{"product_id":"mercury-ze-erc-st-blkred-8m0030501","title":"Mercury – Zero Effort Digital Control | Remote Control | 8M0030501","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"70\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eMercury – Zero Effort Digital Control | Remote Control | 8M0030501\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eThis Zero Effort control keeps things simple: one lever for shifting and one for throttle, each doing its own job without getting in the way of the other. The movement feels solid and predictable, which helps a lot when the boat’s moving fast or the water’s a mess. It’s built for performance setups that rely on DTS, whether you’re running race outboards or a high-powered stern drive. Once it’s mounted, you can run it mostly by feel, which is exactly what you want in a boat built to be pushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"594\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eTwo-Lever Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e – One dedicated shift lever and one throttle lever for clean, separate control.\u003cbr data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"720\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eDigital Throttle and Shift\u003c\/strong\u003e – Smooth, steady response whether you’re easing forward or opening it up.\u003cbr data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"864\"\u003ePerformance-Oriented Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suited for race rigs and high-speed stern drives.\u003cbr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eTop-Mount Layout\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fits cleanly on performance consoles and custom helm tops.\u003cbr data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eEasy Lever ID\u003c\/strong\u003e – Red knob for throttle, black knob for shift—quick to pick up at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e • Digital Throttle and Shift\u003cbr data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e • Race outboards\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e • DTS stern drives\u003cbr data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e • Performance boats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eOut on the water, the split-lever setup gives a very direct, honest feel. The throttle comes on smoothly, which makes it easier to hold a steady pace without constant adjusting. The shift lever has a clear, confident click, so you’re never guessing what gear you’re in. When you’re running hard, the simplicity of the layout makes everything feel calmer and more controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eOEM controls keep the DTS system talking clearly with the engine—something you really feel when the boat is under load. Mercury’s tuning stays consistent season after season, so the control behaves the same every time you go out. It’s the kind of reliability performance boaters tend to stick with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eQ1:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I know if this control style suits my setup?\u003cbr data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you like having throttle and shift separated—and you run a DTS performance rig—it usually feels natural right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eQ2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does it need setup after installation?\u003cbr data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, just a quick configuration to sync with the DTS system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003eQ3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will it hold up in saltwater?\u003cbr data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It will, as long as you rinse around the helm area and keep up with normal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003eQ4:\u003c\/strong\u003e What should I check before mounting it?\u003cbr data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure there’s enough top-mount space and a clean route below for the harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2580\"\u003eQ5:\u003c\/strong\u003e What if a lever starts feeling off?\u003cbr data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s usually a DTS calibration or wiring issue rather than a mechanical failure of the control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935478796579,"sku":"8M0030501","price":1824.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV489881.jpg?v=1698793681","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-ze-erc-st-blkred-8m0030501","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}