Mercury – Spacer Kit for 4500 Series Dual Controls | Control Mounting Spacer | 889220A02

Overview

This spacer kit is one of those parts you usually find yourself ordering after the control is already mounted. Everything fits, technically, but once you move the handles you realize they’re a little too close for comfort. Maybe they brush the console, maybe they just feel cramped. This spacer lifts the whole dual control up about two inches, which is usually all it takes to make things feel right again. Simple fix. No cutting, no redoing the dash.

Key Features

 • Adds About Two Inches of Height – Gives the dual handles the clearance they need to move freely.
 • Built for 4500 Series Dual Controls – Intended only for Mercury 4500 dual-handle control bases.
 • Clears Tight Console Layouts – Helps avoid handle contact with the console or nearby panels.
 • OEM Spacer Fit – Matches the control base footprint so it bolts down flat and solid.

Engine & Boat Compatibility

 • Mercury 4500 series dual controls
 • Mechanical control systems
 • Dual engine console installations

Performance & Practical Benefits

Once this spacer is in place, the problem pretty much disappears. The handles swing through their full range without rubbing or stopping short. Shifting feels normal again, especially at idle where tight spacing shows up fast. It’s not something you think about afterward, which is usually the sign it did its job.

Why Buy OEM

OEM Mercury spacers are made to fit the control exactly. Hole spacing lines up, the height is right, and nothing rocks or twists once it’s tightened down. You could try spacing it yourself, but this keeps the install clean and avoids the trial-and-error part. Sometimes the factory solution really is the easiest one.

FAQ

Q1: When would I actually need this spacer?
A: When the dual control handles come too close to the console or hit something during movement.

Q2: How much height does it add?
A: Right around two inches.

Q3: Can this be used with single controls?
A: No, it’s designed specifically for 4500 series dual controls.

Q4: Does this change how the control shifts or feels?
A: No, it just gives the handles the room they need to move properly.

Q5: Is this something that wears out over time?
A: No, it’s a solid spacer with no moving parts.