The engine quits running when the engine warms up

1992 BUICK CENTURY
100,000 MILES
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CODERSUSAN
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I have a 1992 buick century. I replaced the ignition control modular and coil pack. Could it be a sensor?
Nov 15, 2011 at 9:42 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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When it dies, you need to check to see if the engine is getting spark and the proper amount of fuel. Once you do that, then you can focus on a specific component.
Nov 15, 2011 at 9:47 PM
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It gets spark & fuel. It dies when it's warm. Sometimes it will start in an hour and sometimes overnight.
Nov 15, 2011 at 10:18 PM
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Sorry - no spark but fuel. Same others apply.
Nov 15, 2011 at 10:23 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Okay, if it loses spark and won't restart, it is an ignition system issue. The first thing that I would start with is the crank sensor.
Nov 15, 2011 at 10:37 PM
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Will the temperature sensor or the oil pressure sensor cause it to die?
Nov 15, 2011 at 10:40 PM
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Can the crank sensor be tested on vehicle?
Nov 15, 2011 at 10:42 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I believe your vehicle will shut down if the oil pressure is lost. As far as the crank sensor, I recommend remove it and have a parts store test it for you.
Nov 15, 2011 at 11:12 PM
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