{"product_id":"merc-318","title":"Mercury MerCruiser OptiMax Linkage Retaining Clip - 54-475451","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver \u003cstrong\u003e54-475451\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine Mercury Marine OEM \u003cstrong\u003eretaining clip\u003c\/strong\u003e used in select Mercury, Mariner, and MerCruiser linkage, hose, and component-routing locations. This clip is used where the factory parts diagram calls for \u003cstrong\u003e475451 \/ 54-475451\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping secure small linkage rods, cable-related components, tubing, or routed lines so they stay correctly positioned under engine vibration and normal operating movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Mercury Marine factory OEM retaining clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury\/MerCruiser part number: \u003cstrong\u003e54-475451\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer part number: \u003cstrong\u003e475451\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent class: Mercury \u003cstrong\u003e54-series\u003c\/strong\u003e clamp, clip, and retaining hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGTIN\/UPC: \u003cstrong\u003e745061492387\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed shipping weight: \u003cstrong\u003e0.05 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed shipping dimensions: \u003cstrong\u003e1.38 in. 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H\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in select control linkage, hose-routing, oil-system, and engine-mounted retaining locations where specified by Mercury diagram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon application context includes select Mercury and MerCruiser assemblies by serial number and diagram location, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eMercury OptiMax \/ DFI outboard\u003c\/strong\u003e applications where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003e225 Sport XS, 225XS, 250 Sport XS, 250XS, and 300XS\u003c\/strong\u003e outboard assemblies where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003e3.0L DFI and 3.2L DFI\u003c\/strong\u003e outboard oil-system, linkage, or routing locations where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser 8.1L Inboard, 8.1L Inboard H.O., and 8.1L TowSport\u003c\/strong\u003e assemblies where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrottle, shift, oil-line, hose-retention, and routing positions that call for \u003cstrong\u003e54-475451 \/ 475451\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this clip only where the Mercury\/MerCruiser parts diagram specifically calls for \u003cstrong\u003e54-475451 \/ 475451\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by engine serial number, system diagram, and exact clip location before ordering. Mercury uses many similar clips, retainers, clamps, and routing fasteners across outboard and inboard assemblies, and the correct part depends on the linkage, hose, tube, or harness position shown in the factory diagram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this clip if it is missing, cracked, stretched, corroded, loose, distorted, or no longer holds the linkage or line securely. A worn or missing retaining clip can allow a rod, cable, hose, or oil line to move out of position, which may cause binding, chafing, leaks, poor throttle\/shift response, or service issues under vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall this clip in the exact position shown in the Mercury\/MerCruiser diagram. Inspect the related linkage rod, cable end, hose, tube, bracket, grommet, fitting, or routing channel while the clip is removed. Make sure the retained component is fully seated and moves freely where movement is required. For oil-system or fuel-adjacent routing locations, confirm the line is not kinked, rubbed, pinched, or routed against heat or moving parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e54-475451\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mercury\/MerCruiser formatted part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e475451\u003c\/strong\u003e — Manufacturer part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall retaining clips are easy to overlook, but they are often what keeps a linkage rod, hose, or oil line in the correct working position. 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