Mercury – Side Mount Remote Control, 14-Pin | Outboard Control with Trim | 8M0176287

Overview

This is the side mount control Mercury started using once the 14-pin harness became standard, and it shows. Everything plugs in the way you expect it to. The trim switch sits right on the handle, which feels natural once you’re running, especially when you’re constantly bumping trim to keep the boat happy. The long harness helps too. You’re not stretching wires or coming up short halfway through the rigging job.

Key Features

 • Handle-Mounted Trim Switch – Trim control stays right under your thumb while you’re running.
 • Fourteen-Pin Deutsch Harness – Fifteen feet of harness gives you room to route things cleanly.
 • Direct Engine Connection – Plugs straight into supported engines with no adapter needed.
 • Gen II Cable Setup – Designed around Gen II throttle and shift cables.
 • SmartCraft CAN Lead – Includes a two-pin CAN connection for SmartCraft systems.

Engine & Boat Compatibility

 • Mercury outboard engines, 2006 and newer
 • Non-DTS outboards
 • Twenty-five to three hundred horsepower range
 • Mechanical control systems
 • Gen II control series

Performance & Practical Benefits

Once it’s installed, this control just stays out of the way. Trim is easy to manage while getting on plane or slowing back down. You’re not reaching, you’re not thinking about it. The longer harness makes rigging less frustrating, especially on wider consoles. After cable adjustment, everything feels smooth and consistent.

Why Buy OEM

OEM Mercury controls are built around Mercury wiring and cable geometry, not guesswork. Connections fit the way they should, trim response stays consistent, and SmartCraft works when it’s wired correctly. Over time, that means fewer surprises and less time chasing electrical issues.

FAQ

Q1: How do I know if this control will work with my engine?
A: If your Mercury outboard is 2006 or newer, non-DTS, and uses a fourteen-pin connector, this control plugs in directly.

Q2: Do I need an adapter harness?
A: No, it connects directly to compatible engines.

Q3: What cables does this control require?
A: Gen II throttle and shift cables are required.

Q4: Does this support SmartCraft?
A: Yes, it includes a two-pin CAN connection for SmartCraft systems.

Q5: Is anything else required for SmartCraft to work?
A: Yes, a two-pin resistor, part number 893388A01, must be purchased separately.