R4F motor, 4 pole magnet & sensor, and Trojan Lead acid batteries. Just curious if I can get more MPH out of adjusting the DIP…

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## [Hot motor to the touch?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hot-motor-to-the-touch/21587)

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**Author:** [@Gerald](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Gerald)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2021, 3:36pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hot-motor-to-the-touch/21587 "2021-06-08T15:36:17Z")

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Begin losing power after only a bar or two down. New gel batteries two years ago, not many hours/miles since, still check out perfect. Noticed that the motor is hot to the touch after fairly short runs, wondering if tha…

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## [Location for 12V Power Outlet](https://community.electricforum.com/t/location-for-12v-power-outlet/5304)

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**Author:** [@rviguet](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rviguet)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2021, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/location-for-12v-power-outlet/5304 "2021-06-08T15:37:01Z")

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I am in the process of adding a stereo to my 2002 e825 GEM car and thought I would go ahead and add a 12V power outlet since I am already into the wiring harness. I have my 12V leads ready to go, so all I need to do now…

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## [2001 e825 Hood hinge placement and adjustment](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-e825-hood-hinge-placement-and-adjustment/21598)

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**Author:** [@wolfman](https://community.electricforum.com/u/wolfman)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2021, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-e825-hood-hinge-placement-and-adjustment/21598 "2021-06-07T17:30:25Z")

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OK, total brain lock, I removed my hood to have it painted a couple of years ago. I am trying to reinstall and I am having a heck of a time getting everything to line up. Did i mention I took the hinges apart and took no…

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## [Wheels/tires? Anyone running 23"?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheels-tires-anyone-running-23/21546)

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**Author:** [@2013GEMtruck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2013GEMtruck)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2021, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheels-tires-anyone-running-23/21546 "2021-06-05T21:59:18Z")

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Okay, so I’m a golf cart guy, have a golf cart wheel/tire online shop I like. Just did an upgrade on a 2013 GEM eL to a Tesla battery from Inwo (more on that in a separate topic). Got the spoof, gonna go 40 (not installe…

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## [Door Handle Repair on 2005 E2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/door-handle-repair-on-2005-e2/21555)

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**Author:** [@Up-N-Over](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Up-N-Over)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2021, 8:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/door-handle-repair-on-2005-e2/21555 "2021-06-05T20:07:16Z")

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HI All, I’m new to the forum. I just bought a 2005 E2 that needs a lot of TLC. It came with a 7 and 7.5 HP motor and a lot of spare parts. First things first. Both of the doors open from the inside handle, but not the …

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## [2016 Gem E4 - Radio - Constant 12V](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-e4-radio-constant-12v/21499)

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**Author:** [@FUNDAD](https://community.electricforum.com/u/FUNDAD)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2021, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-e4-radio-constant-12v/21499 "2021-06-05T17:51:41Z")

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I have searched and searched and have not had any luck finding info on where to connect the yellow wire for my aftermarket radio. Everything works and sounds great but as soon as I turn off the Gem and then turn it back …

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## [Nissan Leaf Gen 4 battery conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/nissan-leaf-gen-4-battery-conversion/14535)

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**Author:** [@dougl](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dougl)\
**Replies:** 108\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2021, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/nissan-leaf-gen-4-battery-conversion/14535 "2021-06-05T15:05:47Z")

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Figured I’d start my own thread on this. I’m getting 5 brand new factory fresh Gen 4 Leaf batteries for my 2002 e824. Each module is configured as 2P4S so 14.8V and 110AHr capacity. 5 \* 14.8V = 74V nominal and ~82V fu…

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## [I did the Tesla (GEM eL) conversion, so far, so good!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-did-the-tesla-gem-el-conversion-so-far-so-good/21551)

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**Author:** [@2013GEMtruck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2013GEMtruck)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2021, 2:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-did-the-tesla-gem-el-conversion-so-far-so-good/21551 "2021-06-03T02:06:37Z")

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I shouldn’t say “I did,” because Inwo built the battery, all I did was drop it in and connect the wires. I found this forum a few days after buying my eL in a blind auction for $1500. The batteries were a mess, and I did…

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## [Anyone know center hub bore diameter (front only) 2013 GEM?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anyone-know-center-hub-bore-diameter-front-only-2013-gem/21570)

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**Author:** [@2013GEMtruck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2013GEMtruck)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2021, 2:05am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anyone-know-center-hub-bore-diameter-front-only-2013-gem/21570 "2021-06-03T02:05:16Z")

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Finally found some wheels - anyone using plastic centering rings? I measure 580mm with my grandfather’s old caliper, which I don’t trust at all. Help?

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## [Extreme caster change when in reverse](https://community.electricforum.com/t/extreme-caster-change-when-in-reverse/21559)

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**Author:** [@wolfman](https://community.electricforum.com/u/wolfman)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [June 2, 2021, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/extreme-caster-change-when-in-reverse/21559 "2021-06-02T16:29:26Z")

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I have a 2001 e825 that has a 3" lift with no rake just up front and rear the same amount, 3". When I am reversing there is so much suspension shift/ shift in the caster my tires drag on the body near the front fender e…

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## [2016+/40mph gear swap](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-40mph-gear-swap/21230)

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**Author:** [@MikeKC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MikeKC)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-40mph-gear-swap/21230 "2021-06-01T16:38:00Z")

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I thought I was start a new tread about these new gearbox’s from Rodney @Old\_Houseboater These are 10:35 (stock GEM are 17:1) classic gearbox’s and new axels that allow you use them in a 2016 or newer GEM car. These gea…

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## [2007 GEM - Cant get it to charge!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-gem-cant-get-it-to-charge/21377)

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**Author:** [@traviswright](https://community.electricforum.com/u/traviswright)\
**Replies:** 72\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2021, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-gem-cant-get-it-to-charge/21377 "2021-06-01T16:21:44Z")

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Hey all - I am a brand new owner of a nice 2007 GEM e2. Brought it home a couple of days ago and drove it around the neighborhood, plugged it in overnight. The next day I got about 2 miles down the road before it went …

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## [2013 e6S AC Motor Install](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2013-e6s-ac-motor-install/20891)

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**Author:** [@RS\_E6](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RS_E6)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2021, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2013-e6s-ac-motor-install/20891 "2021-06-01T12:56:11Z")

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I recently had the pleasure of working with @Inwo and @MikeKC while installing their AC motor kit in my 2013 e6S. I had been watching the evolution of the AC motor setups but having already installed a new D&D motor (ES…

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## [2010 e4 Emergency Brake and error code](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2010-e4-emergency-brake-and-error-code/21325)

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**Author:** [@MVSteve](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MVSteve)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2021, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2010-e4-emergency-brake-and-error-code/21325 "2021-05-31T21:26:11Z")

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Working on a 2010 e4 and when e-brake is not engaged light on dash lit and cart won’t move. I raise brake lever until light goes off and cart will move however code 82 comes on after a few feet and cart stops…i’m assumi…

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## [Contactor dropping out](https://community.electricforum.com/t/contactor-dropping-out/21554)

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**Author:** [@jm1361](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jm1361)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2021, 4:28am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/contactor-dropping-out/21554 "2021-05-30T04:28:31Z")

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I have a 2015 Gem E2 having an intermittent problem when at a stop stepping on accelerator I hear a contactor drop out car does not move turn key off then on step on accelerator cart works fine . can go for weeks at a ti…

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