{"product_id":"merc-14","title":"Mercury - Oil Pan Reinforcement - 14257","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Oil Pan Reinforcement 14257 is an OEM-style reinforcement component used with compatible Mercury\/MerCruiser oil pan assemblies. It helps provide support at the oil pan mounting area and should be matched by exact part number and engine serial number before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury\/MerCruiser oil pan reinforcement component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed with compatible oil pan assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps support proper oil pan mounting and sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest matched by exact part number, engine model, and serial number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for service work where the original reinforcement is damaged, missing, or being replaced during oil pan repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed on select Mercury\/MerCruiser engine applications. Fitment should be confirmed using the engine serial number, oil pan parts diagram, and original part number from the assembly being serviced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMercury and MerCruiser oil pan components can vary by engine family, block style, production year, and serial-number range. Always verify 14257 against the engine serial number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the oil pan reinforcement if it is bent, cracked, corroded, missing, or no longer supports the oil pan mounting area correctly. It is also commonly checked during oil pan gasket replacement, oil pan removal, or lower engine service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect the oil pan, gasket surface, fasteners, and surrounding mounting area before installation. Clean all sealing surfaces and follow Mercury service procedures for torque sequence and gasket placement. Do not reuse damaged or distorted reinforcement hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelated Mercury\/MerCruiser reference: 14257. Confirm any suffix, supersession, or updated replacement number by engine serial number before substitution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOil pan parts can look simple, but small differences in pan design and mounting hardware can affect fit. Matching by serial number and parts diagram is the safest way to avoid gasket leaks or incorrect hardware during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563837554724,"sku":"14257","price":53.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/e68c966e-8f96-4c83-96e3-47e8c962c7d0.png?v=1779387724","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-14","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}