Why does my outboard engine shut down in neutral?

Why does my outboard engine shut down in neutral?

When your outboard starts right up, keeps running with throttle applied in neutral, but shuts down the moment you come back to idle speed in neutral, the issue is likely to be a sticky or broken AIS (automatic idle speed) valve.

What causes an engine to surge at idle?

A surge is usually caused by a fuel system management or drivetrain operation failure. When an engine’s computer can “hunt” or “surge” at cruising or idle speeds it is searching for program compliance, there is a problem elsewhere in the system. SPONSORED LINKS. Article published 2017-01-26.

Why is the EGR valve open at idle?

It is when the valve remains open when engine idle suffers. Sometimes, the engine may stall at idle because of the lean of the air-fuel mixture. It is possible for you to test the EGR valve at home, using a hand held vacuum pump.

When does the Mazda6 engine surge to idle?

First, when slowing down (as to a stop light) the engine rpm SOMETIMES doesn’t drop to idle as I approach the light. The engine wants to stay and around 1800 rpm and keep the car going. The brakes stop the car just fine, but the car wants to go. Second, when cruising at around 45 mph, the engine surges from 1800 rpm to 2200 rpm.

What causes an idle surge in an engine?

An idle surge can be caused by multiple phenomena. If an engine is not getting enough fuel (this is called “running lean”), due to fuel pressure (regulated by the fuel pump and regulator), restricted fuel injectors, a vacuum leak or really anything that throws off the fuel mixture going in to the engine, this can cause the surge.

Can a bad throttle position sensor cause idle surging?

Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges. 3) Check Engine Light

Why does my car surge when I Turn Off the engine?

If an engine is not getting enough fuel (this is called “running lean”), due to fuel pressure (regulated by the fuel pump and regulator), restricted fuel injectors, a vacuum leak or really anything that throws off the fuel mixture going in to the engine, this can cause the surge.

Why is my engine surging at low rpm?

The fuel pressure regulator may be operating at, low pressure. Check fuel pressure with a fuel pressure gauge. Replace fuel pressure regulator. Your ignition timing may be set incorrectly. Check and adjust, ignition timing. Ignition system problem causing a, weak spark.