E-Z-GO RXV 2013-2024 User Guide

 

 

E-Z-GO RXV 2013-2024

User Guide for KRAKEN Programmer

USER VERSION
5 minutes
No tools required
Easy
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1

Locate Connector

Your RXV 2013-2024 cart has a 4-pin Curtis connector that comes in two varieties:

  • Round connector (4-pin circular)
  • Square connector (4-pin rectangular)
Connector Location: The connector is usually located between the battery and controller cover, under the seat. It has a black protective cap covering it to protect from the elements.
Included Cables: For 2013-2024 RXV models, we include BOTH round and square cables in your KRAKEN case. Use whichever connector type matches what you find under your seat. The other cable can be kept for future use if your cart is updated later.

Round Connector Type:

Round 4-pin connector location
Round connector location - between battery and controller cover with black cap

Square Connector Type:

Square 4-pin connector location
Square connector location - between battery and controller cover with black cap
Protective Cap: Remove the black protective cap from the connector. When done programming, replace the cap to keep the connector protected from the elements.
2

Connect Device

Connect your Kraken Programmer to the cart connector using the supplied cable.

Important: Ensure the connector is firmly seated. You should feel it click into place. Do not force the connection.

Round Connector Connection:

KRAKEN connected with round connector
KRAKEN Programmer connected using round cable

Square Connector Connection:

KRAKEN connected with square connector
KRAKEN Programmer connected using square cable
Device Powers On: Once connected, the KRAKEN will power on automatically and begin communicating with the cart's controller. The screen will light up and display connection status.

Cart Power & Position

Required Before Programming: The cart must be powered ON and in the NEUTRAL position for the KRAKEN to communicate with the controller.
Cart key in ON position and gear in NEUTRAL
Key must be in ON position and cart in NEUTRAL
3

Confirm Connection & Pair Device

If the connection is successful, the screen will display:

► Curtis Connected

► Curtis serial # and model #

► Press Pair to Marry

First Time Setup - Pairing Required: The USER VERSION must be paired (married) to your cart's controller on first use. This locks the device to your specific cart.

Pairing Process:

  1. When you see "Press Pair to Marry" on the screen, click the Pair button
  2. The screen will then show "Press Flash to Pair"
  3. Click the Flash button to complete pairing
  4. You'll see a "Pairing Success" message
  5. The screen will display "Ready" - you can now program
KRAKEN screen showing Press Pair to Marry message
Step 1: Initial connection screen showing "Press Pair to Marry" message
Pairing Success confirmation
Step 4: Pairing Success confirmation appears
KRAKEN Ready screen
Step 5: Ready screen - device is now paired and ready to program
After Pairing: Once paired, your KRAKEN will automatically connect to this cart in the future. You only need to pair once per cart with the USER VERSION.
USER VERSION Limitation: The USER VERSION can only be paired to ONE cart at a time. To use it on a different cart, you must unpair it first, which will erase all saved settings from the previous cart.
4

Adjustable Parameters

Once "Ready" is displayed, you can customize various cart performance parameters. Each parameter can be toggled ON/OFF or adjusted.

Universal Interaction Pattern: All parameters follow the same sequence: Click to Read → Click Again to Toggle/Adjust → Click "Flash" to Save
KRAKEN Ready screen
Starting point - "Ready" screen with all parameters available

Available Parameters:

Fast Acceleration

Controls how quickly the cart accelerates from a stop. Enabling this provides more aggressive acceleration for improved performance.

OFF Fast Acceleration OFF

Standard acceleration

ON Fast Acceleration ON

Quick, responsive acceleration

Buzzer

Enables or disables the reverse buzzer warning sound. Turn OFF for quiet operation, keep ON for safety awareness.

OFF Buzzer OFF

Silent reverse operation

ON Buzzer ON

Reverse warning sound enabled

Position Hold

Prevents the cart from rolling backward on hills when stopped. When enabled, the motor holds position until you press the accelerator.

OFF Position Hold OFF

Cart may roll on inclines

ON Position Hold ON

Holds position on hills

Rapid Hill Climb

Provides enhanced power and torque when climbing steep hills. Enables stronger motor performance for better uphill capability.

