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Engine shuts off when transmission is shifted into gear

Tiny
LETHA JENNIFER CLAXTON
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  • 2005 FORD ESCAPE
  • 3.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 20,006 MILES
It ran out of gas put gas in it and now it's like it's only hitting on 2 or 3 cylinders. I've changed two of the coils so it acts a little better, but it will not move. When shifting the transmission into drive it stalls out and shuts off. It sounds like it's not getting enough gas or something to do with the computer stuff. I don't know but I need it fixed only transportation I have.
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Monday, April 11th, 2022 AT 4:42 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Chances are when you ran out of fuel, either the pump was damaged, or it picked up dirt from the bottom of the tank and the filter is partially plugged.

What I need you to do is check the fuel pressure. You will need a gauge, but most parts stores will lend one to you.

Here is a link that explains how it is done. Take a look through it and let me know if you are comfortable performing it.

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

Do this first and let me know the results.

Take care,

Joe
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