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    Hey guys,

    where are you guys mounting your module under the cowling on the 4 stroke pro xs?
    Occasionally it randomly disconnects while running I’m wondering if I have mine in a bad spot.
    The cord is only so long can’t really reach to the front and any where else it ca. Go it’s in the way of the hooks for the cowling when you go to put it back on.

    side not does merc have a recommended location to mount it?

    thanks in advance
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    I was having the same issue with mine, so I attached it to the Starboard side of the plastic cover that is on the back of the engine. You have to be careful not to snag it when taking the cowling on and off, but since I moved it to that location it has not disconnected once for me.

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    Mine was a waste,would not stay connected either.Moved mine to under the console.Problem solved.
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    Quote Originally Posted by swamprat View Post
    Mine was a waste,would not stay connected either.Moved mine to under the console.Problem solved.
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    This may be your best option.

    If you leave the 10-pin connector out of it's retainer, you can route the harness to exit the STB side of the electrical plate cover, and bring it up over the top (starboard side) of the engine to secure it to the Crankcase Vent Hose.


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    Can you post a picture of this location?
    Quote Originally Posted by EuropeanAM View Post
    This may be your best option.

    If you leave the 10-pin connector out of it's retainer, you can route the harness to exit the STB side of the electrical plate cover, and bring it up over the top (starboard side) of the engine to secure it to the Crankcase Vent Hose.

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    Quote Originally Posted by swamprat View Post
    Mine was a waste,would not stay connected either.Moved mine to under the console.Problem solved.
    Don can fix you up with the parts.
    same for me, get the parts from Don to move it.
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    Here are the 2 images i found in the Facebook Vessel View group. I can't attest to if it works as i have not bought a Vessel View yet but posting what i found.
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    Thanks!!
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    Here are the 2 images i found in the Facebook Vessel View group. I can't attest to if it works as i have not bought a Vessel View yet but posting what i found.
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    Been slammed with work sorry for not replying sooner! Thanks!!! Going to try that location. I did confirm with Phoenix that I have… hell I forgot what it’s called, but whatever it is is ran to the ignition switch I can tie it in there just need one piece. But I’m gonna try that top of motor location first. I’ll report back Sunday I’ll be on water all weekend for a tourney.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dam0007 View Post
    Hey guys,

    where are you guys mounting your module under the cowling on the 4 stroke pro xs?
    Occasionally it randomly disconnects while running I’m wondering if I have mine in a bad spot.
    The cord is only so long can’t really reach to the front and any where else it ca. Go it’s in the way of the hooks for the cowling when you go to put it back on.

    side not does merc have a recommended location to mount it?

    thanks in advance
    If you want to pm me an email or cell number I can send you pics of mine on my 200 Pro XS 4 stroke. I have sent these pics to several members who used the same routing to solve the problem.
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    Is your way of routing different from the way that FESTO's pics show?
    Quote Originally Posted by 1Holeshot View Post
    If you want to pm me an email or cell number I can send you pics of mine on my 200 Pro XS 4 stroke. I have sent these pics to several members who used the same routing to solve the problem.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 1Holeshot View Post
    If you want to pm me an email or cell number I can send you pics of mine on my 200 Pro XS 4 stroke. I have sent these pics to several members who used the same routing to solve the problem.
    Curious about this as well. Can you post the pictures here so that others can reference this information?

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    #13
    Here's what I've found works well (and provides a little extra harness to get the bluetooth module up high):

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    Awesome... thank you.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rgbtr196le View Post
    Curious about this as well. Can you post the pictures here so that others can reference this information?
    Old man not up to speed on posting the pictures but can email them to you and you can post them. Just pm me your email.

    I have sent them to two people on here in the last couple of days by email. If any of you want to post my pictures that I sent to you I don't mind. If you want to include the source that would be nice.
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    This new location on top worked! Not a single disconnect in 3 full days on the water. Obviously it disconnects when motors off for awhile but not once while running.

    thanks again guys!!!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by 1Holeshot View Post
    Old man not up to speed on posting the pictures but can email them to you and you can post them. Just pm me your email.

    I have sent them to two people on here in the last couple of days by email. If any of you want to post my pictures that I sent to you I don't mind. If you want to include the source that would be nice.

    If they're suitable let's make them available here. Email me the pictures and I can post them for you.


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