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Engine shut off while driving

Tiny
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  • 1998 DODGE STRATUS
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
I was driving and the car stalled. I was able to get it started but it would only continue to run if I feathered the gas. I managed to get home but the car will not run at idle. It does start with a few tries.
Thursday, August 27th, 2020 AT 3:54 PM

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Tiny
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Good evening,

I would first check and see if there are any codes set to help lead us in a direction of failure.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

I would clean the throttle body to be sure there is no carbon build up on the plate. This is a common failure for stalling.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

I would also check and see if there is fuel pressure. Low fuel pressure will cause this as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-has-low-power-output

Roy
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Thursday, August 27th, 2020 AT 4:17 PM
Tiny
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Okay, lot of stuff here. Thanks so much for the quick reply. Lets hope I am able to suss out the cause from this info. I'll be back if I have questions.
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Thursday, August 27th, 2020 AT 8:05 PM
Tiny
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Sounds good. We will be here for you if you need us.

Roy
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Friday, August 28th, 2020 AT 3:43 AM

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