Common questions

Why does my car stall after a few miles?

Why does my car stall after a few miles?

When a bad module is responsible for an intermittent stalling problem, the engine will usually cold start just fine and run OK for short distances, but stalls after driving more than a few miles or when driving at highway speeds (especially during hot weather). It’s as if somebody suddenly turned off the ignition.

Is there check engine light for intermittent stalling?

Many times, there will be no check engine light and no fault codes to give you a clue as to what might be causing the engine to stall. So the trick to diagnosing an intermittent stalling problem is to catch the vehicle when it’s acting up — and that rarely happens when you have the vehicle in your shop.

Why is my GMC Sierra 1500 stalling and dying?

There is no code given. Have changed the injectors, timing, fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel pump, map sensor, cooling temp sensor on front of block, rebuilt the tbi, air idea valve. None of this hasite helped. The truck starts and dies. Have to give a little gas to keep running. While driving have to 2 foot it so it won’t die.

What kind of car stalls after engine heats up?

The Chevrolet Cavalier is a compact automobile produced from 1982 to 2005 by General Motors. car starts and runs fine until engine heats up to operating tempature, then it stalls, it will restart but keeps stalling until engine cools down. What can cause this? Answered!

What causes an engine to stall at idle?

If the ISC valve is gummed up with fuel varnish or dirt, it may stick, preventing the engine from maintaining the proper idle speed when the throttle closes. A faulty idle speed control circuit may also allow the engine to stall when idling if it fails to compensate for idle loads placed on the engine by the charging system or A/C compressor.

When a bad module is responsible for an intermittent stalling problem, the engine will usually cold start just fine and run OK for short distances, but stalls after driving more than a few miles or when driving at highway speeds (especially during hot weather). It’s as if somebody suddenly turned off the ignition.

The Chevrolet Cavalier is a compact automobile produced from 1982 to 2005 by General Motors. car starts and runs fine until engine heats up to operating tempature, then it stalls, it will restart but keeps stalling until engine cools down. What can cause this? Answered!

Many times, there will be no check engine light and no fault codes to give you a clue as to what might be causing the engine to stall. So the trick to diagnosing an intermittent stalling problem is to catch the vehicle when it’s acting up — and that rarely happens when you have the vehicle in your shop.

Can a stalling engine be intermittent driveability?

Intermittent driveability problems of any kind are always a challenge to diagnose. When a customer brings you a vehicle and complains of a stalling problem, you may not have much to go on other than their description of what’s happening and when it happens.

Intermittent driveability problems of any kind are always a challenge to diagnose. When a customer brings you a vehicle and complains of a stalling problem, you may not have much to go on other than their description of what’s happening and when it happens.

How long does a car run fine before it stalls?

Car runs fine for approximately 10-20 minutes and then starts to sputter and cough and if I don’t increase the RPM’s it will stall. If I increase the RPM’s it will smooth out for a little while, but after a couple of minutes with higher RPM’s it will sputter again and finally stall.

How long does it take for a Kohler engine to stall?

My 23 HP Kohler engine… My 23 HP Kohler engine stalls out after about 15 minutes of running fine. It will start again 20 minutes later and then stall again. I’ve replaced fuel filter, plugs and now both ignition coils.

Why does my car stall at highway speeds?

The engine may start and idle fine, but run out of power or even stall at highway speeds. If the engine starts right back up after stalling, the likely cause is low fuel volume delivery because of a weak pump. If the engine is running normally one minute, but suddenly quits, loss of ignition may be the problem.

How long does a boat run before it stalls?

First time it started I had it idling and moved the throttle slightly forward. after about 30 seconds it made a knocking noise like it was binding and died. Started it again and same thing. Started again and gave it more gas. Seemed to run better for about 5 minutes.

Are there any problems with the Chevy Camaro?

Here are total complaints by model year for the Chevrolet Camaro. Overall the worst problem category is Chevrolet Camaro engine problems. The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has the most overall complaints, & we also rate 2010 as the worst model year ranked on several factors such as repair cost & average mileage when problems occur.

If the ISC valve is gummed up with fuel varnish or dirt, it may stick, preventing the engine from maintaining the proper idle speed when the throttle closes. A faulty idle speed control circuit may also allow the engine to stall when idling if it fails to compensate for idle loads placed on the engine by the charging system or A/C compressor.

What’s the power loss on a 94 corvette?

This time, after about 5-10 mins, it starts popping and backfiring again, and I swear I’m only running on four cylinders it feels like. So I get home ASAP, test the MSD coil, it’s at 9500 ohms, and it idles just fine.

Is the 1994 Chevy Corvette a good car?

Excellent handling characteristics , great acceleration (0 to 60 in 4.7 seconds), comfortable, and way cool styling, all at a great price make this car a great bargain. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Specs & Features Based on lowest-priced style. Safety information is currently not available for this vehicle.

What happens when you let off the throttle on a corvette?

I let off the throttle, my TPS signal went back to idle, and the car smoothed out and ran perfect. Put it in park, and held the throttle to about 3k on the tach, and it purred like a kitten. Now what do you think about that?

