1987 Johnson 70hp - Remote Control

[cadfishjunkee]

I need to replace the tilt/trim switch on my throttle, but unable to figure out how to get to the open handle through the main housing assembly. Anyone had to do this before? Please advise...

Anthony

 

[dreamchaser]

Re: 1987 Johnson 70hp - Remote Control

first u have to remove the handle from the the box ,there is a hex head screw that holds the handle in place on the opposite side of the handle ,back it out almost all the way then tap it lightly this should back it off the splines the rest is just simply disssasembling the handle to get to the switch the "brp" web site has some good diagrams to see how it comes apart

 

[cadfishjunkee]

Re: 1987 Johnson 70hp - Remote Control

If I do that, will the any linkage move where I cannot put it back they way it was?

first u have to remove the handle from the the box ,there is a hex head screw that holds the handle in place on the opposite side of the handle ,back it out almost all the way then tap it lightly this should back it off the splines the rest is just simply disssasembling the handle to get to the switch the "brp" web site has some good diagrams to see how it comes apart

 

[dreamchaser]

Re: 1987 Johnson 70hp - Remote Control

no ... ur not opening the box up 8)

 

[cadfishjunkee]

Re: 1987 Johnson 70hp - Remote Control

dreamchaser,
It worked and like you said!! With some WD40, and some tapping, I was able to get the handle and replace the switch.

Thank you! 8)