tilt switch problems

[brister]

I have a 70 hp and the tilt always works for down but periodically quits for up, is there a way to get the handle cover off the throttle and is the switch something that can be replaced, i have the 703 throttle. thanks

[boats.net]

Yes the switch is replaceable, here is the parts listing Yamaha Outboard Parts 2005 2005 OUTBOARD RIGGING GUIDE CONTROL STANDARD SIDE 703 PUSH Diagram