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Author	Topic:   electrical problem
bhoctor	posted 04-06-2003 08:11 PM ET (US)         1985 Montauk, new battery, can't get power tilt-trim to work or igntion. Checked both 5 AMP fuses on console all OK. Can't raise engine therefore can't trailer to repair shop. Any ideas? I have a feeling it is something basic, just can't find it.
whalersman	posted 04-06-2003 09:17 PM ET (US)             bhoctor, You don't mention what engine you have... Most engines have a 20 amp fuse located under the cowling. If this fuse has blown, you will get the symptons you describe. Check your owner manual...
kglinz	posted 04-06-2003 09:37 PM ET (US)             Most power tilts have a manual bypass valve you can open to allow you to manually tilt the engine
specktrout	posted 04-06-2003 10:08 PM ET (US)             I had the same thing happen to me one time after reconnecting my battery. Turned out to be a poor connection from the battery cables to the battery terminals. If you haven't already, get a set of the lead terminal connectors for the battery cables. I believe they were only 5-6 dollars at Auto Zone and I feel the engine turns over on ignition better as well.
Taylor	posted 04-07-2003 12:32 AM ET (US)             The two factory fuses on the console are probably not related to tilt/trim. One is for the running lights, the other is for an accessory. Mine runs the fishfinder.

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