manual tilt will not release

[fmtwvdude]

Hey, I have a 1989 40 hp Johnson outboard with a manual tilt. When I pull the release on the handle the motor will not release to allow the motor to tilt. Any suggestions? I am I missing something in the procedure?

thanks all,

 

[ezeke]

Re: manual tilt will not release

Click the thumbnails, maybe the manual's instructions will help:

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: manual tilt will not release

try shifting into forward. it locks when in reverse, maybe not releasing when going back to neutral.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: manual tilt will not release

if not, pull the pin to tilt it up.