Why is my Chrysler Sebring stalling and stalling?

And Daimler-Chrysler paid for the replacement because the converters have a longer warranty period than the rest of the car. It’s worth checking. If that isn’t it, have someone check the fuel filter, which causes some of the same symptoms. The fuel filter is inside the gas tank, so have fun checking it.

What to do if your car is stalling while driving?

Luckily, this is one of the easiest problems to fix. Try adding some fuel injector cleaner to your gas tank. The distributor cap plays a vital role in the health of your engine. A cap is used in an to cover a car’s distributor, and its internal rotor. The distributor cap delivers voltage to the spark plugs.

Can a bad fuel pump cause a car to stall?

Unfortunately, there is usually no warning when your fuel pump is dulling. The first time you will notice any problem is after the car stalls. When it stalls out due to a bad fuel pump, you will not be able to restart the car.

Luckily, this is one of the easiest problems to fix. Try adding some fuel injector cleaner to your gas tank. The distributor cap plays a vital role in the health of your engine. A cap is used in an to cover a car’s distributor, and its internal rotor. The distributor cap delivers voltage to the spark plugs.

How long does it take for a Jeep Grand Cherokee to stall?

The Jeep is now stalling after approx. 25 minutes of driving. It may or may not start back up after a short rest. Sometimes it starts the next day. The engine was scanned for trouble codes.

What to do when engine stall Idle Stop?

Aim for the little air bypass holes in the throttle opening. Use the small plastic tube that attaches to the nozzle on the aerosol can to aim the cleaner directly into the bypass port (s). Let the cleaner soak for at least 10 minutes before giving it another blast of cleaner.

How to fix a car engine that is stalling after a new battery?

Easy step by step guide on how to repair an automotive engine that is stalling after a new battery has been installed, this information pertains to most vehicles. Begin with the vehicle on level ground engine off (cold) with the emergency brake set. Step 1 – After a new battery has been installed, the engine could idle low or stall out altogether.

Can a bad idle control valve cause stalling?

This is controlled by the engine’s computer. Sometimes parts go bad, which results in your car idling strangely or stalling. Check to see if your idle control valve is functioning properly before attempting to replace it. Look for a high engine idle. A common symptom of a faulty idle control valve can be a high idle.

What makes the Lincoln Mark VIII so special?

On its face, that doesn’t sound very remarkable, but the Mark VIII was indeed very remarkable. I got up behind one in traffic the other day, and I was reminded by just how bizarre and unusual this vehicle is. The biggest reason this car was so weird — and so special — is the styling: it’s just like nothing else in the world.

When did Lincoln change the valve guide seals?

3. Lincoln changed valve guide seals in early 95 to the same size used on the 96-98 Cobra. The 93-94 seals are harder to find and if the late seal is used with the early head…they will leak oil. 4. The 95-96 Marks are less expensive as donor cars than the 97-98 later body style.

When did the Lincoln Eldorado Mark VIII go away?

By the end of the Eldorado, it was much smaller than it had been, and styling was more reasonable and rational — but the Mark VIII brought 1970s sizing and 1970s excessive styling to modern cars. When it went away in 1998, it really was the end of an era.

Can a Lincoln Mark VIII use a Cobra intake tube?

1. Patience, mechanical, fabrication skills and good tools. 3. 96-98 Cobra intake tube from TB to MAF as the 2nd Gen WILL NOT WORK. 4. Re-use the Marks 2nd Gen TB by flipping it 180 degrees and bolting it to the Cobra upper intake, re-using the Mark TB will prevent you from having to swap your throttle cables

Why does the engine stall when I put the car in reverse?

If the engine stalls, it may be caused by a faulty idle control valve, bad O2 sensors, or clogged fuel injectors. In regards to the “pan”, we’re not sure what you are referring, so it may be a good idea to contact one of our local professional mechanics to complete a battery inspection to determine what’s going on with your 2010 Ford Focus.

When did my Ford Explorer start stalling out?

My 2006 Explorer started stalling with no warning at around 18000 miles in Feb 2007. I have had discussions with Ford since and the car has been in to two dealerships in NC.They have no codes coming up and cannot replicate the problem.

What to do if your Ford Explorer won’t start?

You need to get the truck towed to the dealer if you don’t have a programed key. using a screwdriver will never ever start the vehicle. unless a programed key is present the fuel pump does not run. Makr.

Why does my ATV run for a few minutes then stall?

As the engine heats up the coil looses its resistance and fails to deliver the charge needed to start the engine. Without bombarding you with technical numbers or making you buy testing equipment, I would simply run the ATV until it dies and pull the plug.

What kind of truck stalls at highway speeds?

I own a 1998 GM Sierra 5.7L 2wd automatic. My truck intermittently stalls while idiling, city speeds and at highway speeds. The idle stall has started in the colder months ( I live in Canada). I can start the engine right away and it runs perfectly until the next time it stalls.

As the engine heats up the coil looses its resistance and fails to deliver the charge needed to start the engine. Without bombarding you with technical numbers or making you buy testing equipment, I would simply run the ATV until it dies and pull the plug.

