Switch interrupter/Cable problem/ignition module

Hi guys,
Short presentation first. I`m a Norwegian, 38 years old. Living in Norway but got a vacation home in Florida.
I see from the advices on this forum there are a lot more expertice here than at the norwegian forums, so I decided to give it a try. Must admit I am to be considered a newbie in the world of boating.

My gear:
1997 Bayliner 2052 Capri
Mercruiser 3.0LX # 0K179400
Part number for switch interruptor (87) 19752A 3 (no longer continued)

My problem:
The engine stalls when i go from Reverse/Forward into neutral. (Or going from forward directly to reverse and vice/versa).

After searching in here I figured it was a matter of adjusting the cables. Followed a good guide I found in here.

Now it shifts, but on occasion it still stalls the engine.
The idle rpm seemed a little low, so I adjusted it a bit higher.
That made the shift work properly 100%, but the sound it makes when shifting tells me the idle rpm is too high.
Adjusted it back down.

So here I`m sitting..

The cables seem fine, so does the interrupter switch.

From what I have read in different threads, the switch, cables and the ignition module are being mentioned.

Are there any experts in here that have any good ideas, I`d be very impressed. (and happy!)

Re: Switch interrupter/Cable problem/ignition module

The cable needs replaced. It's worn out, that's why the adjustment worked. It's just a matter of time before it starts doing it again. The fact that the engine dies is telling you the shift interrupt is doing what it's supposed to be doing.
Read this thread, it will help you understand the system a little better. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?p=1930449#post1930449

Re: Switch interrupter/Cable problem/ignition module

Don S said:

The cable needs replaced. It's worn out, that's why the adjustment worked. It's just a matter of time before it starts doing it again. The fact that the engine dies is telling you the shift interrupt is doing what it's supposed to be doing.
Read this thread, it will help you understand the system a little better. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?p=1930449#post1930449

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EXCELLENT DESCRIPTION Don. And just what I needed to help me understand the difficulty I'm beginning to have.

Thanks Bud.

Re: Switch interrupter/Cable problem/ignition module

Thank you Don,
I appreciate a straight forward answer.

By adjusting I got it to work better, but I am sure you are right about it`s gonna start messing with me again.
The cable is now scheduled for replacement at the workshop on august 17.

I`ll let you know afterwards if that did it. (But I guess you won`t be surprised..)

Thanks again for excellent help.

I`ll be back !