Place the control handle in the throttle-only position. Push “In” on button and place control handle forward. Throttle-only but- ton can now be removed. If button cannot be re- moved with fingers, use a small screwdriver and pry out gently.

Are all Mercury outboard controls the same?

Fairly common. All depends on how much money you want to spend. The new Gen 2 hardware should all be backwards compatible with your engine. I personally like the Teleflex Extreme cables more than the Mercury standard cables, but they do cost more (usually).

How do I test a Mercury outboard power pack?

How to Test a Mercury Power Pack

1. Note the routing and connection points, then disconnect the primary wire or wires from the ignition coil.
2. Select the resistance scale on the multimeter.
3. Repeat the process to ensure that you only probed the proper wires and connectors if tests are out of specification.

What is the trailer button on my boat shifter for?

The trailer button will lift it all the way up, for trailering. When in the water, you need to lower it all the way. Then as you accelerate you can raise it some to find the sweet spot on plane.

How do you adjust the throttle link on a Mercury outboard?

Throttle Adjustment

1. Loosen the throttle cable adjuster jam-nut with the wrenches. Extend or contract the adjuster until the cable moves the throttle to the idle position.
2. Push the control lever forward to the “Forward idle” position.
3. Pull the control lever back, through neutral, into the reverse idle position.

What is DTS on Mercury outboard?

Mercury Marine’s DTS (Digital Throttle and Shift) takes the performance of your boat to the highest level and makes putting the motor into gear a lot smoother and less clunky. Compatible on many of the larger Mercury outboards, DTS is a whole new experience for single-engine boats.

How do you rev a Mercury outboard in neutral?

In-Gear Release Button. By pressing the in-gear release button, the operator can increase the throttle without shifting into gear, allowing the engine to rev in neutral.

How do you adjust a Mercury throttle control?

Does your Mercury outboard remote control box need a lube?

Boaters may take their Mercury outboard controls and the cables connected to them for granted, but that remote control box needs the occasional “lube job,” not just to keep things moving smoothly, but to keep moisture from causing problems and weakening parts.

How do you fix a mercontrol control panel?

Remove the nuts and bolts securing the control housing to the mounting panel. Remove the cover. Clean all metal parts with acetone and air dry them. Replace all nylon bushings, plastic washers, nylon pins and wiring harness retainers that appear worn or damaged from the Mercontrol Repair Kit.

How do you clean a mercontrol repair kit?

Remove the cover. Clean all metal parts with acetone and air dry them. Replace all nylon bushings, plastic washers, nylon pins and wiring harness retainers that appear worn or damaged from the Mercontrol Repair Kit. Inspect the plastic housing for cracks or other damage that may allow moisture to enter.

Are control boxes overlooked?

Control Boxes are way over looked when it comes to maintenance. A Box as yours was can send people looking to replace cables and all sorts of things. Glad you found the virtues of control box maintenance! I know this thread is old, but this thread ended my 3 days of agony!