{"product_id":"mercury-start-stop-switch-87-8m0117137","title":"Mercury – Dual Engine Start\/Stop Pad | Low-Profile Control Pad | 87-8M0117137","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"81\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eMercury – Dual Engine Start\/Stop Pad | Low-Profile Control Pad | 87-8M0117137\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"86\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eThis low-profile Start\/Stop pad gives dual-engine DTS boats a simple push-button way to fire up or shut down the engines while the keyswitches sit in RUN. It fits neatly into the helm and keeps the dash from feeling cluttered. In day-to-day use—docking, loading gear, or moving in and out of idle—it makes starting and stopping the motors feel quicker and more natural. Once you get used to it, it becomes second nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eDual-Engine Start\/Stop Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e – Push-button control for both engines.\u003cbr data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eLow-Profile Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sits clean and flush in the helm.\u003cbr data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eRUN-Position Use\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works with keys already turned to RUN.\u003cbr data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eDual-Engine DTS Application\u003c\/strong\u003e – For two-engine Digital Throttle and Shift setups.\u003cbr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eOEM Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e – Factory plugs that stay tight and reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003e    • Digital Throttle and Shift\u003cbr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e    • Dual engine\u003cbr data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e    • Single-station helms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eA Start\/Stop pad makes running twin engines feel smoother, especially when you’re bouncing between idle and maneuvering. You’re not reaching for keys each time, and the buttons give a steady, predictable response. It also helps keep the helm layout tidy, which makes everything easier to reach and understand at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eOEM pads fit the DTS system exactly the way Mercury designed it. The buttons hold up to vibration, heat, spray, and constant use, and the wiring stays solid. You get dependable performance without the guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eQ1: How do I know this is the right pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eA: If your boat runs twin DTS engines and you want push-button start\/stop with keys in RUN, this is the correct pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eQ2: Any calibration needed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eA: No—install it and the system handles the checks on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eQ3: Saltwater friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eA: Yes. Just rinse now and then and keep the connector clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eQ4: Any installation tips?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003eA: Mount it somewhere your hand naturally falls—near the throttle works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eQ5: What are signs it may need attention?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003eA: Soft or inconsistent button feel, slow responses, or signs of moisture behind the pad.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935702208803,"sku":"87-8M0117137","price":153.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV718882.jpg?v=1698794730","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-start-stop-switch-87-8m0117137","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}