Manually Tilting 88 Force 125

[Snoots]

Recently purchased a boat. Had the boat out this weekend and the tilt/trim on my 1988 Force 125 stopped working. Currently trimmed in downward position. When I hit the switch I hear a click, but no movement. I suspect a leak in the hydro cylinder. I've been searching the board and want to try some to checks mentioned, but it seems I need to get the motor in an elevated position.

Is there a trick to manually tilting the motor in the upward position. When I lift the motor by hand, it moves about 6 inches and then meets resistance. Is there a procedure I am unaware of? This is my first outboard, and I do not have a manual yet.

 

[RRitt]

Re: Manually Tilting 88 Force 125

nope. no trick. can't be done with disabling and/or removing power tilt.

Power trim takes as much power as a starter. Consequently, it uses relays to avoid running big expensive cables back and forth between switch and motor. Most marine trim relays are actually standard generic automotive headlight relays with a doubled or tripled price tag. After people caught on to the ruse some companies started adding a rubber boot to justify the extra $30 charge.

Try checking the circuit breaker that feeds power to your relays. It is inside engine, underneath the carbs, over near the starter. If that doesn't work get some $6 headlight relays and try that. If that doesn't work double check your wires for corrosion. If that doesn't work, get your pump ay. rebuilt.

 

[Snoots]

Re: Manually Tilting 88 Force 125

Thank you RRitt. Turned out to be a loose connection on the circuit breaker. Topped off the fluid and working like a champ. I appreciate this board and all the knowledgeable people willing to help the less experienced.