{"product_id":"mercury-aeu-side-mount-remote-control-amp-connector-aeu-15-ft-harness-fits-my2005-newer-8-9-9-15-20-hp-fourstroke-outboards-8m0103451","title":"Mercury – Side Mount Mechanical Control Box, Non-Trim | Mechanical Throttle and Shift Control | 8M0103451","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eMercury – Side Mount Mechanical Control Box, Non-Trim | Mechanical Throttle and Shift Control | 8M0103451\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eThis is a straightforward side mount mechanical control built for smaller Mercury FourStroke outboards that don’t use power trim. It’s the kind of control you install once and then forget about because it just works. The non-trim handle keeps things simple, clean, and predictable at the helm. Ideal for skiffs, tiller conversions, and compact consoles where reliability matters more than extra buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eNon-Trim Control Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for engines without power trim to keep operation simple and direct.\u003cbr data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"657\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eIntegrated Fifteen Foot Harness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Allows direct engine connection without an adapter harness on supported models.\u003cbr data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"779\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eMechanical Shift and Throttle Action\u003c\/strong\u003e – Delivers direct, cable-driven control with a natural feel.\u003cbr data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eSide Mount Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mounts cleanly to consoles or side panels for compact helm layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e• Mercury FourStroke 8.9 horsepower\u003cbr data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e• Mercury FourStroke 9.9 horsepower\u003cbr data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e• Mercury FourStroke 15 horsepower\u003cbr data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e• Mercury FourStroke 20 horsepower\u003cbr data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e• Mechanical control system\u003cbr data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e• Electric start, non-trim engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e• GEN I control cables\u003cbr data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e• GEN II control cables\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e• SAE PR control cables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eOn the water, this control feels steady and predictable with no excess play in the handle. Throttle engagement is smooth, and shifting stays clean even after long days of stop-and-go running. There’s nothing electronic to lag or confuse the feel, which makes docking and slow-speed maneuvering more natural. It’s a practical setup for boaters who value simplicity and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eOEM controls are matched to Mercury throttle curves and shift geometry, so everything moves the way the engine expects. Cable travel stays correct, communication stays clean, and long-term wear is predictable. That’s why techs trust OEM when reliability matters over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eHow do I know I need a non-trim control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eIf your engine does not have power trim, this handle eliminates unused trim switches and wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eDoes this control require calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003eNo calibration is required for mechanical throttle and shift systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eIs this suitable for saltwater use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003eYes, when properly installed and maintained like any standard mechanical control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eIs installation complicated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eInstallation is straightforward for anyone familiar with mechanical control cables and side mount boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2616\"\u003eWhat happens when a control like this starts to fail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003eYou’ll usually notice stiffness, delayed throttle response, or rough shifting before complete failure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935289725219,"sku":"8M0103451","price":455.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/8m0103452_5.jpg?v=1698792796","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-aeu-side-mount-remote-control-amp-connector-aeu-15-ft-harness-fits-my2005-newer-8-9-9-15-20-hp-fourstroke-outboards-8m0103451","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}