dies out

1992 TOYOTA CELICA
12,300 MILES
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BERSYL671
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hello. my car when i come to a complete stop it dies out. replaced spark plugs dist. cap wires already. when i start it its fine. it dies out when i come to a stop or when im driving. but it will start up right away. what seems to be the problem. Thanks 2carpros.
Mar 18, 2012 at 2:58 AM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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Here is a diagnostic walk through for your situation. Just follow the link belwo.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls
Mar 18, 2012 at 2:59 AM
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KHLOW2008
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A likely fault with the idling system and most commonly caused by air restriction due to dirty throttle body and IAC. Try cleaning them and retest.
Mar 18, 2012 at 4:20 AM
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