I have a minnkota vantage 24 volt, 80lb trolling motor. it won't lower. everything works except it won't lower

SOURCE: Minn Kota 80lb 24V Trolling Motor

I had the same problem and found the oring/seal had let water into the motor. I believe it overheats or draws too many amps when wet? New seals fixed mine but I had to replace the bearing because it had been doing this for a while and the bearing had rusted out.

SOURCE: motor won't run

Look at the red indicator arrow when you hit the foot pedal. If it lights up, the motor should run. If not, inspect the splices under the top cover on the shaft. They will stop the motor if corroded or burnt.

Dean

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• Posted on Mar 17, 2009

SOURCE: Mounting a sonor/transducer on a MinnKota Riptide ST

Did the unit come with a strap to mount the transducer to a bow mount electric? Most units do... If not there is probably one available for the unit as an aftermarket accessory or accessory from the manufacturer... Regarding the transducer wire, just wrap and rout this up the front of the bow mount motor shaft so when you pull the motor up and secure it, it is not going to get in the way. You could cable tie the cord down near the bottom of the shaft and one up near the top where they wont interfere with the motor bracket when the motor is positioned up on the boat.

SOURCE: minnkota trolling motor prop removal

remove the nut and the prop will come right off. Just be careful not to loose the shear pin.

SOURCE: Why does my Minn Kota Vantage trolling motor act up.

If this is a foot control model, try cleaning the connection where it plugs up. I have cleaned mine but I still have to fidget with it every time to get it to work right.