Engine stalling?

Have you checked fuel pump pressure? Also, is the clicking coming from the idle air control valve?

I didn't know about the white smoke. That usually indicates a bad head gasket. You will need to check engine compression for that.

I don't know where you are, but most nationally recognized parts stores will lend or rent tools to you. Most just ask that you pay for the tool, and then you are refunded the full amount when you return it.

Let me know.

Joe

Is the check engine light on? Have your husband rule out the simple possibilities. Check the rear brakes to be sure something isnt broken. Be sure that you can spin the front wheels both directions by hand. Might be a trans problem

The cold weather brings out the worst in any electric or mechanical part. If you have low fuel pressure you will notice it more in the cold. If you have a sticking IAC motor on the throttle body, same thing. Also in 89, the computer for the engine was not very quick to store a code. It may be a good idea to clean and test your fuel system. A coolant sensor could also be off, yet store no codes. Your gouing to need someone to roadtest it cold. Try and bring it somewhetre and leave it overnight for the technician. Try to have an ASE certified tech. Look at it. Maybe some fuel dryer and additive may help. In 89, there were very few cars and vans that stored codes. It was one 'no code' after another. But you have some pretty high mileage, if you never had to replace your fuel pump, this may have something to do with it. And the idle speed motor can also stick, neither will store any code. They sell a nice fuel pressure tester. At the store. I got my eye on it. These gauges were 200 dollars in 89. If you need anything feel free. I would need to drive it to be sure. And know the engine size and history of repairs. Ok

Code 25 AIS MOTOR CIRCUITS Shorted Condition Detected In one Or More AIS Control Circuits

can you keep it running by raising the rpm

Its not drivable !
Check fuel pressure?
Let me know what you have for pressure

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You are very welcome
you dont have to buy the gauges most part stores will let you use it for a small deposit or fee
wish you best of luck

Hook-up a fuel pressure tester and monitor it if its within specs-start here to catch it if its a fuel pump problem

Change the Hall Effect Switch under the rotor in the distributor. Very common problem. Also called the pickup assembly.

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Change the Hall Effect Switch under the rotor in the distributor. Very common problem. Also called the pickup assembly. When it fails, the fuel pump will run for the initial one second after turning on the ignition switch, but it won't turn back on during cranking. You won't have spark either.

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