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Garmin Force Trolling Motor Won’t Steer

If the Force Trolling Motor will not steer, check the following: 

Verify pedal / remote / plotter are paired to system and try to turn.

  • Hear any noises while it doesn’t turn (i.e. gear grinding)?

    • Yes

    • No

      • Check power to the system

        • Check for proper voltage and proper gauge of wire, see Installation Instructions)

        • Charge the batteries up to full capacity

        • Load test or connect to amp meter to verify battery is holding optimal amperage capacity upon full charge

      • Restore defaults and with trolling motor in the water and fully deployed, repeat pairing procedure for remote, foot pedal (and chartplotter; optional). See Owners Manual

      • Check the Force system status light Force Status Icon (see related content)

      • Update software (see related content)

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