Car keeps dying while driving

Tiny
ROSS35
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  • 2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 169,000 MILES
My car keeps on dying while I am driving it. Sometimes it will start right away but most of times it wont. Do you happen to know what's causing the problem? My mechanic already change most of electrical and hose that may be the cause of it. But still does not work.
Thursday, August 4th, 2016 AT 12:33 PM

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Tiny
JIS001
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Have you had the vehicle scanned for codes? If you have codes could you post them on here. A common fault I have seen on this is the crankshaft and camshaft sensor failing. During a crank no start, with a scanner you can read live data, I would look to see if there is an RPM reading. If it reads 0 while cranking then the crank sensor is faulty. But again, if you have fault codes then please post them up.
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Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 AT 9:14 AM
Tiny
RENEE L
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Hi ROSS35,

If you decide you would like to conduct the scan yourself here is a link to an article that features written step by step instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning. Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one online from sites like Amazon.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Once you have the codes please get back to us so that we can further assist you. We are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.com.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 AT 9:14 AM
Tiny
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It was the crank sensor I got a new one and the engine has not stalled so I think it is fixed thank you.
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Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 AT 9:14 AM
Tiny
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The light turned on and the scan reads P0032, P0038, P0300.
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Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 AT 9:14 AM

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