Description
Mercury SmartCraft Connect 8M0173704 is a genuine Mercury Marine Level 3 connectivity kit for a single SmartCraft engine with an under-cowl installation. It integrates VesselView engine information with compatible Garmin and Raymarine multifunction displays and adds wireless access through the Mercury Marine app.
Key Features
- Single-engine SmartCraft Connect gateway for direct under-cowl installation
- Displays supported engine data, alerts, fuel flow, trim, RPM, temperature and other VesselView information on a compatible multifunction display
- Provides NMEA 2000 connectivity plus Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for setup, updates and Mercury Marine app features
- Allows maintenance tracking and engine-data sharing with a preferred Mercury dealer through the app
- Plug-and-play connection to the engine SmartCraft network; includes the under-cowl termination configuration
Compatibility
Designed for compatible single-engine Mercury and MerCruiser SmartCraft applications, including many 40 hp and higher engines from model year 2004 and newer, many 25 hp and higher engines from model year 2022 and newer, and select Avator electric outboards. Compatible display models and minimum software versions vary. Verify compatibility using your engine serial number and display model before ordering.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Mercury Marine
- Part number: 8M0173704
- Product: SmartCraft Connect, Under Cowl, Single Engine
- Connection: SmartCraft / NMEA 2000
- Wireless: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
- UPC: 678633133237
- Package dimensions: Approximately 8.75 × 8.00 × 1.75 in.
- Package weight: Approximately 0.46 lb.
- Country of origin: United States
Installation and compatibility should be confirmed with a Mercury dealer or the applicable Mercury installation documentation. NMEA 2000 network components and compatible display may be required and are not necessarily included.