Why does my GMC Sierra stall at 30 mph?

Never threw a service engine light or a code and would readily re start. 2 weeks ago it quit at 30 mph, wouldn’t restart and SES lit up. Code indicated crank positioning sensor. Had it replaced and so far so good. If yours behaves as mine did it could be a while before you get a traceable code. I own a 1998 GM Sierra 5.7L 2wd automatic.

Why does my Ford F-150 shut down after 2 miles?

Same exact problem on my 95 f-150 4.9L. Runs great first start but after 2 miles or if very hot outside, it heaves and misses and eventually shuts down. Starts after sitting for 45 minutes again. I did replace rotor, cap wires plugs and coolant temp sensor as well as the starter.

Same exact problem on my 95 f-150 4.9L. Runs great first start but after 2 miles or if very hot outside, it heaves and misses and eventually shuts down. Starts after sitting for 45 minutes again. I did replace rotor, cap wires plugs and coolant temp sensor as well as the starter.

How long does it take for a GMC Sierra to stop stalling?

If you decide to replace it. Your PCM will have to go through the relearn. Another words, it may take up to 5 miles of driving or 15 minuts for the idle to stop fluctuating. Good luck My 2002 with the 8.1 had a similar problem for a year for which the dealer or various independent repair facilities couldn’t find a solution.

I own a 1998 GM Sierra 5.7L 2wd automatic. My truck intermittently stalls while idiling, city speeds and at highway speeds. The idle stall has started in the colder months ( I live in Canada). I can start the engine right away and it runs perfectly until the next time it stalls.

Why does my Isuzu Trooper stall after 20 minutes?

Those symptoms occurs when the ignition control module fails. At colder temperautres works but when it is hot fails, thats why after 20 minutes or so it works again and the computer never stores a code but you can retraive a code if after the vehicle dies, keep starting for about 5 seconds and the computer stores a code.

If you decide to replace it. Your PCM will have to go through the relearn. Another words, it may take up to 5 miles of driving or 15 minuts for the idle to stop fluctuating. Good luck My 2002 with the 8.1 had a similar problem for a year for which the dealer or various independent repair facilities couldn’t find a solution.

Can a Ford F150 stall at any time?

Stalls can happen at any time, and it can be incredibly jarring when it does happen. Before troubleshooting any automotive issue, including stalling issues with the F150, make sure that you check the vehicles trouble codes with an OBD2 scanner.

What should I do if my Ford Focus stalls?

Reinstall the rubber duct and tighten the hose clamps securely. Test drive the Focus to verify that it no longer stalls. Use the parts cleaner spray sparingly to avoid fouling a spark plug. Excessive amounts of liquid cleaner may settle in the intake manifold and damage the engine upon start-up.

Why does my Ford Expedition stall out while driving?

It now stall out 10 minutes on the DOT after starting… after idle or driving. That tells me its not mechanical and must be something electrical getting hot and shorting out or losing contact. Usually its starts back up and I floor it to wherever I have to go with no problems but past two weeks it wouldnt start back up and had it towed twice.

What should I do if my Ford F-150 stalls?

Shut it down for a minute and take it for a short drive. Idle quality should be much better. 34 people found this helpful. Driving my Ford 2001 F150 , 138000 miles, runs good but stops sometimes like it’s not getting any gas. Wait 10 minutes and it will start up again.

What causes a Ford Focus SE to stall?

The most common cause of stalling in your Ford Focus SE relates to control of the air entering the engine. The air entering your engine is measured by the MAF (Mass Airflow) sensor and the onboard computer calculates the proper amount of fuel for that volume of air, as well as the position of the Idle Air Control valve for the proper idle speed.

How does the Ford Focus calculate idle speed?

The air entering your engine is measured by the MAF (Mass Airflow) sensor and the onboard computer calculates the proper amount of fuel for that volume of air, as well as the position of the Idle Air Control valve for the proper idle speed. These calculations rely on the gap between the throttle body and the throttle blade.

Why does my car quit after a short distance?

In the recent past this problem seemed to go away after I drive it a short distance, but this weekend the car engine would even quit after I drove it a short time. Of course when the engine quits the power brakes and power steering also quits. After driving the car a longer distance of 7 miles to the nearest town the problem went away.

Why does my Ford F150 keep stalling?

One of the most common issues your Ford F150 is likely to develop is a stalling problem. The most challenging part of diagnosing a stalling problem is reproducing the conditions that led to the stall in the first place. Stalls can happen at any time, and it can be incredibly jarring when it does happen.

Can a poor fuel pressure regulator cause a Ford to stall?

A poor fuel pressure regulator can also cause your Ford to stall while idling or driving. While it will most likely occur while idling, it is not unheard of for the car to stall while you are driving down the road.

Can a car stall while idling on the road?

While it will most likely occur while idling, it is not unheard of for the car to stall while you are driving down the road.

What causes a Chevy Impala engine to stall?

Bad gas- can cause an engine to stall out. Water in the gas tank can also cause gas to not fire properly. If there were no other symptoms and suddenly you find that the vehicle is running very rough, bad gas could certainly be the problem.

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