Uflex C5X17 C5 Engine Control Cable for Mercury & Mercruiser, 17 Feet

The Uflex C5X17 is a C5 series engine control cable built for Mercury and Mercruiser applications, measuring 17 feet in length with a 3.75 inch (95 mm) stroke. It is designed as a drop-in replacement for compatible Mercury and Mercruiser control cable setups, transmitting throttle and shift movement from the helm control head to the engine or sterndrive. The cable uses an 18 laywire conduit construction to carry motion smoothly along its length while resisting kinking and binding during operation.

As part of the Uflex C5 control cable family, this cable is intended for use with compatible control head systems on outboard, sterndrive, and inboard applications. Uflex is a long-established manufacturer of steering and control systems for the marine industry, with products found as original equipment on numerous boat brands. Boat owners replacing a worn, stiff, or sticking control cable can use the C5X17 to restore accurate, responsive throttle and shift feel at the helm.

Specifications

• Brand: Uflex
• Manufacturer Part Number: C5X17
• Length: 17 feet
• Stroke: 3.75 inches (95 mm)
• Compatibility: Mercury and Mercruiser engines
• Conduit: 18 laywire conduit
• Weight: 2.1 pounds
• UPC: 702755012191

Fitment

• Mercury engines
• Mercruiser engines

Frequently Asked Questions

What length is the Uflex C5X17 control cable? The C5X17 is 17 feet long, as indicated by the X17 in its part number.

What is the stroke length of the C5X17 cable? This cable has a 3.75 inch (95 mm) stroke, which determines how far the throttle or shift mechanism travels when actuated.

Will the C5X17 work with my Mercury or Mercruiser engine? Yes, the Uflex C5X17 is built for Mercury and Mercruiser applications and is suitable as a drop-in replacement for compatible control cable setups on these engines.

Can this cable be used for both throttle and shift functions? The C5X17 is a C5 series engine control cable used to connect a compatible control head to the engine for throttle or shift actuation.

What type of conduit does the C5X17 use? The Uflex C5X17 features an 18 laywire conduit construction, designed to transmit motion smoothly along the length of the cable.

How much does the Uflex C5X17 weigh? The C5X17 control cable weighs 2.1 pounds.

Is the Uflex C5X17 suitable for outboard, sterndrive, or inboard boats? The C5 series cable, including the C5X17, is used with control head systems designed for outboard, sterndrive, and inboard applications.

Is the C5X17 an original equipment brand for marine control systems? Uflex is a manufacturer of steering and control systems for the marine industry, and Uflex products are found as original equipment on many boat brands, including the C5X17 control cable line.

Can the C5X17 replace a worn or stiff control cable? Yes, the C5X17 is suitable as a drop-in replacement for Mercury and Mercruiser applications, making it a straightforward option for replacing a worn or sticking control cable.

What is included with the Uflex C5X17? The Uflex C5X17 is supplied as a complete 17 foot engine control cable ready for installation between the control head and engine.

Does the C5X17 come in different lengths? The C5X17 designation specifies the 17 foot length version of the Uflex C5 control cable series; other lengths are offered under different part number suffixes.