Re: Can a tilt soleniod short out
It is possible for the contacts in the solenoid to become "fused" together causing this. You should have two solenoids. One for going up, and the other for going down. Both solenoids are identical. Reverse the solenoids. If the problem changes to your motor automatically going down, then the solenoid itself is bad. If no change in symptom, then it's probably your tilt/trim switch. You can try and squirt some WD40 or contact cleaner into the switch. Don't be bashful about how much you squirt in there. Have a rag handy. Might get lucky and cure you problem with a couple of squirts. If that doesn't fix it then you need an OHM meter to check the switch and wiring harness.
