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2000 Chrysler Sebring

Tiny
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MY CAR CUTS OFF, WHILE DRIVING. Takes 3-5min. Before it will crank back. When trying it turns over but, won't crank. It also, does the same thing after sitting but, doesn't do it all the time. It's like it's not getting gas or some kind of spark, because it will turn over but, not crank.
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Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 AT 4:05 PM

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Tiny
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Cranking and turning over are the same thing. Does the starter spin the engine? Do you hear one kind of loud clunk each time you turn the ignition switch to "crank"? If so, it should crank if you cycle the ignition switch enough times.

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Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 AT 2:19 AM
Tiny
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Forgot about the cutting off. If the engine stalls while you're driving, suspect the camshaft position sensor first, and the crankshaft position sensor next. Typically the Check Engine light will turn on, but even if it isn't, there should be a diagnostic fault code stored in the engine computer. Many auto parts stores will read them for you for free. They will lead to the circuit or system with the problem, not necessarily the defective part.

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Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 AT 2:31 AM

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