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Car shuts off

Tiny
JUARAM
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  • 2006 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 132,342 MILES
When I am going to turn my car on it will, but it will turn off when I put the first gear.

Why does the screen says engine power reduce and it will not run more then 20 mph and then turns off?
Monday, July 4th, 2016 AT 2:21 PM

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Tiny
HMAC300
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You need to have it scanned for codes try an auto parts they may be able to do it for free. If not a mechanic will need to the scan.
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Monday, July 4th, 2016 AT 4:45 PM
Tiny
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I did, but they did not know what was the problem with it.
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Monday, July 4th, 2016 AT 5:32 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Does it shut off as soon as you put it in gear? Those cars had a problem with the torque converter failing apart which caused the engine to stall when in gear or shifting into first, does it stall if you put in neutral?

Please let us know

Best, Ken
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Tuesday, July 5th, 2016 AT 4:27 PM

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