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Car Stalling Problems
When your car’s engine stops when it’s in idle or is accelerating, then your car has stalled. Almost all stalling problems stem from poor fuel-gas mixture, out-of-tune fuel injection or fuel contaminants.
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I am having exactly the same problem with my 1991 Corsica this weekend. I have read elsewhere that the crank position sensor can do this so my mechanic has started to take it out when it broke in two. He needs to remove the oil pan to push it out from inside now. The other possibility is the EGR valve however I wont know that until after the crank sensor replacement. PS not I'm not a pro but I will let you know in a few days. Answer the crank angle sensor on 3.1 and 2.8Liter V6's is prone to damage from stones and mud flinging up from tires in 4x4's and wears out and fails quite easily apparently. My COrsica had the very same problem last week and this repair did the trick and the car runs like new. When replacing crank sensor, it helps to apply heat to the sensor, not a little heat but do not melt it. The "O" ring sets up and makes it nearly impossible to pull out without breaking......leading to more problems than you bargain for. Once loose gently twist back and forth and pull at the same time gently. This helps alot. Ours had the same problem, turned out to be the ignition coil pack, located under the exhaust manifold, gets hot, opens up, cools down runs fine!
EDIT: Catalytic Converter as most of the problems listed here are.
Why would a 2000 Maxima se stall when at a stand still?
If there are check engine light codes, take it to AutoZone for a free analysis.
If there are no check engine codes, the main suspect is the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. Go to AutoZone, buy CRC brand MAF cleaner in a gray spraycan. Remove the MAF connector. Remove the MAF. Do not touch the internal parts of the MAF with anything! This is important, no brushes, no fingers, nothing (if you touch it, you break it). So with MAF out, you'll see a silver area or a thin wire. Spray well, then let dry for about 2 hours or so (let dry really well). reassemble everything. Start up and stalling should not happen anymore.
So, if the MAF cleaning does not solve it. You might try removing and cleaning the IACV.
Sometimes cold stalling can be caused by a vacuum leak. Take a really close look at any hoses that may be cracked and leaking air. I once found a pin size hole which kept causing my engine to stall, I cut the end with the pin hole off, reattached the hose and all was well.
Good luck, reply back whether the advice worked or not.
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How do you fix check engine light code P0172?
P0172 = System to rich (bank1). Year, make and engine would help us help you better.
How do you fix error message on CD player on 2004 ford explorer Eddie Bauer?
My CD player on a 2001 Ford Taurus would so "no" when you tried to do do any function on the CD player. I had the battery replaced in the car and the CD player started to work. I have found other referances to ford CD players where the power had to be removed from the radio and that reset the error and it would work find after that
Could cold wind on highway make your car stall for a second?
A cold wind should have no effect on the car engine.
Is the dealer responsible for used car repairs in the first few days after the sale?
unless you have a written and signed warranty, used cars are sold AS IS and there is no expressed warranty on a used vehicle
It's not a misfire, it's torque converter shudder, and sometimes it can be fixed with a fluid change or a chemical additive.
Would a IAC sensor make a car stall while driving?
When driving the IAC does not do anything because the car is not at an idle
Why would a Chrysler town and country van stop running while driving?
Defective fuel pump would be the most likely cause, but it can be other things.
Why does your 1989 Chevrolet caprice start up but stalls when it is put in gear?
check your fuel filter and also your spark plugs.
Jeep Comanche stalls won't restart no sound like its trying to start any ideas?
Could be a number of things. First check if its a fuel problem.Are you out of gas? Sounds dumb but I have seen this too many times before. Carefully put a couple ounces of fuel in the engine air intake. If it starts and runs for a few seconds, its a fuel problem, check clogged filter, fuel pump. Todays cars are so complicated you typically need a "Good manual" like Mitchel try your library and check the troubleshooting section. If you aren't getting any spark you've several choices, depending on the year of the vehicle. Pickup-coil, crankshaft position sensor, ignition coil.
