After power steering cylinder install, engine dies out at idle speed.

[jbutler67]

I have a 1988 Four Winns Horizon 200
OMC502APRGDP

Just finished replacing the power steering cylinder and actuator. During installation, the connector in the picture came apart. And since the install, I am experiencing the problem detailed below...

Trying to figure out if this connector (in picture) is somehow related?

Or if dust and debris from install fouled carb?

Problem:
Engine will turn over but then dies out at idle speed - 800 RPMs. If I throttle up to 1,000 or 1,200 RPMs, engine stays running. But, when i come backdown to idle (800 RPMs) the engine will stall. New spark plugs installed in May.

 

[jbutler67]

RE: Engine will turn over but then dies out at idle speed - 800 RPMs. If I throttle up to 1,000 or 1,200 RPMs, engine stays running. But, when i come back down to idle (800 RPMs) the engine will stall

I think I found the problem. It is on the carburetor. Specifically, on the automatic choke (heat choke) -- choke heat tube coming off the manifold. I will close this thread and start a new post in the right place.