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1999 Mercruiser 74 MIP Starts then dies

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chuck quick

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1999 Carver 365 Twin 7.4 Merc.

1999 Carver 365 Twin 7.4 Merc. MIP. Port engine starts and dies. Check fuel pump is OK. Fuel is OK. I cannot find a filter other then the fuel / water filter and it is OK also. Total engine hours 235. Any thoughts?
 
My mercruiser has an oil press

My mercruiser has an oil pressure activated fuel switch. No or low oil pressure = no fuel.

Yours may be the same.
 
"thanks phillip. oil is on the

"thanks phillip. oil is on the full mark. it may even be a half quart over, according to the dip stick."
 
"oil level has nothing to do w

"oil level has nothing to do with it (unless it's empty). Per Phillip's point, think there is an oil pressure switch that enables the FI. Would consult a manual and understand where the sensor is and either check olms or close the switch manually to see if that makes a difference."
 
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