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When a car won't start or stalls, there is one of three core problems typically:
1) Spark, ignition, electrical
2) Fuel, delivery, mix, supply (mix includes air)
3) Compression
You need fuel into the cylinders, you need a spark to ignite the fuel air mixture and you need compression to capture the energy released when the fuel air mixture ignites.
When trouble shooting a problem you should move from easy to hard.
Are the spark plugs gapped right, not worn and clean? Are the spark plug wires free of cracks on the insulation and not worn? Is the battery holding a charge? Is the voltage regulator operating properly? Does the ECM module need an update from the factory (is there a TSB on stalling)
Is the fuel injection pressure running normally? Is the air filter clean? Is the fuel filter clean? Are you using the right gas? Is the throttle cable, and idle settings correct? Is the emission system operating properly including having the proper catalytic converter in place and the right amount of back pressure to support proper ignition.
Do the cylinders pass a compression test? Is the head gasket leaking? Is the head gasket failed? Are the valves seating properly? Are the heads cracked?
Long list, but if you start simple (air filter, plugs, wires, etc etc.) you may self-diagnosis and save a lot of money.
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What causes a stick shift car to shut off?
Hold down the clutch when sitting still or going too slow for that gear.
Does a car have momentum when it's sitting still?
No
What Causes sitting in the car for more than 2 hours with an engine running?
traffic
Does your car use gas when you are sitting still?
If the engine is running it is using fuel.
Why do my Car stalls went sitting still?
if you do have gas in the car then it could be the idle control valve. it stops the engine from stalling when the car is stationary
Why is it called a drivethrough if you have to stop?
because you are still sitting iny our car instead of walking you are driving
What causes the transmission in your 1997 4 wheel drive Nissan to knock when you let off of the clutch?
a chipped tooth on a gear need a little more info like is car sitting still in neutral knocking or moving e mail me
What causes the repossession of a car?
If you do not want your car repossessed, then you need to keep up with the payments on your car. If you are behind on payments, then your car could be taken away from you legally.
Car will not start after sitting for months in driveway. Just put new battery in car and it cranks good but still will not turn over. how do you get car to start?
Could use some more info such as year and model of car and how many months it has been sitting. There would also be a different approach if the car is carburated or fuel injected, points or electronic ignition.
What causes left hand tightness with a numb feeling?
Could be a pinched nerve from your sitting/typing position, either carpal tunnel syndrome or simply bad arm position when sitting at the computer, driving a car, or performing work.
What Makes Car Shake When Sitting Still?
Misfire or bad motor mounts most likely but as with any problem there are other possibilities.
Name a place kids have a hard time sitting still?
church, movie theater, school,waiting room,car, restaurant
