Hydroelectric shift problems

[pcazzola]

I have a 69 Johnson Hydroelectric shift and motor(# 85ESL69). I finally got my motor started but when it started it was in full bore forward even though the stick shift was in neutral. How can i get it to have r and N. he boat sat for awhile and im tring to go fishing but at this point if im in the water i have to be pointed out at the lake or ill just take off!! A very novice boater needs your help!!

 

[Drowned Rat]

Re: Hydroelectric shift problems

Hi USMCGUY. Use the search feature to look for hydroelectric shift problems in the Johnson, Evinrude Problems Forum. This exact issue has come up a number of times and all the information you need can be found there. If you still have problems after that, let us know. Good luck.

 

[JB]

Re: Hydroelectric shift problems

Moving to Johnson troubles.

 

[gary11756]

Re: Hydroelectric shift problems

USMCGUY<br />Do u still have a problem, Write back and i have a few easy test to with a 12v tester.does your control box have a warmup lever or buttons.

 

[Walker]

Re: Hydroelectric shift problems

Try to stop the prop with a brrom stick. Sometimes a prop will turn just from the inertia in the L/U

 

[karrick]

Re: Hydroelectric shift problems

I wouldn't advise trying to stop the prop with a broomstick. My '71 60hp had the same problem and I found a bad shift switch. If I would have stuck a broomstick in the prop I would at least be minus a broomstick and possibly an arm. Let us know if you have other probs.