Force 40 power tilt releif valve

tomatotom

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I recently purchased a 96 Force, 40HP with power tilt/trim. I was concerned that it wouldn't climb over logs etc... when the need should arrise. In a seperate post, I was told there in deed was a built in relief valve, but was unable to activate it by lifting on the motor. Next, i purchased a Clymer manual and identified the location of the valve, which consists of a spring, needle valve, spool and another what appears to be plunger. I can't seem to get the plunger out of the bore and suspect thats why it won't pop off under pressure. Anyone out there been into these deep enough to confirm? Or any idea on how to get it out and at least inspect it?
 

RRitt

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Re: Force 40 power tilt releif valve

I think the '96 relief valve should be a cone shaped piece of nylon with three orings. it should be at base of pump and have a really large flathead screwdriver slot. Anything else is not user serviceable.
 

jerryjerry05

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Re: Force 40 power tilt releif valve

Usually once you start messing with these things they NEVER work right again.
So if your not sure then leave it alone.Sounds harsh but that's the truth.J
 
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