Tilt/Trim for 30 hp Tohatsu problem

[Heartbeast]

I was up on the river for a few days. 2nd day, my tilt trim starting working sometimes/sometimes not. Finally it stopped altogether. It will make a clicking sound at the shifter control and also on the motor control itself but will not work. I don't know much about working on them and will probably just take it to my boat guy but wanted to check for some ideas that I could look at myself if it was an easy fix. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thank you.

-Bob

 

[pvanv]

Re: Tilt/Trim for 30 hp Tohatsu problem

If the hydraulic motor/pump is running OK, check that the fluid is full and bled, and the manual tilt screw is not set to manual. If not, the motor/pump will need checked/serviced.

 

[Heartbeast]

Re: Tilt/Trim for 30 hp Tohatsu problem

Thank you. I checked the fluid and added a small amount. I tapped on the piston cylinder and it started moving. Right now it is moving up and down but slower than I remember. Does this sound like a major problem?

-Bob

 

[pvanv]

Re: Tilt/Trim for 30 hp Tohatsu problem

Sounds like a sticky brush in the TT motor, which will likely be OK for some time now, if used regularly. Or, could stick again sometime.

 

[Heartbeast]

Re: Tilt/Trim for 30 hp Tohatsu problem

Checked it out but finally just put it in the shop. New one and it works great. Thanks.