Power Trim Problem F100TLRX

[Caldwellsboat]

I lifted my motor at the lake today and it was stuck in the up position. I figured out how to lower it manually (bleed screw on the side of the trim housing). I checked the fluid level , which was fine but the problem still persists. The motor raises and lowers good without hesitation , but if the ram tops out it will not lower even though the trim motor seems to be working fine.. Any suggestions for a fix would be greatly appreciated. Thx

[pstephens46]

Had same issue and thought my fluid level was fine. I do have a small leak. I took a squeeze bottle and blasted fluid into that tank and then quickly put cap on. Ran it up and down, Did it once again and it works fine. I will have to address leak at some point or I will have to continue this from time to time.

[Caldwellsboat]

Thanks for the reply! I can see no signs of any leaks and the oil is topped up, any other possible suggestions?

[TownsendsFJR1300]

You are checking the level with the engine set on the "mechanical arm" correct?

And is the electric motor operating, just no movement of the engine?

[Caldwellsboat]

Yes, engine is set on the mechanical arm which would put the ram in a near vertical position and the electric motor is running with the switch in a up or down position

[TownsendsFJR1300]

I suspect it has to be in the hydraulic unit itself.

Someone else will have to chime in for further...

[Caldwellsboat]

Thanks for the replies, i will dig into it after our fishing season is over