What to do if your engine keeps running after you turn off the ignition?
If your engine keeps running after turning off the ignition key, try to troubleshoot and repair the fault as soon as possible. Dieseling can cause serious engine damage if the problem worsens. Check the different systems and components as outlined above.
Why does my bike starter keep cranking even after I Turn Off the engine?
Starter keeps cranking even after engine is turned off.. When I try to start my bike the starter will sometimes keep cranking and the only way to make it stop cranking is to disconnect one of the battery leads.
Why does my car keep running after I turn?
Carbonized spark plugs can lead to engine overheating and dieseling. Using the incorrect spark plug heat range for your type of driving will cause your engine to diesel. If you recently replaced your spark plugs, make sure you installed the ones recommended by your car manufacturer.
What should I do if my car wont start after turning it off?
There’s probably close to a mile of wiring in your car, and with the harness being changed out, you may have some major sleuthing in head of you until you find all the problems. Rely as much as you can on the computer diagnostic codes for clues.
What should I do if my engine won’t start?
You should see a bright spark jumping the gap in the spark tester. If you don’t see a spark, repeat the test. This time, adjust the spark tester to 30KV. If you still don’t see a spark, repeat the test and set the tester to 10KV. If this time you see a spark or no spark, you have a problem with the ignition system.
What to do if your car starter keeps cranking?
Appears the starter pinion does not retract once the engine starts. I had a similar problem a few weeks back on my car. Replaced the starter and all was well. You can whack it with a hammer, but it’s not a solution and dangerous to be under the car while the engine runs.
Why does my car keep running after I Turn Off the ignition?
Running-on is when the engine continues to turn after you’ve switched off the ignition because the fuel /air mixture is being ignited by a hot-spot in the combustion chamber.
What does it mean when your car won’t restart?
And–most important of all–does “won’t restart” mean that the starter fails to activate when you turn the key, or does it mean that the starter cranks the engine but the engine does not start and run on its own? Since it’s intermittent and unlikely to be tested while malfunctioning, I would guess ignition module or crank position sensor.
Can a car still start when the ignition is out?
Yes, ignition SWITCH. In the interim, when you notice the car still running, try just wiggling the key to see if it moves the switch enough to shut off. Plan now to replace the switch. Most customers in the shop do not realize that the KEY CYLINDER is not the ignition SWITCH.
Can a car fan still run after the engine is turned off?
Then you notice the engine cooling fan is still running even though the car is turned off. It is ok for the engine cooling fan to keep running for a few minutes after turning off the car. Your car fan will run for a few minutes after you turn off the car then turn off. This is normal in many vehicles, such as BMW or Mercedes-Benz.
Can a bad ignition switch cause a fire?
Bad ignition switches have been known to cause fires, so get this taken care of quickly. Yes, ignition SWITCH. In the interim, when you notice the car still running, try just wiggling the key to see if it moves the switch enough to shut off. Plan now to replace the switch.
Why does my car run when the ignition is turned off?
With the ignition turned off and the car continuing to run, simply remove the plug from the alternator (DO NOT TRY AND REMOVE THE BATTERY POWER WIRE FROM THE POWER STUD!) and the car should shut off if the alternator is creating the problem. If it does not stop running, your feedback problem is coming from something other that the alternator.
What happens to the engine when the key is off?
New models all use electronic fuel injection, which shuts down when the key is switched off. Without fuel going to the cylinders, there can be no running on. Carburetors, however, will continue to supply fuel as long as the engine is turning over.
Why does my hot rod engine not turn off?
Since this is so intermittent my suggestion may not apply, but not turning off can be from an electric fan back feeding the ignition or from a alternator that need a diode in the line to prevent back feed to the ignition system I have had both give me problem. On my 327 with an electric fan the engine seems to run on till the fan comes to an stop.
Why does my alternator run when I Turn Off the car?
Generally, an OEM harness will not have the problem of alternator “run-on”, as there is usually a resistance wire in the dash harness to keep this from happening. Solution: To figure out where the problem exists, start the car and with the key in the ON position and the car running, turn off the key.
What happens when you remove the key from the ignition?
Car Engine Doesn’t Turn Off When Removing Key or Pressing STOP It is a strange problem to have a car that won’t turn off when you remove the key from the ignition or press the Engine Stop button. Your engine will continue to run even when you remove the key from the ignition because the fuel pump is not shutting off.
Why does my car keep running after I remove the key?
Here are the most common problems that cause the engine to keep running even after removing the key from the ignition or press the STOP button. The ignition module may fail, or if your car is equipped with an Engine Push to the Start button, the Keyless module could be the culprit.
Why does my car engine keep running after I shut it off?
Engine Overheating. If your engine appears to continue to run after shutting it off, engine overheating may be the cause behind it. Pay attention the to temperature gauge while driving. If it goes higher than normal, this could be the problem.
If your engine keeps running after turning off the ignition key, try to troubleshoot and repair the fault as soon as possible. Dieseling can cause serious engine damage if the problem worsens. Check the different systems and components as outlined above.
Engine Overheating. If your engine appears to continue to run after shutting it off, engine overheating may be the cause behind it. Pay attention the to temperature gauge while driving. If it goes higher than normal, this could be the problem.
What does it mean when your car won’t turn off?
It can be very frustrating when it doesn’t. If the engine continues to run just as before you turned it off – as if you hadn’t turned it off at all – your ignition and fuel system are not shutting down. In that case, your car has an electrical problem that needs to be addressed.
What to do when your car does not stop running?
If it does not stop running, your feedback problem is coming from something other that the alternator. If you are using an aftermarket ignition unit, check to see if there is a fix available that includes a diode to put in line on the ignition feed to keep their system from back feeding into the ignition switch.