{"product_id":"merc-1027","title":"Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver — Choke Rod Clip — 89668","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Choke Rod Clip 89668\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClip 89668, also listed as Mercury service number 54-89668, retains the choke rod in select carburetor choke-linkage assemblies. If the choke rod will not stay connected, check the retaining clip and linkage before replacing larger carburetor components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect carbureted 5.0L and 5.7L MerCruiser V8 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect 350 MAG Alpha applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect carbureted 7.4L and 8.2L MerCruiser V8 and MIE inboard engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect 454 MAG Bravo and 502 MAG Bravo applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoverage depends on engine serial number and carburetor or choke configuration. Confirm number 89668 on the applicable choke-linkage parts diagram; displacement alone is not enough to establish fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand references: Mercury Marine, MerCruiser, Quicksilver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 89668; full service number: 54-89668\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: choke rod retaining clip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem: carburetor choke linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiagram quantity: one per applicable assembly, not a package-quantity claim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAvailability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part is listed as no longer made or available in the catalog data. Check current stock availability before ordering; a diagram listing does not establish that the part can still be supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eService Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace a missing, bent, loose, or corroded clip that does not retain the choke rod securely. Inspect the rod and linkage for wear and follow the applicable Mercury service instructions when installing the clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this clip fit every carbureted MerCruiser V8?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Match the engine serial number and choke assembly diagram to service number 54-89668.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Securing a compatible choke rod during carburetor linkage service. \u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selecting a clip by engine displacement alone or replacing the entire choke assembly without checking the retaining clip. \u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the carburetor configuration, engine serial number, and exact diagram callout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563909316644,"sku":"89668","price":2.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/513f1e0e-a6f0-484a-a88f-90c489bedf23.png?v=1790274093","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-1027","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}