{"product_id":"mercury-latch-hook-180402","title":"Mercury Latch Hook 180402","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eMercury 180402 is a genuine OEM \u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"142\"\u003elatch hook\u003c\/strong\u003e used on a wide range of small Mercury and Mariner outboard applications. Parts listings identify it as \u003cstrong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e180402 LATCH HOOK\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the fitment range strongly suggests it is used in cowl \/ latch assemblies where secure hood retention matters. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"439\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eGenuine Mercury Marine \/ Quicksilver OEM part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"518\"\u003ePart number \u003cstrong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"516\"\u003e180402\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eIdentified as \u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eLatch Hook\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eSmall replacement hardware for selected outboard latch \/ cowl systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eLightweight OEM service part, commonly listed at about \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"694\"\u003e0.03 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e in dealer inventory data. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"787\"\u003eThis latch hook is associated with many Mercury \/ Mariner small outboard families, including selected \u003cstrong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e6 HP, 8 HP, 9.9 HP, 10 HP, 15 HP, XR10, Marathon, Sea Pro, and Viking\u003c\/strong\u003e applications across multiple serial ranges. Exact fitment should always be confirmed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eengine model and serial number\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003ePlease confirm compatibility in the Mercury Parts Catalog using your exact engine serial number before purchase. Mercury’s official catalog is organized by model and serial number for accurate parts lookup. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eReplace this part when the original latch hook is bent, broken, worn, corroded, or no longer holds the cowl securely. Because it serves a retention role in the latch system, a damaged hook can lead to loose or poorly secured cowling fitment. This is a practical service inference based on the part name and application context. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eInstall only the exact latch hook specified for the engine being serviced. Small latch components can vary by cowl design and serial range, so matching by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003epart number and serial-number-based diagram\u003c\/strong\u003e is the safest approach. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eAlternate \/ Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e180402\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eNo confirmed superseded part number was established from the sources reviewed. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eLatch hardware is easy to overlook until the cowl stops closing or holding the way it should. Replacing a worn hook with the correct OEM part helps restore proper engagement and keeps the engine cover secured the way Mercury intended. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563838996516,"sku":"180402","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/b24f55b2-3c9f-4fbc-a891-ecceec146cc6.png?v=1775778504","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/mercury-latch-hook-180402","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}