Description

Mercury MerCruiser Trim / Shift Cable Gen I – 15 ft – 8M0082488

Maintain smooth throttle and shifting performance with the Mercury MerCruiser Gen I Trim / Shift Cable 8M0082488. This genuine Mercury OEM Platinum Plus mechanical control cable connects the helm control box to the engine throttle or shift linkage, delivering reliable throttle response and precise gear engagement.

The 15-foot (4.6 m) cable length is ideal for boats with moderate helm-to-engine routing distances. Built with Mercury’s Platinum Plus technology, the cable features a lubricated inner liner, stainless-steel core, and UV-resistant outer jacket designed to withstand harsh marine environments while maintaining smooth control movement.

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Key Features

• Genuine Mercury Marine OEM Gen I throttle / shift cable

• 15-ft (4.6 m) cable length for standard helm-to-engine routing

• Platinum Plus design for smooth, low-friction operation

• UV- and abrasion-resistant polypropylene outer jacket

• Stainless-steel cable core for durability and flexibility

• Designed specifically for Mercury Gen I mechanical control systems

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Part Details

OEM Part Number: 8M0082488
Product Type: Mechanical throttle / shift control cable
Cable Length: 15 ft (4.6 m)
Control System: Mercury Gen I mechanical controls

Supersedes

• 897977A15

• 881103A15

• 877773A15

• 828921A15

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Compatible Mercury & MerCruiser Engines

Designed for engines equipped with Mercury Gen I mechanical remote control systems, including:

Mercury Outboard Engines

• Mercury 40HP and larger outboards using Gen I controls

• Mercury Two-Stroke outboards

• Mercury FourStroke outboards with mechanical control boxes

• Mercury OptiMax outboards

Mariner Outboards

• Mariner 40HP and larger outboards with Gen I mechanical controls

MerCruiser Sterndrive Engines

• MerCruiser Pre-Alpha drives

• MerCruiser Alpha One

• MerCruiser MR / R sterndrives

• MerCruiser Bravo sterndrives

These engines must use Gen I control boxes such as Mercury Commander or early side-mount controls.

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Function

The throttle and shift cable transfers movement from the helm control lever to the engine linkage, allowing the operator to control engine speed and gear selection.

Replacing worn cables helps:

• Restore smooth throttle and shift operation

• Reduce stiffness or delayed control response

• Improve maneuverability when docking

• Prevent control failure caused by cable wear

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Important Compatibility Note

This cable is designed only for Mercury Gen I mechanical control systems and will not fit newer Gen II (4000 / 5000 series) or DTS electronic control systems. Always verify your control type and required cable length before ordering.

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Shipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping.