{"product_id":"mercury-tvm-lite-w-rc-8m0191738","title":"Mercury – Electric Steering TVM Lite Kit for Rig Center | Steering System | 8M0191738","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"89\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eMercury – Electric Steering TVM Lite Kit for Rig Center | Steering System | 8M0191738\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"94\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"603\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eThis TVM Lite kit gives Mercury Racing 450R rigs the hardware needed to run electric steering, whether you’re using Joystick Piloting or a non-joystick setup. It’s built for boats rigged with a rig center and gives each actuator what it needs to communicate cleanly with the steering system. The kit keeps the wiring straightforward and avoids the patchwork approach that causes steering glitches. Once installed, the wheel feel is smoother, more controlled, and easier to trust around docks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"629\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eTVM Lite Electric Steering Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Core hardware for electric steering on 450R rig-center boats.\u003cbr data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"733\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eJoystick or Non-Joystick Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supports both JPO and traditional electric steering setups.\u003cbr data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"835\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eOne Per Actuator\u003c\/strong\u003e – Each steering actuator requires its own kit.\u003cbr data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eIncludes Thrust Vector Module\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supplies the steering system with the proper control logic.\u003cbr data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eTVEM Lite Harness + Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides the wiring and mounting pieces needed for clean rigging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e • Mercury Racing 450R\u003cbr data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e • Electric steering actuators\u003cbr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e • Rig center installations\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e • Joystick and non-joystick electric steering\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e • SmartCraft network\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eOn the water, this kit helps the steering system stay predictable and smooth, especially during low-speed work. The TVM keeps the actuator signals steady, which cuts down on that “twitchy” feel some boats get at idle. With the right harnessing in place, small wheel inputs feel more natural, and docking becomes less of a guessing game. It’s a noticeable upgrade if you run a 450R on a rig-center setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eOEM modules and harnessing make a big difference in electric steering. Everything plugs in the way it should, the system stays in sync with Mercury’s calibration, and you avoid the random electrical quirks that come with off-brand parts. It’s the cleanest and most reliable way to rig a 450R with electric steering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eQ1:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I know if my 450R setup needs this kit?\u003cbr data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you’re rigging electric steering on a 450R with a rig center—joystick or not—this is the required kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003eQ2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do I need one kit or multiple?\u003cbr data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One kit per steering actuator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eQ3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this okay for saltwater?\u003cbr data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—just keep the connectors clean during routine washdowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003eQ4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anything to check before installation?\u003cbr data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure the rig center has room for the TVM assembly panel and that the wiring path is clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eQ5:\u003c\/strong\u003e What if the steering feels uneven after install?\u003cbr data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e That usually points to calibration or a separate wiring issue, not the TVM Lite kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935117758755,"sku":"8M0191738","price":376.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV912120.jpg?v=1720535145","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-tvm-lite-w-rc-8m0191738","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}