Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Shift Cable Assembly 8M0176523
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Mercury MerCruiser / Quicksilver Shift Cable Assembly – 8M0176523
Ensure smooth and reliable gear shifting with the genuine Mercury Marine / Quicksilver 8M0176523 Shift Cable Assembly. This OEM lower shift cable connects the engine shift mechanism to the sterndrive, transmitting movement from the helm control to engage forward, neutral, and reverse gears in the drive unit.
Manufactured to Mercury Marine’s original equipment specifications, the cable features a layered internal construction designed for smooth operation and long service life in harsh marine environments, even in temperatures below 0°F.
Key Features
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Genuine Mercury / Quicksilver OEM shift cable assembly
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Lower shift cable connecting engine shift linkage to the sterndrive
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Provides smooth forward, neutral, and reverse gear engagement
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Layered cable construction for durability and smooth operation
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Built to perform reliably in extreme marine environments
Part Details
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OEM Part Number: 8M0176523
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UPC: 745061589483
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Product Type: Lower shift cable assembly
Supersedes
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865437A02
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Also cross-references: 815471A3, 815471A6, 43432A2, 19297A3 and other earlier cable numbers depending on application.
Compatible Mercury MerCruiser Drives
Commonly used on MerCruiser Bravo sterndrives, including:
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Bravo I
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Bravo II
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Bravo III
Typically fits drives with serial numbers 0B664190 and newer, depending on configuration.
Function
The shift cable transfers movement from the helm shift control and engine linkage to the sterndrive gear selector. When the operator shifts the control lever, the cable moves the shift mechanism inside the drive to engage the appropriate gear.
Important Compatibility Note
Shift cables vary by drive model, shift system design, and serial number range. Always verify compatibility using the engine or sterndrive serial number before ordering to ensure the correct replacement cable.
Shipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 3–4 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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