DF175 Trim is Dead

[RussL15]

Hello, new to this forum and to engine repair. I have a 2012 DF175 and the trim is dead. From the throttle switch to the switch on the engine, it does not move or make a sound. Any ideas on where to start troubleshooting?

[artdf175]

on the main page there are a number of topics called ”stickys”

read the one on the “white wire”
Art

[RussL15]

Thanks. I'll take a look.

[RussL15]

Checked all the wiring and it's ok. It appears that the PTT motor is dead. The genuine Suzuki part is costly, while an aftermarket part is more than 1/2 the price less. Can anyone advise if the aftermarket parts are of good quality, or should I stay with the genuine part?

[artdf175]

I really don’t know how to answer your last question but have a few more questions
first observation is this has not been a part that has been discussed very much if at all
have you tried to put external power to the motor?
are any other of your electrical system not working?
does the high pressure pump work? should power up when ignition key is turned to on position
Starter kick the engine over?
there are several relays in the fuse box- did you try interchanging them?
art

[Harper]

Before you go throwing money at it, how 'bout telling us how it is that you know the PTT motor is dead.

[RussL15]

I went through the system, checking for power from the switches to the wiring, checked the fuses. All good. Hooked power directly to the trim motor and nothing. Gave it a "nudge" and it weakly came to life for a few seconds.

[Harper]

Did you check the tilt limit switch also?

[RussL15]

Yes, I did.

[Harper]

Okay then. Just wanted to be sure you've covered all the bases. In answer to your question in post #4, I'd go for the aftermarket product. Not sure from where you're sourcing your part, but here's one as an example. https://www.obbstartersandalternator...00-p-4816.html

[RussL15]

Thanks. Appreciate the help.

[gsweaver7505]

i have the exact same issue. have you fixed it?

[artdf175]

ngsweaver
most of the time each event can be slightly different
what I might suggest is start a new thread
tell is what engine/year you have
and describe with as much detail exactly what you are expericing
Art

[RussL15]

gsweaver, FYI, the issue was fixed. New motor works fine.