08-20-2019 05:36
Have a 2012 Etec 150 and sometimes when trimming down it makes a horrible squealing sound...sometimes not at all. Just started this a few days ago. Any ideas?
08-21-2019 07:32
08-21-2019 07:50
There are several things that can make screeching sounds in a power trim unit
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The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your Johnson or Evinrude outboard motor. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near high-temperature components, and working with electrical or ignition systems.
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08-23-2019 05:17
Thank you for the reply's. What I've found is that if I apply a little pressure in the upward direction on the motor as it is coming down on the fast cycle it does not do this, as soon as I let go of the motor is when it starts. Kinda strange.
08-24-2019 07:42
@Whatever44 wrote:
Thank you for the reply's. What I've found is that if I apply a little pressure in the upward direction on the motor as it is coming down on the fast cycle it does not do this, as soon as I let go of the motor is when it starts. Kinda strange.
Not strange, that just means that the tilt tube nut has to be tightened to add some drag to the system. Tighten the nut one flat at a time until the noise and any jerking disappear.
"There is never just one thing wrong with a boat";
-- Travis McGee, main character in a book series by John D. McDonald
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The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your Johnson or Evinrude outboard motor. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near high-temperature components, and working with electrical or ignition systems.
The information offered here is only general in nature and should not be construed as complete factory approved procedures, techniques, or specifications. Always use the proper service manual for your motor, up-to-date service literature, the correct tools, and have an understanding of how to proceed with troubleshooting and repair methods. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with a procedure, a situation, or a technique, enlist the services of a factory trained technician.
08-27-2019 12:14
Thank you! I'll give that a try.
09-09-2019 09:35
Bill or anyone else for that matter. Can you give me a picture of the nut to tighten? I'm not getting any results. Just want to be sure we are talking about the same thing. I've been using inboard motors for years now so I'm still trying to learn the ins and outs of the newer outboards...
Thanks for any help.
09-09-2019 09:51
09-09-2019 10:09
09-10-2019 07:29
I believe the pivot tube nut takes a 1-1/4" open end or crows foot wrench
"There is never just one thing wrong with a boat";
-- Travis McGee, main character in a book series by John D. McDonald
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The factory recommends that a properly trained technician service your Johnson or Evinrude outboard motor. Should you elect to perform repairs yourself, use caution, common sense, and observe safety procedures in the vicinity of flammable liquids, around moving parts, near high-temperature components, and working with electrical or ignition systems.
The information offered here is only general in nature and should not be construed as complete factory approved procedures, techniques, or specifications. Always use the proper service manual for your motor, up-to-date service literature, the correct tools, and have an understanding of how to proceed with troubleshooting and repair methods. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with a procedure, a situation, or a technique, enlist the services of a factory trained technician.