AUTOBABA 36V Forward Reverse Switch Assembly for Club Car DS — Direct-Fit, Metal Contacts

The AUTOBABA 36 Volt Forward Reverse Switch Assembly is a direct-fit replacement for 36V Club Car DS golf carts (models with resistors, 1984–2005) that restores reliable forward/reverse control.

This forward/reverse (F&R) unit is designed as a plug-and-play swap for worn or damaged gearbox-style switches on older Club Car DS carts operating on a 36‑volt system. Built with metal contacts and a reinforced plastic housing, the assembly is engineered to match OE function (OEM numbers 1011997, 101753003 for the assembly and 1014808 for the micro switch) and includes the handle and mounting hardware for a straightforward replacement.

Will this switch fit my Club Car DS?

It fits Club Car DS models that use resistor speed control and a 36V battery configuration produced between 1984 and 2005. Before buying, confirm your cart uses the resistor-style controller and compare OEM part numbers or the physical connector pattern.

• Compatible years: 1984–2005 (36V resistor models)
• OEM references: 1011997, 101753003 (assembly), 1014808 (micro switch)
• Verify connector shape and mounting points before installation

How does installation work and what’s included?

Installation is intended to be a direct swap with existing wiring and mounts on compatible carts. The package contains the forward/reverse assembly, the replacement handle, plus screws and nuts so you won’t need extra parts for a standard install.

• Package contents: F&R assembly, handle, screw and nut set
• Plug-and-play design for like-for-like replacements
• Basic hand tools required; electrical connectors are factory-style

What are the construction and performance benefits?

The assembly combines metal internal components with a reinforced plastic housing to resist corrosion and mechanical wear. That construction improves durability and helps reestablish crisp directional switching compared with failing original units.

• Metal contacts for long-term electrical reliability
• Reinforced plastic shell to reduce cracking and moisture intrusion
• Micro switch compatible with OEM standard for consistent response

What problems can this replacement resolve?

Replacing a worn F&R switch can eliminate intermittent direction changes, stuck or noisy handles, and failures caused by corrosion, damaged wiring, or internal wear. It’s a practical repair when the original assembly shows physical or operational failure.

• Fixes worn contacts that cause intermittent operation
• Removes symptoms of corrosion-related failure
• Restores mechanical feel and reliable electrical switching

Who this is for: This assembly is intended for Club Car DS owners, fleet managers, and technicians maintaining 36V resistor-model golf carts from the 1984–2005 era who need a like-for-like OEM-standard replacement. If you’re restoring an older cart or troubleshooting directional faults, this AUTOBABA unit supplies the necessary hardware and OEM cross-reference numbers to get the job done with minimal fuss.