5.7 Mercruiser Running after shut off

summerslam

Cadet
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Aug 21, 2002
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My engine continues to spurt for 10 -15 seconds after I shut key off. What causes this and what can I do to rectify it?
 

denniz

Senior Chief Petty Officer
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Re: 5.7 Mercruiser Running after shut off

The engine needs to idle below 800 rpm or so. If its idleing to high it will run on. throttle cable tension will normally fixit if its adjusted right. Also check air idle adj. make sure your not running too rich.
 

Trent

Captain
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Nov 17, 2001
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Re: 5.7 Mercruiser Running after shut off

Try a higher octane fuel, check the timing and even a decarb in the fuel. Get this fixed!! Run on can lead to water intrusion and engine damage.
 

Bigmo83

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Aug 4, 2002
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Re: 5.7 Mercruiser Running after shut off

My boat was doing the same thing. Preium gas helped. Just had my timming adjusted, sensor and sensor assembly replaced, seems to have fixed the problem.
 
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