Unlocking pilot on hoveround

Check Power and Connections:

Ensure the power is turned on.
Confirm that the charger and power cord are not plugged into the unit.
Make sure the brake release levers are in drive mode.
Joystick Controller:
Verify that the joystick cable is securely attached.
Check if the batteries are fully charged. If not, proceed with charging.

Battery Charger:
Plug the charger into a working outlet and test it with a lamp or LED clock.
Use a charger specifically designed for your Hoveround MPV5.
If the problem persists, consider replacing the battery charger.

Battery Issues:
Ensure the brake release levers are in drive mode.
Check all battery connectors to ensure they are properly connected.
Verify that the batteries are fully charged. If not, proceed with charging.
If the batteries still won't charge properly, replacement batteries may be needed.

Consult your Owner's Manual for illustrations and additional instructions. If these steps don't resolve the issue, I recommend contacting Hoveround Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for professional assistance

Page 40 of this manual, and says how to fix 2 pages later on P42.

To unlock, turn the control system on. The speed/response indicator will be rippling up and down. Move the joystick forward until the control beeps. Then move the joystick in reverse until the control beeps. Release the joystick. There will be a long beep that indicates the controller is unlocked.

https://www.hoveround.com/media/wysiwyg/pdf/MPV4-Power-Chair-Manual.pdf

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I've never had much luck getting information like this for most joysticks, and have never gotten it for Penny+Giles stuff. You may have the best luck looking for a used replacement joystick on eBay or Craig's List.

1. blown Fuse, 2. blown bulbs, 3. Brake light switch

Regarding your Hoveround Teknique?..You should contact Hoveround directly. They made the chair. They will probably service it for you, and you might get it serviced for free--maybe. Go their website (http://www.hoveround.com) and see the Contact Us page.

The number of lights that are flashing will indicate what the problem is related to.
You can visit this website to find answers on what the flashing trouble indicator lights mean: http://www.pgdt.com/scenter/diagnostics/diagvsi.html
Locate the page that has the controller used on your power chair/scooter and count how many lights are flashing to diagnose the trouble. Try resetting your brakes to see if that will help reset the system (makre sure the power chair is turned off first.) If your insurance purchased the power chair for you, they may also cover the repairs; contact Hoveround for an appointment.
Good luck!

My father in law has a hoveround and it is in the lock position but we can't remember how to unlock it.

This 8-light code is a joystick controller problem. It is an internal problem with the circuit board located inside the joystick. The entire joystick assembly would need to be replaced in this situation. If you are in need of a joystick, I have several for sale.

1. Turn the controller on.

2. To lock the chair, depress and hold the ON/OFF button. After one second the controller will beep. Release the ON/OFF button. Move the joystick forward until the control beeps. Move the joystick in reverse until the control beeps. Release the joystick. There will be a long beep that indicates the controller is locked.

3. To unlock, turn the control system on. The speed/response indicator will be rippling up and down. Move the joystick forward until the control beeps. Then move the joystick in reverse until the control beeps. Release the joystick. There will be a long beep that indicates the controller is unlocked.

This is from the manual, I hope it helps you.

You will need to take it in for repair. 8 bar flash usually means you have a bad joystick/controller. They can sometimes send it in to the manufacturer to have it repaired. Find a reputable dealer and relay this info to them.