Got a tune up and bought a new battery. Car will start but won’t stay cranked.
Feb 5, 2025 at 6:51 PM
The engine will not stay cranked?
2002 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
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So it sounds like the engine will not stay running, correct? Can I ask if you have a check engine light on? If so, let's run the codes to see which ones are stored, this guide can help:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
I can tell you have seen the IAC motor stop working and cause this issue. Here is the location so you can remove it and either clean it or get a replacement.
This guide can help as well:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle
Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing
I can tell you have seen the IAC motor stop working and cause this issue. Here is the location so you can remove it and either clean it or get a replacement.
This guide can help as well:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle
Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
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Feb 6, 2025 at 10:32 AM