Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 14 Ft SAE Mechanical Control Cable 8M0082586. The Mercury Platinum Plus throttle and shift cable is designed for Mercury mechanical control systems that use SAE-style connections when additional routing length is required without excess slack. The 14-foot length is commonly used on wider helm layouts where smooth cable routing helps preserve consistent control feel. Platinum Plus construction delivers smoother, more refined movement than standard