Car started to cut off while driving two days ago

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Based on your description, it sounds like the crankshaft position sensor is going bad. Take a look at this link.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

When it does not start, I need you to check for spark to the plugs. Here is a link that shows how to do it:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

If there is no spark, my first suspect is the sensor. Here are general directions for replacing one:

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

Here are the directions specific to your vehicle. The attached pictures correlate with these directions.

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REMOVAL - 2.0/2.4/2.4L TURBO

Fig. 9 pic 1 Crankshaft Position Sensor Location

The Crankshaft Position Sensor is in the front of the engine block just under the starter motor.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise vehicle and support.

Fig. 10 pic 2 Structural Collar And Bending Strut (Automatic Transaxle Equipped)

3. Remove the Structural Collar, refer to the Engine, Structural Collar Removal and Installation.
4. Unlock and disconnect the electrical connector to the crankshaft position sensor.
5. Remove the crankshaft position sensor bolt.

Fig. 11 pic 3 Crankshaft Position Sensor - 2.4L Turbo

6. Remove the sensor.

INSTALLATION - 2.0/2.4/2.4L Turbo
1. Check O-ring for damage and lubricate the O-ring with engine oil before installing sensor.
2. Use a twisting motion when installing the sensor.
3. Install and tighten the crankshaft position sensor bolt and tighten to 9 Nm (80 ± 15 in. lbs.).
4. Connect and lock the electrical connector to the crankshaft position sensor.
5. Install the Structural Collar, refer to the Engine, Structural Collar Removal and Installation.
6. Lower vehicle.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.

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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe