Minn Kota Terrova, Operating Instructions and Features Plus Trolling Motor Buying Tips

The Minn Kota Terrova is a top selling trolling motor with the ever popular spot lock feature. In this video you will see how it stows and deploys plus an explanation of the lift assist mechanism. Trolling motor buying tips on thrust, shaft length, and battery selection will help purchasers take advantage of the “layering your clothing in winter time” analogy. A trouble shooting tip is also included. Learn more about the popular and reliable Minn Kota Terrova in this video.

[@marmac2768]

After doing all kinds of research on the internet, I got the Terrova, 12V. 55 thrust and 45 shaft. I think that it will pull my 17 foot Nitro pretty well as I had a Motor Guide with a 40 pound thrust and that pulled it very well. I am going to have it mounted in the next couple of days and really look forward to trying it out. It's got a few more "bells & whistles" than I need, but I hope to learn how to get it to work. I think that the Spot Lock feature will really be a help the way that I fish. I bought it mainly for the Auto Pilot. When I lived in Florida, in the 90's, I had an AP motor and LOVED it!! I just bought a used boat and this was the next BIG step on "tricking it out" like I wanted to. Thanks!

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

That’s exciting, you will love spot lock!

[@raymster8450]

Steve, Another great video. Thanks, now off to watch some more, prepping for good weather next week.

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Thanks Raymster

[@d.coleman828]

As always very informative. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Thank you, your kind words are very much appreciated.

[@infinitesolutions2602]

Alhamdulillah. Great.

[@ross7684]

Thanks for the Terrova video though the two voice levels was quite distracting. A little audio editing to bring all the audio to one level would be appreciated. I have a new boat on the way which will have a 80#, 60" Terrova Link MDI motor that I'm planning to network with a console and a bow Helix. It will be a huge upgrade from my current 33 year old boat and motor with two 30 year old Humminbird fish locators so I'm trying to learn everything I can about the new system before I take possession of the new boat.

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Thanks for the suggestion Ross, I had to do a few voiceovers so the hum of the boat show crowd would have been eliminated.

[@terryschreck3038]

You should include instructions on replacing the depth collar, I'm on my third one since I installed my terrova 2 months ago

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Which Terrova model did you get?

[@terryschreck3038]

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 24volt 80lb thrust, 45"

[@user-oq9bc1xm3g]

I added a lift assist to my riptide terrova that didn’t come with one. I have the I pilot, 112 36v. Can I use the existing depth collar or do I need to purchase a different collar? Thankd

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

I am not familiar with adding a lift assist to a Riptide Terrova. Try the link below and let me know what the answer was please and thanks. We can learn together. minnkota-help.johnsonoutdoors.com/hc/en-us

[@DavidHenzig]

Thanks for the video. Is the Minn Kota Terrova I Pilot (Not I Pilot Link) compatible with the Hummingbird Helix 9 MDI+ GPS G4N CHO?

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

If you have a built in transducer it will work. You can’t control trolling motor with Helix since it’s not a link.

[@ajsmercantiletacklebox8668]

Can you tell what valve I need to connect my Garmin 106SV to my Minn Kota Terrova with the built in US2 Transducer.

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Universal Sonar 2 Adapter is what you’re looking for and there are 3 Garmin options. MKR-US2-1 for Garmin MKR-US2-12 for Garmin Echo MKR-US2-14 for Garmin 8 pin I am not completely familiar with Garmin units so hope the information above helps.

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

I did a little more research on the MinnKota site, according to chart it’s the MKR-US2-14. It says it also requires Garmin 8 pin transducer to 12 pin sounder adapter cable with XID, Garmin part # 010-12122-10 sold separately. From what I read that’s what you need.

[@vaschier72]

Hi thank to you, what is the difference of the two remote control you show

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

IPilot Link remote is touch screen, I-Pilot remote is not touch screen.

[@vaschier72]

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 ok thank to you, and it is the touch screen it is better than the button remote, or is just for a link terrova model, thanks again

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Touch screen comes with the Link trolling motor. Both remotes work well.

[@alanbontumasi5078]

Lift assist option? Also the bottom looks different than the one I just purchased. Can anyone explain?

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

This year’s model did not have the same lift assist mechanism. I am not exactly sure why it changed but it did.

[@P.G._FPV]

My Terrova is an older model and my heading sensors light blinks Red instead of blue do you know if that is fine or should it light up blue? Thanks

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

According to what I understand from a friend who had an older Terrova, red blinking is standard. If your jog feature is working, the heading sensor is functioning properly.

[@P.G._FPV]

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 thank you. It is working

[@stevepage8508]

Steve, I installed my new terrova. I have a promariner 3 bank battery charging system on it. 2 for fhe trolling motor, 1 for the starting system. Charging system show all batteries at full charge. The 24 volt batteries are hooked up correctly to the manual. I still have my battery meters at red on the terrova. what is my issue ?? Thanks Steve

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

I would check for the voltage reading at the plug to make sure you’re getting the proper voltage to that point. If you’re getting the proper voltage to the motor, you might want to contact Minn Kota support to get their opinion.

[@stevepage8508]

​@@stevechiassonfishing5876 It should be green correct ?? Looking at the picture on download manual it look like it red ??

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

I looked at the manual. It says the only time the battery meter is accurate is when the motor is off. Yes by the looks of the picture it looks like the battery fills up red when it is fully charged. The manual says 4 lights indicate fully charged. I don’t have a Terrova so I can’t drift that here 100% but from what I read that certainly is the case. I am so used to “green” indicating fully charged that is my brain thinks 😊

[@stevepage8508]

​@@stevechiassonfishing5876 Thanks for time Steve

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

You’re quite welcome Steve, thanks for your comments. I am more up to date on the battery test meter so it helped me too to look at the manual.

[@jackcarrig7047]

My propeller is not spinning? Fix? Also my test button only works some time. Fix? Thank you

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Hi Jack, if your prop isn’t spinning, check your power supply. Assuming you have good battery power, check to see there isn’t something wrapped in your prop shaft. If it’s mechanical, a warranty Center will be able to assess your motor and give you more information about your prop and test button.

[@jackcarrig7047]

@@stevechiassonfishing5876 thanks it ended up being the column lock wasn’t engaging but test is still not working. Not sure why

[@user-pf2vp8wv1i]

How to unlock the controler?

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Can you clarify what you mean by controller? Do you mean the I pilot link controller in the top head of the trolling motor?

[@user-mz1rm2yz3z]

What is the price on a Is travol

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

If you mean Terrova, price varies depending on what you get.

[@deborahguidry4154]

WHY DOES IT NOT START

[@stevechiassonfishing5876]

Explain?