{"product_id":"mercury-wtr-pressure-kit-8m0145165","title":"Mercury – Analog Block Water Pressure Sender | DTS Engine Add-On | 8M0145165","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eMercury – Analog Block Water Pressure Sender | DTS Engine Add-On | 8M0145165\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"99\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eDigital engines offer a lot of information, but sometimes an old-school analog gauge is still the quickest way to keep an eye on cooling performance. The Mercury 8M0145165 Analog Block Water Pressure Sender gives DTS engines that option. It adds the analog water-pressure signal that mechanical engines already have, making it easy to run a traditional gauge at the helm without changing anything about how the engine operates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eAnalog Pressure Output –\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplies a clean analog signal for a standard water-pressure gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eDesigned for DTS Engines –\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for 3.4L V6 and 4.6L V8 DTS engines that lack the analog sensor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eFactory Feature on Mechanical Models –\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical versions already include this sensor from the factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eCooling Awareness –\u003c\/strong\u003e Lets the operator monitor block water pressure with a quick glance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eOEM Plug-In Fit –\u003c\/strong\u003e Installs using Mercury’s factory connectors for a straightforward setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eGauge Ready –\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with traditional analog water-pressure gauges used on many helm layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e3.4L V6 DTS Mercury outboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e4.6L V8 DTS Mercury outboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eAnalog water-pressure gauges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eSmartCraft-equipped DTS platforms wanting analog gauge output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eThis sender gives DTS engines the ability to run a classic water-pressure gauge—something many boaters still prefer for quick visual feedback. Analog gauges react instantly, making it easier to catch low-pressure situations when trimming the engine high or running in shallow water. With the sender installed, you get the same cooling awareness mechanical engines offer, but without altering the digital side of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eCooling-system sensors need to be accurate and durable, and Mercury’s OEM sender is calibrated specifically for these DTS engines. Aftermarket versions often drift or fail early, leading to misleading gauge readings. The factory sender fits correctly, communicates cleanly, and holds up in real marine environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003eQ1: When is this analog sender needed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2228\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003eWhen you want an analog water-pressure gauge on a DTS 3.4L V6 or 4.6L V8 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003eQ2: Do mechanical engines need this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eNo. Mechanical models already have the analog pressure sensor installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eQ3: Does this replace the digital water-pressure data?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eNo. It simply adds an analog output for a traditional gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eQ4: Will installing this change engine behavior?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003eNo. It only provides a signal for the gauge and does not affect engine operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eQ5: Where will I see the pressure reading?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eOn the analog water-pressure gauge you connect to the sender.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935191552291,"sku":"8M0145165","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV722213.jpg?v=1720534421","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/fr-ca\/products\/mercury-wtr-pressure-kit-8m0145165","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}