Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 16 Foot Mechanical Engine Control - 8M0082539. The Mercury Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable (Gen II) is built for mechanical control systems where refined feel and predictable response matter at the helm. Designed for Mercury Gen II mechanical control applications, it delivers a direct mechanical connection with noticeably lighter, smoother movement than standard control cables. The 16-foot length is ideal for longer routing layouts where cl