Mercury – 5 & 6 Engine DTS Electronic Remote Control with Trim | Remote Control | 8M0153980

Overview
This DTS control is built for boats running five or six engines, giving you a steady, predictable feel even when you’re managing a lot of power at once. The levers move smoothly, so small throttle bumps stay controlled instead of jerky or over-corrected. The buttons sit where your hand naturally reaches, which helps you stay focused on the water instead of the panel. With Active Trim already built into the control, the whole setup stays cleaner and easier to run on long days offshore.

Key Features
 • Multi-Engine DTS Levers – Delivers smooth, even throttle and shift response across five or six engines.
 • Throttle-Only Mode – Helps with warmups and careful low-speed maneuvering.
 • One-Lever Mode – Lets all engines follow a single lever when you want them working together.
 • Helm Transfer – Allows clean handoff between helms on multi-station setups.
 • Global Dimming – Softens panel lighting for night or low-light running.
 • Trim All Engines – Levels the boat quickly with one command.
 • Start/Stop All Engines – Handles engine commands from a single location.
 • Neutral Indicator Light – Confirms when the control is set cleanly in neutral.
 • Integrated Active Trim – Builds Mercury’s auto-trim directly into the control body.

Engine & Boat Compatibility
 • Digital Throttle and Shift
 • Five-engine
 • Six-engine
 • SmartCraft control system
 • Active Trim
 • Multi-station boats

Performance & Practical Benefits
Running five or six engines can get chaotic, but this control helps steady things down. The levers settle into small adjustments cleanly, which makes tight marina work feel far less stressful. Trim All gets the boat balanced quickly when you’re climbing onto plane, and the overall response stays calm even when wind or current is pushing you around. It’s a setup that keeps big offshore rigs feeling manageable instead of overwhelming.

Why Buy OEM
OEM DTS controls keep every engine and helm station talking clearly, reducing hesitation and mismatched response. Mercury’s calibration stays consistent over time, so the feel doesn’t wander from one season to the next. It’s the reliable choice for large multi-engine boats that need tight, coordinated control.

FAQ
Q1: How can I tell if my old multi-engine control is wearing out?
A: Uneven throttle feel, sticky shifts, or missed button inputs are usually early warnings.

Q2: Does this control need setup after installation?
A: Yes—there’s a short configuration step to sync it with the DTS system.

Q3: Can it handle saltwater use?
A: Yes, just rinse it regularly and keep up with normal helm care.

Q4: Anything to check before mounting it?
A: Make sure the console has enough depth for the wiring and the large control footprint.

Q5: What if Active Trim stops responding?
A: It’s often a GPS or calibration issue, and the system will fall back to manual trim until the signal returns.