Car just shut off without any warning

Tiny
BCMULLEN95
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  • 2003 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
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My daughter was driving at freeway speeds and the car just shut off. Replaced the fuel pump, still does not start. Timing belt has about 500 miles on it. Not sure what to check for.
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Monday, December 2nd, 2019 AT 3:27 PM (Merged)
Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

The code is for the crankshaft position sensor. It may have failed.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

When you crank the engine, does the tachometer move up a little?

Roy

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Monday, December 2nd, 2019 AT 3:27 PM (Merged)
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JJMUYAU88
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I started the car and off I go, 5 minutes later while accelerating on the 4th gear, the car gradually losses power and stalled. Previously, it happen like once a month but for the past three days it happen once a day. Before this I can start the car again after waiting about 5-10 mins. However last night the car would start but immediately dies off and stayed like that for one hour. I was only able to get the car running this morning. I would be really greatful if I can get help from here. Cheers!
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Monday, December 2nd, 2019 AT 3:27 PM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Is the Malfunction Indicator Light showing?

When engine could not be started, you need to test and find out what is missing to understand what could be wrong. such problems could be due to a faulty fuel pump or it controlling circuit like a bad relay.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Above link explains what to look for when you are not able to start.
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