car stops completely while driving at high speeds

1999 CHRYSLER CIRRUS
169,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FAIFIE5
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car stops while driving but then wont start right away, but will start after sitting for a time
Dec 22, 2010 at 6:34 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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When this happens, have you been able to check for spark and fuel to the engine? One will be missing. My first guess is a bad crank sensor, but I can't be sure without knowing if you lose spark. Has the check engine light ever stayed on?
Dec 27, 2010 at 3:17 AM
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