Car dieing

Tiny
MICHAEL ROSE
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  • 1988 FORD TEMPO
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
While driving down the road no warning the car will just quit running, like you turn off the ignition, but the ignition is still on?Can you tell me what the problem is? It sometimes will start right back up, but the last couple of times I've had to have it jump started?
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 AT 3:52 PM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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Check the charging system at most autoparts stores for free.

Next check the ignition module, also free (but must be removed from car).
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Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 AT 3:57 PM
Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Get the charging system checked. Could be due to bad alternator resulting in battery not being charged to require the jump starting.

When the engine stalled, note if the dash indicators lights turns on. If not, it could be a faulty igintion switch.
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Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 AT 3:59 PM
Tiny
MICHAEL ROSE
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Thank You you've been a great help. I was told that by someone here locally, but, wanted to be sure, again THANK YOU.
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Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 AT 4:38 PM
Tiny
FIXITMR
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Could ALSO be as simple as a bad coil wire or coil! These cars are notorious for this!
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Thursday, November 18th, 2010 AT 2:55 AM

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