POWER TRIM - DESIGN II
90-884294 OCTOBER 2001 Page 5B-55
CHECKING AND CLEANING COMMUTATOR
1. If commutator is worn, replace armature.
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FIELD TESTS
IMPORTANT: Commutator end of armature must be installed in brushes when per-
forming the following tests.
Ohmmeter
Leads Between
Resistance
(Ohms)
Scale Reading*
(x____________)
BLUE and GREEN Motor Wires 0 (Rx1)
GREEN Motor Wire, and Frame
(Motor Housing)
No Continuity (Rx1)
BLUE Motor Wire and Frame No Continuity (Rx1)
*If specified readings are not obtained, check for:
• defective armature
• dirty or worn brushes
• dirty or worn commutator
If defective components are found, repair or replace component(s) and retest.
Motor Repair
REMOVAL
NOTE: Power Trim System does not have to be removed from outboard to repair/replace
motor.
DISASSEMBLY
Trim outboard to the full “UP” position and engage tilt lock lever. Open reservoir plug to
relieve pressure, then retighten. Use a SNAP ON [ 5 mm (FABLM5)] ball end allen bolt
driver to remove the 2 motor mounting bolts.
Refer to “Motor Disassembly” on page 5B-53 to disassemble motor from pump.