Sierra Power Trim Relay – Mercury & MerCruiser | 47-5729
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Sierra Power Trim Relay – Mercury & MerCruiser | 47-5729
Restore full power trim and tilt function to your Mercury outboard or MerCruiser sterndrive with this Sierra replacement power trim relay. This 12V relay controls the direction of the trim/tilt motor — allowing the engine or drive to tilt up and down on command. When the relay fails, the trim system typically stops responding in one or both directions, making it one of the first and most cost-effective components to check before replacing the trim motor itself.
Compatible Applications
- Mercury outboard engines with power trim/tilt systems
- MerCruiser sterndrive applications with power trim systems
- Replaces Mercury OEM: 87-859217A1
- Refer to Sierra’s current application guide to confirm fitment for your specific engine model and year
Key Features
- 12V relay controls trim motor up/down direction
- Built to OEM specifications for reliable switching performance
- Direct-fit replacement design
- Compact and lightweight for easy access installation
Parts Desk Insights
When a Mercury or MerCruiser power trim stops working in one direction — or stops entirely — the trim relay is the most common culprit and the lowest-cost fix to try first. Before replacing the trim motor, swap the relay and test. It’s a straightforward diagnosis: if the trim works after replacing the relay, you’re done. If not, the trim motor or pump is the next step. For the Johnson/Evinrude equivalent, see the Sierra Power Trim Relay for Johnson / Evinrude (47-5705). If you’ve confirmed the relay is good and need the trim motor itself, see the ARCO Heavy-Duty Tilt/Trim Motor for OMC Outboards or browse our full range of tilt/trim motors for your application.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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