Why would the idle be so low and make car shut off?
If it is a fairly new car that is controlled by a computer, it is most probably the idle control valve. Other possibilities can be a bad fuel filter, pump or fuel pressure regulator.
Why does a car stall as soon as you turn it on?
Without any information (year, make, model, engine size, symptoms, etc etc...) I'm really guessing here. Possible ignition problem, possible security system issue. One idea is to check on the dash and see if the security light is on and if it is then it's off to the dealer for repair & reprogram. The security system aside, three things come to mind, but this is, like the first , just general stuff. It could be a fuel problem. Clogged filter, pump problem or fuel pressure regulator problem. It could be a "set up" or "tune up" problem, which has a lot to do with the control of the aforementioned fuel system - and the ignition system - which is the second area where the problem may be. Lastly, a big vacuum leak could allow the vehicle to start and then die as it is trying to come up to idle. (The leak allows the negative pressure in the intake to suck too much air past the carb - if that's the kind of setup the vehicle has.
What can cause a car to shut off?
it can be different things but u can start checking with IAC or the fuel
Where is the camshaft position sensor for a 2002 Mitsubishi galant?
The camshaft position sensor on a 2002 Mitsubishi Gallant is located behind the rear camshaft bearing. It constantly updates the vehicle' computer about the status of the camshaft.
Your car runns good there you turn it off and try to start it it does not fire up?
Starter needs cleaning.
ok i have a '91 miata and cannot figure out why it is hesitating when i push the gas... it seems to do it all/mostly when i am going uphill. i have tried changing the throttle both up and down some, i read on another question about the tps? what is this? i think it has something to do with the fuel but i don't know what. i have a turbo and intercooler... don't know if this will help. are there any tune ups i can do that might help with this problem? AND btw i recently had to change the water pump and the timing had to come off. when i put the timing back on it might be off one or two teeth but idk!! PLEASE HELP
Why would a 87 300zx idle smooth but when accelerator is pressed it shutters and and then stalls?
i have the same problem. i have good fuel pressure and new filter. it could possibly be related to airflow sensor or vacuum lines.
Solved this problem with new spark plugs/wires and a new distributor cap, about 100 bucks for parts If a lot of water gets sucked up into the filter box, the paper filter will get wet- effectively choking the engine out of air. Check it out in the rain some Night, In the night you can see if there is blue spark over your engine. It could be cracked ignition wires coming from the spark plugs to the ignition coil/distributor Check the distributor cap and make sure all the spark plug holes are clean. If they are clean and it still does it try replacing the cap anyway. Nissan updated distributor cap and distributor. Try replacing cap first (much cheaper).
What would cause a Mitsubishi 3000 GT to stall when you turn on the AC?
The AC pump is bad. When the AC is turned on the pump tries to turn, because it is bad the extra strain on the motor causes it to stall. Be carely this can break or through a belt. In short its like putting a "brake" on your motor.
My 1994 Lexus sc400 keeps cutting off when I am about to slow down or stop the car?
YOU"RE USING CHEAP GAS DUDE>>>>Use factory specification premium gasoline...When she runs rough like that pretty sure it's the continued use of cheap gas..
J. Rob
What would cause a car to decelerate while driving?
It is important to maintain speed while driving, unless coming to a stop. A car would decelerate if there was not enough fuel or electricity to keep the car running.
What causes a car is make loose metal sounds underneath when driving slow?
I drive a 96 mustang,and was told that the 1990-2000 model's body is made from sheet metal and on bumps,or a dirt road it will make rattling sounds. Your exhaust pipe is another explanation if it is loose.
How many spark plugs are on a Isuzu rodeo engine?
This all depends on the engine application in the vehicle. Some manufacturers offer different motors on different models. My bet is that it has either 4 or 6. It is not real hard to tell. Just look carefully for the coil pack that has wires going to each spark plug. In some vehicles like Mitsubishi the plugs are well concealed in the top of the valve cover with cover caps so look carefully.
