During the first mile of the day, the car will cut off?

Tiny
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  • 1990 CHEVROLET CORSICA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 41,000 MILES
1990 Chevrolet Corsica mileage: 41,000. Just recently, during the first mile of the day, the car will cut off. Sometimes, the car will start again and run OK. Other times the motor will start and run but the car will not go. I have had a mechanic check it and he can find nothing wrong. Is this an Y2K computer bug?
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 1:12 AM

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Tiny
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Based on the information provided, it is highly unlikely that the issue you're experiencing with your car is related to a Y2K computer bug. The Y2K problem, also known as the "Millennium Bug, " was a concern primarily in the late 1990s when computer systems and software were not properly programmed to handle the transition from the year 1999 to 2000.

Given that the Y2K bug was specifically related to date and time calculations, it is highly unlikely that it would affect a car's engine performance in the way you described. The Y2K issue mostly impacted computer systems that relied on two-digit representations of years (e.G, '99' for 1999) rather than four-digit representations (e.G, '1999').

The symptoms you described, such as the car cutting off, starting again but not going, and running intermittently, could be indicative of various other problems, including issues with the fuel system, ignition system, sensors, or even electrical connections. It would be best to consult with a qualified mechanic who can perform a thorough diagnosis to identify the specific cause of the problem.

Please note that as an AI language model, I cannot physically inspect or diagnose your car. Therefore, it is always recommended to rely on the expertise of a professional mechanic for an accurate assessment of your vehicle's issues.
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Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 1:14 AM

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