OFF Rapid Hill Climb OFF

Standard hill climbing

ON Rapid Hill Climb ON

Enhanced uphill power

Remember to Flash: After changing any parameter, you MUST click the "Flash" button to save your changes. Without flashing, changes are not permanently saved to the controller.
5

Forward & Reverse Speed Adjustment

Adjusting your cart's speed is the most common use of the KRAKEN Programmer. You have complete control over both forward and reverse speeds.

  • Use Increase/Decrease buttons to navigate to Forward Speed or Reverse Speed
  • Once the speed parameter is displayed, use Increase/Decrease to adjust in 0.5 MPH steps
  • Maximum: 25.5 MPH forward / 7 MPH reverse
  • Setting either to 0 MPH disables forward or reverse motion
  • Click "Flash" to save the speed setting
Speed Workflow: After flashing forward speed, reverse speed will automatically appear for adjustment. Set forward → Flash → Set reverse → Flash.

Example Workflow:

  1. Use Increase/Decrease to navigate to "Forward Speed" → Shows current speed (e.g., 15 MPH)
  2. Use Increase button to adjust to 25.5 MPH
  3. Click "Flash" to save
  4. Reverse Speed automatically appears
  5. Adjust to desired speed (e.g., 7 MPH)
  6. Click "Flash" again to save
Forward speed set to 25.5 MPH
Forward speed adjusted to maximum 25.5 MPH
Reverse speed set to 7 MPH
Reverse speed adjusted to maximum 7 MPH
Actual Speed with Larger Wheels: The speeds shown (25.5 MPH forward / 7 MPH reverse) are based on stock golf cart wheel sizes. Customers running larger wheels will see actual speeds around 30 MPH depending on their specific configuration.
Safety Reminder: Higher speeds require increased awareness and caution. Always operate your cart safely and in compliance with local regulations.
6

View Faults

The KRAKEN can read and display diagnostic fault codes from your cart's controller:

  • Click "Fault" button to view active controller faults
  • The device actively scans in real-time
  • Use Increase/Decrease buttons to scroll up and down through multiple faults
  • Fault count is displayed (e.g., 1/5, 2/5, etc.) showing current fault and total fault count
  • Resolved faults will disappear automatically from view
Diagnostic Tool: The Fault feature is useful for troubleshooting issues with your cart. If a fault appears, refer to your cart's manual or contact support for assistance.
Fault diagnostic screen
Fault diagnostic screen showing controller status
7

Unpairing (USER VERSION)

To use your USER VERSION KRAKEN on a different cart, you must first unpair it from the current cart. Unpairing reverts the cart back to factory settings and frees the device to pair with another cart.

Warning: Unpairing will permanently delete all custom parameters and revert the cart to factory original settings. Make sure you want to do this before proceeding.

Unpair Process:

  1. Connect KRAKEN to the cart you want to unpair from
  2. When "Ready" appears, navigate to the Unpair option
  3. Click Unpair button
  4. Click Flash to confirm and execute unpair
  5. Cart reverts to Setting Original (factory settings)
  6. You'll see "Unpair Success" confirmation
  7. Device is now free to pair with a different cart
Unpair option screen
Step 1: Navigate to Unpair option
Setting Original - factory settings restored
Step 2: After clicking Flash, cart reverts to "Setting Original" (factory settings)
Unpair success confirmation
Step 3: "Unpair Success" - device is now available to pair with another cart
After Unpairing: The cart is now running on factory original settings. Your KRAKEN is unpaired and can be connected to a different cart to begin the pairing process again.

Power Information

This device is powered by the cart. No external batteries are required.

Always Powered: As long as the KRAKEN is connected to your cart via the Curtis connector, it draws power directly from the cart's system.

Finished Programming

Once you've completed your programming session and applied all desired changes:

  • Disconnect the cable from your cart's connector
  • Store the KRAKEN Programmer in its protective case until next use
Best Practice: The device should only remain connected during active programming sessions. Disconnecting after use helps preserve your cart's battery and protects the device's electronics.

Need Help?

If you experience any issues or have questions:

Important Disclaimer

Use of this device is at your own risk. The creators, developers, and distributors of the Kraken Programmer are not responsible or liable for any damage caused to your golf cart, vehicle components, or personal property resulting from improper use, incorrect programming, or misuse of this tool.

The terms "E-Z-GO" and "RXV" are used strictly for identification and descriptive purposes. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Textron Inc., E-Z-GO, or any of their subsidiaries. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Use this device only if you fully understand the changes being applied to your vehicle.