{"product_id":"switch-assembly-87-12886a6","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Oil Sensor Switch | Engine Monitoring System | Marine-Grade Electrical | 12886A6","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Oil Sensor Switch | Engine Monitoring System | Marine-Grade Electrical | 12886A6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"113\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"131\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eWhen you spend enough time on the water, you learn to trust the quiet things — like a warning light that comes on when it should. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eMercury Marine 12886A6 Quicksilver Oil Sensor Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of those parts that quietly does its job, protecting your engine without ever calling attention to itself. Built for select \u003cstrong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eMercury and Mariner 30–250 horsepower TwoStroke outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, it monitors oil pressure so you can focus on running, not worrying. It’s a small part that adds a big layer of confidence every time you start your motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"704\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"719\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitors engine oil pressure and activates warning systems when levels drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"870\"\u003emarine-grade electrical components\u003c\/strong\u003e for corrosion resistance and accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eDesign Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, durable housing built to \u003cstrong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eMercury Marine OEM specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e for exact fit and reliable signal transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides precise, real-time pressure readings for consistent engine protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eEase of Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Installs easily using standard tools with plug-and-play wiring design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eselect Mercury and Mariner 30–250HP TwoStroke\u003c\/strong\u003e outboards, including Jet, SeaPro, BigFoot, Marathon, EFI, and carbureted models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eFits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eMercury and Mariner 30–250HP TwoStroke outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eJet, Marathon, SeaPro, BigFoot, EFI, and carbureted\u003c\/strong\u003e engine configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eCommon on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003ebay boats, pontoons, runabouts, and small offshore rigs\u003c\/strong\u003e that depend on steady oil flow for reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eIdeal for both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003efreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eYou’ll never see this part working, but you’ll appreciate what it does every time you run your boat. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003e12886A6 Oil Sensor Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures your engine’s warning system gets the right information, alerting you instantly if pressure drops. That split second of notice can make all the difference between a quick fix and a costly rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003eThe sensor’s durable marine-grade design resists corrosion, vibration, and high heat — all the challenges that come with real boating. Once installed, it delivers accurate readings trip after trip, helping your engine run strong and protected. It’s one of those “install it and forget it” parts that quietly safeguards everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2942\"\u003eOil pressure sensors are one of those components where precision matters most. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eQuicksilver 12886A6\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2697\"\u003egenuine Mercury Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed specifically for your outboard’s oil monitoring system. Aftermarket sensors might look similar, but even small variations can cause false readings or unreliable warnings — something you never want to second-guess while on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"3254\"\u003eWith an OEM sensor, you’re getting the correct calibration, the right materials, and a fit that seals perfectly. It’s built to withstand the same salt, spray, and heat as the rest of your Mercury engine. 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