{"product_id":"mercury-rc-side-mnt-15ft-8m0176290","title":"Mercury – Side Mount Remote Control, 8-Pin AMP | Outboard Control with Trim | 8M0176290","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"91\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eMercury – Side Mount Remote Control, 8-Pin AMP | Outboard Control with Trim | 8M0176290\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"96\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eThis control is meant for the smaller FourStroke Mercurys, and it feels like it. Simple, straightforward, and not overbuilt for what it’s doing. The trim switch is right on the handle, the harness plugs straight into the motor, and that’s about it. No adapters, no extra boxes, no wondering if you grabbed the wrong part. If you’ve rigged a few 8, 9.9, 15, or 20 horsepower FourStrokes, this one won’t surprise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eTrim Switch on the Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lets you bump trim without letting go of the control.\u003cbr data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"645\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"669\"\u003e8-Pin AMP Harness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fifteen feet of harness plugs directly into compatible engines.\u003cbr data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eDirect Connection Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e – No adapter harness needed on supported models.\u003cbr data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eMechanical Control Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth, predictable movement without anything electronic in the mix.\u003cbr data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eBuilt for Small FourStrokes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed around Mercury’s compact electric-start engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e • Mercury FourStroke outboards, model year 2005 and newer\u003cbr data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e • Eight and nine point nine horsepower FourStroke engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e • Fifteen and twenty horsepower FourStroke engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e • Electric start engines with power trim\u003cbr data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e • Mechanical control systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eOn the water, this control feels light and easy, which is what you want on smaller motors. Shifting at idle is clean and doesn’t feel stiff or touchy. Trim response is quick when you’re trying to fine-tune the ride or get the boat settled. The plug-in harness keeps rigging simple, especially on boats where space is tight and clutter shows up fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eOEM Mercury controls are built to match the engine wiring and cable layout exactly. That means the trim switch works right, connections stay solid, and you’re not chasing weird issues later. Everything fits the way it’s supposed to from the start. For small FourStroke setups, OEM just keeps things easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eQ1: How do I know this control will plug into my engine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eA: If you have a 2005 or newer Mercury 8, 9.9, 15, or 20 horsepower FourStroke with electric start and power trim, this control plugs in directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eQ2: Do I need an adapter harness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003eA: No, the 8-pin AMP connector connects straight to compatible engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eQ3: What throttle and shift cables does this control use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003eA: Some 8 and 9.9 horsepower FourStroke engines use GEN I cables, while other compatible engines use GEN II cables depending on model and serial range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eQ4: Is trim controlled at the handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003eA: Yes, the power trim switch is built into the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003eQ5: What usually tells me the control or cables need attention?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003eA: Stiff shifting, trim that hesitates, or trouble staying in neutral are common early signs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935154426147,"sku":"8M0176290","price":580.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV799296.jpg?v=1720534764","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-rc-side-mnt-15ft-8m0176290","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}