87-858679T2 Aftermarket Mercruiser Power Trim Switch Assembly | Sawley's Select Marine Parts

🔧 Product Description

Aftermarket MerCruiser Power-Trim Switch and Harness Assembly - Part Number: 87-858679T2

Momentary UP/DOWN switch assembly installed in the remote-control handle. The integrated harness sends trim commands to the engine or trim-pump relay circuit.

⚙️ Key Features

• Momentary two-direction trim control

• Integrated marine wiring lead and connector

• Handle-mounted replacement assembly

• Controls both running trim and trailer/tilt movement where supported

• Direct-fit only for the specified remote-control generation

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain:

• 87-858679T2 → Current/late switch-harness reference

• Earlier control-specific numbers must be confirmed from the remote-control diagram

OEM / Related Numbers:

• 87-858679T2

• 858679T2

• REC87-858679T2

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents:

• Recmar: REC87-858679T2

• Aftermarket MerCruiser handle switch/harness assemblies

🚤 Compatibility

Commonly used on:

• MerCruiser remote-control handles using switch 858679T2

Typically suits:

• Engine / drive models:

• MerCruiser panel/side-mount remote controls whose parts diagram specifies 858679T2

• Alpha and Bravo propulsion packages controlled through the matching handle

• Mechanical-throttle control systems with the same trim-switch connector

• HP Range: Control/drive application; not horsepower specific

• Engine / Drive Type: Remote-control trim-command switch and harness

• Year Range: Control-model dependent, principally late-1990s-2000s

• Serial / Identification Range: Confirm the remote-control model and connector; do not select by sterndrive model alone.

🔌 Function

Closes the low-current UP or DOWN command circuit, causing the appropriate relay or solenoid to energise the trim motor.

Common signs of failure or replacement requirement:

• No trim response from the control handle

• Only UP or DOWN operates

• Intermittent response when the button is pressed

• Cracked switch cap or water entry

• Open circuit or corroded connector pins

📦 Condition

• Brand-new aftermarket replacement part

• Supplied as a new replacement component

• Supplied in suitable retail or equivalent packaging