Tilt & Trim fluid replacement - what to use, any special instructions?

nvr-enuf

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My electric tilt and trim motor for a 1900 70hp Johnson Tracker engine took a dump which means my entire tilt and trim assembly had to be removed from the boat. Since I have the unit off the boat, I am considering replacing the tilt and trim hydraulic fluid.

Does anyone know what is the correct fluid to replace with?
Is there special instructions on how to replace this fluid?

Thanks

Happy Holiday Weekend!
SAS
 

ezeke

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Re: Tilt & Trim fluid replacement - what to use, any special instructions?

The recommended fluid should be OMC/BRP Power Trim/Tilt and Power Steering Fluid. GM Dextron II (ATF) is a suggested alternative.
 

Evinrude Boater

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Re: Tilt & Trim fluid replacement - what to use, any special instructions?

Didn't know they made 70 hp engines back in 1900. Hmmm. 10W-30 or 10W-40 can be used too, right?
 

nvr-enuf

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Re: Tilt & Trim fluid replacement - what to use, any special instructions?

sorry, mis typed, 1990 TLE 70 hp three cylinder 2 stroke.

I called the dealer who stated they use dextron mercron

Thanks

SAS
 
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