My engine stalls while driving?

Has the check engine light come on? It could be many things from a fuel pump, vacuum leak, crankshaft sensor. This guide can help us figure out what's going on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

Please run down this guide and report back.

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The fault could be caused by numerous things going bad .. a sensor/spark plug/plugwire/fuel pump/PCM and the list goes on and on .. when the check engine light was on and the tech read the codes this should have pinpointed where the fault lies ? do you know what code the cars computer was showing ? if not ask the tech who deleted the code .. without this code we are just guessing as to where the fault may be .. and could start replacing part without reason ... hope this helps .. let me know !!

Posted at Wed Mar 18, 2009 7:47 am
By John Fernandez, Have Donated
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Engine Performance problem
2000 Dodge Caravan 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 140000 miles

This message is to Dave H.
In reference to the codes on the computer I got an answer from the readout of the code from an auto zone store before I took the car to my mechanic
The code said
Fuel trim bank one condition
Explanation
The powertrain control module uses the oxygen sensor to calculate the Air/Fuel ratio of the engine. The coputer has recognized a rich or lean condition on one engine bank only.
Probale cause
If bank one and two codes set together suspect fuel pressure or MAF ( mass air flow) sensor
Oxygen sensor defective
ignition misfire- repair
Fuel injector problem
What should I do?
John Fernandez
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Hey John.

Please could you use the reply button at the bottom of this post to reply or when you post in the future .. this way I am advised you have replied !! thanks.

First thing you need to do is remove and clean the MAP sensor using sensor cleaner from an autoparts store !! follow the directions on the container !!

Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor (2.4L)On front of intake manifold.
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor (3.0L)On front of intake manifold.
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor (3.3L)On rear of intake manifold.
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor (3.8L)On rear of intake manifold.

also let me know if the vehicle still running good ? or has there been anymore fault's !!

Let me know

The oil light is coming on because the engine died and there is no oil pressure at that time. It is normal and working as designed. As far as the other question, has the check engine light ever come on? When was the last tune up?

Let me know.
Joe

First thought is your "power control" module. It controls all the systems you describe.

Hello, you might check trouble codes? Some of the national brand autostores will check codes for free.

When the problem occurs, can you do some basic tests? Have a helper crank it while you check for spark at the plugs. When the problem occurs, are you saying it cranks good but won't start?

If the RPM's get low enough, the oil light will come on. If the car starts right back up and there is no check engine light comeing on, then I would recommend starting by checking for vacuum leaks.

Let me know what you find.

Joe

Check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it. scan for codes, see link. also, make sure you have good battery connections and clean terminal ends.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Good morning,

Yes, the first thing to do is clean the cables. low voltage from bad connections will cause this issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

Also, I would check the charging system to be sure the alternator is maintaining the battery charge.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Roy

May be a vacuum leak or a problem with the idle control system, get both checked over, a scan may show up a fault as well.